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Category Archives: Employee Rights
Important New Laws Involving Employee Rights in California
Governor Gavin Newsom signed dozens of bills at the close of the 2019 legislative session. This includes 15 that impact the rights of employees. Below is a brief overview of the key changes that are noteworthy for California workers beginning in 2020. AB 9 —…
Will I have a job still after my surgery?
Receiving a serious medical diagnosis that requires surgery can be stressful. There are countless things to worry about, but you shouldn’t have to worry about losing your job while you are unable to work. The Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) lets you take unpaid leave…
Employees facing sexual harassment should know their rights
Employees have certain rights when they’re at work, which includes the right to be safe from discrimination and harassment. In light of the #MeToo movement, numerous employees from a variety of industries have come forward, telling horror stories of being sexually mistreated by superiors or…
OSHA enforces whistleblower protection laws
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) governs nearly two-dozen whistleblower protection laws in California and elsewhere. Protections include rules for workplace safety in manufacturing, energy distribution or generation, construction and many other worksites. The agency also oversees laws that regulate illegal activities and hazards…
Retaliation isn’t only about termination
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Last Modified on Jan 06, 2026
Unfortunately, California employees who face the prospect of retaliation might refuse to speak up about workplace mistreatment. While there are laws in place to protect employees against retaliation and wrongful termination, retaliation can manifest itself in numerous different ways. Workers might feel mistreated in many…
What to Remember When Signing a Severance Agreement
Depending on numerous circumstances, an employee leaving an organization might be asked to sign a severance agreement. It is important to remember that while these agreements historically favor the employer, an employee still has rights and options. Employers might consider a signed severance agreement necessary…
Whistleblowing on Blue Shield superior may have cost VP his job
The former vice president of Blue Shield of California believes he was unfairly dismissed after voicing his concerns about a more senior officer’s suspicious conduct, and he filed a suit in state court on April 6. In his lawsuit, the former officer claims that the…
California Woman sues former employer for Wrongful Termination
A lawsuit was filed against Kaiser Permanente and Southern California Permanente Medical Group by a woman alleging wrongful termination, retaliation, and age discrimination. She claims she was fired after reporting HIPAA violations by other employees and was later forced to resign after receiving positive evaluations…
Wellness programs could lead to workplace discrimination
A wellness program could lead to workplace discrimination if employers use health information, such as an employee's diabetes or other medical conditions, to retaliate against them. This retaliation can manifest as firing, financial penalties, denial of benefits, demotion, or denial of promotion for refusing to…
Bullying in the Workforce
In California, a proposed law aims to stop harassment and bullying behaviors in the workplace. It seeks to prevent managers from berating their subordinates and creating hostile work environments. Unlike other legislation that protects certain subsections of the population, such as minorities and women, this…
California Employee Rights – Workers Know Your Rights
In California, employees are protected by laws concerning pay, breaks, and other workplace conditions. Key protections include minimum wage, overtime pay for hours exceeding eight in a day or forty in a week, and specific regulations for meal and rest breaks. Employers must compensate for…
Single mother wants pay protections for women during pregnancy
A single mother’s life is one of many roles. She must be able use a firm hand to guide and gentle hand to heal. On top of this, she is frequently the primary or even sole breadwinner in her family’s household. Certainly many single mothers…
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