On behalf of Law Office of Frank S. Clowney III | Oct 14, 2019 | Employment Disputes
Late this summer, the California Supreme Court considered an agreement that limited an employee’s options for disputing his pay. The agreement forced the employee into mandatory arbitration more like a complex and expensive lawsuit than the cheaper, streamlined...
On behalf of Law Office of Frank S. Clowney III | Oct 3, 2019 | Employee Rights, Employment Disputes, Workplace Discrimination
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...
by Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III | Dec 10, 2014 | Employment Disputes, Firm News
A Zillow employee recently filed a lawsuit against the company for age discrimination at its Irvine office. This lawsuit is one of four that have been brought against the company for employment practices exhibited at this particular office. The age discrimination...
by Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III | Aug 14, 2014 | Employment Disputes, Firm News
A new executive order signed by President Barack Obama may have a significant impact on federal contractors in California and other locations throughout the United States. The order will require contractors to disclose violations of labor laws when they submit bids...
by Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III | Mar 20, 2014 | Employment Disputes, Firm News
Every profession requires adherence to established guidelines to ensure that a job is done properly. True professionals expect nothing less from themselves and those with whom they work. If an employee sees a co-worker grossly violate an established procedure,...
by Law Office of Frank S. Clowney, III | Feb 13, 2014 | Employment Disputes, Firm News
San Diego residents who provide care for family members can find themselves in conflict with employers who balk at giving employees needed time off. The Family Medical Leave Act is a federally enforced law protecting workers from discrimination based on their status...
