Blowing the whistle on your employer is never an easy decision. However, if you want to do the right thing, you should know that it won't adversely impact your employment. Even though there is no place for whistleblower retaliation, it remains a problem....
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5 examples of potential gender discrimination
It's 2018. In theory, men and women should get equal treatment at work. Gender discrimination is illegal. Employers must treat everyone fairly and be respectful at every turn.In reality, this does not always happen. Maybe you have seen it at your work. Despite two...
Sexual harassment at work: Steps you can take
You never expect to be the victim of sexual harassment at your place of employment, but there's always a chance this could happen. From your supervisor to a coworker to a client, it's possible someone could put you in an awkward and potentially dangerous situation....
New mothers who nurse or pump have legal protections at work
Bringing a new life into the world and into your family is an amazing experience. Many women like to have it all, including a family and a career. Thanks to laws that prevent employer discrimination, more women than ever before can enjoy professional success while...
10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Lawyer for a Wrongful Termination Case
Here are 10 questions you should ask when interviewing lawyers to handle your wrongful termination or workplace harassment case: · Does your law firm exclusively handle employment law cases? · How long have you been practicing law? · For how long have you been...
Do I have a case for wrongful termination?
Let's take a hypothetical example of a case to understand when you might have a case against your employer. Example: I was laid off from my job one month after I got promoted and after being with the company for 10 years. One year before my termination, there was an...
Can an employer consider prior salaries in setting pay rates?
The Ninth Circuit court in Rizo v. Yovino held recently that an employer cannot pay a female employee less than a male employee for the same work simply because the female employee made less money in a prior position. This holding changed the court's prior ruling and...
Should workplace discrimination complaints be filed with the DFEH or EEOC?
In California, if an employee wishes to file a discrimination lawsuit against an employer, he or she must file charges with the California Department of Fair Employment & Housing (DFEH) and/or the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and obtain...
Age Discrimination in the Workplace: Don’t be a Victim
California laws provide important protections for employees and job applicants over 40 years of age. Age discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant over the age of 40 receives less favorable treatment because of age. Employees are often not aware that age...
What disabilities or medical conditions are protected in the workplace?
When does an employee's disability or medical condition qualify for legal protection? Let's first understand how a disability is defined under the law. The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) defines two categories of disability -- (1) mental disabilities, and (2)...