Experiencing sexual harassment at work can be stressful and overwhelming. If you’re considering filing a harassment claim, understanding what evidence you need to support your case is crucial. Gathering the right evidence can significantly affect the outcome of your...
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What does a breach of contract mean for a business?
When a party fails to meet the obligations of a contract, it’s called a breach of contract. This can happen in any business setting, and it can have serious consequences. A breach of contract can disrupt operations, damage relationships, and create financial losses....
What steps should an employee take after religious discrimination?
Religious discrimination occurs when an employer treats an employee unfairly because of their religious beliefs or practices. Federal and state laws protect employees from this type of discrimination in hiring, workplace policies, promotions, and job assignments....
What is the impact of unconscious bias on workplace equality?
Unconscious bias shapes decisions at work in ways people don’t always notice. It can affect hiring, promotions, and daily interactions. These hidden biases create unfair workplaces unless companies take action. How bias affects hiring and promotions Many employers...
How can employers prevent a hostile work environment?
A hostile work environment can harm employees, lower productivity, and hurt morale. Employers play a big role in making sure the workplace feels safe, respectful, and welcoming. Taking steps to prevent problems before they start helps everyone succeed. Set clear rules...
What can you do after constructive discharge?
Some employers are dishonest, and they use underhanded techniques to get rid of employees. For example, they may make work conditions so bad that employees feel they have no choice but to quit, a tactic known as “constructive discharge.” Under California law, you may...
How does the ADA protect employees from discrimination?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps stop the unfair treatment of employees with disabilities. In California, other state laws add extra protections to support fairness and inclusion. Stopping unfair treatment at work The ADA makes it illegal for employers...
What barriers exist to reporting remote sexual harassment?
Remote work has transformed the modern workplace. The shift to working from home offers many benefits, such as flexibility and reduced commute stress. However, it has also impacted workplace dynamics, including the prevalence and reporting of sexual harassment....
What does age discrimination look like in the workplace?
Age discrimination remains a persistent issue in today's workforce, particularly in California's tech industry. Age discrimination affects around 60% of workers aged 50 and up, despite their valuable skills and experience. Even subtle age bias can damage a worker's...
How do new labor laws affect small business operations?
Small businesses are facing new challenges because of changes to industrial relations laws. These updates affect things like wage negotiations and employee rights, which can bring big changes for small employers. Understanding these new laws can help small businesses...