Most small business owners understand the importance of creating a workplace where employees feel secure and appreciated. Too often, though, even well-meaning owners fail to create an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. In fact, the U.S. Equal...
California frequently leads trends in this country, including when it comes to labor laws. These progressive policies often provide benefits to workers in many areas. In the sphere of noncompete agreements, California has taken a position that favors the right of...
Since late 1986, most employers in the U.S. have had a legal obligation to verify both the identity and work eligibility of all new hires. To do so, they complete Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and retain it for the duration of employment plus some...
Most employers follow the law, but others do not, and this may make you feel vulnerable if you believe you have no recourse or protection. You have the right to feel safe at your place of employment. Should you report your employer? What are your rights? Are you...
A recent illness or injury prevents you from working, and you want to approach your California-based employer about taking time off. You are not sure whether to use your disability plan or invoke the Family Medical Leave Act to best protect your job while you recover....
Age discrimination in the workplace can have a negative effect on Americans seeking employment; however, despite some advancements in opening greater opportunities, the problem of discrimination against “older” workers still exists. The American Association of Retired...
In order to protect your company from suffering serious damage in terms of its reputation, you need to handle discrimination-related complaints with care. Moreover, the financial impact of these complaints often wreaks havoc and some employers struggle to defend...
As employers in California, businesses get access to some of the best professional talent in the nation. Of course, there are reasons that the state attracts so many creative, skilled and productive workers — and not all of these reasons favor corporations. It is...
As a worker in California, you deserve a safe space you can come to and work in. Many workplaces promise this, and claim to have strict policies against any sexual harassment. Unfortunately, this is not always true. You may even suffer as a victim of sexual...
According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), thousands of employees experience pregnancy discrimination every year. In order to fight back against this unfair behavior, it is important to understand the many forms that pregnancy discrimination can...
