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How Age Discrimination Shows Itself in Layoffs
When a California employer announces a round of layoffs or a restructuring, older workers are often the ones who disappear from the org chart. Sometimes that is the whole point. The layoff is real, but the selection of who gets cut is not based on the neutral business reasons the company puts on paper. Instead,
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Does Your Employer Need to Know About Sexual Harassment to Be Liable in California?
The short answer is it depends on who is doing the harassing. If your harasser is a supervisor, the answer is no. California holds employers strictly liable for sexual harassment committed by supervisors, meaning the company is liable whether it knew about the conduct or not. If the harasser is a coworker or someone outside
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Can You Be Fired for Asking for Pregnancy Accommodations?
No. California law specifically prohibits employers from firing, demoting, or retaliating against employees who request pregnancy-related accommodations at work. Requesting an accommodation is a protected activity, and an employer who punishes you for it may owe you significant damages. Both state and federal law provide protection, and California’s rules are among the strongest in the
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What Is Considered Sexual Battery and Sexual Harassment Under California Law?
California law defines sexual battery (or sexual assault) and sexual harassment very broadly. They both include intentional, non-consensual conduct of a sexual nature. In many cases, no physical force is required, and the misconduct does not have to take place at work. It can have happened anywhere. There is a deadline to file these types
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Can I Sue for Sexual Assault or Sexual Harassment in California If the Statute of Limitations Has Passed?
Yes. There has been a recent change in the law that allows survivors of sexual assault or sexual harassment in California to file a civil lawsuit regardless of when the assault occurred. Until now, survivors faced a strict legal deadline to file a civil lawsuit. Once the statute of limitations expired, their chance to seek
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Can You Sue Your Employer in California if Harassment Happens at a Work Party or Event?
Harassment sometimes happens outside the office, at work parties and events. Employees are still protected by California law when harassment occurs at a function or company-sponsored event. Whether you have a case depends on several things, including who was involved, the type of event, and how the employer responded. In many cases, the answer is
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Workplace retaliation claims are increasing in California
Workplace retaliation claims are on the rise in California, signaling a growing concern for employee rights and workplace fairness. Retaliation occurs when employers take adverse actions against employees for engaging in protected activities. Understanding the factors contributing to the increase in retaliation claims helps employers and employees promote a more positive, inclusive work environment. Why
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What are the legal options for employees who do not get breaks?
As a worker, taking breaks is necessary for your mental and physical health. Rest helps reduce the risk of accidents, work-related injuries, illnesses and stress. However, fatigue from missed breaks could cause a person to become one of the 462 work fatalities that the U.S. Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported for California. Unfortunately, some
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Why sexual harassment is so common in bars and restaurants
Sexual harassment remains a pervasive issue in bars and restaurants across the United States. This alarming trend has long persisted, affecting countless employees. Understanding the underlying factors contributing to the prevalence of sexual harassment in these establishments helps employers and policymakers address this problem effectively. High-stress work environments Bars and restaurants are notorious for their
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Year-end bonuses and discrimination
Regardless of the field you work in, you need to take a firm stand for your rights as an employee. Every year, many hard-working people find themselves taken advantage of and treated unfairly, which is especially unsettling when mistreatment is a result of their racial background, age, religious views, or disability. The workplace should be