America has seen remarkable cultural and societal improvements in recent years. Despite this progression, workers across the country are commonly treated unfairly, simply because of differing gender and/or race. These days, allegations of sexual harassment...
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Man faces retaliation for not attending bible study at work
In today's tough economic climate, businesses are always looking for a competitive edge. In order to save money, some employers in California may choose to break laws or participate in unlawful practices. Unfortunately, workers who blow the whistle and report illegal...
No person should ever be forced to endure discrimination
In life, it is only right for every person to be treated fairly. No person should be judged or have less opportunity just because of gender or color of his or her skin. This is the very definition of discrimination, and no matter how it...
Is the company you work for misclassifying employees?
In the construction industry, among others, misclassifying employees and labeling them as independent contractors is not uncommon because it saves on the payment of company benefits as well as payroll taxes. If misclassification has happened to you, you may not...
Victims of retaliation in the workplace can take action
Losing a job is not a fun thing to experience. Most people know that loss of employment can quickly lead to financial hardships and can also cause much emotional and psychological distress. When a person is fired as an act of retaliation, the experience can...
Discrimination in any form is wrong
Even in this day and time, it is not uncommon for California residents to receive unfair treatment just because they have differing characteristics. This is the definition of discrimination. Generally, a person is most often discriminated...
Discrimination in a job interview
When you hear about discrimination in the workplace, you probably envision experiencing challenges as an employee on the clock. While most cases reflect these circumstances, sometimes the discrimination can happen even before becoming an employee. It can also be a...
Whistleblower laws protect all employees from retaliation
No employee should have to fear corrective action for shedding light on illegal conduct. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for managers and superiors to retaliate when the unlawful activity in which they are engaging is exposed. In California and...
Employees should always report discrimination and harassment
California has laws in place to protect all employees. No person should have to endure harassment, especially not in the workplace. However, a pharmacist in another state claims that she was fired after reporting harassment and discrimination while...
Woman awarded $31 million after discrimination and retaliation
For decades, women in the American workforce have endured harassment and other discriminatory acts virtually in silence. Years and years passed with no significant changes. However, in the last 20 years, the awareness of gender discrimination in the workplace has...