Advocating For California Employee Rights
A reasonable accommodation is an adjustment or change to a work or job environment that allows employees with disabilities to handle their job duties. These accommodations are essential for creating inclusive workplaces and ensuring equal opportunities for all...
A poor performance review can lead to several issues at your job. You could lose out on a bonus and raise because of the review. You may even be put on a performance improvement plan (PIP) to fix your issues so that you can be a better employee. This may be troubling,...
The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects freedom of religion. People are allowed to practice the religion of their choice without facing penalties, discrimination or intimidation. These religious freedoms extend to the workplace and measures taken to...
When embarking on a new job, the excitement and anticipation of your situation can sometimes overshadow the importance of meticulously reviewing your employment contract before you jump in with both feet. However, this document is not merely a formality, and it should...
The consequences of a wrongful termination can be devastating to your livelihood and overall well-being. As such, it is essential to assert your rights if you think that your termination was illegal. You can potentially file a wrongful termination lawsuit against your...
Some employers are not keen on employees becoming pregnant. They see it as a disruption and as something that could affect their bottom lines. Even though, without women becoming pregnant, no employer would have anyone to employ. California law offers significant...
Your job is important to you, so you may feel very frustrated if you get fired for what seems like a minor reason. Maybe you were just a few minutes late. Maybe your boss said they didn’t like your attire or your attitude. They told you to pack up your desk and go...
Employment retaliation is any adverse action taken against an employee by the employer due to the employee engaging in legally-protected activity. This activity can include filing a complaint about workplace discrimination or harassment, participating in a workplace...
Many employees are using a tactic called “quiet quitting” to set realistic expectations within their jobs. An employee who “quiet quits” is working the bare minimum that’s required of them to keep their jobs without doing more while looking for better-paying jobs....
Experiencing workplace harassment can be demoralizing and stressful. People may question whether they have been too sensitive or if they should just let the situation go. They may worry about alienating their co-workers or doing real damage to their future career...