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An employee can be discriminated against when it comes to job assignments and promotions. You should be concerned if your employer is making decisions regarding duties and promotion opportunities based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation,...
California law recognizes more protected characteristics than most states’ laws do. These include not just the more common ones like race, age, disability, nationality, religion and gender. The law also protects employees from discrimination based on sexual...
Many workers assume that they’re only going to get overtime pay if they exceed 40 hours during the workweek. If they work eight hours every day, they accumulate 40 hours over the course of five days. Therefore, it’s very unlikely that they would receive any overtime...
While it may not always feel like it to those who work for ungenerous employers, California grants employees more rights and protections under the law than many states do. California Governor Gavin Newsom signed multiple pieces of legislation into law in 2024 that...
Unfortunately for teen drivers, the reality is that they have the highest accident rate of any age group. Not only is the overall crash rate very high, but the fatal accident rate is three times as high as it is for older drivers. These figures are found by looking at...
Disability discrimination in the workplace comes in many forms. Nonetheless, the common theme is that discrimination makes it harder for employees with disabilities to succeed at work. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects disabled workers, but violations...
California provides workers with protections that aren’t present in many other states. These typically are stricter than federal standards. One area where this state has comprehensive laws is pay periods. Employees in California should understand the requirements for...
Do you earn tips in your job? If so, understanding how the law treats them can safeguard what’s rightfully yours from employer wage theft. When you count on tips as part of your income, the right knowledge can guide your steps if you believe they are being...
Car accidents can cause numerous types of serious injuries. One of the most overlooked injuries is burns. Any type of burn is painful, but third and fourth-degree burns can have lasting consequences both physically and emotionally. Outlined below is some key...
Performance reviews can make or break a wrongful termination case. They provide crucial evidence of your work history and can show patterns of discrimination or retaliation. It is essential for you to understand how these reviews impact your case if you believe you...