If you have recently been fired from your job, you may be wondering how to prove that your termination was wrongful. Unfortunately, this can be a challenging process, and many people don’t know where to start or may feel overwhelmed and give up. However, with the help of an experienced wrongful termination lawyer, you can […]

Cost-saving employment actions are often perplexing due to the usage of interchangeable words that have different meanings. These varying interpretations can lead to potential confusion when making workplace decisions. As an employee, knowing the difference between a furlough and a layoff can help you understand your rights in the workplace. Below is an overview of […]

The last place you should have to worry about harassment is at your job. Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace is all too common. If you’re being harassed at work, you may be wondering if you can sue your employer for sexual harassment. Short of filing a lawsuit against your employer, you can also obtain a […]

It is completely unfair for an employee to put in the effort without receiving compensation.; employees need money to pay their bills and rent. Failure on an employer’s part to pay their employees on time is not only illegal, it can also have devastating consequences. Are you considering suing your employer for unpaid wages? Depending […]

You should never have to choose between keeping your job and dealing with sexual harassment. In California, employees who are victims of sexual harassment in the workplace have the right to file a claim or lawsuit against their employer as long as the incident occurred within the statute of limitations (the time period in which […]

The term “employment lawyer” refers to an attorney who concentrates his/her practice on helping clients who have employment-related legal issues. What is an Employment Lawyer? There are two main types of employment attorneys: one type who works with plaintiffs or employees (e.g. an employment discrimination attorney, employment rights attorney or federal employment attorney), and another type […]

Retaliation can leave its victims facing financial losses, emotional distress, and other hardships. In this article, you will learn what employer retaliation is, the different forms it can take, and the steps you can take to protect yourself if you believe your rights have been violated. What is Employer Retaliation? Employer retaliation is a form of illegal […]

California Layoff Notice Requirements An employer is not legally obligated to employ a worker, nor to rehire an individual into another position in the company. Your employer is well within their rights to let go of their employees when financial times get hard. However, employers may be obligated to provide advance notice of a layoff […]

When it comes to employment law, the terms discrimination and harassment often get used interchangeably. Both of these are forms of illegal and unacceptable workplace behavior, but they are actually two separate acts. As such, they are handled differently and have different legal ramifications. In this article, we’ll break down the key differences between discrimination and harassment. As […]

Bullying is something that can happen in any environment. Someone decides that they don’t like someone else and begins targeting them with the intent to bully them. Insults and disparaging remarks, sabotaging, starting rumors, pranking, and undermining reputations are all unfortunately common behaviors, even in the workplace. It can occur one-on-one or a group versus […]