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Whether you’ve worked your full-time job for months or decades, you’ve got rights if you’re a salaried employee. California labor laws for salaried employees, in many cases, ensure that you’re covered if your employer acts in an unbecoming way or deprives you of pay. There are a lot of emotions that come up when your […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

As someone who is about to be laid off or terminated, negotiating a severance agreement can seem like a daunting prospect. It’s understandable to feel uncertain about how to proceed, but rest assured that with proper preparation and access to the right information, you can achieve the best possible outcome. It’s important to remember that […]

Arbitration agreements have become a common feature in employment contracts across the United States, including California. These agreements require employees to waive their right to sue their employers in court and instead resolve disputes through arbitration. While arbitration can offer benefits such as speed and efficiency, there has been growing concern that such agreements can […]

Walking into work should never feel like entering a battlefield. Yet for countless employees across America, workplace harassment transforms their professional environment into a source of anxiety, fear, and distress. Understanding what constitutes a hostile work environment isn’t just about legal compliance—it’s about fostering a workplace where every employee can thrive. Recent studies show that […]

In the complex landscape of California employment law, few principles are as fundamental yet nuanced as the covenant of good faith and fair dealing. This implied covenant serves as a critical safeguard in all contractual relationships, ensuring that parties act with honesty, fairness, and respect for the spirit of their agreements. Whether you’re an employer, […]

In California’s dynamic business landscape, whistleblowers serve as crucial guardians of public interest, corporate integrity, and workplace safety. From exposing healthcare fraud to reporting environmental violations, these individuals take significant risks to protect their fellow Californians.  While coming forward with information about workplace misconduct requires courage, California offers some of the strongest whistleblower protections in […]