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What Happens After You Report Harassment at Work?
Sexual harassment is a common offense workers have to deal with in California. From inappropriate jokes and remarks in the workplace to physical sexual assault, an employee may face many forms of harassment at work in Los Angeles. You did the right thing by reporting harassment to your employer or Human Resources department. Now, continue… read more
The 5 Most Common Types of Workplace Discrimination in California
Workplace discrimination refers to an employer, manager or supervisor treating an employee differently because of his or her sex, gender, gender identity, age, disability or another protected category. Discrimination is a common issue in workplaces in California. In 2018 alone, the state’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) received 27,840 complaints regarding discrimination and… read more
LGBTQ+ Title VII Supreme Court Ruling & California Employment Law
In a landmark case for LGBTQ+ rights, the United States Supreme Court ruled on June 15, 2020 that employers cannot terminate someone’s employment simply for being gay, lesbian or transgender. The anti-discrimination ruling came after the majority found gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation to fall under the protections of Title VII of the… read more
Qualifying for Partial Unemployment in California
Unemployment insurance offers a type of financial benefit that may be available to an employee who loses his or her job or has a reduction in pay or hours. In California, an employee may file a claim for unemployment benefits in certain situations, such as if the worker loses his or her job in a… read more
Proving Sexual Harassment Took Place, if There Were No Witnesses
Sexual harassment is a common problem in workplaces in California. It is prevalent throughout the US, with 734,630 sexual assault and rape crimes reported in 2018. If you experienced sexual harassment at work, you are not alone. You have legal options such as filing an official complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or… read more
Is There a Statute of Limitations for Sexual Harassment Claims in CA?
As a sexual assault survivor, it is natural to struggle with coming forward. This is common among survivors of sexual harassment, discrimination, assault and violence. Unfortunately, federal and state laws place a time limit on your right to bring a claim, pushing you to file before it is too late. The legal term for this… read more
Can an Employer Dictate When Employees Take a Rest Break?
California’s state laws are largely pro-worker. As an employee in the State of California, you have many rights in terms of your hours, wages and time off. It is important to understand your rights as an employee so you can recognize when an employer is infringing upon them. You have certain rest break rights, for… read more
What are the First Steps to a Wage and Hour Collective Action Lawsuit?
California’s wage and hour laws require employers to pay employees at least minimum wage, respect the terms of an employment contract and pay overtime when applicable. Unfortunately, not every employer follows state employment laws. Many violate them to save money. If your employer has violated your wage and hour rights, find out if your fellow… read more
Can I File a Sexual Harassment Complaint Anonymously?
Sexual harassment is an offense many men and women face at work in California. A 2018 study by Stop Street Harassment found that 81% of women and 43% of men in the U.S. have experienced some form of harassment or assault in their lifetimes. Sexual harassment can create a hostile or intimidating workplace and interfere… read more
Is My Wage Doubled When Working Overtime?
California’s wage and hour laws are some of the best in the country for workers. California’s overtime law allows workers to collect 1.5 to 2 times their usual wages during overtime depending on how many hours worked in a period. Neither employers nor employees can waive overtime. Some employers, however, withhold overtime pay from workers… read more