Employees in California benefit from relatively robust legal protections. When compared with other states, California has relatively worker-friendly employment policies. California's lawmakers have enacted statutes that expand on federal programs and expand the...
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Debunking common myths about overtime wages
Most employees are no strangers to working extra hours to get the job done. However, many employees do not fully understand their rights regarding overtime pay. Misconceptions about overtime pay can lead to lost wages and frustration. Below, we clear up four common...
Can you be fired for your social media activity?
Social media is where you can view pictures of your family, watch cute cat videos and have a political argument with a stranger in the space of five minutes. While you can find a few people with no social media presence, they are few and far between. We post so much...
Do social workers have rights and protections like other workers?
Social workers are unsung heroes that give of themselves to help others. They deserve the same rights and protections other employees enjoy, but those rights aren't always respected. If you are concerned about your rights as a social worker in California, the...
When can an employer do a credit check on an employee?
California workers enjoy some of the strongest labor laws in the nation, including rules around credit checks – and those rules are about to get even stronger. Employers in this state are not permitted to perform credit checks on employees or job applicants without a...
How a U.S. Supreme Court ruling could affect California employees
California laws are generally more “employee-friendly” than federal employment-related laws are. However, cases in which the U.S. Supreme Court makes a decision (and interpretation of the law) favorable to employees can still help Californians in their employment...
Common examples of pregnancy discrimination
Employees in California are protected from discrimination based on protected characteristics. Protected characteristics include things like race, religion, gender, age and disability. Importantly, pregnancy is also included in the list of protected characteristics....
How employers often discriminate against workers with disabilities
Employers are not legally permitted to consider a worker's medical condition when making employment decisions. Unless a medical condition completely prevents someone from performing certain work, disabilities should not factor into their employment opportunities. If a...
Understanding employee privacy rights in California
Did you know your right to privacy extends to the workplace? California laws provide protections to prevent undue intrusion by an employer. These rights are enshrined in the California Constitution, the state Labor Code and other statutes. They cover various aspects...
4 examples of wage theft
Many people are struggling to live in today’s economy. More people are working several jobs at once to make ends meet. If an employee makes even a smidge less than they are due, it could mean struggling to pay bills or purchase food. Wage theft is a serious issue for...
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