There are many ways that employers can break the law. Sometimes, companies illegally overcharge for their services. Other times, they may violate safety regulations or laws protecting employees from dangerous work circumstances. Workers concerned about employers’...
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Keeping evidence when you experience sexual harassment
If you experience sexual harassment on the job, it’s a violation of your rights as an employee. You need to know what steps to take, which could include making a report to your employer or taking legal action. Many of these cases run into complications when they’re...
Can you be fired for requesting a disability accommodation?
If you have a medical condition or disability, you may be entitled to reasonable accommodations at your workplace to help you perform your essential job duties. This may include modified tasks, adjusted hours, assistive equipment or even time off for treatment. Under...
How having narcissists in leadership encourages sexual harassment
The presence of narcissistic individuals in leadership positions can deeply affect workplace culture, especially when it comes to ethical behavior and personal boundaries. One of the most troubling consequences is the increased risk of sexual harassment. Narcissistic...
An overview of maternity rights in California
The state of California has some of the most comprehensive maternity protections in the country. If you are pregnant or have recently given birth, you may qualify for both job-protected leave and wage replacement, as well as a host of other rights. Here are some key...
Understanding overtime rights in California
Employees who work more than their usual hours may be entitled to overtime pay. Overtime pay is extra wages given to an employee for working over their regular schedule. This can happen, for example, if an employee picks up a shift for a co-worker, is asked by a...
Can an employer ask about medical conditions?
Employers usually ask job applicants questions to assess if they are suitable for a position and how well they will fit into the company's culture. However, the federal and state governments have limits regarding the questions that can be asked. One of the prohibited...
Meal breaks for employees are required in California
Employees in California have specific rights, many of which aren’t provided to workers in other states. One of these protections is that employees who meet specific requirements must be provided with meal breaks. Meal breaks are a chance for employees to get...
Does work carry on as normal when the mercury soars?
When you go to work, you expect to return safe and sound at the end of the day. Unfortunately, this is not always the case, and one of the reasons why this might not be the case over the coming months is high temperatures. Some workplaces are much more susceptible to...
What’s new in California employment law?
As an employee, it is always worth keeping up with changes in employment laws, as doing so allows you to better understand your rights as they stand at that point in time. Sometimes employers ignore new laws, hoping they can get away with things for a while longer....
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