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What to Tell Your Employer About Your Pregnancy

Do You Have To Tell Your Employer About Your Pregnancy? What Happens If You Do? If you are pregnant in California, you have some of the best protections under federal and California laws against discrimination in the country. The most important one for California residents…

What Is Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment?

Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment: Illegal Under Federal And California Laws No one wants to be the victim of sexual harassment or any other form of discrimination at his or her job. Fortunately, federal civil rights laws and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act…

Your Legal Options If Your Job Offer Is Terminated

You May Have A Right To Sue If You Are Fired Before Your New Job Starts If you are like many people, you may have sought a new job for better pay, job growth, or more favorable working conditions. Unfortunately, a good opportunity can turn…

What to Expect When You File Your Complaint with DFEH

What You Need To Know About Filing An Employment Discrimination Complaint With The DFEH If you suspect you are the victim of employment discrimination, you will need to file a complaint with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the California Department of Fair…

Tips for Discussing Your Disability in Your Job Interview

Interviewing For A Job? Follow These Tips On Disclosing Your Disability If you are a job seeker with a disability, you may have additional concerns and worries about interviewing for potential jobs. Should you disclose your disability? Under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act…

Why Victims Should Hire a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Case

Why Personal Injury Victims Need A Lawyer To Secure Fair Compensation Many personal injury victims are reluctant to hire an attorney after they’ve been hurt as a result of another person’s carelessness. Often, victims have no previous experience retaining legal counsel and are worried about…

Transgender Employee Access to Restrooms and Showers

DFEH: Employers Must Allow Transgender Employees Access To Restrooms, Showers And Locker Rooms Consistent With Their Gender Identity. California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) has issued new guidelines requiring employers to allow transgender employees access to restroom, shower and locker room facilities that…

Top 3 Types Of Construction Accidents

Top 3 Types Of Construction Accidents Construction sites are constantly buzzing with activity. While workers are busy getting their jobs done, they are often in great danger. Companies must take the safety of their crew seriously at all times. Failing to do so puts both…

Ways Employers Try to Avoid Paying Overtime

How An Employer May Try To Avoid Paying Employees Overtime Employees work hard and spend many hours away from their loved ones at the service of an employer. Even if the employee enjoys the work, they deserve appropriate compensation for their time. Often, an employer…

Talk to a Lawyer Before Signing Termination Papers

Why You Should Talk To A Lawyer Before Signing Termination Paperwork Leaving a job is not always easy. If a company is forcing a termination on an employee, it can be even worse. While it is important to remain calm and act in a professional…

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