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What the Law Says About Pregnancy Discrimination
The California Pregnancy Discrimination Act and Fair Housing and Employment Act prohibit any form of pregnancy discrimination. These laws provide for the recovery of lost income and benefits as well as legal fees and costs incurred as a r...
California Laws on Restroom Breaks
Sufficient restroom breaks are important to the health and well-being of employees. California laws impose rules and standards for work breaks, including restroom breaks, in the workplace. Violations of these rules can affect work performan...
What the ADA Means for Employed Persons with Disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) protects differently-abled workers and applicants from job discrimination. Under the law, persons with physical or mental impairments that substantially impact major life activities are prot...
Myths and Misconceptions About Sexual Harassment and Assault
Just like other acts of sexual violence, harassment and assault can cause victims to experience intense feelings of distress, pain, and shame. Complicating the situation are the many myths and misconceptions surrounding sexual violence...
Handling Third-Party Sexual Harassment
Most people think that workplace sexual harassment can only be done to an individual by their workmates, subordinates, or bosses. However, did you know that workplace sexual harassment can also be committed by individuals from outside the c...
Sexual Abuse: The Dark Cloud Hanging Over Scouting in America
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is one of the most beloved American institutions. It was founded more than 110 years ago as an organization that equipped American youth with the skills and values that allowed them to be “Prepared. For Lif...
The legal nuances of cell phone reimbursement claims
Have you been working remotely during the pandemic? Do you use your mobile phone for work-related communications? Then your California-based employer should reimburse any expenses incurred just as they would reimburse you for other work exp...
Sexual Abuse of Minors
Educators, coaches, daycare workers, employment supervisors and priests, rabis, and other religious leaders are expected to be their organization's guardians. They are often accorded respect and moral authority, and are expected to conduct ...