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. These false ideas exacerbate...
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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 protected from discriminatory...
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 performance and result in loss of...
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 result of pregnancy...
The Call-to-Work Order and the Law
California employees may have questions about on-call shifts, financial compensation, and legal protections available to workers in the state. Here’s what you need to know about on-call shifts and compensation. What is an on-call shift? Unlike a regular shift in which...
Can My Landlord Keep My Security Deposit for Any Repairs He Claims are Needed?
Can My Landlord Keep My Security Deposit for Any Repairs He Claims are Needed? Generally, no. California Affords Tenants Substantial Protections to their Residential Security Deposits. Moving is a hassle. You have to find a new place, pack up your...
Combating Age Discrimination and Bias for Employees and Job Applicants
What is Age Discrimination? Age discrimination claims are available to those who are at least 40 years old. Employees aged 40 and above cannot be fired, forced to retire, or excluded from certain promotions, wage raises, work events or activities based on their age....
Drug and device lawsuits: Things you need to know
Under U.S. law, all drug and medical device companies are required to test for safety and efficacy as well as provide clear warnings about the potential risks and side effects of their products. While drugs and medical devices are subject to a stringent approval...
How California tackles breach of warranty
Whether you’re a consumer or a business owner, it’s important to learn about a breach of warranty and how the California courts handle lawsuits related to the matter. In legal parlance, a warranty is a contractual term pertaining to the quality, condition, or...
Adverse Employment Actions: What They Are, What They Do
Too often, employees who observe or experience any wrongdoing or misconduct in the workplace are afraid to blow the whistle for fear of retaliation from their bosses or the company itself. If this is something that hits close to home for you, you should know that...
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 expenses. This is true even if...
Steps To Take When Filing a Disability Discrimination Case
It’s hard enough for disabled individuals to find a job, let alone keep it, especially during these trying times. If you feel that you have been targeted unfairly by your employer because of your disability, you may have a legal claim against them. Disability...