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Governor Vetoes Bill To Extend Family Leave Rights At Small Businesses

The United States is thought of a leader in many areas, but we appear to be behind on one issue: family leave. The U.S. is currently the only industrialized country…

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Bartender Alleges Pregnancy Discrimination

A bartender from Los Angeles, California, is seeking compensation for wrongful termination after she was allegedly fired from her job for wearing outfits that were too conservative. The woman, who…

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Sexual Orientation Is No Reason For Discrimination

Your sexual orientation — or how you identify with regard to gender — isn’t really your employer’s business. If you do a good job and stay within the parameters of…

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Head Of Park In California Accused Of Allowing Toxic Workplace

A man is stepping down after seven years as the head of a national park in California after allegations that he allowed a toxic and hostile workplace. The man reportedly…

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Nonprofit Worker Sues Over Sexual Harassment

A worker for a California nonprofit agency is filing suit, alleging that she was sexually harassed and that her employer did nothing to stop the occurrences. Her suit further alleges…

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Don’t Lead Someone On In The Workplace; Be Direct When Needed

Yes, there’s a difference between quid pro quo sexual harassment and someone mooning over you in the workplace. The first is illegal and you have a lot of legal protection…

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What Can You Not Be Fired For?

Federal laws protect most employees from being fired as an act of retaliation on the part of the employer. This protection only comes into play in certain circumstances, though. Here…

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Are You Dealing With A Toxic Work Situation?

We’ve written recently about numerous issues that could cause legal implications in the workplace, but what if you are simply dealing with a toxic environment? Toxic situations can be extremely…

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No Arbitration Compelled In Wrongful Termination Suit

Many employers throughout the state are defaulting to a requirement that all employees sign arbitration agreements. Your human resource representative might gloss over the agreement with the explanation that it…

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Retaliation Can Happen Regardless Of Claim Disposition

If you report to your supervisor or employer that you have been discriminated against or sexually harassed, then the employer is not allowed to retaliate against you. Retaliation includes activities…

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