Perhaps you have been working in an environment made increasingly uncomfortable by the behavior of a coworker. You describe this behavior as sexual harassment and are willing to file a claim over the issue. But what exactly is the law and how will the court react? A...
Month: August 2022
What can you do if your employer did not pay you for your overtime?
Your employer must pay you for all the regular hours that you work, up to your full-time schedule. If you work hours beyond that, you should receive overtime pay. For nonexempt employees in California, any work time that exceeds 8 hours in one day or 40 hours in one...
Can workplace discrimination cause long-term damage?
Experiencing discrimination at your workplace in California may leave you feeling anxious and threatened. Even if you successfully escape the mistreatment, its effects could last for a long time. When you understand how discrimination may impact your life, you can...
What constitutes as retaliation?
Under federal law, you have rights as an employee to not face discrimination and to complain about discrimination or wrongdoings within the company. Unfortunately, when employees do file a complaint or help another employee with a discrimination complaint, some...