Many victims of discrimination in the workplace think their only option is to go find a job somewhere else. Other workers understand that they have legal rights but know that a complaint will go nowhere and will actually result in getting fired. Realistically, being unemployed – either because you can […]
Category: Employment Law
We have come a long way when it comes to the rights of women in the workplace, but there is still work to be done. Women still experience harassment and discrimination at work every day, particularly pregnant women. While these cases are often difficult to prove, you still may be […]
Employment laws are constantly changing, leaving both employers and employees wondering about their rights and obligations. 2023 will bring several important updates to California employment law, most of which are aimed at expanding workers’ rights and protections. Attorneys for Employees explains four of the more important changes and what workers […]
Anyone who has ever been “terminated,” “fired,” “laid off,” or simply “let go” from their job understands the shock and embarrassment that follows. No one wants to be fired, and losing your job with no advance notice can be especially upsetting. One of the questions that immediately gets raised is […]
It’s more than just a label – the distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is an important one. Employees have specific rights and protections that independent contractors do not enjoy. Unfortunately, employers often misclassify employees as independent contractors in an attempt to get around certain obligations that they […]