Encountering discrimination at work, especially due to age, can be tough. You might be a seasoned professional nearing retirement, or you might be starting a new career later in life. No matter what stage you are in, if you are 40 or older, illegal discrimination could have affected you. ...
Many people receive bonuses on top of receiving regular salaried or hourly compensation for work performed. Bonuses often make a significant difference in the amount earned in a year. They can help an employee put a down payment on a house, save for a child’s college education, or pay...
If you are a Golden State employee seeking unemployment benefits, California eligibility requirements can be confusing. As one of the most populous states in the U.S., California offers a comprehensive unemployment insurance program designed to provide temporary financial assistance to eligible individuals. However, to access these benefits, workers must...
Sexual harassment remains one of the most common and overlooked forms of workplace discrimination today. Many employees assume they’d easily recognize sexually inappropriate behavior in the workplace. But harassment today happens in many more subtle forms than employees realize. In this blog post, we’ll explain how employees and managers...
If you believe you are facing discrimination in the workplace, you are not alone. Millions of employees have suffered from workplace discrimination. Discrimination can make the work environment uncomfortable and result in unfair treatment. Discrimination can occur at all stages of work—from initial recruitment and hiring to termination. It...
“Hostile work environment” is a commonly misunderstood term. Many employees know that offensive and abusive behavior in the workplace isn’t okay. However, few fully understand what makes a hostile atmosphere cross the line from inappropriate to illegal. In reality, “hostile work environment” is the name for a specific type...
Walgreens, a well-known retail giant, has agreed to pay $205,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over allegations of pregnancy and disability discrimination. The case was filed in the Eastern District of Louisiana and resulted in a consent decree requiring Walgreens to provide...
Many employees who experience mistreatment at work don’t realize there are deadlines for legal action. The statute of limitations for employment claims in California ranges from one to four years, depending on the situation. Waiting too long to file a claim can mean missing out on compensation or holding...
For most employees, a workplace leave of absence is no picnic. Unlike vacation days, job leave gives employees a temporary break from work to deal with specific family, medical, or life events. Many companies today offer leave time to workers facing personal challenges. However, employees often fear that extended...
Discrimination and mental health should not mix. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) can protect you if you have a mental health condition and have faced discrimination at work. These state and federal laws demand respect and reasonable accommodations for...