In a qui tam lawsuit, a private individual brings an action on the government’s behalf. The False Claims Act (31 U.S.C. §3729-3733) authorizes qui tam actions against parties who have defrauded the federal government. The whistleblower bringing the action, also called a relator, must inform the United States of...
Some people might think that catcalling (such as whistles, suggestive comments, and sexual advances) at their workplace is just an unpleasant part of their job that they have to endure. This is untrue. Some might be asking, is catcalling sexual harassment? The answer is yes in many circumstances. If...
We are delighted to announce Evanyss Jamero as the esteemed recipient of our law school scholarship, awarded for her exceptional essay on the impactful topic, “How will you use your law degree to fight for employees’ rights?” Evanyss’s insightful and compelling essay not only captured the essence of the...
Retirement is becoming less common and more difficult for many Americans. The Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the number of workers over age 75 to grow by 96.5 percent by 2030. Yet, employers continue to use forced retirement policies to push older employees out of the workforce. These mandatory...
Sexual harassment does not just occur in physical office spaces. Sexual harassment in the remote workplace is a troubling problem that affects numerous employees, and it is becoming a significant concern for more California workers. While remote jobs provide a flexible work environment, they have, unfortunately, also opened new...
The “gig economy” has impacted all sectors of industry. In recent years, many Californians have chosen or been forced into freelance or contract work over traditional salaried positions. While freelancing offers flexibility and autonomy, it also raises important questions about freelance employees’ protections against sexual harassment. Luckily, California has...
Public sector employees know some of the government’s most sensitive secrets. They employees may learn of corruption, waste, abuses of power, and other unethical and illegal practices. Employees who want to report this misconduct are often hesitant because they fear what might happen to them. State and federal law...
Everyone, regardless of their age, has the right to fair and equal workplace treatment. But even in a progressive city like Long Beach, workplace age discrimination can be a problem. If you’re experiencing workplace age discrimination and interested in filing a Long Beach age discrimination lawsuit, look no further....
Experiencing workplace discrimination can leave you shaken in your abilities and unsure of where to turn. Being fired, passed over for a promotion, or subjected to discriminatory conditions in your employment based on a factor unrelated to your work performance can leave you feeling powerless. It is illegal to...
Usually, having a lot of work experience is a good thing. When people first enter the workforce, they often lack the years of experience requested by employers. On the flip side, employers sometimes push out or refuse to hire older employees with the precise experience they claim to seek.If...
Age discrimination is an unfortunate reality in the workplace, affecting individuals of all backgrounds and professions. 15% of the discrimination charges the federal government received from California workers in 2022 were based on age. Further, 26% of the discrimination complaints filed in 2020 with the California Department of Fair...
Age discrimination is a pervasive issue that affects individuals of all backgrounds and professions. Despite numerous laws in place to protect workers from discrimination, many individuals still face unfair treatment based on their age. Age discrimination can lead to unfair treatment, job loss, and financial hardship for older workers. ...