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What is an Adverse Employment Action?

Discrimination and retaliation claims require a plaintiff to prove that they suffered an “adverse employment action.” Under state and federal law, adverse employment actions encompass much more than termination or demotion. Rather, adverse employment actions include any employer conduct that materially and negatively affects the terms, conditions, or privileges...

$6 Million SEC Whistleblower Award: Why Insiders Shouldn’t Wait to Come Forward

Earlier this month, the SEC awarded $6 million to a pair of whistleblowers whose tip led to a significant enforcement action. This award is just the latest in a string of multi-million-dollar payouts designed to incentivize individuals with insider knowledge to report securities fraud and investor deception. If you’re...

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Is It Sexual Harassment to Ask a Co-Worker on a Date?

Politely asking a coworker on a single date, with no further actions after a decline, does not constitute harassment under EEOC guidelines. If you spend a lot of time with someone, you have a good chance of taking a romantic interest in them. But what happens if the person...

US Customs and Border Patrol Settles Pregnancy Discrimination Class Action for $45 Million

In a landmark settlement, United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agreed to pay $45 million to over 1,000 female employees who alleged that the agency’s policies systematically discriminated against pregnant employees. This settlement concludes a long, hard-fought legal battle that started in 2016, when several CBP officers and...

Pregnancy Discrimination Settlement in EEOC Case Against Walgreens

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...

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New California Employment Laws Protecting Workers in 2024

The California legislature has been a trailblazer in the ongoing fight for workers’ rights, enacting new California employment laws that serve as models for other state legislatures. 2024 brings new California employment laws to this landscape, including the nation’s largest paid sick leave entitlement, a groundbreaking law creating a...

The Impact of SVB’s Implosion on Employees

The implosion of Silicon Valley Bank has saturated the news, as venture capital funds and other high-net-worth individuals scramble to ensure their billions of dollars are safe. One group of individuals is footnoted in these media articles and blog posts—the vulnerable employees of start-up companies. Media suggests that employees...

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How to Avoid Age Discrimination When Applying for a Job

Although State and federal laws protect employees in California from age discrimination, discrimination remains common. If a former, current, or prospective employer mistreats you for being 40 years old or older, you could be entitled to remedies. But it is easier to avoid ageism than to seek legal relief...