Advocating For The Rights Of Southern California Employees Since 2007

Month: January 2020

What is at-will employment?

Understanding employment law in California can be a bit confusing, given that California has its own very extensive employment laws in addition to the one set out by the federal government. However, it is vital that you understand how the law works in order to ensure...

When can my employer legally terminate my employment?

Wrongful termination is difficult to prove because of the way employment is in the United States. Most of the time, you and your employer have the free will to decide when to start and end employment and can do so at any time without any reason. This is what the...

What is the difference between discrimination and harassment?

Discrimination and harassment in the workplace are both issues that people deal with every day. They are also both illegal. There are many federal and state laws addressing both subjects and outlining exactly what they are and giving guidance on how to identify them....

Is your “over-40” severance agreement properly drafted?

If you have face termination at age 40 or older, your employer may want you to sign a severance agreement.  Look it over carefully. Severance agreements for older employees must meet specific requirements, or they will be unenforceable in court.  Reasons for a...

Workplace harassment may be subtle

Regardless of where you work, you should not have to put up with harassment. After all, succeeding in the workplace is hard enough. Still, with as many as 54% of women reporting that they have faced harassment at work, you may eventually have to deal with it. While...

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