What to Expect From New Fast Food Employment Laws in California
February 29, 2024
2024 will be a big year for anyone employed in the fast food industry in California. New laws are set
The Fight to Repeal AB 5 – Are Your Rights at Risk?
February 22, 2024
Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5) has emerged as a landmark piece of legislation, fundamentally transforming the landscape for independent contractors
Federal Employees to Receive New Rights During Hiring
February 13, 2024
As of January 29, 2024, the Biden administration has introduced groundbreaking new hiring requirements to enhance pay equity across federal
California Employers Can’t Mandate Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Claims
February 9, 2024
The past several years have witnessed some substantial changes to laws surrounding the forced arbitration of employment disputes, both at
Celebrating Excellence: Todd M. Friedman Selected Five Consecutive Years to Super Lawyers List
January 11, 2024
We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Todd M. Friedman, the managing partner of Law Offices of Todd
Navigating California Employment Law: Understanding Your Right to a Holiday Bonus
January 8, 2024
As the festive season approaches, many employees, especially in California’s bustling tech sector, eagerly anticipate the prospect of a holiday
Wage Theft in California: What Every Worker Should Know
December 28, 2023
Wage theft is a pervasive issue in the labor market, and it has particularly serious impacts on workers in California.
Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: Steps to Take if You’re a Victim in California
December 20, 2023
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a serious issue that affects thousands of employees across various industries in California. It
Federal Agency Sues Tesla for Racial Discrimination
December 7, 2023
Electric car manufacturer Tesla continues to face legal actions for its supposed mistreatment of Black workers at its factory in
How to File an Equal Pay Act Claim
November 21, 2023
In a world striving for equality and fairness in the workplace, the Equal Pay Act is a critical tool to
Biden-Harris Administration Targets Antisemitic Discrimination in Civil Rights Expansion
November 13, 2023
The Biden-Harris administration has taken a major step against antisemitism in the US by announcing an expansion of the Civil
California Employment Laws Going Into Effect by 2024
November 6, 2023
The California legislature did serious work during its final session for 2023. The Assembly and Senate sent dozens of bills
New NLRB Standard May Simplify Retaliation Claims
October 24, 2023
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has been hard at work in recent months. One of its biggest actions occurred
What Counts as Time Worked for Your Paycheck?
October 20, 2023
When you go to work, you should be paid for your time. That’s the entire point of having a job.
California Supreme Court Expands Liability for Employment Rights Violations
October 17, 2023
California has some of the nation’s strongest anti-discrimination laws, and the state Supreme Court has proven it is dedicated to
Federal Government Sues SpaceX for “Routine” Hiring Discrimination
September 21, 2023
The federal Department of Justice (DOJ) has officially filed a lawsuit against California-based spaceflight company SpaceX for alleged “routine, widespread,
What Counts as Hostile? Identifying Harmful Workplaces
September 19, 2023
When you hear the word hostile, you probably think about someone acting physically aggressive toward others. While that’s one definition
New California Supreme Court Ruling Favors Uber Drivers and Workers
September 13, 2023
In July 2023, the California Supreme Court made a critical decision in favor of Uber drivers and other workers statewide,
Five Potential Laws That Could Change Your Workplace for Good in California
September 6, 2023
2023 is shaping up to be one of the most important years for workers’ rights since the Americans with Disabilities
Studies Show 91% of Workers Face Discrimination: How You Can Fight Back
August 14, 2023
Despite massive improvements over the past several decades, the US still has a long way to go before everyone is
How a New Federal Deferred Action Program Protects Employee Rights
August 7, 2023
If you work in the US, you have the right to fair employment. Full stop. Whether you’re a citizen, permanent
New Protections for Construction Contractors Began July 1st
July 31, 2023
As of July 1st, 2023, a swath of new laws impacting California’s construction industry have gone into effect. The bills,
