Gender issues trigger uproar and firing in Silicon Valley
August 8, 2017
In recent years, discussing gender politics at work has become a generally bad idea. There is no way to have
Employers behaving badly: Discrimination in the workplace
August 3, 2017
Whether you are a long-time employee seeking a promotion or a potential employee at your initial interview, employers are strictly
Will the high court allow discrimination on sexual orientation?
August 3, 2017
In another bold move against the LGBT community, President Trump’s administration has asked a federal appeals court to deny discrimination
All employees have rights, even port truckers.
June 28, 2017
Port-trucking is an occupation many people don’t think about. Port truckers are the people who take items the small distance
Protecting employee privacy rights in the technological age
May 31, 2017
The vast majority of Americans place a significant value on their privacy. This value extends to many spheres of life:
California court upholds weekly day of rest for employees.
May 30, 2017
A day of rest. The very notion can seem quaint and antiquated. As we have become a primarily 7-day-a-week working
Rooting out racial discrimination in the workplace
May 1, 2017
Most people are shocked when they experience discrimination or racial hatred in the workplace. In 2017, it should be expected
Chicago Strikes a Blow Against LGBT Workplace Discrimination
April 7, 2017
Under the Civil Rights movement, there are numerous protected groups. Many people of different faiths, ages and belief systems have
Is your employer following the EEOC’s four harassment checklists?
March 23, 2017
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has always been dedicated to opening opportunities so there is fairness and equity –
New Legislation Requires Sexual Harassment Training for California Industry
March 16, 2017
For years, California has led the nation in sexual harassment training requirements for employers. The original initiative set to ensure
Back Pay and Overtime Wages For Underpaid Chevron Subsidiary Employees
March 15, 2017
For several years, the U.S Department of Labor’s Wage and Hours Division has conducted investigations into underpayment of workers in
Can participating in Day Without Women strike result in being fired from work?
March 14, 2017
Last week’s “Day Without Women” campaign included a number of activities to increase awareness and support for women’s rights issues.
Can one co-worker make more than another for doing the same job?
March 11, 2017
The general principle of equal pay for equal work is embedded in our culture. Most of us feel like people
Celebrating women’s contributions in the workplace
March 10, 2017
In 2017, there is no place for discrimination against women in the workplace. At this point, equal pay, equal treatment
Inaccurate background checks can prevent qualified candidates from being hired.
January 20, 2017
When it comes to employment discrimination, there are strict rules on what employers can use as grounds for not hiring
3 facts about pregnancy discrimination at work
December 12, 2016
You have a bundle of joy on the way, and you couldn’t be more excited. You’re preparing for the big
Truck drivers win big against Wal-Mart for unpaid wages
December 1, 2016
When an employee works, that employee should get paid. It is a simple rule for employment law, but one that
Injunction delays, but likely will not stop overtime rules
November 30, 2016
New salary threshold rules were scheduled to go into effect on December 1. Many human resource departments have already complied.
Port truck drivers pushed to the edge with wage theft and more
November 4, 2016
California port truck drivers and warehouse workers are reaching their limits from employer mistreatment. Many work under contract and they
Violence and unbearable working conditions cited at Blue Apron facility
November 3, 2016
With only 38 months since the opening of the Blue Apron location in Richmond, California, the facility has been cited
Decision allows two NY Uber drivers unemployment benefits
October 19, 2016
There has been plenty of controversy over the treatment of employees who are a part of the “sharing economy,” with
SlideShare Gives an Overview of New Overtime Rules
October 18, 2016
If you work in a salaried position, you probably understand the pressure to work more hours each week. But the
