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,
Federal Circuit Court Supports California Workplace Whistleblower Protections
June 27, 2023
In a win for workers’ rights, the federal Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has reaffirmed California’s whistleblower protection
Are Silicon Valley Firms Forcing Workers to Sign Unlawful Labor Agreements?
June 12, 2023
According to allegations filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), some Silicon Valley firms are forcing their employees to
California Supreme Court Blocks Tesla’s Bid to Stop Racial Discrimination Lawsuit
June 5, 2023
Electric carmaker Tesla continues to face an uphill battle against racial discrimination claims from workers at its Fremont factory. In
Kanye West’s Company Sued for Wrongful Termination
May 18, 2023
The private Christian school, Donda Academy, has been hit with a wrongful termination lawsuit after letting go of two employees.
Twitter’s Verification Controversy: Legal Perspective from Todd Friedman
May 11, 2023
In the wake of the recent controversy surrounding Twitter’s blue check mark verification system and the Twitter Blue subscription service,
