The standard work week is Monday to Friday, working five days with eight-hour shifts. Yet many of us find ourselves working jobs that demand more time throughout the week. Perhaps some employees want to work these long schedules. After all, a recent survey from Qualtrics found that 57% of people want to work overtime. But many people […]
The workplace can be many things, but it should never be hostile. Under California and federal laws, your employer can be held liable for your pain, suffering, and financial losses if they condone or participate in harassment that creates a hostile environment. We can help you win justice if you are the victim of workplace […]
Whether you are a new employee, an established employee, or an employee on their way out the door, your employer must pay you on time. And California Labor Code section 203 penalizes employers if they do not timely pay employees who are fired or quit. If you are waiting on final payment after leaving your […]
Employers often hold a lot of power when it comes to making decisions about employees. But just because your employer has a lot of power in the workplace, it doesn’t mean you should take whatever treatment they throw your way. This also applies if your employer fires you. Even if you were terminated from an […]
One of the first things you should know before you start any job in California is what the current California minimum wage laws are. Understanding the state’s rules for paying employees can save you from predatory employers and help you negotiate for your worth in work settings. So, what is the minimum wage in California? […]
Being wrongfully terminated from your job can be devastating and hard to process, but you must act quickly to protect your rights after termination. You have limited time to file a complaint or lawsuit for wrongful termination before you lose your right to receive compensation. This limited amount of time is called a statute of […]
If you are in a legal dispute with your employer, you probably already know that hiring an attorney is the best choice you can make to protect yourself. But how do you know who to hire? There are several steps you can take to help ensure that you engage the best employment lawyer for your […]
A staggering number of employers are not doing enough to protect their employees from sexual harassment. From 2018 to 2021, workers submitted 27,291 sexual harassment complaints to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). If you are one of the many victims of sexual harassment in the workplace, you deserve protection, compensation, and a good […]
It can be difficult under California independent contract law to determine if you’re being misclassified as an independent contractor by your employer. Many employers dodge their responsibilities to their employees by calling them “independent contractors.” If you make a living as an independent contractor, read this article to check whether you should be receiving employee […]
Between getting to work on time and completing your daily tasks, remember that your rest time is an essential part of your workday. California meal and rest break laws require that employees receive time to rest and eat after working a certain amount of time. If your employer refuses to give you adequate breaks, you […]