It is not uncommon for an employer to offer a severance agreement to a departing employee who has served in the managerial or executive ranks. What is not so common is a severance agreement for an employee aged 40 or older, which must meet specific EEOC and ADEA...
Disabilities and discrimination in the workplace
On Behalf of The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Jan 22, 2020 | Workplace Discrimination
Finding and keeping a job can be stressful. If you have a disability, it can be even more challenging. However, you have rights as a disabled individual. This includes protection from discrimination and harassment. In California, both state and federal laws prohibit...
Does your employer's dress code policy discriminate against you?
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Aug 23, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
When you think about discrimination in the workplace, you probably think about denial of a promotion, a good assignment or a better schedule based on your race, religion, gender or some other protected factor. However, there are hidden sources of discrimination that...
Do you have a legal claim for discrimination or harassment?
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Jul 25, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
Perhaps things seemed good when you first started your job. Then, at some point, you began to feel uncomfortable due to the way that a superior or co-worker treated you. After a while, you began to wonder whether you were the victim of some form of discrimination,...
The law prohibits employers from engaging in certain practices
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Jun 29, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
The United States used to be known as a melting pot. People from all over the world come to this country to start a new life. The chance for equal treatment of everyone regardless of age, race, religion, gender and more still attracts people to come...
Fire department recruit wins discrimination suit
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Feb 15, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
A former firefighter recruit has settled with the San Diego City Council. According to The San Diego Union-Tribune, Nicole Pappas alleged she was wrongfully terminated after experiencing discrimination and harassment. She received a $275,000 settlement from the city....
Hewlett Packard Enterprise employees allege pay discrimination
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Jan 7, 2019 | Workplace Discrimination
Two former Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) employees allege women are paid less for the same work at the tech company. The women recently filed a lawsuit against the company in Santa Clara County Superior Court. Women were not receiving equal payR. Ross was...
The new year welcomes new labor laws
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Dec 22, 2018 | Workplace Discrimination
As you welcome in the new year, you look forward to a fresh start. You will likely set new goals for yourself, resolving to better your body or financial situation in the months ahead. And, as an employee, you may aim to increase your production or develop a new...
Can you sue your boss for bullying in California?
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Dec 16, 2018 | Workplace Discrimination
If you suffer with a boss you don't like, you are far from alone. Perhaps your boss is abusive and bullying. Do you have to take it or can you sue? That depends on the circumstances. California has no law against employers being bullies, but there are laws against...
New California labor laws for 2019
by The Law Offices of Daniel Feder | Dec 14, 2018 | Workplace Discrimination
The new year is almost upon us, and with it we will see some changes to California labor laws. 2018 has been a good year for low unemployment rates in California and across the country. Given the labor shortage, employers are under pressure to create better working...
