California is an at-will employment state, which means that companies can fire most workers at any time for any reason. However, some types of termination violate state or federal laws. Review the circumstances that may constitute wrongful termination to find out...
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...
Brain injuries are some of the most expensive injuries that people can possibly suffer. The medical care required for their treatment alone will cost tens of thousands of dollars in most cases. There are other costs to consider as well, including lost wages from the...
As an employee, you deserve to work in a safe environment. But even if your employer does its part, it doesn’t mean that every employee will comply with the rules, terms and conditions that have been set forth. Should you become a victim of sexual harassment at your...
Your regular attendance at work is important to both you and your employer. The company relies on you to perform specific tasks and may struggle to replace your work on days when you can't do your job. You require a regular schedule and plenty of hours in order to...
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...
Can you have an age discrimination case if you are not yet a senior citizen? While you may not consider yourself to be on the older side of the workforce, federal employee protection against age discrimination starts at age 40. Studies show that this problem is...
Bay Area employees may have found themselves in a situation in the workplace that warrants speaking out about problems. Sometimes called whistleblowers, employees who point out flaws in a company's policies or procedures may be subject to unfair treatment. Recently, a...
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...
Bay Area residents know how hard it can be to find a good job, and sometimes, it can feel like the deck is already stacked against you. Current laws prohibit employers from discriminating based on gender, religion, race and other personal preferences during the hiring...