Category: Law Tips

The employment laws in the United States prohibit all types of workplace harassment, including sexual harassment. Employers with 15 or more employees are legally liable for ensuring a safe, non-hostile work environment for all employees. They must investigate informal or formal complaints immediately and take appropriate action against the perpetrator. These actions can range from…

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits employers from discriminating against their employees based on their religion and religious beliefs. Despite that, it is not uncommon for many employees in Los Angeles to experience this type of discrimination in the workplace. Since, for many people, their religious identity is an essential part…

Age discrimination, unfortunately, is a common occurrence as, for various reasons, more and more older people put off retirement and work for longer years in their respective industries. While the employment laws in the United States are clear about prohibiting age discrimination, employees who are 40 or older continue to report experiencing discrimination, ill-treatment, or…

As a non-exempt employee working in California, you must understand how the wage and hour laws of the state apply to you. The state mandates a minimum hourly rate for non-exempt workers for regular, overtime, and double-time work. You are also entitled to receive regular breaks for meals and rest during the workday. If your…

Pregnancy discrimination is a real issue that women face in many workplaces in California. Fortunately, there are federal and state laws that prohibit this type of discrimination and require employers to ensure that the workplace is a safe, non-hostile environment for all employees. If the employers fail to do so or participate in the harassment,…

There are many legal provisions to safeguard the rights of employees in the employment laws in California. Unfortunately, many employees and employers remain unaware of these, leading to workplace disputes. By consulting a reputable employment attorney Glendale employees can get the appropriate legal counsel for their employment-related issues. Who is an employment attorney? An employment…

As an employee, you should receive proper and adequate compensation for the work you do for your employer. The employment laws in California are clear on this point. Even so, many employees are likely to encounter issues related to inadequate work compensation or non-payment of wages. That may happen due to a lack of understanding…