Like employees across the country, those here in California have certain rights. One of them is to not face retaliation by an employer for engaging in an activity considered “protected” under the law. Anyone wanting to file such a complaint regarding retaliation with...
It is easy to make assumptions about people. For example, an employer may wrongly assume that a disabled worker is unable to fulfil a position because of his or her disability when reasonable modifications may be enough to ensure success. Not only are such assumptions...
Over the last several years, there seems to have been a significant increase in interest regarding do-it-yourself projects. As such, many people have turned to Pinterest for inspiration and directions on how to be more self-sufficient. Despite the fact that a large...
The vast majority of people in California work hard every day to fulfill their job requirements. Often, this requires workers to complete physically or mentally demanding tasks. Regardless of the specific job requirements, workers who experience sexual harassment are...
Many people in California and across the country view their occupation as more than a job -- they see it as a career in which they plan for future advancements and professional improvement. With these goals in mind, they invest their time and energy into performing to...
The vast majority of workers in California simply want to arrive at work and perform their jobs to the best of their abilities. In a perfect world, there would be no interference in their ability to do this due to their age, race and disability, among other protected...
A great deal of effort is put into protecting employees as they complete their job-related tasks in California. For example, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration creates regulations intended to prevent workplace accidents from occurring in addition to...
For many people in the United States, the advent of football season is anticipated months in advance. This may be especially true in California this year as the construction of a new stadium is underway. Unfortunately, a worker at the project was recently killed in a...
Every day in California, millions of workers report to work. The vast majority of these workers are committed to fulfilling their job responsibilities to the best of their abilities, as required by their employers. Unfortunately, some find that illegal actions,...
After a workplace injury, you may worry about your health, your future and your career. Worse, many people have misconceptions about workers’ compensation that could make them hesitant to file a claim. What are some myths about workers’ compensation? Your employer can...