Articles Posted in Employment Law

Wage theft remains among the most common violations in California workplaces. Many employees work long hours, earn commissions, or depend on promised bonuses. They often discover the promised compensation never arrives or is shorted. Financial strain, uncertainty about legal rights, and fear of employer retaliation often make things worse. California employment law provides strong protections…

California continues to strengthen workplace protections through legislation aimed at promoting equality, fairness, and accountability. One of the most impactful updates in recent years is new pay transparency requirements, which expand employees’ rights and employers’ obligations regarding salary disclosure. These laws reflect the state’s commitment to addressing pay inequity and improving access to wage information…

In recent years, many California employees have been asked to sign new arbitration agreements as a condition of continued employment. These agreements typically require workplace disputes to be resolved through private arbitration rather than through a public court. Employers often present such agreements as standard documents, sometimes during onboarding, promotions, or company policy updates. An…

As a California employment attorney, I’ve spoken with many workers who are unsure whether they’re properly classified. You may receive a 1099 tax form instead of a W-2, and your employer may call you an “independent contractor,” but that doesn’t always mean the classification is legal. In California, misclassification is a serious issue that affects…

Understanding How “Pay Inequality” Affects California Workers As a California employment attorney, I’ve worked with many individuals—especially women—who’ve come to me after discovering they’re being paid less than a colleague for doing essentially the same work. Often, it’s not just about the numbers on a paycheck. It’s about the message that unequal compensation sends, particularly…

Employment discrimination can profoundly affect a person’s career, health, and future. In California, workers facing discrimination based on race, gender, age, or disability have legal options to pursue justice and financial compensation. Witnesses play a critical role in these cases, helping to clarify what happened and supporting discrimination claims. These witnesses might include coworkers, supervisors,…

Employment laws involve both federal and state regulations, each playing a crucial role. The federal minimum wage, set by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), serves as a baseline across the nation. However, individual states possess the authority to establish their own minimum wage rates, provided they exceed the federal standard. In California, the state…

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