What permits must minors have to work?
The law protects minors in many ways when it comes to employment. Since the end of child labor, the treatment of underage workers has become incredibly important. If you will hire individuals who are not yet 18 years old, you need to understand the legal requirements,...
What is wage theft?
You have the right to expect payment according to the law for all hours that you work. Your employer may try to underpay you or not pay you correctly, and according to the California Labor Commissioner, this is wage theft. Wage theft can occur in many ways, but it is...
New provisions for the California Family Rights Act
Sick days and vacations are not the only reasons employees may take time off work. The Family and Medical Leave Act is a federal law that allows eligible employees to take time off to care for family members with certain health conditions. Along with the federal law,...
Claims of employment law violations spark former CEO’s lawsuit
Employment law violations are a common problem in California and across the nation. While sexual harassment has become one of the most prominent issues about which complaints are filed, there are still wage issues and discriminatory behaviors taking place. Women are...
Disney heiress claims workers’ health is at risk
Abigail Disney is the granddaughter of Roy Disney, brother to the famous Walt Disney. She has been a long-time critic of Walt Disney Company and its employment practices, namely for what she calls its practice of placing profits ahead of workers. As a documentary...
Prohibited policies and practices in employment law
Good management is an invaluable asset to all companies because it can avoid litigation and improve employee morale. This is why it is critical that employees and good managers understand prohibited employment policies and practices. Federally prohibited employment...
What are some of the grounds for wrongful termination in California?
A person’s job is an important part of their identity. Many California residents spend years in school in order to obtain a successful career. If a dispute arises between an employer and employee, it can sometimes lead to an employee being terminated. But not all...
McDonald’s faces sexual harassment class action suit
You may be working in your dream career or maybe it is a new job you are still unsure about. No matter the length of time you have been in the position or industry, there is one thing that is for certain; you want to be taken seriously as a woman in the workplace. It...
McDonalds accused of systemic sexual harassment
Workers across California expect and deserve safe work environments. While this means they should be provided with appropriate equipment and training to shield them from injuries, it also means ensuring that workplace discrimination and harassment is prevented and...
California man files lawsuit against Spotify, alleging FLSA violations
Companies covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act are legally required to pay non-exempt employees time and one-half of the employee’s rate of pay for overtime hours worked. A former Spotify employee is filing a class-action lawsuit against Spotify for its failure to...
