Let's say you work as a front desk employee in a private company. Typically, your work revolves around an 8-hour shift, five days a week. Lately, however, your boss has been assigning you more duties, asking you to stay an hour or two behind to reply to late emails...
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a federal law that allows workers in certain situations to take unpaid leave. California expanded on that right by passing the California Family Rights Act (CFRA). Like the FMLA, the CFRA provides rules for employees who need...
Employers need to treat all employees fairly. This is true when deciding who to hire and it’s also true once employees are on the job. When employers mistreat applicants and workers, they often run afoul of the law. Discrimination on many grounds is illegal under...
It is one thing to feel as if you do not fit into your workplace very well. For example, trouble connecting with your boss or coworkers can make you feel isolated, but it is no reason to pursue a legal solution. However, blatant mistreatment or the willful disregard...
Employees have the right to a safe work environment. An employee who suffers from targeted comments, stalking or harassment may be suffering from discrimination. Discrimination takes many forms. Here are 6 you should know about: Age An employee could face...