There are numerous federal laws that help protect workers from employers that would put them in unsafe work environments, subject them to abuse or discriminate against them. Unfortunately, federal laws on worker protection leave plenty of gaps and often require a...
Employment Law
Wrongful termination: Common reasons and your legal rights
Your employer has the legal right to terminate your employment, but that doesn’t give them the power to do whatever they want with regard to your relationship. For example, wrongful termination could come into play, during which your employer violates your rights and...
How age discrimination hurts established professionals
The longer you have worked at the same job, the easier your work often becomes. Your knowledge of the industry and your experience performing your specific job tasks will make you a better and more efficient worker over the years. Many employers recognize the value of...
California releases online anti-sexual harassment training video
In an effort to eliminate sexual harassment in California's workplaces, state law gives you the right to sue your employer if you reported harassment and the employer did not take reasonable steps to address the problem. Not only does this right give victims the...
Judge ruling puts forced arbitration law on hold
During the process of joining a new employer, you may sign several different contracts and documents. While many of these simply put you in the company’s system, some are agreements that can affect your legal rights while at work. California recently outlawed forced...