In 2023, discrimination in the workplace is rarely overt. On the one hand, it is encouraging that more and more employers have recognized their obligation to be fair and equitable and take action when faced with complaints alleging discrimination. On the other hand, the more subtle forms of discrimination can […] The post What Does Religious Discrimination Look Like? appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

While perhaps not as common as it once was, many employers still subject their applicants and employees to drug testing. In certain cases, there may be valid concerns over public safety, while in other cases, drug testing may be used for discriminatory or unfair purposes. Whether you are being asked […] The post Drug Testing at Work: Know Your Rights appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

It is well known that workers who have criminal histories have a difficult time finding employment. In past years, they were obligated to disclose any prior convictions as part of their job application. Consequently, they would be passed over for the job – they may not even get an interview. […] The post What California’s “Ban the Box” Law Means for Job Applicants appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

One of the most fundamental aspects of the employer-employee relationship is that the employee should be fairly compensated for their work. While employers have some discretion over what they choose to pay their employees, there are federal and California state laws that govern what and when employees must be paid. […] The post Do You Have a Wage Violation Claim? appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

Whether you negotiated your employment contract or you simply signed an agreement when you were hired, your contract can come back to haunt you when you try to move on to your next opportunity. Non-compete and non-solicitation clauses are two of the most common unpleasant surprises that employees encounter. And […] The post Thou Shalt Not: What You Need to Know About Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Clauses appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

In 2023, discrimination in the workplace is rarely overt. On the one hand, it is encouraging that more and more employers have recognized their obligation to be fair and equitable and take action when faced with complaints alleging discrimination. On the other hand, the more subtle forms of discrimination can […] The post What Does Religious Discrimination Look Like? appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

Harassment in the workplace consists of unwanted behavior directed at you because of a protected characteristic such as your religion, ethnicity, or gender. Isolated incidents do not qualify as harassment. Instead, it must be repeated or ongoing and pervasive, and the conduct must be offensive, abusive, intimidating, or hostile. Here […] The post What Do You Do if You Are Being Harassed at Work? appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

While perhaps not as common as it once was, many employers still subject their applicants and employees to drug testing. In certain cases, there may be valid concerns over public safety, while in other cases, drug testing may be used for discriminatory or unfair purposes. Whether you are being asked […] The post Drug Testing at Work: Know Your Rights appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

It is widely known that discrimination in the workplace or connected to your employment in any way is illegal. What many people do not realize, unfortunately, is that not all employers are covered by either federal or California state anti-discrimination laws. The reasons why these discrimination laws do not apply […] The post Is Your Employer Covered Under Anti-Discrimination Laws? appeared first on Employee Law ..read more

It is well known that workers who have criminal histories have a difficult time finding employment. In past years, they were obligated to disclose any prior convictions as part of their job application. Consequently, they would be passed over for the job – they may not even get an interview. […] The post What California’s “Ban the Box” Law Means for Job Applicants appeared first on Employee Law ..read more