Employment Law News
We Are Pleased to Announce the Final Approval Order and Judgment In Our Supreme Court Case Mendiola v. CPS
The Final Approval Order and Judgment in our Supreme Court victory has been approved by the Court. This win for hourly workers will prevent future employer wage theft and protect “on-call” workers throughout California from unfair workplace policies. For more...
What’s AB 2069? Will California be Protecting Medical Marijuana Users?
California has developed a reputation as a sanctuary regarding immigration, and some cities more than others. Soon, however, you may be able to add medical marijuana users to the list of people seeking sanctuary. An active proposed bill could protect people...
A Year Full of Sexual harassment Claims, What You Need to Know Now
2017 sure felt like it was the year of harassment. It seemed like every day or two there were new high-profile stories of sexual harassment claims in the news. You didn’t just see the claims though; there were social media movements like #metoo that started, or...
Wage Theft is No Joking Matter, Make Sure it Isn’t Happening to You
As a restaurant server in California, you make the state’s minimum wage, unlike servers in other states. You may have heard that the Department of Labor plans to change the rules on tip-pooling. The purpose of this rule change is supposed to even out how front of...
What to do Before You Quit Your Job
Not everyone likes their job. Maybe you dislike your boss or your co-workers. Or maybe you might feel like it is time to move on to a new career, or go back to school. There are many reasons people decide to quit their jobs. But before you give in and tell them...
What Does Wage Theft Mean? Are You A Victim of Wage Theft?
Have you ever heard of the term “wage theft”? Wage theft is when your employer doesn’t pay you what you deserve, effectively stealing your time from you. You're suffering from wage theft if you're earning less than minimum wage for your area. Employers also commit...
Are you Protected by New Rules About Non-Compete Agreements?
Did you sign a non-compete agreement when you were hired? You should probably have an employment lawyer verify if it actually applies or not. Lots of people think that the protections given by California Labor Code section 925 apply to everyone. However, section...
Overtime Rules Might Change, Will They Affect You?
Chances are, you’re familiar with overtime pay - the mandated time-and-a-half compensation you earn for putting in long extra hours. Overtime rules are often the reason people look to labor law attorneys for employment dispute advice. Do you know the history behind...
Guide to Filing OSHA Safety Complaints From A Local Labor Lawyer
Ask any labor lawyer- safety in the workplace is no joke. Employers have a responsibility to protect their employees from safety and health issues while at work. Workers also have the right to know about possible hazards and not be forced to perform work that they...
Congress is Considering National Right-to-Work Laws – But What Does Right To Work Mean?
You’ve probably heard the term “Right to Work” recently. The ideas behind right to work laws have been in the news, on political ads, and seem to be gaining support. But do you know what right to work means? It might feel like you have to be a labor lawyer to...
5 California Employment Laws Coming up in 2017 You Should Watch
Whether you’re an employee or an employer, it’s important to know how California employment laws will affect you. You should always contact a labor attorney like Cathe L. Caraway-Howard if you have any specific questions. That said, it’s always good if you have an...
7th Circuit of Appeals Court Rules the Civil Rights Act Protects Gay Workers, How Can This Affect You?
In what is being hailed as a significant victory for gay rights, the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit ruled that the Civil Rights Act from 1964 applies protections to gay employees from job discrimination. This expands the protections the...
5 Ways Employers Can Effectively Handle Harassment Complaints
After a former employee at Uber made workplace harassment complaints that were not resolved to her satisfaction, her story became big news. Of course the final determination of who was right or wrong in the circumstances will ultimately be decided by settlement, or...
4 Basic Employment Laws Every Employee Should Know
Employment lawyers are well versed in the numerous and varied employment laws. An employment law attorney usually handles cases involving these laws on a daily basis. Employment lawyers usually have several years of prior experience dealing with employment issues...
A Smart Guide to Your Rights When You Are Fired
IIf you have been terminated from your job, you are still entitled to certain rights. In addition to basic rights a terminated employee enjoys, there may also be other rights that you do not know about. Termination from your job can be disorienting and maddening....
5 Ways to Recognize a Hostile Work Environment
A hostile work environment doesn't just affect individual employees. It can easily disrupt the entire workplace. You should report signs of workplace harassment to your supervisors so they can address them immediately. It's the best way to avoid workplace...
Wrongful Termination? Here Are Steps You Can Take Now
If you've just been terminated from your job, it's understandable if you're feeling at a loss. Unemployment is one of the most stressful life events you could name. If you were unjustly fired, it adds insult to injury. It's natural to feel the need to look for...
What You Need to Know Now About the False Claims Act
A whistleblower attorney and their clients often make the front page of the newspaper. That's because the issues involved often apply to more than just the case at hand. That's especially true of cases involving fraud against the government. The US government has...
How a Disability Lawyer Defines Disability Discrimination
According to the U.S. Bureau of labor statistics, only 17.5% of Americans with a disability were employed in 2015. In comparison, the employment rate is 65% for workers without disabilities. In addition, workers with a disability are twice as likely to be a...
Could You Be a Victim of Unpaid Wages?
Working at a job is not always the most glamorous task, but it does ensure a steady paycheck. However, there are times when that paycheck isn't steady as it should be. Sometimes, your employer may not give you the full amount of your paycheck, or may not give you a...
