Bay Area Employment Law Blog
Signs of employment discrimination and possible solutions
No matter where you work, all employees deserve fair treatment. Unfortunately, instances happen in which discrimination can rear its ugly head, creating a hostile and unjust work environment. Recognizing the signs of employment discrimination is crucial, as is seeking...
3 FAQs about withholding commissions in California
When you work a job that includes commission as part of your wages, you rely on your employer to deliver the funds. According to ZipRecruiter, the average commission pay range sits at around $11,900 annually. If you do not receive that commission, it may easily put...
Can you take a family medical leave?
When a medical or family situation demands time and energy, you sometimes must take time off work. Under the Family and Medical Leave Act, you may have the right to take up to 12 weeks of job-protected, unpaid leave. Understanding your rights enables you to care for...
3 subtle signs of workplace discrimination
Society has shown clear and sure signs of what discrimination looks like. Discrimination also has a subtle side that may get overlooked. According to the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission, it had 73,485 new charges in 2022, 20% more than the previous year. Although...
Should you accept the settlement in a workplace harassment claim?
If you are a victim of workplace harassment in the form of discrimination, wrongful retaliation or sexual advances, then you likely have the right to pursue compensation through a workplace harassment claim. When your employer approaches you with a settlement offer,...
How to tell if you are subject to employee retaliation
Employee retaliation occurs when an employer wrongfully punishes an employee for such things as reporting an issue or speaking out against an unfair practice in the workplace. Laws against retaliation exist so that employees are not afraid to alert the proper...
Understanding constructive dismissal
Many people assume that wrongful termination cases only apply when they are directly terminated from their job. As a result, when their working conditions deteriorate so significantly that they resign, they fail to consider the potential for wrongful termination....
Can your employer deny a promotion because you are pregnant?
When an employee makes an attempt at a higher position within the company for which they are clearly a perfect fit, it can be suspicious when their request for a promotion meets with blatant denial. This scenario is an unfortunately common occurrence when it comes to...
3 common signs of wrongful termination
There are certain circumstances under which an employer cannot legally fire you. If you were recently let go from your job in the Bay Area, you may wonder if your termination was lawful. Here are three common red flags of wrongful termination to help you make sense of...
Who does the FMLA cover?
FMLA leave enables employees to care for their needs and those of their families without the risk of losing employment. However, the FMLA does not apply to all workplaces and employees. Workers in California should understand who is eligible for FMLA leave and which...
