Bay Area Employment Law Blog
Fighting age bias in the tech industry
How old is too old to be relevant in today's tech job market? If the number of lawsuits alleging age discrimination in California are any indication, it doesn't take long before you "age out" of the market as far as high-tech employers are concerned. While the 90 or...
Age discrimination down, but continuing as workforce gets older
As people live longer, healthier lives, more remain in the workforce into their senior years. Many also continue working or seeking work because they're not in a financial position to retire. The experience and skills brought by older workers can be valuable to...
Wells Fargo now faces wrongful termination claims
Wells Fargo & Co. has had its share of troubles recently. Banking authorities are investigating illegal practices that employees were apparently instructed to follow, and the massive financial institution has already been issued millions of dollars in fines. Bank...
Pregnant women often face workplace discrimination
It is more common for pregnant women in California and beyond to work outside the home than in generations past. The federal government has dealt with workplace discrimination against pregnancy since the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The original act did not include...
Sexual harassment is reportedly part of the job at national parks
The 413 national parks in the United States represent the great natural and historic wonders of the country. Millions of people visit them every year and experience unique attractions that are preserved and protected with pride. However, in California's Yosemite and...
Dealing with a wrongful termination
Losing a job can be a devastating blow. With it may come shock and disbelief, followed by embarrassment or even anger. However, if a worker in California feels he or she is the victim of wrongful termination, that person may decide to take legal steps against the...
Female pilots experience workplace discrimination as mothers
In 1973, the first female pilot was hired by a major commercial airline in the United States. Before that time, men flew the planes, and women were flight attendants. While women in California and across the country have been making strides against workplace...
Fox News sexual harassment claim opens door for more victims
There are many reasons why people do not always come forward after being harassed at work, but the most common reason may be that they fear losing their jobs. Sexual harassment is likely to be an even more frequent occurrence than people in California realize since so...
San Francisco supervisor axes municipal contracts with North Carolina
Recent developments in anti-LGBT legislation in North Carolina have strained the state’s relationships with other regions that do not agree share those values. Here in San Francisco, Supervisor Scott Wiener has begun proceedings to halt all of the...
Employers know ways to avoid wrongful termination accusations
Many employers in California act with integrity when it comes to hiring and firing workers. However, there are some who may abuse the system to protect themselves from wrongful termination claims. While claiming to work within the law, some managers may be building...