Workplace harassment is a standard part of employment law. Sexual harassment and discrimination may often be the first to come to mind when you consider workplace harassment, but there are many more ways someone can make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe in your workplace. At The Armstrong…
Proving wrongful termination can be a challenge, but knowing your rights in these situations is critical. If you give notice to your employer, you may not believe that they can terminate your employment or fire you. Perhaps you wanted to leave your job on good terms, move…
You need time off to go to a doctor’s appointment, or you are ill and cannot go to work. In these situations, you may be asked by your employer to provide a doctor’s note or a piece of paper from the doctor’s office that indicates that you…
You work just as hard as others, and they are paid more. Is that a violation of your rights? The Equal Pay Act is meant to ensure that some factors are not used to make decisions about how much a person is paid, including their sex, race,…
Microaggression is a real concern in today’s workplace, but many people do not realize what is happening or what their rights are in these situations. Microaggression describes the practice of feeling seen or judged for the wrong reasons. It is not easy to prove that microaggression is…
Hospital workers are notoriously underappreciated. They generally work long hours and face significant stress in their daily work. Therefore, many workers have questions regarding how overtime pay should be structured or if they are eligible at all. Overtime and Exempt Workers Regarding overtime, employees are classified into…
We work to get paid so we can pay our own bills and survive. Many Californians rely on timely pay to keep their lives running, and when that doesn’t happen, it can significantly impact their lives. Payment Requirements The California Department of Industrial Relations defines timely payment…
In the professional realm, a separation or severance agreement is not one many people wish to see. These agreements are provided at the termination of employment and should offer an exchange that benefits both parties. Separation Agreement Basics Generally, a separation or severance agreement is an agreement…
Bonuses are a welcome addition to paychecks in most cases, but you may be uncertain if or how those bonuses can affect other parts of your check or even the criteria used to give them. California recognizes discretionary and non-discretionary bonuses. These have different criteria for how…
Severance packages are generally offered to employees whose positions are eliminated due to downsizing or restructuring. California does not mandate any kind of severance package from employers beyond the final pay. If you are concerned that layoffs are coming or have just experienced job loss and a…
