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Additional Employment Law Changes for 2022
Employment Law Changes in California for 2022 This year’s new laws included several employment-related bills signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, including bills aimed at prohibiting quotas that interfere with employees’ ability to take breaks and combatting wage theft...
California Minimum Wage Increases by City for 2022
California Minimum Wage Increases by City California has consistently paved the way nationwide for consistent minimum wage increases and``` leads the country with 4 of the top 5 minimum wage cities in the US. Emeryville and Mountain View, California top the chart at...
Discrimination In The Workplace For Being A Trump Supporter
If you are like most people in the United States, you already know all about the presidential election and how Joe Biden won the election. At the same time, you're probably aware of all the political tension that is also going on. This past year has been a very tough...
What is Quid Pro Quo and How to Deal with It
There is an excellent chance that you have heard the term ‘quid pro quo’ at some point in your life. It’s even made its way into pop culture, and as a result, you’ve probably wondered exactly what it means. Translated directly from the original Latin, Quid pro quo means ‘something for something.’
Important California Law Changes For 2021
January 11, 2021 2020 was a busy and challenging year and lawmakers in Sacramento have been busy with Gavin Newsome signing a record number of law changes taking effect January 1, 2021. Law changes from year. to year are common, but 2020 stands out with it's record...
When Is It Illegal to Be Denied a Promotion at Work
If your employer has denied a promotion at work that you really wanted, then you know much it can sting. It’s a big hit to the ego and the bank account, especially if you believe you were the most deserving of the opportunity. But, is it ever illegal to be denied a...
How Long Can You Wait To Sue For Wrongful Termination
How long can you wait to sue for wrongful termination after your employer fired you? Is it too late to file your employment lawsuit? Is there a statute of limitations on wrongful termination? These are common questions that arise if someone was wrongfully terminated...
Explaining At-Will Employment
At-will employment is something that stops many people from filing a wrongful termination lawsuit against their employer. It's a common misconception that if you are fired in an at-will state, this means you automatically do not have a case. This is far from the...
7 Myths of Wrongful Termination
Wrongful termination has a lot of myths surrounding it. How does at-will employment factor in? What are the “rules” to pursuing a lawsuit. With all of these questions, it’s important to have the correct answers.