California Hostile Work Environment Law
Current California hostile work environment law protects employee rights at work and requires employers to take reasonable steps to address and prevent hostile behavior in the workplace. A “hostile work environment” created due to retaliation, harassment, or discrimination can negatively affect an employee’s capacity to perform their job duties. Employees might experience a…
California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) – All You Need to Know
The California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), enacted in 2004, empowers employees to take action against employers who violate labor laws. By allowing workers to act as private attorneys general, PAGA empowers them to hold employers accountable for labor law violations. PAGA allows workers to claim against employers for infractions that might otherwise go…
California Sexual Harassment Laws
Experiencing sexual harassment in the workplace can have a drastically negative effect on a person’s life, especially if they spend the majority of their time at work. However, they do not have to accept the harassment. There are California sexual harassment laws in place to prevent and penalize this behavior. Sexual Harassment in California…
Common Types of Workplace Class Action Lawsuits in California
In California, the vibrant workforce and diverse employment landscape comes with a complex web of laws designed to protect employees’ rights. Unfortunately, violations of these laws can lead to widespread injustices that affect large groups of workers. When individual claims are not practical, class action claims can emerge as a powerful tool for seeking…