California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) covers any employer that regularly employs five (5) or more persons, along with employer agents and all state and local government entities. Gov. Code § 12926(d). This five-employee threshold provides California workers significantly broader protection than federal law, as the ADA requires 15 employees for coverage. The regularly employing standard is satisfied when an employer maintains five or more individuals on […]
read moreAlthough women have made many strides in business in decades past, NBC News reports that in California, women on average make 89 cents for every dollar a man earns in the same job. This discrepancy is the lowest in the nation, but that does not make it fair to pay a woman less than a […]
read morePregnancy is not a valid reason to punish an employee. Pregnancy is meant to be a terrifyingly wonderful time because you are ushering in a new life, not because you are worried about how your boss will take it. It is unlawful for an employer to harass you due to your pregnancy. Harassment can take […]
read moreIn California, a surprising number of workers experience unfair treatment every day, at the hands of their colleagues or even employers. This can come in many forms, but one particularly distressing and harmful form of mistreatment is sexual harassment. This affects both male and female employees and can seriously diminish an individual’s confidence, emotional well-being, […]
read moreBeing dismissed from your job is a deeply unpleasant thing to go through. But what if your dismissal was unfair, or even illegal? Sadly, many workers in California lose their jobs as the result of discrimination or because they refused to accept illegal actions on the part of their employer. In a previous article, we […]
read moreDiscrimination should not be tolerated anywhere, and the workplace is no exception. You deserve to be treated fairly, both by your colleagues and by your employers. However, it is an unfortunate fact that many workers in California are subjected to hostile work environments and unfair treatment as a result of traits that have nothing to […]
read moreHere is the simple truth. Your employer does not get to run your political life. California law says so directly. Most employees have never heard of it. Many employers have not either. California Has a Dedicated Law on This The California Labor Code includes an entire chapter built around this one idea. It is called […]
read moreCalifornia provides extensive workplace protections for pregnant employees through multiple laws that work together to ensure you can maintain your employment while managing pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions. Understanding these overlapping protections is crucial because California’s laws are among the most generous in the nation and often exceed federal requirements. Under California’s Fair Employment […]
read moreIf you’ve suffered a workplace injury or developed a job-related illness, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, many workers face unnecessary delays, denials, or even retaliation simply for exercising their rights. At The Kaufman Law Firm, we focus exclusively on California employment and labor law. While we don’t always represent clients in […]
read moreFirst, employees should get a doctor’s evaluation first that confirms their disability. The doctor will diagnose and document your medical problem, and the doctor should recommend accommodation to your employer. Employees should review their company’s HR policies and procedures regarding disability accommodations and follow their processes. Most employers have specific forms, procedures, etc.,on how to […]
read moreYour job is more than just a source of income. It is a major part of your lifestyle. If you have been the victim of wrongful termination, wrongful demotion or any kind of discriminatory business practices, it is time to take action and contact a Ventura employment law attorney that can help. Attorney Matthew A. Kaufman and the team at The Kaufman Law Firm bring experience and a vast arsenal of legal resources to help clients recover the money they deserve.
To learn more, contact our California law office today and schedule an initial evaluation to discuss your case.