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Can my boss fire me for I’m out on Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California’s Family Rights Act (CFRA) leave?

September 26, 2025
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No, your employer cannot legally terminate you for taking Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California's Family Rights Act (CFRA) leave and doing so would constitute illegal…

How does Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) differ from the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in protecting disabled employees?

Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provides significantly broader protections than the ADA in numerous critical areas, reflecting California's leadership…

September 26, 2025
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Understanding Severance Agreements and What Employees Should Know Before Signing

You should never sign a severance agreement without careful review and consideration, preferably with legal advice, because these agreements often…

September 24, 2025
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What employment practices are prohibited under Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) regarding disability discrimination?

Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) establishes a comprehensive framework prohibiting various forms of disability discrimination in employment, creating multiple…

September 22, 2025
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What is the best way to request accommodation for my disability at work?

First, employees should get a doctor’s evaluation first that confirms their disability.  The doctor will diagnose and document your medical…

September 19, 2025
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What are the reasonable accommodation requirements under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”)?

FEHA imposes comprehensive reasonable accommodation obligations on employers that are broader than federal requirements, creating an affirmative duty to accommodate…

September 17, 2025
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What constitutes a “disability” under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”)?

FEHA’s definition of disability is notably broader and more inclusive than federal disability laws, reflecting California's commitment to comprehensive protection…

September 15, 2025
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What is Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and how does it protect employees with disabilities?

The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), codified in Government Code sections 12900 et seq., stands as one of…

September 12, 2025
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I’m afraid to call a lawyer. Will my employer find out?

Your consultations with an attorney are strictly confidential and protected by attorney-client privilege, which means your employer will not find…

September 11, 2025
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My employer gave me a severance agreement. Should I sign it?

You should never sign a severance agreement without careful review and consideration, preferably with legal advice, because these agreements often…

September 4, 2025
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