Sexual harassment is unacceptable in any area of life and the workplace is no exception. Sadly, there are many individuals in workplaces in California and throughout the United States who do not respect the rights of their colleagues. Whether you are the target of harassment or you notice it being directed at someone else, it […]
read moreSexual harassment is one of the most insidious forms of workplace discrimination. It runs the gamut from the sleazy boss’ quid pro quo to the naive IT guy’s joke. It happens to both men and women. It costs money and squashes creativity. Everyone agrees it is bad, but many cannot agree on what it is. […]
read moreSexual harassment in California is a touchy subject that, unfortunately, often remains unaddressed. In the workplace, many men and women experience some sort of inappropriate gestures or remarks that leave them feeling violated and even emotionally traumatized. If left unresolved, such incidents can result in hostile working environments, unfair demotions, and prolonged emotional stress. Laws […]
read moreEmployees of any age, race, sex, gender identity, religious beliefs, and physical or mental disability, under law, should receive fair and balanced treatment in all regards. However, discrimination in the workplace occurs all over the country, including in California. Many argue that employment discrimination is the driving force behind inequality in the labor market. State […]
read moreAs a worker in California, you may look at losing your job as a devastating event that you have no recourse to prevent if the company claims you violated your employment contract. However, if the company does not follow its own procedures, you could have legal recourse. We at The Kaufman Law Firm often counsel […]
read moreCalifornia businesses will need to begin complying with new state regulations that help to protect transgender and non-gender-conforming employees in the workplace. July 1 marks the beginning of new regulations from the Department of Fair Employment & Housing taking effect. According to a press release from DFEH, transgender employees must be able to use the […]
read moreWage & hour laws in California relate to a number of different topics, from overtime pay to how many hours can be worked in a given pay period. Wage & hour laws also include language regarding mandatory breaks for nursing mothers, which must be afforded by employers to ensure they remain compliant with the law. […]
read moreIn most cases, if you quit your job in California, it is considered a willful move on your part, and you have no grounds to claim you were wrongfully terminated. However, the American Bar Association notes there are some situations where you can quit your job and still have grounds for wrongful termination. The grounds […]
read moreWhen people think about the subject of sexual harassment, they often picture women being harassed by men. While sexual harassment toward women is more common, men can also be the object of harassment in the workplace. An increasing number of women are accepting positions in high corporate management, giving them power over many employees and […]
read moreSadly, employees who work in all sorts of fields continue to face discrimination on a regular basis. Sometimes, they are unlawfully discriminated against based on their age, gender or race. However, there are other forms of discrimination that may not always receive as much attention, such as national origin discrimination. In Los Angeles, and all […]
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.