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Gender And The Issue Of Workplace Discrimination | The Kaufman Law Firm

Denis ZilberbergJuly 17, 2017

Employees 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 […]

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Employee Wins Wrongful Termination Action Over Misconduct Claims

Denis ZilberbergJuly 10, 2017

As 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 […]

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New And Proposed Laws To End Transgender Discrimination

Denis ZilberbergJune 30, 2017

California 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 […]

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Do Nursing Mothers Get Mandatory Breaks?

Denis ZilberbergJune 22, 2017

Wage & 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. […]

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Can Quitting A Job Still Be Considered Wrongful Termination?

Denis ZilberbergJune 7, 2017

In 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 […]

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Men Are Objects Of Sexual Harassment Too

Denis ZilberbergMay 26, 2017

When 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 […]

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A Look At National Origin Discrimination

Denis ZilberbergMay 5, 2017

Sadly, 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 […]

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Is Your Employer Discriminating Against You Due To A Disability?

Denis ZilberbergMay 4, 2017

Living with a disability is difficult. Basic tasks like dressing or commuting to work can be much harder. That doesn’t mean that you are any less qualified for your job than non-disabled co-workers. All too often, however, employers choose to discriminate against workers who have disabilities. This discrimination can take many forms. In some cases, […]

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Workplace Breaks Explained

Denis ZilberbergMay 4, 2017

If you are an employee in California, it can be difficult to know what the law says about when and how often you can take breaks from work. Some employers may give you exact guidelines, but others may not. No matter how much information you are given from your boss, it can be a good […]

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Can I Be Fired For Refusing A Drug Test?

Denis ZilberbergApril 27, 2017

If your employer at a private company in California tells you that you must take a drug test, you may wonder if state law allows it. Unfortunately, the answer to that is not necessarily simple. According to the State of California’s Employment Development Department, there are instances where you could be terminated because of your […]

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Your 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.

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