In California’s workplaces, employees often witness conduct that violates laws, regulations, or creates unsafe conditions. When faced with these situations, many workers wonder whether they can safely report wrongdoing without facing retaliation from their employer. The answer is a resounding yes. California has some of the strongest whistleblower protection laws in the nation, specifically designed […]
read moreCalifornia’s workplace protections extend far beyond basic employment rights, encompassing robust safeguards for employees who courageously speak up about illegal activities in their workplace. At the heart of these protections lies Labor Code Section 1102.5, commonly known as California’s Whistleblower Act, which serves as a critical shield for workers who risk their careers to expose […]
read moreCalifornia has established some of the most comprehensive whistleblower protection laws in the United States, creating a robust legal framework designed to encourage employees to report illegal activities without fear of workplace retaliation. Understanding these protections is essential for any worker who witnesses wrongdoing in their workplace. This guide will help you understand your rights […]
read moreEserick “TJ” Watkins is not a doctor, but he is one of the seven non-physician members actively serving on the 15-member panel comprising the California Medical Board. Since being appointed in 2019, he has been observing the board from the inside. Now, he is speaking out, blowing the whistle on the board’s accountability issues. Change […]
read moreThe workplace can feel like a warm cozy cabin in the woods or a volatile landscape of land mines and drones. Okay, maybe that’s hyperbole, but workplaces can create challenging dilemmas that often feel like a war zone in your head. You know what is right, but should you risk everything you have accomplished to […]
read moreGrowing up, we all heard that no one likes a tattletale. Typically, a tattletale told the adult in the room everything that some kid was doing. The kid may have been doing some naughty things, but mostly the adult just got tired of hearing this kid give them the play-by-play of someone’s behavior. The lesson […]
read moreYour job is your identity. Your job makes you proud and fills yours with satisfaction. You take great joy in doing your job right and finding ways to improve efficiency is your specialty. You have a team and your boss has been admiring your work; praising you for your accomplishments and asking you to dinners […]
read moreSometimes things go wrong at work. Guidelines are disregarded, violations transpire, and workers’ concerns are ignored. Wanting to do the right thing, you speak up and report the problems to management, but it doesn’t go well. Your boss starts passing you over for promotions, co-workers start finding reasons to avoid you, and your manager gives […]
read moreIf you’re determined to blow the whistle to expose wrongdoing in the workplace or have already become a whistleblower, make sure you know your rights as a whistleblower to prevent retaliation and wrongful termination. If you happen to live in California or anywhere in Southern California, do know that you apply to California whistleblower protection […]
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.