Although 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 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 moreIf you are wondering whether you have a viable employment case, you are asking the right question, but it is not one with a simple answer. Every case depends on specific facts, timing, evidence, and a dozen other variables that can make or break your claim. That said, understanding what employment attorneys look for can […]
read moreFair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) establishes comprehensive prohibitions against disability-based harassment that create both direct liability for harassment and affirmative obligations for employers to prevent and remedy such conduct. Government Code Section 12940(j)(1) makes it unlawful for employers or any other person to harass employees or applicants because of their medical condition, physical disability, or mental disability, recognizing […]
read moreDoes Your Immigration Status Affect Your Workplace Rights Under California Law? Your immigration status does not strip you of fundamental workplace protections under California law. California has made a deliberate policy choice to extend most employment protections to all workers regardless of their immigration status. The state’s antidiscrimination laws, including the Fair Employment and Housing […]
read moreWorkers with disabilities have various rights provided to them under both federal and state laws. Unfortunately, there are times when employers violate the rights of employees with disabilities. At The Kaufman Law Firm, our skilled Los Angeles workplace discrimination attorneys have extensive experience helping clients who have been treated unfairly by their employers. Here, we […]
read moreThere is nothing better than landing the job of your dreams. There is just something about finding a position that allows you to work on your strong skills while honing your weaker characteristics. As a fellow go-getter, finding a job that really gets your mental groove going is so satisfying. But as we all know, […]
read moreIt is no secret that employers in California have access to a wide range of personal information of their employees and job applicants. But how far can an employer go without crossing legal boundaries? Can employers inquire about their prospective employees’ medical records? Our Los Angeles discrimination attorney from The Kaufman Law Firm is going […]
read moreWe need to take a minute to talk about a lawsuit filed in the Superior Court of Los Angeles County against Vivint Smart Home. The complaints were filed on behalf of four former employees and alleged incidents of “workplace racial harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and racial discrimination.” One plaintiff, in particular, brings some complaints that […]
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 California 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.