Employment litigation

A hostile working environment often negatively affects an employee’s job performance and mental health. If an employer fails to respond promptly and effectively to this, it can be a major problem that needs addressing. California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act...

As a business owner, you typically want to give your employees raises. You hope that the company is doing well and that it can increase the earnings for everyone involved. Unfortunately, this is not always possible. For instance, there could be an economic recession...

The foundation of any successful employer-employee relationship is trust. This trust is generally built initially upon a clear understanding of expectations outlined in a legally binding employment contract. However, even in the most well-defined agreements,...

It is not illegal for coworkers to date. However, business owners may decide to ban office dating in their personal conduct policies. Employees should be informed of such a policy at the very beginning, so they can decide if they want to take the job and abide by it....

According to one 2018 report from Deloitte — a professional consulting firm — organizations that promote an inclusive employee culture had six times the agility and innovation of companies with a less inclusive workforce. To fully understand how that might affect your...

When an employee files a wrongful termination lawsuit against your company, it could open up your business to various risks. The consequences of being on the wrong side of the law can be dire, from financial penalties like back wages, damages and legal fees, to...

Ideally, an employment arrangement is mutually-beneficial. Both parties derive something of value from the agreement. The worker obtains a new job with the training, compensation and connections that come with that position. The employer benefits from someone's labor...

Employees are classified based on their job duties, expectations and responsibilities. For instance, part-time and full-time are some of the most common employee classifications. A part-time employee is someone who often has flexible work hours but is expected to work...

Despite doing your best to prevent discrimination in your company, an employee may feel unfairly treated in a particular situation. Accordingly, they may report the issue to you. How you handle their complaint is crucial; a single mistake can worsen the matter. Here...

Worker lawsuits are a risk for many California businesses. The more workers a company requires, the more opportunities there are to run afoul of employment laws. Employees sometimes sue businesses because they allege that they did not receive the wages they deserve in...