California already has existing laws to protect employees against discriminatory acts based on the range of characteristics they represent. These include common classifications, like gender, religion and race, and more specific ones, such as disability, medical...
The gig economy surged in popularity in recent years thanks to the popularity of app-based services such as Uber and Lyft. But many gig workers for these app services over the years have raised concerns that their classification as independent contractors left them...
California is a state that can be challenging for employers and their HR teams to navigate. Of the many rules and laws companies must follow, the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) understandably confuses many businesses. With federal and state rules to...
California and federal laws protect you from discrimination during the hiring period. Unfortunately, that means you have a remedy if you’re passed over for a job based on pregnancy alone. It can be tough to prove, so many women try to keep that information to...