Does California Law Legally Define Toxic Work Environments? In the workplace, actions and words might feel unfair, but that doesn’t necessarily make them illegal. However, certain actions may rise to the level of unlawful behavior in the workplace. So, what is a hostile work environment? And does the state of California legally recognize hostile work […]

What Are Some Common Examples of Sexual Harassment Under California Law? California has strict laws and dire consequences for sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is commonly defined as any behavior, action, etc., of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, offensive, fearful workplace environment. Additionally, in California, this doesn’t have to be a long-term situation, and

What is Whistleblower Retaliation and How Can I Identify It? Whistleblower retaliation refers to any adverse action taken by an employer against an employee who has reported illegal or unsafe practices within the organization. Adverse action can include events like termination, demotion, harassment, or any other form of discrimination that negatively impacts the employee’s job

The Increasing Problem of Whistleblower Retaliation We all know the familiar phrase, “If you see something, say something.” It’s a simple rule that reminds us to speak out when we see something that just doesn’t seem right. Unfortunately, doing so seems to be a hazardous decision in the “Big Tech” world. So, what legal protections

Under Disability Law, Knowledge Truly Is Power California is typically seen as a leader in the country when it comes to protecting individual rights. We’ve led the way on many issues, and both the federal and state governments have crafted workplace discrimination laws based on our statutes. Still, it’s important for employees to understand how

Whistleblower Protections: An Unfortunate Necessity We’ve increasingly seen stories about whistleblowers in the news lately. In many instances, these individuals are hailed as heroes who had the courage to speak out. However, the reality is that most similar cases never end up on the nightly news. In fact, many individuals who “blow the whistle” end

The Growth of Remote Work Has Changed Accommodations Over the past few years, the availability of remote work has increased exponentially. More people are beginning their own freelancing careers from home, and employers are increasingly allowing workers to perform their jobs at home. However, this trend raises questions regarding individuals with disabilities — along with

What is a Reasonable Accommodation in Terms of Employment? According to the ADA National Network, a reasonable accommodation in terms of employment is “any modification or adjustment to a job or the work environment that will enable an applicant or employee with a disability to participate in the application process or to perform essential job