While on the job hunt, one of the most critical pieces of information that many prospective employers ask for is a list of references. For many people, obtaining those references is not a big deal. However, if you have lost your job or left on less-than-ideal terms, you may have some qualms about providing these […]

What Is Religious Discrimination? The United States was founded on several important principles and ideals that, while not perfect, strive for equality. One of the earliest and most important of those ideals is the concept of “freedom of religion.” Rather than a uniform, state-sponsored religion, the government cannot force any person to practice (or not

What Happens at a California Unemployment Hearing? Unemployment insurance exists to protect workers who lost their jobs, or had their hours reduced, through no fault of your own. In theory, if you were laid off, had your schedule reduced or are otherwise out of work, you are eligible for unemployment. Unfortunately, unemployment claims are often

The first known case of COVID-19 in the United States was diagnosed in January 2020. By March, the novel coronavirus had spread rapidly throughout several states and Governor Newsom issued a stay-at-home order for all of California. In response to this order, millions of Californians were quickly shifted to remote work from home. Some companies have announced

We all need to take time off of work sometimes, whether it is for a vacation, a funeral, or to take care of a family member who is ill. In California, certain types of time off are considered protected leaves of absence. This means that for most employees in California, the law protects your right

How Do I Know If I Was a Victim of Workplace Racial Discrimination? It can often be difficult to tell when you are being discriminated against, even if you firmly believe that you are being treated unfairly at work. Most employers, managers, and supervisors don’t come right out and say why they are treating you

California Votes Yes on Prop 22: What This Means for Gig Workers This week, Americans voted in what has been described as the most important election in modern history, deciding whether Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump should lead our nation for the next 4 years. But beyond the presidential election, there were

What Steps Can I Take If I Think I’m Experiencing Racial Discrimination At Work In 2020? In 2020, the topic of racial inequality has been front and center in American news and politics. While the unrest has largely been about racism in law enforcement, its also shed light on racism in our society as a

You have probably heard the term “whistleblower” as is often used in news stories to describe someone who reported illegal or unethical behavior within a public or private organization. One of the most famous whistleblowers was known as “Deep Throat,” or former FBI Associate Director W. Mark Felt, who provided information to reporters on President Nixon’s connection to the break