Does Sexual Harassment Need to Be Repeated to Be Illegal in California?

Many Los Angeles employees assume sexual harassment must happen multiple times before crossing a legal line. That assumption is wrong. Under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), a single incident can support a legal claim if sufficiently severe. California courts apply a "severe or pervasive" standard, notice the word "or." Harassment need not be […]

Can a 1099 Label Override Employee Status in California?

No. A 1099 label does not override employee status in California. Under California law, how you actually perform your work matters far more than what your employer writes on a tax form. If your employer controls your schedule, dictates how you do your job, and integrates you into their core business operations, you may legally […]