When Workplace Harassment Follows You Home

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Introduction: The Workplace Doesn’t Always Have Four Walls Anymore Workplace harassment doesn’t always stop when an employee logs off. Offensive messages can follow employees from offices or coworking spaces into their homes, raising a question: If harassment happens through a screen, does it still count? Courts recognize that conduct outside the office can contribute to […]

Can a Rounding Policy That Looks Fair Still Shortchange Your Pay in California?

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When "Even" Rounding Isn’t Even: What California Workers Should Know Key Takeaways: Yes, a rounding policy that looks fair can still shortchange your pay in California if, over time, it mostly favors the employer. Under the See’s Candy standard, rounding is generally allowed only if the policy is neutral on paper and in how it […]