Can Nepotism Lead to a Discrimination Claim in California?
Nepotism in the workplace is not automatically illegal under California or federal law. However, when a supervisor consistently promotes, hires, or rewards family members over equally or more qualified employees who belong to a protected class, that favoritism can cross into unlawful employment discrimination. If you work in California and suspect that a manager’s pattern […]
What Is Double Time Under California Overtime Law for LA, SF, and CA Workers?
Understanding Double Time Pay in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Across California: Your Rights Under California Overtime Law Key Takeaways: Under California overtime law, non-exempt employees must be paid double time, twice their regular rate, for hours beyond 12 in a single workday. California’s daily overtime triggers exceed federal law, which only requires time and […]
Can I Sue a Coworker for Sexual Harassment in Los Angeles?
Do I Have the Right to Sue a Coworker for Sexual Harassment? Yes, you can sue a coworker for sexual harassment in Los Angeles. Under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), a coworker who commits sexual harassment can be held personally liable for their conduct. If a colleague has subjected you to unwelcome sexual […]
Can a Supervisor Be Personally Liable for Sexual Harassment in California?
Yes. Under California law, a supervisor who sexually harasses an employee can be held personally liable for that conduct. If your boss subjected you to unwelcome sexual advances, inappropriate comments, or other harassing behavior, you may name that individual as a defendant in a sexual harassment lawsuit, separate from any claim against your employer. California’s […]
Can a Single Incident Count as Sexual Harassment in California?
Many Los Angeles workers assume sexual harassment requires repeated behavior before the law offers protection. That assumption is wrong. Under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), a single severe act, such as a physical assault, explicit threat, or egregious verbal act, can legally constitute sexual harassment. California law defines sexual harassment as conduct that […]
Does the ABC Test Make a California Gig Worker an Employee?
How California Decides Whether You Are Truly a Contractor Key Takeaways: The ABC test often makes California gig workers employees because the law presumes employee status unless the hiring company proves otherwise. Codified in California Labor Code § 2775, the ABC test requires businesses to satisfy all three prongs, freedom from control, work outside the […]
Seeking Accountability: $3.5 Million Settlement Reached in Wrongful Death Case Against Rehab Center
Families place an immense amount of trust in inpatient addiction treatment facilities. When a loved one enters a center for help, there is a fundamental expectation of safety and professional oversight during their most vulnerable moments. Sadly, many facilities fail to honor this profound responsibility. The Case in Brief Our client placed her loved one […]
Can LA Employees Sue for Two Hours of Break Premium Pay Per Day?
Los Angeles Meal and Rest Break Premium Pay: What Workers Need to Know Key Takeaways: Los Angeles non-exempt employees can recover up to two hours of premium pay in a single workday when both a meal period and a rest period are denied. Under California Labor Code § 512, most eight-hour shifts require a 30-minute […]
Key Differences Between Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Lawsuits
When someone is hurt or killed because of another’s negligence, the path to justice depends on the type of legal claim filed. The main difference between a wrongful death and a personal injury lawsuit lies in who files the case and what losses are being recovered. In a personal injury claim, the injured party seeks […]
