Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How To Recognize Signs Of Pregnancy Discrimination In California
Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is more common than most people think. This form of discrimination occurs when a woman — either an employee or job applicant — is treated unfavorably because of: Pregnancy Childbirth Breastfeeding or another pregnancy-related medical condition A woman may be a victim of pregnancy discrimination when an employer takes… Read More »
Can You Sue Your Employer If You Are Harassed When Working From Home?
The number of people working from home remains steadily on the rise more than a year after the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in 2020. A report by Upwork projects that by 2025, more than 36 million Americans would be working remotely. That’s one in four Americans. In 2021, however, working from home is still a… Read More »
California Nullifies Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) In Discrimination And Harassment Cases
In October 2021, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law the Silenced No More Act, a law nullifying non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) in discrimination and harassment cases. When the law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2022, California workers who have been victims of workplace discrimination or harassment can speak up about their abuse despite… Read More »
Can You Request A Religious Exemption To Your Employer’s Vaccine Mandate?
As an increasing number of employers in California and across the country are ordering their employees to get vaccinated against COVID-19 to re-enter the workplace or remain employed, many workers are pushing back. And perhaps the most common and well-known ways in which employees can attempt to continue working without having to getting a… Read More »
How Long Do You Have To Sue For Sexual Harassment In California?
Many victims of sexual harassment do not understand the time limits set forth by California state law when it comes to filing a lawsuit. If you have been harassed in the workplace, you might wonder, “How much time do I have to file a sexual harassment lawsuit?” The simple answer is three years. More… Read More »
How Many Days In A Row Can California Employees Work?
Under California’s labor law, all employees are entitled to at least one rest day a week. California Labor Code § 551 states that every employee should have no less than one rest day out of every seven days. Additionally, California Labor Code § 552 reads that employers are prohibited from requiring employees to work… Read More »
What Exactly Is Reasonable Accommodation For A Disability?
Under federal and California state law, employers are legally required to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified workers with disabilities, unless doing so would cause undue hardship to the employer. The purpose of those accommodations is to enable workers with disabilities to enjoy equal employment opportunities. If you are an employee with a disability in… Read More »
Can You File An Anonymous Sexual Harassment Claim In California?
Sexual harassment is prevalent across a range of industries in California. Sexual harassment is a serious problem in the modern world, which is why employees who become victims of or witnesses to sexually harassing behavior at work are encouraged to complain. However, many employees are reluctant to file a sexual harassment claim out of… Read More »
Can You Refuse To Do Dangerous Work In California?
California has its own Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) that protects workers from dangerous working conditions. However, many California employees are not aware of their rights under the state’s OSHA, including when they can and cannot refuse to do dangerous work. In comparison to the federal OSHA, Cal/OSHA provides greater protections to employees… Read More »
Can Your California Employer Deny Your Vacation Request?
More than 73 percent of private industry workers are provided with paid vacation days. While your employer may provide employees with paid vacation, you may wonder, “Can my employer deny my vacation request?” If you are worried that your employer may deny (or has denied) your vacation request for a discriminatory reason, contact an… Read More »
