As a business owner, all sorts of employment-related hassles might arise. For example, you could have difficulty finding qualified applicants or you might be facing problems related to harassment in the workplace. However, some issues can be especially difficult to...
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When did you last update your business’s employee manual?
Every business should have a manual that outlines employee policies and workplace rules. This manual can prevent workplace misconduct and give employees the tools to report problems. Many businesses will create an employee handbook but then forget to update it. With...
When false allegations arise in the workplace
Whether you are responsible for running a major corporation or a smaller business, allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment can be incredibly tough for your company and may have a significant impact on its future. Handling these accusations properly is...
Consequences that come with sexual harassment
Sexual harassment is a topic has seen increased attention recently, but the consequences of this problem are very real for those affected. Our California law office knows that unlawful harassment can not only shatter the lives of victims, but also the companies they...
How common is sex-based harassment?
Workers decide to take legal action for various reasons, whether they believe they were discriminated against or have not been paid appropriately. However, sex-based harassment allegations can be especially challenging for employees and the companies they work for. As...
Preventing workplace discrimination
Business owners may encounter a myriad of difficulties, from legal action involving a competitor to making the decision to shut down. However, those which involve employment law can be especially stressful. For example, an employee may accuse someone of discrimination...
Uber under fire for alleged gender and race discrimination
Uber Technologies Inc. has been accused by three engineers of violating California’s Equal Pay Act. The engineers, all of whom are female and Latina, have sued the rideshare company, alleging that it pays women and people of color less than their colleagues. Further,...
Preventing sexual harassment in the workplace
If you run a business, you might come across a wide variety of challenges. Whether your company is large or you operate a smaller business, you could run into hurdles with competitors, staff members, clients, and even customers. In recent days, a considerable amount...
Understanding options regarding non-compete agreements
Employers typically have new hires execute contracts and critical documents right away to ensure the company gets protected under law. Modern contracts often include special policies on social media. For example, your contract could limit employees' abilities to speak...
Is a former employee claiming you discriminated due to age?
Ending someone's time working for your company can be tense. Many times, companies take careful steps to ensure it gets handled carefully, including having security escort the former employee out of the building. Most recently terminated employees are eager to collect...

