If you were fired after reporting a work injury in California, there is a real possibility what happened to you was illegal retaliation. This scenario shows up over and over again. An employee gets hurt on the job, reports the injury as the law requires, and suddenly...
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Unlock a wealth of knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of California’s employment law landscape. Our blog is a treasure trove of insightful posts authored by Matt Ruggles, exploring the latest trends, legal updates, and practical advice.
Fired After Being Injured on the Job in California: A $500,000 Case Study
Fired after being injured on the job is something no California employee expects to happen, but it happens every day. You get hurt doing your job. You report the injury. You need medical treatment or time off to recover. And instead of support, things change. The...
Can My Employer Change My Commission After the Sale in California?
You closed the deal. The customer signed. The revenue hit the books. Then your employer changed your commission after the sale and acted as if that was perfectly normal. Maybe they said the deal was “too big,” maybe they suddenly discovered “discretion” in the plan,...
Severance Agreements
Negotiation strategies, release terms, compensation, equity, RSUs, and executive severance packages.
View Articles 02Disability & Medical Leave
Reasonable accommodations, medical leave, the interactive process, and disability discrimination.
View Articles 03Workplace Harassment
Hostile work environments, sexual harassment, abusive conduct, reporting misconduct, and employer responsibility.
View Articles 04Wrongful Termination
Illegal firing, employer pretext, protected workplace activity, and California employee rights.
View Articles 05Workplace Discrimination
Age, race, sex, pregnancy, religion, and other protected characteristics under California law.
View Articles 06Workplace Retaliation
Retaliation after reporting misconduct, requesting leave, or exercising protected workplace rights.
View Articles 07Unpaid Wages & Commissions
Unpaid commissions, chargebacks, bonuses, overtime, and compensation disputes.
View Articles 08Sexual Harassment
Prohibited conduct, hostile work environments, reporting options, and potential employer liability.
View Articles 09All Employment Law Articles
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