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Workplace Harassment Ruling: Introduction to Bailey v. San Francisco DA Case A landmark case involving the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office has brought significant attention to issues of racial harassment and retaliation under the California Fair Employment...
The purpose of this blog post is to demonstrate effective severance agreement negotiation. Read the case study below to learn more. Background: Anika Patel, a seasoned software engineer, worked for a prominent tech company in San Jose, California, for over a decade....
How the FEHA Protects California Employees The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is a landmark California state law providing comprehensive protections for certain employees against employment discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Enforced by the...
Can My Lawyer Tell Me What My Lawsuit is Worth? When you file an employment lawsuit for wrongful termination in California, it’s natural to wonder how much you might recover in damages either through a settlement or at trial. However, your employment lawyer cannot...
Introduction One of the most complicated and misunderstood concepts in California disability discrimination law arises from the intersection of the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and California’s Workers’ Compensation law. Both laws generally cover...
An employee who makes a disability discrimination claim while still employed holds a position of significant strength and protection. By raising the complaint while remaining with the company, the employee safeguards themselves against unjust termination and invokes...
Have you been the victim of California wage theft because your employer failed to properly compensate you for your hours worked, denied you overtime pay, or violated minimum wage laws? Learn about your resources and how the Ruggles Law Firm can assist. This guide...
It is important to differentiate between ordinary workplace disagreements and situations that qualify as illegal workplace harassment under California law. Here are some instances that generally do not qualify as illegal workplace harassment: Isolated Incidents:...
California Workplace harassment is an unfortunate reality that affects employees across industries, undermining their well-being, productivity, and career growth. Matt Ruggles has litigated scores of harassment lawsuits from both sides – for decades as a defense...
How should I respond to workplace harassment? Read this blog to learn what to do. An employee who makes a workplace harassment claim while still employed holds a position of significant strength and protection. By raising the complaint while remaining with the...
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