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Arbitration is a private legal process where disputes between employees and employers are resolved by a neutral third party, rather than through a public court trial. Many employers include arbitration agreements in their employment contracts, which forces employees...
If your employer terminates you immediately after you have exhausted leave including your 12 weeks of Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or California Family Rights Act (CFRA) leave, it raises a significant red flag for potential wrongful termination in the form of...
If you’ve been fired, mistreated, or forced out of your job, calling an employment lawyer might feel like the natural next step. After being fired, many people honestly believe that have been “wrongfully terminated” because they have done nothing wrong, complied with...
Losing your job is stressful, and if your employer offers you a severance agreement, you may feel pressured to sign it quickly. But before you do, it’s important to understand the top 10 things to watch out for in severance agreements. What Is a Severance Agreement? A...
Understanding when an employer can be held liable for sexual harassment is critical for employees seeking justice. In cases involving sexual misconduct in a workplace or educational setting, proving employer responsibility requires meeting specific legal standards. A...
Many California employees are required to sign arbitration agreements as a condition of employment, often without fully understanding what arbitration means. Arbitration is a private legal process where disputes are resolved outside of court by a neutral third party,...
The Role of a Demand Letter in Executive Severance Offer Negotiations Read this blog to learn what demand letter tactics are effective to boost executive severance pay. For highly compensated executives across industries—including finance, legal, technology,...
Workplace investigations can have serious consequences for employees, especially when they result in wrongful termination and defamation (damage to an employee’s professional reputation.) The case of Hearn v. Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) highlights the legal...
Most regular people get lost very quickly when confronted with legal terminology, making it very difficult to understand what is going on in a lawsuit. To help you better understand your rights and the process under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), here’s a...
Leaving a job can be a challenging and emotionally charged experience, whether you decide to quit or you get fired. Beyond the personal and professional implications, ensuring you receive all of your earned wages owed at termination is critical to protecting yourself...
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