October 20, 2024
I Just Got Fired: What Should I Do Right Away
Introduction: I Just Got Fired: Guidance for California Employees Immediately After Termination. Getting fired from a job is a traumatic event for any employee. Most of the time, it is…
Workplace Discrimination
Addresses unlawful treatment of employees based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, and more under California law.
October 16, 2024
After a Difficult Meeting With HR: Advice for Employees
As discussed in Matt’s two prior blogs advising employees what to do to prepare for a meeting with HR and what to do during a meeting with HR, what an…
October 13, 2024
Meeting with Human Resources: Tips for Employee Success
Most employees do not relish the opportunity to meet with Human Resources to discuss problems. Instead, most meetings between an employee and HR are initiated by HR to address an…
October 9, 2024
Preparing to Meet with Human Resources: Practical Advice
The Dreaded Meeting with Human Resources: How Employees Should Prepare for the Meeting In this blog post, Matt Ruggles explains what an employee should do and what an employee should…
October 4, 2024
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: A Guide for Pregnant Employees
In 2023, the U.S. Congress enacted the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), ushering in a new era of protections for pregnant employees. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission‘s (EEOC) regulations interpreting…
September 23, 2024
Employment Lawsuit Deposition: A Guide for Employees
Introduction A deposition is an integral part of almost all lawsuits, but is particularly important in employment lawsuits alleging claims for harassment, discrimination, retaliation or wrongful termination of employment. For…
August 9, 2024
Fair Employment and Housing Act: How it Protects California Employees
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…
August 1, 2024
Can My Lawyer Tell Me What My Lawsuit is Worth?
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…
July 19, 2023
California Employment Discrimination: Deadlines to File a Lawsuit
Have you been the victim of California employment discrimination? If you believe that your employment rights have been violated, it’s important not to wait to file a lawsuit. There are…