Employers have had a history of causing trouble for themselves regarding pregnancy discrimination. However, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reports that individuals who are undergoing infertility treatments may be protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, also known as ADA. Our employment lawyers in Orange County are aware that infertility treatments…
A recent study finds millennial women in the workforce tend to experience less gender disparity than their older counterparts, though it continues to be a top concern. What’s less clear, though, is what exactly should be done about the problem. The report by the Pew Research Center, released in December,…
Gender bias continues to be a problem in many sectors but the problem of gender bias is a significant issue in the technology industry. Our Los Angeles employment discrimination lawyers know that discrimination permeates many fields, particularly the tech industry. In 2012, women held more than 57 percent of occupations…
Religious discrimination is pervasive in much of the United States. Jews, Muslims, Christians and others face oppression based on their beliefs and culture. Our Costa Mesa employment lawyers know that nonbelievers also suffer for being out of the mainstream. Discrimination against atheists occurs in the United States with some regularity.…
As the court system makes various rulings with regard to workplace discrimination potential plaintiffs and their lawyers are forced to adjust the way they approach cases. In 2011, the United States Supreme Court made it more difficult for plaintiffs to bring successful class-action workplace discrimination lawsuits. However, there are other…
A senior sales manager who once worked for Oracle Corporation is filing a wrongful termination lawsuit A consultation with an experienced Costa Mesa wrongful termination lawyer can help you decide if your employer has retaliated against you or terminated you in violation of California or federal law. A former sales…
Recent studies point out the egregious way in which restaurant workers are treated in many cases. A consultation with an experienced Costa Mesa employment lawyer can help any worker decide if their employment rights have been violated. As activists for the rights of restaurant workers take a more serious look…
Its possible that refusal to allow a shift change is an adverse employment action for purposes of an employees retaliation claim. A consultation with an experienced Costa Mesa employment lawyer can help you decide if your employer has retaliated against you in some way. In a recent decision by the…
A Federal Law known as the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act protects the civilian job benefits and rights of members of Reserve components and veterans. A consultation with an experienced Costa Mesa employment lawyer can help you determine if you have a case for employment discrimination based on…
As workers in California experience many changes, one such positive change is an increase in the minimum wage. By this summer the minimum wage in California will increase by one dollar. Our employment lawyers in Orange County are aware that many individuals are struggling to make ends meet when their…