Employee Rights

Allred, Maroko & Goldberg represents employees across California who face retaliation after speaking up about unsafe working conditions. Reporting safety concerns is a legally protected activity under California law and federal law. When an employer responds with...

Employees often fear that standing up for their rights could lead to punishment from their employer. At Allred, Maroko & Goldberg Law, we want every worker to know that federal law offers powerful protections against employer retaliation. Whether you belong to a...

For many California employees, deciding to quit your job is a deeply personal decision, often made after weighing financial stability, working conditions, and long-term career goals. But what happens when a California employer tries to make you pay to quit—requiring...

As remote work environments become increasingly commonplace, it has become more challenging for employers to strike a balance between effective business oversight and respect for personal privacy. The California Chamber of Commerce reported that, before the pandemic,...

As conversations around inclusion continue to evolve, neurodiversity in the workplace has become an increasingly important part of the broader movement toward equality and accessibility. The term “neurodiversity” recognizes that individuals with disabilities, such as...

The loss of a loved one is one of life’s most difficult experiences. Unfortunately, many employees find themselves forced to balance grief with work obligations—often without knowing their rights under California law. In 2022, the California...

The short answer is yes, in certain situations, your boss has the right to track your location. In fact, if you are a lone worker or work in hazardous conditions, location tracking can be a great way to provide protection while you are on the job. However, with most...

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming every industry, hiring is no exception. From resume screening to video interview analysis, AI tools and automated decision systems are now central to how many companies evaluate job applicants. But what...

Reporting illegal activity at work should not cost you your job. California law provides strong protections for employees who expose wrongdoing. However, many workers still face retaliation. Retaliation happens so often that California strengthened its whistleblower...