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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...
You’ve built your career, worked long hours, and it’s time for the next step. Now, you’re ready for a fresh start or a new challenge. Then you notice a clause in your employment contract threatens to hold you back. It’s called a non-compete, and just seeing that...
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...
Non-compete agreements, or non-compete clauses, have long been used by employers as a means to protect trade secrets and business interests. However, in California, these agreements are subject to strict limitations. When it comes to non-compete agreements, the state...
At first, you may wonder, “Did that really just happen?” Then, as a pattern emerges, you realize you are being subtly targeted by microaggressions. The term "microaggressions" may suggest that they are small, but when they become part of your everyday work life, they...
In 1993, Congress passed the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to provide employees with certainty when they need leave from work for family or medical reasons. The FMLA gives employees the right to job protection during periods of family or medical leave. However,...
