Compensation for wages
Employers in California are required to pay their employees the necessary amount and type of compensation. This includes compensation for regular or straight-time wages, overtime pay, commissions, or piece-rate work. They must also properly classify their workers as exempt or nonexempt. Meal and rest breaks depending on the number of hours worked are often required
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Employers must be held accountable
If you have been the victim of sexual harassment or discrimination in the workplace, Potter Handy, LLP has the knowledge and experience to represent you. Sexual harassment is neither acceptable or justifiable, and harassers and their employers must be held accountable. Our attorneys can provide the necessary protection for our clients, all of whom are
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Workplace racial discrimination
Employers are prohibited from discriminating against any person or prospective employee on the grounds of race, color, or ethnicity. California state employment laws prohibit racial and ethnic discrimination and hold employers liable if they engage in such discrimination. Our experienced employment lawyers at Potter Handy, LLP represent victims of racial and ethnic discrimination throughout California.
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Disability Discrimination Attorneys California
Employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees because of physical or mental disabilities under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Disabilities can range from minor injuries that can heal on their own to long-term disabilities that will require lifelong medical attention and care. We diligently review
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California unfair firing
An unfair firing occurs when an individual is fired because of a protected class, group, or characteristic, such as age, gender, disability, race, religion, or whistleblower status, among others. When a firing breaks state law or goes against existing public policy, the termination is wrongful, and the employee has the right to sue. An employee
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California Sexual Harassment Attorneys
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act. Briefly, sexual harassment refers to both unwelcome sexual advances, or other visual, verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature and actions that create an intimidating,
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Age Discrimination Attorneys in California
It is unlawful in California for an employer to harass or discriminate against employees who are of 40 years of age or older. Age discrimination occurs when an employee or job applicant over the age of 40 receives less favorable treatment due to their age. In many cases, the law prohibits employers in California from
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The Law Guarantees You The Right To Fair Wages
All claims for wage and hour or overtime are covered by the California Labor Code or the California Industrial Wage Commission Wage Orders. While these standards change, one thing is clear – the law is there to protect employees from unscrupulous employers. Whether it’s failing to pay you all your wages, to not being provided
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Disability Discrimination Attorneys in California
No one chooses to have a disability, but disabilities are part of life for many. These disabilities can sometimes have a negative impact on a person’s job. In those cases, knowing which actions constitute unlawful discrimination against disability is important. Disability discrimination happens when an employer treats a qualified employee or applicant unfavorably because they
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Representing Employees Who Have Had Their Rights Violated in the Workplace
It is often difficult to know what your rights are in the workplace. In fact, you may not even realize that your rights are being violated because you are unaware of the laws that protect you. California has the strongest laws in the country when it comes to protecting employees. The attorneys at Potter Handy,
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