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California Gig Workers Struggle to Earn a Living Wage, Study Says
For years, delivery workers and rideshare drivers have been trying to navigate the complex laws of California’s gig economy. Over 1.4 million people across the state are gig workers for app-based companies…
Insurance Company Workers Fired for Off-the-Record Time Off Get $80 Million
In a recent case, three former Zurich American Insurance Company employees in Northern California were awarded more than $80 million in damages after being wrongfully terminated for taking “off-the-record” paid time off….
Microsoft Agrees to $14.4 Million Settlement for Discriminating Against Workers Who Took Medical Leave
Taking time off work to care for a newborn, recover from a health condition or support an ill family member is often not just a choice but a necessity. These moments in…
Former Cook at Secretive Club in San Francisco Alleges Wage Theft and Break Violations
Labor disputes can occur at any workplace in California, but those involving high-profile organizations often draw more attention. San Francisco’s exclusive Bohemian Club is again under scrutiny for employment violations. The secretive,…
Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream Delivery Drivers Sue Over Unpaid Wages and Denied Breaks
California labor laws are designed to protect employees’ rights to fair pay and proper breaks across all workplaces. However, many workers still find themselves in difficult situations where their rights are overlooked…
Black Worker Wins $10 Million in Stanford Health Care Racial Harassment Case
Workplaces should be places of professionalism and mutual respect. Yet, for some workers, they become environments where discrimination and harassment thrive unchecked. For one health care worker at Stanford Health Care, her…
What Workers Can Learn from the BlackBerry Harassment and Wrongful Termination Lawsuit
Standing up to unlawful treatment can feel like an uphill battle for many workers, particularly when faced with powerful employers. A recent lawsuit against BlackBerry Ltd. underscores the challenges employees may encounter…
Caught Between Policy and Safety: Former Home Depot Employee Sues for Age Discrimination
Navigating the complexities of workplace dynamics and company policies can be daunting, especially for older employees who may face age-related biases. A 72-year-old cashier at a Home Depot in San Ramon, California,…
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