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California considers expanding overtime pay to more workers
A larger number of California workers could soon be eligible for overtime pay, thanks to new legislation being examined in the state Senate. Under AB 1565, employers would have to extend overtime…
DoorDash to pay delivery workers $5 million in misclassification lawsuit
As on-demand food delivery services such as GrubHub and UberEats grow in popularity, their business practices are coming under increasing scrutiny, often accompanied by legal trouble. One such company is DoorDash, which…
Misclassified Kaiser hospital workers awarded $500,000 in overtime lawsuit
California hospital housekeepers recently emerged victorious in an overtime class action lawsuit filed against their employers, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and hospital services company Xanitos. A federal judge approved a $500,000 settlement in…
The hidden age discrimination older workers face in the job hiring process
With people living longer, many older Americans are likely to have the desire or the necessity to work past the conventional retirement age. Unfortunately, their age may be working against them when…
Landmark federal court ruling protects LGBT employees from workplace discrimination
In what gay rights advocates are calling a historic victory, a federal appeals court ruled that an existing civil rights law protects lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender workers from discrimination in the…
Disney says ‘let it go’ to anti-poaching lawsuit with $100 million settlement
Disney may be giving joy to millions of people through its films. However, some of the studio’s policies have left employees feeling unhappy and frustrated. In an unusual move for a company…
Cheerleaders accuse NFL of conspiracy to suppress wages
With their fluffy pompoms, big smiles and infectious energy, cheerleaders always look fabulous during their performances. However, few people know about the hard work and hours of rehearsals that go into perfecting…
Transit board to pay $8 million to Muni operators in overtime lawsuit
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) approved an $8 million settlement in an overtime lawsuit brought by the city’s Muni operators. Lead plaintiff Darryl A. Stitt, a former Muni operator, filed…
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