Fremont Worker Gets $175,000 in Racial Harassment Lawsuit Against Auto Auction Firm

Workplace harassment is never easy to talk about, and many workers may feel it’s risky to speak up when they experience it. However, when harassment goes unchecked and managers fail to step…

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Humphry Slocombe, a well-known Bay Area ice cream company, is facing a class-action lawsuit over multiple wage and hour violations. Filed by former delivery driver Alfonso Martinez, the complaint alleges a pattern of wage violations and interrupted meal breaks.

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…

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For one health care worker at Stanford Health Care, her struggle with racial discrimination, harassment and retaliation within her workplace led to a years-long legal battle.

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…

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A recent lawsuit against BlackBerry Ltd. underscores the challenges employees may encounter when navigating claims of sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination and other workplace issues.

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…

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A 72-year-old cashier at a Home Depot in San Ramon, California, was fired after an aggressive customer pressured her into completing a fraudulent transaction.

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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A Black worker at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has sued his former employer, Dubai National Air Travel Agency, for racial harassment and discrimination.

Black Worker at SFO Files Lawsuit Over Racial Harassment and Discrimination

Workplaces are meant to foster collaboration, respect and inclusion. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Some employees struggle with harassment and discrimination on the job, leaving them feeling isolated, demeaned and…

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T.J. Maxx is no stranger to legal battles involving California labor laws.

T.J. Maxx Workers in California Sue for Missed Breaks and Unpaid Sick Leave

California workers benefit from some of the strongest labor laws in the country, which are designed to ensure fair treatment on the job. However, some employers still commit employment violations despite these…

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A recent lawsuit filed by San Francisco’s City Attorney centers on the ongoing issue of worker misclassification in the gig economy.

WorkWhile Lawsuit Highlights Worker Misclassification in California’s Gig Economy

A recent lawsuit filed by San Francisco’s City Attorney centers on the ongoing issue of worker misclassification in the gig economy. WorkWhile, a staffing agency that connects gig workers with jobs across…

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In San Francisco, Subway sandwich franchises have come under fire for alleged wage theft, prompting an investigation by the California Labor Commissioner’s Office.

Underpaid and Overworked: Subway Workers in San Francisco Seek Justice for Wage Theft

Wage theft is a growing problem across California, especially in industries where low-wage workers are often unaware of their rights or don’t know where to turn for help. In recent years, the…

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