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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…
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…
Research Reveals Wage Theft is Rising in California: What Workers Need to Know
Wage theft is on the rise in California, with billions of dollars lost each year due to minimum wage violations, a study has found. Additionally, many cases of unpaid wages go unreported…
Retaliation in the Workplace: Okta Faces Gender Discrimination Lawsuit Amid Layoffs
For employees, the right to voice concerns about unfair treatment should be given in any workplace. Yet, in many cases, reporting discrimination results in retaliation rather than the employer resolving the issue…
Holding Tech Giants Accountable: Activision Blizzard’s $54 Million Settlement in Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Case
Activision Blizzard, a leading video game company known for popular titles like Call of Duty and World of Warcraft, will pay around $54 million to resolve workplace discrimination claims. The landmark settlement…
Snapchat Inc. Pays $15 Million to Resolve Discrimination and Harassment Claims
The tech industry is known for its innovations and rapid advancements. It is no secret, however, that many companies struggle with workplace discrimination and harassment. Reports of unequal treatment based on factors…
Uber and Lyft Drivers Drop Price-Fixing Lawsuit: A Turning Point in the Gig Economy?
The gig economy has transformed the nature of work in recent years, offering flexibility and independence to millions of workers in California and beyond. However, this new model has also sparked significant…
SF State Employee Faces Retaliation for Speaking Up About Ignored Misconduct Complaints
Imagine this: you are hired to address a backlog of discrimination and harassment complaints at a university. You take your job seriously, launch investigations and strive to create a safe space for…
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