Union City Security Firm Owners Ordered to Repay $210,000 in Stolen Wages to 81 Workers

Imagine working long hours in a demanding job, only to discover your employer has been systematically cheating you out of your rightful pay. That’s what happened to dozens of security guards in…

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Many workers facing unlawful treatment at work believe that having a genuine and legitimate claim against their employer is enough to secure justice. However, what they may not realize is that the intricacies of employment law require more than just the merits of their case.

Lawsuit Against California State University Underscores Challenges of Proving Discrimination Claims

Employment lawsuits involving discrimination and harassment are often complex, as highlighted by the recent case of Martin v. Board of Trustees of the California State University (CSU). Many workers facing unlawful treatment…

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A case against a large hotel chain in Oakland underscores the importance of hospitality workers understanding their rights regarding wages.

Oakland’s Radisson Hotel Owes Workers $400,000 in Wage Theft Case

A case against a large hotel chain in Oakland underscores the importance of hospitality workers understanding their rights regarding wages. Hotels rely on large staff teams to ensure smooth operations daily, including…

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A proposed class-action lawsuit filed against Guaranteed Rate, a Chicago-based mortgage lender, highlights unlawful employment practices that can take place in the mortgage industry.

Former Employee Files Class-Action Lawsuit Against Guaranteed Rate for Unpaid Wages

A proposed class-action lawsuit filed against Guaranteed Rate, a Chicago-based mortgage lender, highlights unlawful employment practices that can take place in the mortgage industry. The case focuses on issues with commission-based compensation…

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A former police officer recently received a $455,000 settlement from the City of San Francisco in a lawsuit. The case, filed in San Francisco County Superior Court, alleged racial discrimination and harassment based on his Muslim faith and Afghan background.

Former San Francisco Police Officer Gets $455K in Racial Discrimination Case

In a city that prides itself on diversity and progressive values, it is disheartening when instances of discrimination and harassment arise in San Francisco workplaces. California law allows workers to pursue compensation…

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California’s reputation for strong worker protections extends to its labor laws, which guarantee timely payment of all wages, including commissions. Despite such laws, workers may still struggle with unpaid commissions in various ways.

Crucial Steps to Take When Dealing with Unpaid Commissions in California

California’s reputation for strong worker protections extends to its labor laws, which guarantee timely payment of all wages, including commissions. Despite such laws, workers may still struggle with unpaid commissions in various…

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A former senior director said the company unlawfully fired her while she was taking leave for a “serious health crisis.”

Former Senior Director Sues Salesforce for Wrongful Termination During Health Crisis

Tech companies are often in the news over allegations of discrimination, harassment, and other workplace misconduct brought forward by their employees. The latest employer to be named in a lawsuit is Salesforce….

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The City of San Francisco sued Qwick, a hospitality staffing startup, for worker misclassification and wage theft in September 2023.

San Francisco’s $2.1 Million Settlement with Qwick Puts Spotlight on Worker Misclassification

Worker misclassification is a persistent issue in the hospitality industry and the broader gig economy. Misclassification occurs when employers classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees, often to get around labor…

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A recent lawsuit centers on an employee’s alleged wrongful termination amid employer decisions driven by financial motives.

Former Twitter Security Chief Sues X for Wrongful Termination and Retaliation

When large companies prioritize profits above all else, worker rights often fall by the wayside. A recent lawsuit centers on an employee’s alleged wrongful termination amid employer decisions driven by financial motives….

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