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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Imagine working long hours in a demanding job, only to discover your employer has been systematically cheating you out of your rightful pay.

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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In a recent lawsuit, a Bay Area dental employee claims that instead of receiving the support she asked for, she was fired shortly after she reported her injuries and sought accommodations from her employer.

California Dental Worker Files Lawsuit Claiming Disability Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

Workplace injuries are more common than many people realize, particularly in environments where employees spend extended periods on their feet or performing repetitive tasks. In a recent lawsuit, a Bay Area dental…

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As AI plays a bigger role in employment decisions, it raises questions about fairness and bias.

Study Finds AI Resume Screening Disadvantages Black and Female Applicants

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a regular feature of the hiring process. Many job seekers today interact with AI without realizing it, whether through resume-screening tools, automated video interviews or algorithms that…

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A recent case involving Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a vehicle auctioneer in Fremont, shows how California law protects workers from racial harassment and allows them to hold employers accountable.

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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What happens when a pre-employment form asks for personal medical details that don’t seem relevant to the job?

When Job Applications Ask Too Much: What California Workers Need to Know About Pre-Employment Medical Questions

Applying for a new job can be stressful. You want to make a good impression, provide the necessary information and move through the process smoothly. But what happens when a pre-employment form…

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In California, workers who earn commissions rely on clear contracts and timely payments to keep their finances on track. When employers fall short in those areas, the consequences can be serious.

What Commissioned Workers in California Can Learn from the Oracle Settlement

In California, workers who earn commissions rely on clear contracts and timely payments to keep their finances on track. When employers fall short in those areas, the consequences can be serious. Commission…

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It can be hard to speak up at work when you know something isn’t right.

When Speaking Up at Work Leads to Losing Your Job: What California Workers Should Know

It can be hard to speak up at work when you know something isn’t right. Many California workers fear retaliation if they report a work injury or try to assert their employee…

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A new report draws attention to what many Black women in California already know from experience: the workplace is not an equal playing field.

Barriers at Every Level: Report Highlights Workplace Discrimination Against Black Women in California

A new report draws attention to what many Black women in California already know from experience: the workplace is not an equal playing field. According to the findings, more than half of…

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