San Francisco Tech Startup Under Fire for Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination

The company culture at tech startups can commonly be characterized by a combination of informality, flexibility and innovation, along with a strong emphasis on collaboration. Startups tend to have less formal hierarchies…

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A San Francisco tech startup is facing several lawsuits filed by former employees, both women.

San Francisco Tech Startup Under Fire for Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination

The company culture at tech startups can commonly be characterized by a combination of informality, flexibility and innovation, along with a strong emphasis on collaboration. Startups tend to have less formal hierarchies…

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Intense and competitive work environments are often hallmarks of hedge funds. There may also be a lack of formal hierarchy with fewer checks and balances to prevent workplace misconduct.

Employee Sues San Francisco Hedge Fund for Misogynistic Workplace Culture

Intense and competitive work environments are often hallmarks of hedge funds. There may also be a lack of formal hierarchy with fewer checks and balances to prevent workplace misconduct. Without proper oversight,…

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The landscape of job opportunities for American women has undergone significant changes over the past several decades. From increased workforce participation to greater representation in high-paying positions, women have made notable strides. However, these gains have not been uniform.

Addressing the Gender Gap: Ongoing Challenges for Women and Legal Remedies in the Workplace

The landscape of job opportunities for American women has undergone significant changes over the past several decades. From increased workforce participation to greater representation in high-paying positions, women have made notable strides….

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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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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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Farm worker sorting persimmons

Fresno Farm Contractor and Growers Cited $1.9 Million for Wage Theft Affecting Hundreds of Workers

Wage theft is commonly reported in the restaurant industry, but it also occurs in many other types of jobs across California. The agricultural sector in Fresno County was recently hit with allegations…

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Young fast food workers subject to harassment at work

Bay Area Popeyes Case Puts Focus on Workplace Sexual Harassment

Two Bay Area women filed claims against Popeyes, alleging sexual harassment during their employment at a franchise location in Oakland. The complaints, filed on Aug. 11, accused the company of failing to…

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Worker Wins $20 Million From San Francisco Marriott Marquis in Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

A San Francisco jury awarded a former Marriott Marquis employee $20 million in damages after finding that the hotel failed to provide reasonable accommodations for his disability. The verdict was announced in…

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