All employees have the right to work in a safe work environment free of unwanted workplace sexual harassment, assault, or abuse. Unfortunately, sexual harassment, assault, and abuse occur at work. Assault and harassment can be extremely traumatic and life-altering experiences. After experiencing any form of sexual abuse at work it can be hard to know…
Workplaces are full of complex relationships, dynamics, and rules. They are also governed by a complex and ever-changing patchwork of state and federal courts and federal, state, and local laws. Navruz Avloni is an experienced California employment law attorney based in San Francisco, California. Avloni Law is dedicated to helping employees fight for their rights…
The American workforce has become increasingly remote in recent years. More than ever before, employees are completing their work from remote locations without ever stepping foot into a physical office space. Telework offers benefits to both employers and employees, and adds new challenges. Surprisingly, despite the dispersed nature of remote work, there has been no…
What is it’s Role in the Workplace? Advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are reshaping the modern workplace. The rapid changes brought by the implementation of the new technology present opportunities for great innovation and growth, while creating new challenges for employers and employees alike. Ultimately, whether AI in the workplace generates expansive progress and supports…
Multinational companies represent a significant percentage of employers worldwide, and tens of millions of people are employed by multinational employers. Multinational employment offers unique challenges when it comes to employment laws and regulations. It can be difficult to determine what labor standards apply to who and when, and who to turn to when dealing with…
Reaching out to an attorney for help regarding a matter of sexual harassment at work is an important step towards resolution, but it can seem daunting. In this article we will review when to reach out to an attorney, and how to best prepare for a legal consultation regarding a sex harassment case. Sexual Harassment…
Workplace disability discrimination, like all forms of workplace discrimination, negatively impacts everybody involved. From the target of the discrimination to the employer, discrimination is harmful to productivity, satisfaction, and drags on the atmosphere of the workplace. In order to facility a productive and safe workplace, and in order to comply with legal standards, it is…
Over half a decade ago, the anti-sexual assault and women’s empowerment movements #MeToo and Time’s Up raised global awareness of widespread sexual harassment and assault. Still, sexual harassment persists at work. In 2022 the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission (EEOC) received 11,090 charges claiming sexual harassment, and recent statistics suggest that approximately 35% of women and…
Nearly 25% of adults in America deal with physical and mental disabilities. Although Americans with disabilities may face additional challenges in many aspects of life including at work, disabilities should never impact one’s status in the workplace. The Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), in addition to local State Laws, protect disabled employees from discrimination,…
Many of us spend a significant portion of our lives at work. It is not uncommon to spend more time at work and with coworkers than at home with friends and family. As such, the dynamics at work can be incredibly impactful on our physical and mental wellbeing, in good and bad ways. A negative…
Unfortunately, discrimination is prevalent for many Americans at work. Data suggests that approximately 60% of American workers have experienced and/or witnessed discrimination in their workplaces. Experiencing discrimination is distressing on many levels – it can take a toll on your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, negatively impact your ability to perform at work, and damage…
The age of Artificial Intelligence is here. Advancements in AI has, and will continue to, revolutionize the way our world works. The workplace is no exception. With increasing frequency, companies are turning to artificial intelligence to optimize their business operations. Human Resources is one arena with a notable, and growing, artificial intelligence presence. According to…
