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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…

The COVID-19 pandemic revolutionized the way Americans work. More than ever before, employees are able to complete their work from remote locations without ever stepping foot into a physical office space. In this virtual environment, traditional methods for managing workers and ensuring accountability are ineffective, and employers are tasked with the challenge of overseeing and…

Sexual harassment is a serious problem in the workplace; employees of all gender and sexual identities face unlawful harassment on a daily basis at work. While recent social movements such as the #MeToo movement have brought harassment issues into the spotlight, experiences of sexual harassment at work remain all too common and there is much…

Unfortunately, toxic work environments are all too common. According to a 2023 Forbes report, toxic work environment is cited as one of the top reasons (along with low pay, limited opportunities for growth, and inflexible hours) that Americans are leaving their jobs. There are many factors that could cause a work environment to be toxic;…

Pregnancy should never be a barrier to professional success or job security. Unfortunately, employees who are pregnant or are suspected to become pregnant do experience routine discrimination at work. According to a survey conducted in 2022, nearly 1 in 5 mothers report having experienced some form of pregnancy related discrimination or harassment by their employers….

Navruz “Nav” Avloni is the Founder and CEO of Avloni Law, a boutique plaintiffs’ litigation law firm known for taking on some of the world’s largest corporations and entities to fight for victims’ rights through employment litigation and more. With a decade of litigation experience, Nav has become a distinguished trial attorney and social justice…

In 2012, 200 fast-food workers walked off the job in New York City. They were spearheading the Fight for $15 campaign, and demanding union representation and wage increases. Nearly 15 years later, fast-food workers across the country continue to organize and advocate for better working conditions, pay, and representation. In California, progress is being made….

California is one of the largest and most productive farming regions in the world. The state is the leading producer of agricultural goods in the United States; roughly 1/3 of the nation’s vegetables and 1/2 of the nation’s fruits and nuts are grown in California. We owe much of the nutritious food we eat to…

Pregnancy is a life changing event. During pregnancy, mothers may experience significant change in many aspects of daily life, including life at work. While some pregnant women are able to navigate their jobs with minimal interference, others may face challenges in fulfilling their work duties. This can be especially true for women in physically demanding…

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 is a federal law that requires that men and women receive equal pay for equal work. Since the Equal Pay Act passed into law, the pay gap between men and women has decreased, but still it remains. In 2023, women make approximately 82 cents for every dollar earned by…