A “glass ceiling” represents an invisible barrier that prevents people from rising beyond a certain level in a workplace. The glass ceiling is typically used in reference to discrimination against women in the workplace, but also applies to discrimination against all marginalized groups. While the barrier is invisible, glass ceiling discrimination has visible effects; it…
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Tech Workers’ Rights
With offices in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, regions globally recognized as hubs of tech innovation, Avloni Law, has extensive experience representing the interests of tech employees. If you work in the tech sector and believe you may be facing unlawful conduct in the workplace, contact Avloni Law for a consultation today. The tech…
Workplace Accessibility: The Normalization of Remote Work
For employees who need to stay home for their health, and who can perform job duties remotely, telework should be considered a reasonable accommodation under the ADA for many job positions.
Adult Victims That Were Sexually Abused or Assaulted As Far Back As 2009 Can Now File A Civil Lawsuit
The new year brings a victory for sexual assault survivors in California. Effective January 1, 2023, the statute of limitations to file civil claims for sexual abuse and assault has been extended, reviving the ability of countless Californians to file suit and seek damages for the harms they have suffered.
48,000 Academic Employees at UC Are On Strike
Academic employees at the University of California are on strike. The strike, including 48,000 academic workers, is the largest strike in the history of higher education. Due to the size and reputation of the UC system, the impact of this strike will likely extend beyond UC campuses and set the standard for working conditions at…
Can I Sue For Defamation, Slander, and Libel in a California Workplace?
California state employment law protects employees from unlawful defamation at work. Learn more about what constitutes unlawful defamation.
Employment Agreements & Contracts: What You Need To Know
Employment Agreements and Contracts are relevant throughout the employment process, from the date of hire through the end of an employment relationship, and beyond.
How Do You Prove Disability Discrimination at Work?
It is unlawful for employers to discriminate against employees or job applicants based on their disability, and employers are likewise legally obligated to provide reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities.
Discrimination in the California Workplace
Unfortunately, almost 60 years after the passage of the Civil Rights Act, discrimination is still prevalent for many Americans at work. According to a national survey conducted by Glassdoor in 2019, 61% of Americans report having experienced and or witnessed discrimination at work. That same year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission…
Workers Rights: What Are My Rights in California?
It’s important and empowering to understand the rights you have as an employee and to stay up to date on the laws that regulate employee protection in California. Employment laws, established by federal and state governments, grant all workers specific rights. In California, employee rights are…