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  • Can You Sue Your Employer for Allowing Drug Use?

    Can You Sue Your Employer for Allowing Drug Use?

    Yes, in some situations, employees can sue their employer for allowing drug use in the workplace, but the right to take legal action depends on specific circumstances. Employers are required to maintain a safe work environment. So when an employer knowingly allows drug use that creates dangerous conditions, ignores safety regulations, or leads to injury…

    Quinn McCarty
    6–9 minutes

  • Defamation at Work: Signs You’re Being Defamed

    Defamation of character at work can seriously damage your professional reputation and career prospects. But, how do you know if you’re actually being defamed? Recognizing the signs early may help you take steps to protect yourself and your rights. In this article, we explain common signs of defamation of character at work, share examples, and…

    Lindsey Wallace
    4–6 minutes

  • What is Defamation?

    Defamation can affect anyone—from private individuals to employees navigating workplace dynamics. Understanding what defamation is, how it works, and how it may impact your reputation is often the first step toward determining whether further action may be appropriate. This article provides an overview of defamation, including the differences between libel and slander, common defamation of…

    Lindsey Wallace
    3–5 minutes

  • Understanding Hostile Work Environment Lawsuits

    A hostile work environment lawsuit may arise when an employee experiences severe or pervasive harassment that interferes with their ability to work. While not every uncomfortable or unfair situation qualifies, certain forms of hostile environment harassment may violate federal and California employment laws. Employees who experience mistreatment, discrimination, or abusive conduct may have legal rights…

    Lindsey Wallace
    5–7 minutes

  • Verbal Abuse at Work: Recognize & Address Signs

    In today’s fast-paced work environment, it’s important to recognize the signs of verbal abuse. Many people may not realize they are experiencing it, but it can have serious impacts on one’s mental health and job performance. Identifying and addressing verbal abuse is crucial to maintaining a healthy and productive workplace. Verbal abuse is a form…

    Lindsey Wallace
    10–15 minutes
  • Unfair Treatment at Work

    Unfair Treatment at Work

    Not all unfair treatment at work is illegal. However, workplace bullying or unfair treatment can be unlawful if it constitutes harassment, discrimination, or any other illicit behavior. It’s fairly common in the workplace for a boss to treat one employee differently from another. Differential treatment can be lawful when it’s not based on a protected…

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    7–11 minutes
  • Definition Of Toxic Work Environment

    Definition Of Toxic Work Environment

    A toxic work environment is a workplace characterized by interpersonal conflict, poor communication, and a lack of support or respect, which can harm employees’ well-being, morale, and productivity. They are often created by individuals who seek personal gain and to put themselves ahead of others. Toxic environments can be catalyzed by a boss who is…

    unfold
    6–9 minutes
  • Can Your Employer Threaten to Report You to ICE?

    Can Your Employer Threaten to Report You to ICE?

    Employment laws in the United States are designed to protect all workers, regardless of their immigration status. However, some employers may attempt to exploit workers by using immigration-related threats as a means of control or retaliation.  If a worker is facing threats from an employer about being reported to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement…

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    4–6 minutes
  • Can My Boss Record Me at Work?

    Can My Boss Record Me at Work?

    Understanding Workplace Surveillance Laws in California Workplace surveillance is becoming an increasingly common way for employers to monitor productivity, ensure workplace safety, and protect company assets. But can your boss record you at work? Is it against state or federal law? In California, the answer is not straightforward. While employers do have certain rights to…

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    5–8 minutes
  • Stress Leave in California

    Stress Leave in California

    In California, if your workplace stress is preventing you from doing your job then you may be eligible for stress leave. This leave may be available under the: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or. California Family Rights Act (CFRA). What is Stress Leave? In California, if stress affects your job performance, you have legal…

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    3–5 minutes

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