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  • Are You Eligible for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

    Are You Eligible for Workers’ Compensation Benefits?

    California law requires business owners with employees to carry workers’ compensation insurance. If you are injured or become ill on the job, workers’ compensation benefits can cover lost wages or medical bill payments, but only if you meet basic eligibility requirements. For example, there are rules for employees classified under certain categories. To learn more…

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  • Disability Discrimination Law in California

    Disability Discrimination Law in California

    Discriminating against an employee with physical or mental disabilities is against the law. According to federal and state regulations, employers must provide reasonable accommodation to a disabled employee, the only exception being if it would impose undue hardship (i.e., the changes would be prohibitively difficult or expensive). Under disability discrimination law in California, treating disabled…

    3–4 minutes
  • Pay Stub Violations in California

    Pay Stub Violations in California

    California employment law has various requirements as to what information must be included on an employee’s pay stub (example here). A wage statement must accurately represent the number of hours an employee worked along with their pay rate and any deductions taken during the pay period. If any information is inaccurate or left out, an…

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  • California Whistleblower Protection Laws

    California Whistleblower Protection Laws

    California whistleblower protection laws prohibit employers from retaliating against employees who complain about or report suspected illegal activity. If you believe you’ve faced whistleblower retaliation, your employer should be held accountable. To help understand your legal options, some of the most important laws are explained below. What Is Whistleblower Retaliation? Actions of retaliation against an…

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