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In California and throughout the United States, employees generally have the right to have salary discussions with one another. This right is protected by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which prohibits employers from implementing policies or taking actions that prevent employees from discussing their compensation with other employees. However, misunderstandings around wage discussions and…

Here’s the situation. American First Credit Union just fired you. The HR meeting took two minutes. Your bosses shuffled paperwork faster than you could say, “job security.” And now you’re left standing in the parking lot with a box of belongings and a head full of questions. Was your termination lawful? Can you fight back?…

If you’re reading this, you’ve likely been blindsided by an unexpected termination you suspect wasn’t legal. You may also be experiencing a whirlwind of anger, confusion, and uncertainty, including the nagging question, How much can you sue for wrongful termination in California? While courts have awarded wrongful termination verdicts as high as $25M, how much…

Certain landmark wrongful termination cases have fundamentally shaped an employee’s rights and protections in California’s ever-evolving employment law landscape. This article delves into three famous California wrongful termination cases: Tameny v. Atlantic Richfield Co., Foley v. Interactive Data Corp., and Guz v. Bechtel National, Inc., exploring their importance and impact on employment law and employee…

Working at a senior center can be incredibly rewarding. Senior center employees often make a significant difference in the lives of older adults and play a crucial role in the community by providing them with a safe and nurturing environment. Knowing this, most senior center employees actively want to work and thrive on helping the…

Winston Churchill famously said, “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” While his words are 100% great advice to take to heart, it can be difficult when grappling with unjust termination. Especially in a state where “at-will” employment is the norm—employers can fire you at any…

Imagine unexpectedly losing your job at AmeriGas Propane. Now imagine having a nagging suspicion that the dismissal wasn’t above board, compounding your shock. Being wrongfully terminated is unjust and upsetting, but you can take heart knowing that you have rights and options if it happens to you. California employment laws offer strong protection if you…

If you live and work in California, you can count on the sunshine and easy access to the beach. But can you count on respectful treatment at work? If you can’t count on your job with Stonebridge Hospitality or any other employer to treat you right, you might have several protections under state and federal…

Unexpectedly losing your job comes with a lot of challenging questions. What did I do wrong? How will I pay my rent this month? Can I still have a reference letter? What happens to my health insurance? When your employer fires you for petty or unfair reasons, you may also wonder whether you could have…

In California, most jobs are “at-will,” which means employers can fire an employee at any time for any reason. However, employers must still follow certain legal limits and cannot fire employees for discriminatory reasons, in violation of public policy, or contractual promises. If you’ve been fired from Pacific Clinics, wrongful termination may be afoot if…