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  • Spotting Wrongful Termination: 5 Signs You’ve Been Unfairly Fired

    Spotting Wrongful Termination: 5 Signs You’ve Been Unfairly Fired

    Losing a job is a devastating event that can have long-ranging consequences for employees and their families. Dealing with a sudden termination is all the more challenging when your employer fires you for unfair or undeserved reasons. Many unexpectedly dismissed employees wonder if they could have a legal case against their company. In California, employers…

    4–7 minutes
  • Defamation at Work: Signs You’re Being Defamed

    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…

    4–6 minutes
  • California Employment & Labor Laws Every Worker Should Know

    California Employment & Labor Laws Every Worker Should Know

    California Workers: Your Rights. Your Workplace. Your Options. 1. California Anti-Discrimination Laws (FEHA) California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is one of the broadest anti-discrimination laws in the country. It generally prohibits California employers from discriminating or harassing workers based on protected characteristics like: Race Color National origin Sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation…

    6–8 minutes
  • Unemployment Benefits California

    Unemployment Benefits California

    Workers who have been recently laid off or lost their jobs due to unforeseen circumstances may be forced to seek unemployment benefits. California offers unemployment benefits to support workers in their time of need. Usually, unemployment benefits range from $40 to $450 per week. However, benefits can vary based on previous earnings and work history.…

    7–10 minutes
  • On-Call vs. Standby

    On-Call vs. Standby

    Learn the difference between on-call and standby time. Find out when employers must pay workers, what the law says, and how to protect your rights.

    7–10 minutes
  • What is Defamation?

    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…

    3–5 minutes
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