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Retaliation is illegal under both California and federal law, yet it remains one of the most common forms of workplace misconduct. Understanding why employers retaliate can help employees recognize the warning signs and take steps to protect their rights. Fear of Exposure or Liability Many employers retaliate because they fear legal or financial consequences. When…

Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is illegal under both federal and California law. However, it still happens—sometimes subtly, especially during the hiring process. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you have the right to be judged based on your qualifications, not your family plans. Knowing how to recognize pregnancy discrimination during job…

In most cases, California employers can legally terminate employees for working a second job, especially if there is no employment contract prohibiting it. Under at-will employment, employers do not need to justify firing decisions unless the termination violates a specific law or public policy. However, there are limits. Employers cannot fire you for having a…

Wrongful termination damages are designed to compensate the employee for the harm caused by the unlawful firing. These damages typically fall into the following categories: 1. Lost Wages (Back Pay) Back pay includes the wages, salary, commissions, and bonuses you would have earned from the date of termination to the date of settlement or judgment….

In most cases, employers have the legal right to require employees to return to in-person work. However, there are important exceptions and legal protections that workers should understand, especially when health, safety, or accommodations are involved. For legal help from an employment lawyer in Los Angeles, contact Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP today. At-Will Employment…

California, including Los Angeles, follows the legal doctrine of at-will employment, meaning that employers can terminate employees at any time, with or without cause or notice. Likewise, employees can leave a job without giving a reason. However, at-will employment is not absolute. Several important exceptions protect workers from unfair or unlawful termination. 1. Discrimination-Based Termination…

In California, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) both provide eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave within a 12-month period for specified family and medical reasons. When an employee’s reason for leave qualifies under both FMLA and CFRA, the two leaves can…

In most situations, an employer cannot force you to take a leave of absence unless there is a legally valid reason. In California, employment laws ensure that employers cannot use leave policies to discriminate, retaliate, or unlawfully interfere with an employee’s right to work. Call our Los Angeles employment attorneys to discuss your case today….

In California, pregnancy cannot legally disqualify you from a job. State and federal laws protect pregnant employees and job applicants from discrimination, ensuring they have equal access to employment opportunities. If you believe you’re being discriminated against in the workplace because of your pregnancy, contact our Los Angeles employment lawyers for help filing a pregnancy…

California law explicitly prohibits firing an employee due to pregnancy. Employers are required to treat pregnant employees fairly and provide reasonable accommodations when necessary. For legal advice, call our Los Angeles wrongful termination attorneys at Yadegar, Minoofar, Soleymani LLP at (310) 499-0140 today. California’s Protections for Pregnant Employees The following laws provide protections for pregnant…