When employees need to take sick leave due to illness, they may need to provide their employer with a doctor’s note in California. Your medical details are protected by FMLA and HIPAA laws, and employers cannot request information about their medical conditions or obtain copies of their medical records. However, they can ask for certifications
As an employee in California, you have certain rights and protections when it comes to receiving commissions for your work. Sometimes employers may withhold commissions for various reasons, and you may wonder if they infringe on your legal rights as an employee. Under California law, it is unlawful for employers to withhold or deduct wages
Working multiple days in a row can leave you burnt out, especially if it is a common occurrence. When this happens, you may wonder if your employer is abiding by the California Labor Code. According to section 552, employers may not schedule workers to work more than six days out of a seven-day period. If
Workplace romances are typically discouraged by employers because they may affect productivity, create uncomfortable situations, or lead to conflicts of interest. However, it isn’t illegal to date a coworker. Under California law, an employee's right to privacy is protected when engaging in lawful activities while off-the-clock and away from work premises, which includes activities such
California’s Equal Pay Act works hand-in-hand with the Equal Pay Act of 1963. On a state and federal level, these acts prohibit workplace discrimination regarding pay, ensuring that both men and women are paid the same amount for performing reasonably similar jobs. Although sex discrimination is illegal, wage gaps continue to exist today. Recent California
In California, it is illegal for an employer to discriminate against an employee because of their disability. Moreover, if an employer is aware of your condition, they are required to engage in an interactive process with you to determine how they might reasonably accommodate your condition. As a current or prospective employee, you should not
While Valentine’s Day is a special opportunity to celebrate love and relationships in your life, employers should be wary of bringing celebrations into the workplace. Giving gifts, even small items such as cards or chocolate, to an employee could have innocent intentions but may be perceived as sexual harassment. To ensure that sexual harassment is
Every employee in California has the legal right to feel safe when entering their workplace. The State of California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) sets standards all employers must follow to keep their employees safe. When these regulations are ignored, employees can be put in potentially hazardous situations that may endanger their health.
As an employee in California, you have the right to a discrimination-free workplace. This includes discrimination on the basis of disability. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employees are entitled to reasonable accommodations in the workplace. If your employer refuses to work with you to provide a reasonable accommodation, they may be found guilty
When you enter your workplace, you expect to be in a safe environment. Workers in California have the right to a safe workplace under the law. Severe injuries may occur when an employer fails to comply with the State of California Division of Occupational Safety and Health's (Cal/OSHA) standards. While you have the right to
