Older employees bring stability, insight, and skills earned over decades. Yet too often, those strengths get treated as liabilities. They’re pushed out for “fresh energy,” passed over for promotions, or quietly replaced after years of loyalty — raising real concerns about what qualifies as age discrimination. If you’ve wondered what qualifies as age discrimination, California law offers clear answers...
Continue ReadingWorkplace discrimination refers to the unjust and prejudicial treatment of an employee based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs. It can manifest in many different ways, including hiring biases, pay disparities, harassment, wrongful termination, and more. Both state and federal laws forbid such practices, but sadly, employees of all persuasions can...
Continue ReadingDisability discrimination in the workplace should never prevent someone from finding meaningful employment. A person’s disability should have little to no bearing on their ability to find a job. We all have a right to pursue gainful employment in a non-discriminatory workplace. California and federal laws protect disabled workers from disability discrimination in the workplace. Unfortunately, not all employers...
Continue ReadingSexual harassment by an employer may be getting more media attention in the #MeToo era, but the problem is nothing new. Both men and women regularly endure workplace harassment. While these media campaigns may have drawn attention to the prevalence of workplace sexual harassment, they do not provide much help when figuring out the specifics of how to sue...
Continue ReadingMaybe it was the way your manager leaned too close when no one else was around. Or the message sent after hours, dressed up as a compliment but pulsing with implication. You told yourself to let it go. You needed the job—the hours. You needed, above all, not to cause trouble. But moments like these can fall into the...
Continue ReadingThe law protects you against harassment at work. But what is considered workplace harassment in California? In general, unlawful harassment is any unwelcome and offensive behavior based on an individual’s protected characteristics. While you have several options for asserting your rights against harassment and recovering damages from your workplace, the process can be tricky. You should speak to a...
Continue ReadingTips for handling sexual harassment in the workplace are essential for anyone facing this serious issue. No one should have to endure sexual harassment in their workplace (or anywhere else). However, this is a prevalent problem that many employees must regularly combat. Do you know how to protect yourself from the harmful effects of a workplace that mistreats individuals...
Continue ReadingIf you’re being harassed at work, you may feel scared, embarrassed, or powerless. But you have power and the right to fight back under California and federal law. The best way to exercise your rights is with the guidance of our highly experienced and top-rated harassment attorney, John Dalton. He can tell you what to do if you are...
Continue ReadingNavigating workplace politics can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope, especially when dealing with harassment. Workplace harassment is a serious issue, but understanding your rights doesn’t have to be a struggle. Let’s explore the world of protected activities with regard to harassment and how you can stand up against it without fear of retaliation. What Are Protected Activities with...
Continue ReadingIf someone at work is making comments that make you feel uncomfortable, unsafe, or disrespected, you may be dealing with unlawful verbal sexual harassment. You have legal rights against harassment and may be entitled to compensation for your pain. However, before you take any action, talk to our skilled sexual harassment attorney at the Law Office of John Dalton....
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