In a landmark arbitration award, Justine Vargas emerged victorious against Southern California Edison Company (SCE) and Rudolpho Rodriguez, spotlighting the ongoing battle against workplace discrimination and harassment. Ms. Vargas was represented by the formidable attorney John Dalton of the Law Office of John W. Dalton and co-counsel Jason Oliver of the Law Office of Jason L. Oliver. The case,...
Continue ReadingIn California’s ever-evolving employment landscape, wage disputes pose a significant challenge for many workers. Whether unpaid overtime, minimum wage violations, or other forms of underpayment, wage issues can profoundly impact an individual’s financial well-being. This is where the expertise of an employee rights attorney is invaluable. Whether you’re searching for an “employee rights attorney near me” or need guidance...
Continue ReadingDid your employer fire you for reporting workplace discrimination? Or demote you for calling out workplace safety issues? Or change you to a less desirable schedule for complaining about sexual harassment? These are all examples of illegal workplace retaliation, and it’s a lot more common than you may think. In 2023, California workers filed an average of 706 workplace...
Continue ReadingAll employees expect proper compensation for the work they do. Businesses and employers are legally required to pay their workers a regular rate for non-overtime hours, and when they work more than the standard rate, they must receive a premium overtime wage. Unfortunately, sometimes employers don’t fulfill their requirements under the law. You may be able to file a...
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 ReadingWhen it comes to fighting employment law issues, it is crucial to choose from the best San Diego employment lawyers to ensure effective representation. At the Law Office of John Dalton, we understand this and want to help you make an informed decision. To help you find the right fit, we’re here to guide you through our top picks...
Continue ReadingUnfortunately, workplace discrimination adversely affects countless California employees, raising the question: what are common examples of workplace discrimination? Luckily, the Golden State is also one of the most progressive in the nation regarding employee protections. So, what are common examples of workplace discrimination? This article will examine several types of discrimination as well as the laws protecting employees against...
Continue ReadingIn an ideal world, employers judge employees solely by their skills and capabilities, not by their skin color. Unfortunately, even in progressive states like California, workplace racial discrimination is still a problem. And it can have a lasting psychological and professional impact on workers. Knowing how to prove racial discrimination in the workplace is crucial in the fight for...
Continue ReadingWhen your employer does not pay you your full wages or fails to pay you on time, it has committed wage theft. State and federal laws take wage theft seriously, which is why they provide multiple avenues for reporting unpaid wages through civil lawsuits or administrative complaints. At the Law Offices of John Dalton, we also take wage theft...
Continue ReadingThere are certain reasons your employer cannot use to terminate your employment. And if your boss has an illegal motive for firing you, it might be time to file a wrongful termination claim against them. At the Law Offices of John Dalton, our knowledgeable legal team can identify your rights in a wrongful termination claim and show you how...
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