Most people assume they’d know sexual harassment if they saw it. A dirty joke. An inappropriate text. An unwanted touch. But sexual harassment isn’t always obvious. It often hides in plain sight. And even when it doesn’t, the damage it causes can ripple through an entire workplace. That’s why understanding what percentage of employees witness harassment at work is...
Continue ReadingSexual harassment at work is more than uncomfortable. It is illegal. However, too often, survivors are unaware of their rights, let alone the specific laws that protect them. If you are wondering, “Which California law protects workers from sexual harassment?” the answer is the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). This law holds employers accountable for failing to address...
Continue ReadingFor most employees, it can be a perk to have a supervisor who’s friendly and even a bit casual. However, sometimes, behavior can cross the line from friendly to upsetting. Receiving unwanted, inappropriate emails, texts and/or photos from a supervisor, manager or boss can leave you feeling uncomfortable and violated. Many employees in this situation are afraid to speak...
Continue ReadingRunning into disagreements with your boss is normal in a working environment. However, sometimes, workplace conflicts can go beyond simple disagreement. When you feel disrespected, cheated, or victimized at work, it’s natural to wonder, Can I sue my employer for this mistreatment? This blog post will cover what employees need to know about filing an employment lawsuit in California....
Continue ReadingIf you believe you may be experiencing nonverbal sexual harassment in your workplace, the most important thing you can do right now is call the Law Office of John Dalton. Do not confront your harasser, report the behavior to your employer, or attempt to handle the situation independently. These steps, taken without legal guidance, can seriously affect your case....
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 ReadingIf you are being sexually harassed at work, you should know that you have legal rights and that you do not have to suffer in silence. Sexual harassment is illegal in the workplace, and there are laws that protect you. At the Law Office of John Dalton, we have the tools and expertise needed to help you file a...
Continue ReadingCan I sue my employer for discrimination at work? This is a question many workers in California ask. You are not alone. California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) receives almost 5,000 workplace discrimination complaints each year from California workers. Under California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, employees who experience discrimination have a right to sue their employers...
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to sexual harassment and the penalties for workplace sexual harassment in CA, your employer needs to compensate you for any harassment it allows to take place at its business. And it also needs to prevent harassment from happening. It is crucial that a victim of sexual harassment immediately hire an experienced employment attorney to help make...
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