The definition of “national origin discrimination” is quite straightforward. It means unfavorable and unfair treatment of job applicants and employees on the basis of their national origin, ethnicity, accent or ethnic background. And yet so many people in Los Angeles and all across California have misconceptions about this type of discrimination and end up tolerating… Continue reading Myths And Facts About National Origin Discrimination In California
Even though employers in Riverside and all across California have their favorite (and not-so-obvious) ways of getting rid of older employees, they all constitute age discrimination and are prohibited by law. Sadly, not many people in California realize this. We invited our Riverside workplace discrimination attorney from the JML Law to outline how thousands of… Continue reading Employers’ Common Ways To Get Rid Of Older Employees (Which Are Age Discrimination)
Is obesity a disability under California’s discrimination laws? In other words, can you sue your employer or supervisor for making fun of your weight or fat-shaming you in the workplace? You might, but it is complicated. While you are certainly hoping to hear a short and straightforward question, you will not. As California’s discrimination laws… Continue reading Is Being Obese Or Overweight A Disability Under California Law? Courts Say ‘Yes’
Allegations relating to harassment and discrimination at Los Angeles’ Salk Institute have been circulating for some time now, and the issue has been compounded by a further 8 women recently coming forward to state they were subjected to sexual harassment at the hands of Salk researcher, Inder Verma. The allegations were brought to the journal,… Continue reading Harassment and Discrimination Claims against Salk Institute Increase as 8 Women Report Sexual Harassment
Obtaining witness statements for your case is always a good idea, everybody knows that. But this is especially true if you are dealing with discrimination in the workplace or any other employment law case. But why are witnesses so important to win discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, or retaliation case? This is the question we asked… Continue reading Why Witnesses Are So Vital To Win Discrimination Cases In California
You have the right to practice your own religion, or no religion at all. This is what the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution says. Unfortunately, some employers in California seem to forget this. Each year, thousands of religious discrimination claims are filed by employees in California. Some succeed and win, others fail to prove… Continue reading Is My Employer Discriminating Against Me On The Basis Of My Religion? 12 Examples
Whether you’re an employee over in her 50s or 60s or are a fresh college graduate, you may have experienced age discrimination at work lately. Whether you fear that you’re being forced out because you’re nearing retirement age or you feel like nobody is taking you seriously because you’re too young (and is supposed to… Continue reading Age Discrimination: Why Is Nobody Talking About It? (And How to Deal With It)