Retaliation Against Temporary and Contract Workers: Legal Safeguards

December 14th, 2023 by JML-law
Temporary and contract workers play a vital role in today’s dynamic workforce, contributing their skills and expertise to various industries. Unfortunately, these workers may face unique challenges, including the risk of retaliation when asserting their rights. In this article, we’ll...

Employee Loses Unlawful Retaliation Case Against Sacramento County

July 27th, 2022 by JML-law
California’s whistleblower laws prohibit employers from retaliating against workers who contact the authorities, cooperate with investigators, or otherwise disclose information when said workers have reason to believe their employers have violated the law. This doesn’t mean retaliation against whistleblowers never...

Retaliation Is A Sign Of Wrongful Termination

December 17th, 2018 by JML-law
When we get the job of our dreams we think this it! We do everything we can to ensure that we keep that job. But what if our employers are asking us to start practices that aren't lawful? What if...

Employee Pay Deductions: Is It Illegal For Your Employer To Deduct From Your Salary In California?

November 14th, 2018 by JML-law
Our Los Angeles retaliation attorney at JML Law receives this question way too often: “My California employer deducted a certain amount from my pay, can I sue him/her?” Long story short, employers can lawfully deduct from their employees’ salaries, but...

Retaliation For Requesting A Reasonable Accommodation In California: What Can You Do?

October 23rd, 2018 by JML-law
Generally, employees in California have a right to receive a reasonable accommodation from their employer if they qualify for an adjustment to the work environment or job duties due to disability, religion, pregnancy, or other reason. Under California law, several...

How To Determine That An Email You Received From Your Employer Constitutes Workplace Retaliation?

October 19th, 2018 by JML-law
Recognizing signs of workplace retaliation can be quite tricky, even impossible at times. Defining what retaliation is, in itself, is a daunting task even for the most experienced Los Angeles retaliation attorney. But do not worry. If you suspect that...

Retaliation in the Workplace

September 4th, 2018 by JML-law
Retaliation occurs when an employer intentionally harms an employee's employment because the employee participated in an activity that is protected by federal or state employment law. For example, if an employer fires an employee for taking legally afforded maternity leave...

Retaliation For Filing A Workers’ Comp Claim In California (Signs That Your Employer Is Retaliating Against You)

July 7th, 2018 by JML-law
Although you have every right to pursue a workers' compensation claim for your work-related injuries, employers in California are not exactly thrilled when they see such a claim on their table or when their workers are actually awarded workers' comp...

4 Not-So-Subtle Signs Of Workplace Retaliation (When Things Get Hostile And Illegal)

June 19th, 2018 by JML-law
Toxicity and disagreements are rampant in many workplaces across California. But when these conflicts, disagreements, and toxicity cross the line, they become hostile and therefore unlawful. But when do your employer's and coworkers' actions and behavior constitute retaliation? This the...