Pregnancy and Covid: Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace

Being pregnant during the pandemic can be a frightening experience, even if you are able to stay at home most of the time. However, more and more people in California are required to report back to the office, and it is natural to be nervous for yourself and your unborn child if you are pregnant…

How Important is Confidentiality in a Sexual Harassment Case?

Being the victim of sexual harassment can be emotionally – or even physically – traumatizing. Not only does someone have to endure the offensive harassment, but then they also will likely have to participate in a detailed investigation into the harassment complaint. Investigations can be performed by HR or outside investigators, and they will have…

Can You Sue for Harassment in the Workplace?

According to workplace statistics, sex place harassment allegations have increased over the last decade, with more people coming forward each year. Should you have been the unfortunate victim of one of the many forms of harassment commonly found in the workplace, you might not know what to do. A California employment attorney can help you…

What are My Rights as a Pregnant Employee During the Pandemic?

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a frightening experience for everyone, but especially for those women who are expecting a child. Pregnancy already puts significant strain on your immune system, and researchers are still unsure about all of the possible effects of COVID-19 exposure on pregnant women and unborn babies. The CDC advises that pregnant women…

What to Do if a Coworker is Sexually Harassing You

Sexual harassment – or any type of harassment, for that matter – is never acceptable in the workplace. If you believe that a coworker is sexually harassing you, there are certain steps that you should immediately take with your employer. If the harassment does not stop immediately, it is important that you speak with a…

Three Types of Workplace Harassment to Watch Out For

Virtually all individuals who work for an employer in the State of California are legally protected against various forms of harassment – including sexual harassment – that occur in the workplace. In general, harassment in the workplace happens when an individual directs unwanted, inappropriate, or negative conduct towards a worker that is based upon one…