Understanding and navigating the intricacies of paternity leave can be overwhelming for new parents who are already juggling the responsibilities and adjustments that come with a new child. The state of California, recognizing the importance of supporting new families during this critical time, has established comprehensive paternity leave laws to alleviate some of the stress […]

There are many types of leaves of absences that employees can take.  The following leaves are some of the leaves protected by law:  medical/disability leave, family leave, and pregnancy leave.   Terminating an employee because they need medical or family leave is illegal.  But, it is not illegal to terminate an employee in the middle of a leave if […]

California is known to be at the forefront of implementing progressive employment laws that safeguard the rights and well-being of employees. Pregnant workers are no exception. As a result, both employees and employers have a shared responsibility to be well-informed about the rights and protections afforded to pregnant workers under California law. This ensures a […]

We obtained an Arbitration Verdict of over $2.1 million dollars in a disability discrimination/wrongful termination case against one of the top 10 biggest companies in the United States! Our client was a dedicated employee for over 8 years with multiple raises, bonuses, and promotions. Then she became disabled and needed some time off and minor […]

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are concerned about staying healthy and preventing germs from spreading to others. For many people, this means remaining home from work if they are feeling ill, whereas, in past years, they may have powered through their illness at the office. Employees generally learn about their employer’s […]