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In California, unsafe working conditions are any situations in the workplace that pose a risk of harm to employees’ health, safety, or life.  Causes of Unsafe Working Conditions Unsafe working conditions include any hazard that threatens employee health or safety, which may arise from: Faulty or unmaintained equipment Exposure to toxic chemicals or fumes Inadequate…

California’s moonlighting law refers to legal protections and restrictions surrounding an employee’s ability to work a second job outside of their primary employment. Our LA County employment attorneys are here to help fight for your rights in California, contact us today. Moonlighting Is Generally Legal in California California law does not prohibit employees from working…

Pay secrecy refers to workplace policies or practices that discourage or prohibit employees from discussing their wages, benefits, or compensation with coworkers. Historically, many employers in California discouraged wage transparency to avoid workplace conflict or to maintain control over compensation decisions. However, state law now offers protections that limit or prohibit pay secrecy practices. Reach…

If an employer punishes an employee for asserting their legal rights—such as reporting discrimination, filing a complaint, or participating in an investigation—that employee may have grounds to file a retaliation claim in Los Angeles, CA. To succeed, the employee must prove three key elements.  1. Protected Activity The first element of a retaliation claim is…

Retaliation is illegal under both California and federal law, yet it remains one of the most common forms of workplace misconduct. Understanding why employers retaliate can help employees recognize the warning signs and take steps to protect their rights. Fear of Exposure or Liability Many employers retaliate because they fear legal or financial consequences. When…

Pregnancy discrimination in the workplace is illegal under both federal and California law. However, it still happens—sometimes subtly, especially during the hiring process. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you have the right to be judged based on your qualifications, not your family plans. Knowing how to recognize pregnancy discrimination during job…

In most cases, California employers can legally terminate employees for working a second job, especially if there is no employment contract prohibiting it. Under at-will employment, employers do not need to justify firing decisions unless the termination violates a specific law or public policy. However, there are limits. Employers cannot fire you for having a…

Wrongful termination damages are designed to compensate the employee for the harm caused by the unlawful firing. These damages typically fall into the following categories: 1. Lost Wages (Back Pay) Back pay includes the wages, salary, commissions, and bonuses you would have earned from the date of termination to the date of settlement or judgment….

In most cases, employers have the legal right to require employees to return to in-person work. However, there are important exceptions and legal protections that workers should understand, especially when health, safety, or accommodations are involved. For legal help from an employment lawyer in Los Angeles, contact Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP today. At-Will Employment…

California, including Los Angeles, follows the legal doctrine of at-will employment, meaning that employers can terminate employees at any time, with or without cause or notice. Likewise, employees can leave a job without giving a reason. However, at-will employment is not absolute. Several important exceptions protect workers from unfair or unlawful termination. 1. Discrimination-Based Termination…