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Life is unpredictable. Whether you’re welcoming a new child into your family, caring for a sick loved one, or recovering from your own serious health condition, there are times when you may need to take leave from work. The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) is a state law that protects your job and health insurance benefits while you’re on...
Continue ReadingLosing a loved one is never easy, and when it happens, the last thing you should be worrying about is your job. That’s where bereavement leave in California comes in, offering you the space and support you need to cope with the loss of a family member. Starting January 1, 2023, California requires certain employers to provide eligible employees...
Continue ReadingThe difference between full-time and part-time employment isn’t just how many hours an employee works but also the different full-time vs. part-time rights and benefits. To define full time and define part time accurately, it’s important to consider both legal guidelines and industry standards across the United States. Resources like the Bureau of Labor Statistics often provide insight into...
Continue ReadingIf you’ve recently left a job or plan to, you may wonder about your last paycheck. Employers must give you your final paycheck within days, whether they fire you or you quit. Final paycheck laws in California are clear on this, ensuring you receive your hard-earned money quickly. Let’s dive into these laws and consider when and how you...
Continue ReadingMany hardworking California employees hope to make extra cash this busy holiday season. But does working on a holiday entitle workers to special holiday pay? California holiday pay laws can be confusing, and the answer generally depends on whether you worked overtime on a holiday or just regular hours. If you have questions about California holiday pay laws or...
Continue ReadingWhen you are pregnant or about to welcome a new child into your home, federal and California laws protect your right to take time off to tend to your health and family. These laws are the federal Family and Medical Leave Act, California’s Pregnancy Disability Leave laws, and the California Family Rights Act. If your employer violates California maternity...
Continue ReadingConstructive discharge, also commonly known as constructive dismissal or constructive termination, is when an employer creates hostile, inappropriate, or unbearable working conditions that force an employee to resign. Although the employee chooses to quit, the employer’s actions sever the employment relationship. In other words, the employer’s misconduct “constructs” the environment that leads to the employee’s departure. For this reason,...
Continue ReadingCalifornia paternity leave laws support new fathers. If you’re a father-to-be or have recently become a dad in the Golden State, it is essential to understand these laws and the protections they offer during your child’s crucial early weeks and months. Comprehending the difference between paid vs. unpaid leave, recognizing employer violations, and being well-informed about legal processes are...
Continue ReadingIf your employer pays you less than you are entitled to, it has committed wage theft. You can combat wage theft and recoup your missing wages and penalties if you file a wage theft claim. To file a successful claim, you must provide strong evidence of what you are owed, submit appropriate paperwork to the state, and possibly argue...
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