When Algorithms Make the Decisions: What Workers Should Know About AI and Employment Discrimination

Hiring practices have changed dramatically in the last decade. Many job seekers today never speak to a person during the early stages of applying for work. Instead, they interact with software platforms…

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A recent case against Costco Wholesale Corp. reveals the legal obligations employers have beyond the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA).

Insights from the Costco Lawsuit: How Medical Leave and Reasonable Accommodations Intersect in California

When a medical crisis hits, workers often assume their employer will follow the law, offer support and make reasonable accommodations. But what happens when the company’s leave policy limits clash with California…

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Mobley alleges that Workday’s AI system discriminated against him based on his race, age and disability status.

When Algorithms Make the Decisions: What Workers Should Know About AI and Employment Discrimination

Hiring practices have changed dramatically in the last decade. Many job seekers today never speak to a person during the early stages of applying for work. Instead, they interact with software platforms…

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While AI tools can speed up hiring and reduce paperwork, they also raise serious concerns about fairness.

Can AI Be Biased? What California Workers Should Know About the New Rules for Hiring Technology

Artificial intelligence has become a major player in the workplace, especially in hiring. Whether you realize it or not, many employers now use automated tools to screen resumes, rank candidates and even…

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A recent investigation at Angry Fish Sushi in San Leandro revealed multiple labor law violations that directly impacted workers’ pay and legal protections.

San Leandro Sushi Restaurant Cited for Wage Theft Over Stolen Tips and Unpaid Overtime

Wage theft is a common issue in California’s restaurant industry, where workers may be paid in cash, often rely on tips and work long or irregular hours. A recent investigation at Angry…

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In a recent workplace disability discrimination case, the court granted $150,000 to a worker who lost his position after his employer, Catalyst Family, failed to provide basic disability accommodations.

California Child Center Teacher Fired After Asking for Disability Accommodations

Employees with disabilities must receive reasonable workplace accommodations to allow them to perform their work duties and maintain their employment. Unfortunately, workers may face unfair treatment at work; an employer may attempt…

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A new lawsuit filed under California’s Private Attorneys General Act accuses the California Basketball Officials Association (CBOA) of misclassifying its instructors as independent contractors.

California Basketball Officials Association Faces Worker Misclassification Lawsuit

Independent contractors or employees? The distinction is more than just a label. It determines whether workers receive crucial labor protections like minimum wage, overtime pay, workers’ compensation and unemployment benefits. Although working…

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A California jury awarded a former truck driver $34.7 million after finding that the company falsely accused him of workers’ compensation fraud and wrongfully terminated him, defaming his character.

False Accusations at Work: Lessons from Walmart’s $35 Million Defamation Verdict

Employment defamation can have devastating consequences for workers, leading to lost opportunities, emotional distress and damaged reputations. When false statements are made by an employer, particularly in the context of accusations of…

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Age discrimination remains a persistent issue in workplaces, particularly for workers aged 50 and older.

AARP Study Reveals Ongoing Struggles Against Workplace Age Discrimination

Age discrimination remains a persistent issue in workplaces, particularly for workers aged 50 and older. A study by AARP revealed that six in 10 workers over 50 have witnessed or experienced subtle…

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