Articles Posted in Employment Discrimination

The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protects employees from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in the workplace. Under FEHA, it is illegal for an employer to harass an employee based on race and unlawful for an employer to retaliate against an employee who reports racial harassment. These laws are critical for ensuring that employees…

In a recent decision by the Fifth District California Court of Appeals, the court upheld summary judgment in favor of an employer in a case involving claims of disability discrimination and retaliation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The employee, who was terminated by the County, alleged that the termination was based…

A recent case from the Fourth Appellate District highlights the challenges employees face when seeking justice for discrimination in the workplace. An employee sued her supervisor and employer for age and national origin discrimination under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). The employer moved for summary judgment, claiming it did not meet the…

If you’ve experienced a hostile work environment, you know how damaging it can be to your mental and emotional health. Understanding your rights under California law can help you take the necessary steps to seek justice. Here’s what you need to know about proving a hostile work environment claim. What is a Hostile Work Environment?…

The Court of Appeal of the State of California Second Appellate District found an arbitration agreement between the University of Southern California (USC) and its employee (plaintiff) to be unconscionable. The employee filed a lawsuit against USC and two coworkers, alleging discrimination and harassment. USC sought to compel arbitration based on an agreement the employee…

For individuals in California or elsewhere who believe they have been victims of sexual harassment or discrimination, pursuing these claims against a large multinational corporation can be a daunting task. A California woman recently sought relief from the California Court of Appeals to proceed with her claims of sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation based on…

In a recent California Court of Appeals case decided in February 2023, the court’s decision illuminates the burden that employees bear, specifically employees who are bringing disability discrimination claims against their employers. In this case, a registered nurse’s employment was terminated by the County after the County determined that she was unable to perform the…

In a recent opinion decided by the Napa County Superior Court, the court decided against the plaintiff in an employment lawsuit, bringing to light the importance of meeting filing deadlines and understanding and following the legal rules put in place regarding certain filing requirements. In this case, an employee of the California Department of State…

In a recent case, the Third District Court of Appeals Division in California ruled on an appeal involving a former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) who lodged wrongful termination allegations against Ampla Health, a nonprofit healthcare provider serving low-income families. The plaintiff sued her former employer for race and gender discrimination, retaliation, and wrongful termination after…

Earlier this month, an employee appealed the lower court’s decision in favor of his employer in a wrongful termination case. When the case was before the lower court, the plaintiff unsuccessfully argued that he should succeed because his employer engaged in disability discrimination. On appeal, the higher court agreed with the lower court, ruling again…