California Employment Law Blog

A recent ruling from the California Court of Appeal has confirmed that workers can still pursue claims under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), even if the specific violation they experienced occurred more than one year before filing. This decision provides necessary clarification for employees who want to bring claims for wage violations that affected…

The Supreme Court recently lifted a lower court’s block on widespread layoffs across federal agencies, including many with offices in California. This decision enables the federal government to proceed with significant staffing changes, which could affect thousands of employees in California. Although the ruling did not resolve the legal challenges against the layoffs, it removed…

A significant Supreme Court ruling in June 2025 has altered how courts address workplace discrimination claims, particularly those brought by employees from majority groups. Before this decision, employees who alleged “reverse discrimination” had to meet a higher burden just to move their case forward. That is no longer the rule. In this decision, the Court…

If you disclose a mental health condition at work, you may wonder if that information can be used against you. A recent federal case from June 2025 directly addressed this issue. An employee was removed from his safety-sensitive job after reporting that he took medication for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The employer claimed the medication…

If your employer pushes arbitration after a workplace violation, you are entitled to a process that moves forward without unnecessary delays. California law offers clear protections when companies stall or refuse to pay arbitration fees. A recent ruling from the California Court of Appeals confirms that employers cannot sidestep these responsibilities without facing legal consequences.…

You have the right to hold your employer accountable when workplace violations occur. However, taking legal action under California’s Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) requires careful attention to timing. A recent appellate court ruling confirms that if you wait too long to file, you may lose your ability to seek penalties even on behalf of…

When your employer forces you into arbitration and refuses to pay required fees, the law gives you the right to walk away from the process. A recent California appellate decision has made that clear, strengthening the ability of employees to seek justice without being trapped by delay tactics. What Happened in the Sanders Arbitration Dispute…

In a recent decision, a California appellate court ruled that employers may enforce meal period waivers under specific conditions for shifts between five and six hours. While this ruling may appear favorable to employers, it also highlights the importance of knowing your rights and making informed decisions in the workplace. What the Court Said About…

If your employer fires you because of your age, you have the right to pursue compensation. That protection applies no matter your background or immigration status. A recent California appellate decision confirms that undocumented workers may still recover lost wages in a workplace discrimination case if the employer cannot prove it knew about the worker’s…

If you bring a workplace harassment or retaliation claim to trial, you expect the judge and jury to weigh the facts fairly. Unfortunately, not every trial proceeds without serious mistakes. In a recent case out of Los Angeles, a tenured professor sued a public college district for sexual harassment and retaliation, ultimately winning a $10…