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My Boss is Harassing Me, Can I Sue?

My Boss is Harassing Me, Can I Sue?

By Lazear Mack May 31, 20180

Many of our callers report being tortured at the hands of a bad boss.  They call to ask us if they have a legal right to better treatment, or to get their job back after they have been fired. Often we must deliver bad news.  The answer is usually no. In this blog, we will […]Continue reading

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Predatory Sexual Harrassment Practices Outed in VC Community

Predatory Sexual Harrassment Practices Outed in VC Community

By Lazear Mack July 14, 20170

“[You are a] sorceress casting a spell.” […]comment[ing] on how she looked in a blue dress [he ]added, “Know what I’m thinking? Why am I sending you this — in private? (1)” A recent article in the New York Times contained some startling allegations made by many women currently working in the tech industry.  It would seem […]Continue reading

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Do You Think You Could Be a Victim of Race Discrimination at Work?

By Lazear Mack June 26, 20170

Race in the Workplace: The Facts about Discrimination We may want to believe we live in a post-racial society, but the facts often say otherwise. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) reports more than 32,000 race discrimination cases filed in 2016, representing about 35% of all cases pursued by the agency. We live in a […]Continue reading

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Are You Among Those Workers Declared “Past Your Pull Date”?

Are You Among Those Workers Declared “Past Your Pull Date”?

By Lazear Mack March 7, 20170

In September 2013, we wrote a piece called “LOGAN’S RUNWAY: Age Discrimination in the Workplace […]” which dealt with age discrimination in hiring and employment. Apparently, ageism is alive and well, as underscored in a recent survey utilizing fabricated resumes. We’ll take a look now at workers who have been told they are “past their […]Continue reading

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2017: Equal Pay Claims under California Law – Where are We Now?

By Lazear Mack February 9, 20170

To recap the current state of gender pay equity under California law: California’s Fair Pay Act went into effect on Jan. 1, 2016.  For the first time, a “full court press” effort was made by the legislature, to bar California employers from paying workers of one sex more than the workers of the opposite sex.  Last […]Continue reading

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10 Critical Steps to Get a Lawyer to Take Your Case

By Lazear Mack January 3, 20171

The law isn’t a product, it’s a relationship. Attorneys act as your spokespersons before the court, to put your best story forward. Both sides must communicate clearly to one another to achieve a favorable result. You want a lawyer you feel comfortable with. Someone who responds to you with intelligence and compassion, and who listens […]Continue reading

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Pregnant and Fired? 4 Scenarios of Pregnancy Discrimination

Pregnant and Fired? 4 Scenarios of Pregnancy Discrimination

By Lazear Mack November 17, 20150

Getting fired for being pregnant is still illegal, but not as rare as you’d like to think… Recently, we wrote about a pregnant employee who was terminated when she submitted a request for an accommodation designed to protect her unborn child during a difficult pregnancy. Even in an at-will employment state like California, where employment […]Continue reading

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5 Steps to Protect Yourself Against Discrimination & Harassment

By Lazear Mack October 29, 20150

Diagnosing The Problem Many of our intake callers describe discrimination or harassment at work. Sometimes there is little we can do. If the situation they are dealing with is merely a demanding or unreasonable supervisor, the law may not be able to assist. Someday soon, the legislature may prohibit severe bullying at work, but until then, it remains […]Continue reading

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SCOTUS Ruling on Marriage Equality Impacts Your Rights as an Employee

By Lazear Mack October 22, 20150

Marriage Equality Means Equal Rights for LGBTQ Employees The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling legalizing same-sex marriage was both historic and monumental. However, it was only the first step on the much higher set of stairs we must climb to ensure workplace fairness to all groups.  The struggle will now be to ensure all federal workplace and employment […]Continue reading

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FMLA may protect workers taking leave for injury or illness

Fired for being injured or sick? Employers may be violating your rights under FMLA

By Lazear Mack March 30, 20152

Protections granted to employees by the Family Medical Leave Act are important to be aware of. It is difficult enough to keep a job while struggling with an injury or illness. The FMLA can provide protections for those whose health is presenting temporary challenges on the job. The FMLA can provide time away to care for a family […]Continue reading

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