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Workplace romances are fairly common in the United States. In one study, roughly one out of every three employees said that they were currently in a relationship or had previously dated a coworker. In some cases, this is even how people meet their future spouse....
The California Family Rights Act (CFRA) is a state statute that reinforces and expands upon the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Under the CFRA, employees can potentially take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave if they meet certain requirements imposed by the...
Not all states mandate meal breaks, but if a jurisdiction does, employers must comply—no exceptions exist for busy days or understaffing. Before assuming that interrupted lunch or skipped rest intervals are standard workplace practices, understanding the specific...
You have probably heard people talk about giving two weeks’ notice when quitting a job. In the past, you may have done the same thing. If you were on good terms with your employer, you may have wanted to give advance notice so they could hire a replacement or take...
In some cases, employees face pregnancy discrimination after they become pregnant. Someone may be nervous to tell their boss that they are pregnant, worrying that they will be terminated and replaced with another employee so that the company does not have to pay them...
Employers should base hiring decisions on the capabilities and performance of workers. The law actually protects workers from scenarios in which employers inappropriately consider personal characteristics that should have little to no bearing on their ability to...
One of the potential issues an employer can face when implementing disciplinary action is a discrimination claim. An employee may believe they have been treated unfavorably when facing punishment. Thus, it’s crucial for employers to take the appropriate steps when...