The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional uncertainty and anxiety for many pregnant employees and new parents. As employers change their businesses to comply with social distancing and stay-at-home orders, pregnant employees and new parents are increasingly concerned about job security and staying healthy at work. To respond to these concerns,…

On March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency to curb the spread of COVID-19. Governor Newsom’s orders have resulted in the closure of a number of nonessential businesses and a wide range of workplaces. As a result, many employers are reducing their workforces or allowing employees to…

Workers must be able to assert their legal rights without facing unlawful retaliation from their employers. Unfortunately, workplace retaliation remains a serious problem in California and across the United States. In fact, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) notes that retaliation is asserted as a cause of action in nearly…

In September of 2018, Mark Steines — previously the host of the Hallmark Channel’s “Home & Family” television show — filed a wrongful termination lawsuit against his former employer. In his lawsuit, Mr. Steines alleged that he was fired due to the fact that he reported sexual harassment against coworkers…