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What Can I Do If My California Employer Is Retaliating Against Me for Taking FMLA Leave?
January 21, 2025The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and California’s California Family Rights Act (CFRA) provide critical protections for employees who need to take time off for medical or family reasons. These laws ensure that eligible employees can take up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave without fear of losing their job or facing retaliation. However, some employers violate these
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Pregnancy Discrimination in California: What Are Your Options?
January 14, 2025Pregnancy is a significant life event, but for many women, it can come with challenges in the workplace. Despite legal protections, pregnancy discrimination remains a pervasive issue in California. Employers may deny accommodations, pass over pregnant employees for promotions, or even terminate them unlawfully. At Abramson Labor Group, we believe no one should have to choose between their career and
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How to Prove Disability Discrimination in the Workplace
January 7, 2025Disability discrimination in the workplace is not only unethical but also illegal under California and federal law. Employers are required to provide equal opportunities and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. However, proving disability discrimination can often be challenging, as it may manifest in subtle or indirect ways. At Abramson Labor Group, we are committed to helping employees understand their
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Immigration Status and Workplace Rights in California
December 31, 2024Your immigration status should never compromise your rights in the workplace. California has some of the strongest labor laws in the United States, designed to protect all workers—regardless of immigration status. However, many workers remain unaware of their protections, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation or discrimination. At Abramson Labor Group, we are committed to ensuring that every employee is treated
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How to Spot Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
December 24, 2024Racial discrimination in the workplace is not only unethical but also illegal under federal and California state laws. Despite this, it remains a pervasive issue, often manifesting in subtle or covert ways. Recognizing the signs of racial discrimination is the first step toward addressing and combating it. At Abramson Labor Group, we are committed to ensuring that every worker is
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How to Spot Age Discrimination in California Workplaces
December 17, 2024Age discrimination in the workplace is a serious issue that can affect employees' careers, financial stability, and overall well-being. While California has robust laws to protect workers from such bias, age discrimination often occurs in subtle or disguised ways, making it difficult to identify and prove. At Abramson Labor Group, we are committed to ensuring that every worker is treated
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Understanding California Meal and Rest Break Requirements for Employees
December 10, 2024California is renowned for its robust labor laws, offering some of the most employee-friendly protections in the nation. One key area of protection is the state’s strict regulations around meal and rest breaks. At Abramson Labor Group, we’re committed to helping employees understand and protect their workplace rights. In this post, we’ll break down California’s meal and rest break requirements,
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How to Sue for a Slip and Fall Accident at Work
December 3, 2024Slip and fall accidents at work are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries, often resulting in serious harm and financial burdens. If you’ve been injured in a workplace slip and fall, you may be entitled to compensation through workers’ compensation. At Abramson Labor Group, we help employees navigate their rights after workplace injuries, ensuring they receive the justice
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What Is a Hostile Work Environment?
November 26, 2024At Abramson Labor Group, we know that going to work every day should feel safe and fair. Unfortunately, for many employees, that isn’t the reality. Hostile work environments can make your job feel unbearable, but knowing your rights is the first step in addressing the issue. The term "hostile work environment" is often thrown around, but it has a specific
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Sexual Harassment in California Workplaces
October 4, 2021What do you do if you are sexually harassed at your work place? Do you report it? Will you lose your job? How can you make it stop? What if it’s a manager, or even your boss? How do you know if it is sexual harassment or just rude obnoxious behavior? Exactly, what is workplace sexual harassment in California and
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