Understanding California Employment Law
Why the "Interactive Process" Itself Matters in a Disability Accommodation Case
An employer can be liable for mishandling the PROCESS of discussing accommodation, even separate from whether an accommodation was ultimately denied.
Read article →Reporting a Safety Concern at Work Is Legally Protected — Here’s What That Covers
California’s whistleblower statute protects more than reports to outside agencies — internal reports and refusing illegal instructions are covered too.
Read article →California's Daily Overtime Rule: What Makes It Different From Federal Law
California calculates overtime by the DAY, not just the week — a meaningful difference from federal law that many employees don’t know about.
Read article →Five Signs a Termination May Have Been Wrongful
Suspicious timing, shifting explanations, and inconsistent treatment are common red flags — here’s what to look for.
Read article →At-Will Employment Doesn't Mean Your Employer Can Fire You for Any Reason
California is an at-will state, but at-will status has real, specific limits. Here’s what it actually does and doesn’t allow.
Read article →Facing Discrimination or Wrongful Termination? Get a Free Case Evaluation.
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