Workplace discrimination is a pervasive yet often unaddressed problem, lingering like an invisible barrier between applicants and their dream jobs. Despite laws intended to ensure equal opportunity employment, there’s a persistent prevalence of discrimination during the job interview process in California, as elsewhere. The Different Facets of Discrimination Discrimination takes many forms, and understanding these… Read More
Although California is technically an at-will employment state, where an employer can fire you at any time, that doesn’t necessarily mean an employer can terminate your employment for any reason. Illegal reasons to fire an employee in California include (but aren’t limited to) retaliation, age discrimination, gender identity discrimination, change in marital status, pregnancy, and… Read More
Azadian Law Group, PC is thrilled to announce that they have been selected as the recipient of the City’s Best Award for 2023. This award is given to one business in each major city across the United States, recognizing outstanding quality, service, and overall excellence. The City’s Best Award is an accolade that showcases businesses… Read More
Workplace harassment is a serious issue that can have significant physical, emotional, and financial consequences. Unfortunately, many employees respond to harassment in the wrong way, which can further exacerbate the problem. This overview will discuss some of the wrong ways to respond to workplace harassment and why discussing the matter with an attorney may be… Read More
Wrongful termination can have a significant impact on the lives of workers in the United States. It occurs when an employer terminates an employee for illegal reasons. Examples include discrimination, retaliation, or a violation of an employment contract. It is difficult to determine exactly how common wrongful termination is in the US. That said, evidence… Read More
California is one of a few states that operate under at-will employment laws, which can have a significant impact on a wrongful termination claim or lawsuit. At-will employment means that either the employer or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason that is not illegal. Understanding how these laws… Read More
Which Groups Experience Workplace Discrimination Most Often in the US? Workplace discrimination is a serious issue that affects many people in the United States. It occurs when an employee is treated unfairly or unfairly disadvantaged due to their race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, or other characteristics. Discrimination can take many forms, including harassment, unequal… Read More