Data indicates that the EEOC received 143 new employment discrimination cases in FY 2023, an increase of over 50% compared to FY 2022. The trend reflects the steady increase in discrimination cases filed against employers, making it important for employers to...
According to California Workers’ Compensation Laws, an employer should offer insurance and cover the medical treatment of an employee suffering from a workplace injury. Any employee who suffers from a workplace injury or illness is entitled to certain workers’...
As the modern workplace evolves, many employers and employees have shifted away from traditional office environments in favor of remote work. In California, this shift comes with specific legal obligations and protections. The state has strong employee protection laws...
An EEOC complaint is a formal charge filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) by an employee or job applicant who believes they’ve been discriminated against at work. This discrimination may be based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy,...
While society rightly prioritizes protecting victims of sexual harassment, there is another side that cannot be ignored – false allegations. Being wrongfully accused of harassment can have devastating consequences, ranging from damaged reputations and lost...
The average cost for employers to defend an employment lawsuit can vary significantly depending on whether the case settles or goes to trial. On average, it costs employers around $75,000 to work with an employment lawyer to settle a claim before it reaches trial....
