Workplace racism can manifest in various forms, ranging from overt discrimination to subtle systemic biases. When employees encounter racism, it may be challenging to determine the appropriate course of action. The process of reporting such incidents often requires an understanding of both the legal framework which prohibits workplace discrimination and the internal policies that govern […]
Racial discrimination in the workplace refers to unfair or unfavorable treatment of individuals based on their race, color, descent, or national or ethnic origin. It manifests in a myriad of forms, ranging from explicit racial harassment to subtle systemic practices that create disadvantages for certain racial groups. This discriminatory conduct can affect many aspects of […]
Under both federal and state law, most employers in California must adhere to regulations that prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Employers are required to act when an employee complains about sexual harassment or harassment based on protected categories such as religion, race, age, or disability. According to state law, employers must actively work […]
It may not seem like it, but sexual favoritism is a type of sexual harassment. It occurs when employees who are involved in a consensual romantic or sexual relationship with a superior receive preferential treatment in the form of promotions, raises, or other job-related benefits. Although the relationship and the favors granted might be consensual, […]
Workplace retaliation in California occurs when an employer disciplines or punishes an employee for taking part in activities protected by law. An act of retaliation could be anything from firing the employee, reducing their salary, demoting them, or reassigning them to a different task or shift. Sometimes, the adverse nature of these actions is obvious, […]
Harassment by coworkers is one of the most traumatic experiences an employee may go through. For the protection of employees against this type of harassment, California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) says that an employer may be held liable for workplace harassment even if the perpetrator was not a supervisor but only a coworker. […]
