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How Does California’s Anti-SLAPP Law Apply to Employment Disputes?
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California’s anti-SLAPP law helps to identify and dismiss frivolous lawsuits that intend to hinder a person or entity from exercising their First Amendment right to freedom of speech and petition. To defend against a burdensome lawsuit, a defendant can file an anti-SLAPP motion to dismiss the suit. An anti-SLAPP motion places the burden on the…

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California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act
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The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is a comprehensive civil rights law that protects individuals from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment and housing. FEHA covers a wide range of protected classes, including race, gender, disability, and sexual orientation, and applies to public and private employers, labor organizations, and employment agencies. FEHA Provides…

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What Is Bad Character Evidence in a California Employment Lawsuit?
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If an employee sues their employer for discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, the employer may attempt to cast the employee in an unfavorable light. This often takes the form of bad character evidence, which suggests the employee possesses a negative trait. Bad character evidence often has no impact on the legal claims at issue and only…

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When Are Forced Employment Arbitration Agreements Invalid in California?
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When an employee begins a new job, their employer will likely require them to sign an arbitration agreement. Should a dispute arise between the employee and employer, the agreement will require the parties to resolve their dispute through an arbitrator rather than a court. Too often, arbitration agreements give employers an unfair advantage by stipulating…

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Understanding California’s New Employment Laws in 2024
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California employment laws are constantly changing. The California legislature has enacted several new laws that will go into effect this year. Below is a guide to the most important changes in California employment law that you need to know. 2024 Developments in California Employment Law First, California has expanded its paid sick leave laws. Paid…

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California Court Says Employee’s Age Discrimination Case Should Proceed to Trial
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In this blog post, we discuss a significant California employment law case where the plaintiff appealed a trial court’s granting of summary judgment in favor of his employer, the Permanente Medical Group, Inc. The case underscores key aspects of California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) in addressing age discrimination and workplace rights. The Facts…

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Student Athlete Will Be Permitted to Pursue Sexual Harassment Claim Against UC Berkeley
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In the last several years, countless allegations of sexual harassment and abuse have been made by students and others who participated in collegiate or even high school sports. The rise of the #metoo movement allowed victims of sexual abuse and harassment to come forward with more confidence that their claims will be addressed. A California…

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What Constitutes Adverse Employment Action in California?
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What is an Adverse Employment Action? In the complex and ever-changing landscape of employment law, understanding what constitutes an “adverse employment action” is crucial for both employers and employees. As a leading Los Angeles employment law firm, the Hardin Law Group wants to clarify these often misunderstood aspects of employment law. This is particularly important…

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Do I tell my employer about my disability?
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As a worker with a disability in the state of California, it is important that you know how laws protect you in the workplace. Although the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sets forth regulations that ensure equal opportunity for all employees, reporting a disability can often times feel disconcerting. Even with most job applications incorporating…

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