We report an uptick in the number of religious discrimination cases in California. An interesting settlement this past week personifies the type of narrow minded and outdated policies that someRead MoreWeekly Recap: Religious Discrimination Uptick Exemplified by $260,000 Settlement by Shipping and Trucking Company to Sikh Workers and $175,000 Settlement for Racial Discrimination of San Diego Cop
Age Discrimination and Retaliation Verdict of $4.25M against Abbott Labs
Our attorneys report that last week a federal jury found that Abbott Labs, one of the largest health care companies in the world, violated its employee’s rights based on ageRead MoreAge Discrimination and Retaliation Verdict of $4.25M against Abbott Labs
Protected Speech in Quicken Loans’ Workplace and the Creation of Hostile Work Environment Awards Choked Worker $7.4M
A recent case involved the termination of an employee after another employee overheard him swearing in the bathroom while discussing client matters. Specifically, a Quicken Loans representative was speaking toRead MoreProtected Speech in Quicken Loans’ Workplace and the Creation of Hostile Work Environment Awards Choked Worker $7.4M
Another $1 Million for a Los Angeles Employee
Ms. Danielle Wells was a valued member of the Los Angeles Police Department for more than ten years, even being promoted to Sergeant during the time. However, like all employees,Read MoreAnother $1 Million for a Los Angeles Employee
Does An Arbitration Agreement Affect Your Employee Rights?
You get hired for a job. Your new employer hands you a stack of papers to sign. Employment application, non-disclosure agreement, and all kinds of policies. You may or mayRead MoreDoes An Arbitration Agreement Affect Your Employee Rights?
FAA Whistleblower Protection Program
Whistleblowers are an important part of our society. Today we will discuss a whistleblower protection program jointly operated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Occupational Safety and HealthRead MoreFAA Whistleblower Protection Program
Increased EEOC Activity Against Hostile Work Environment and Retaliation
In recent weeks, we have seen substantial activity by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Committee (“EEOC”) which brought claims against Hillshire Brands/Tyson Foods – formerly known as Sara Lee CorporationRead MoreIncreased EEOC Activity Against Hostile Work Environment and Retaliation
Danz’ Weekly Five Employee Rights Law Update
In this segment of Danz’ Weekly Five Employee Rights Law Update, we aim to provide our subscribers with a healthy dose of educational and timely information from recent cases orRead MoreDanz’ Weekly Five Employee Rights Law Update
Workplace Discrimination: 2015 Ushers in New Era of Age Violation
As Economy Forces Older Workers to Remain at Work, Workplace Discrimination Climbs: Recent Cases Involve Newport Beach Firefighters Suing their Department and a $26 Million Verdict to a Staples FacilitiesRead MoreWorkplace Discrimination: 2015 Ushers in New Era of Age Violation
New National Origin Workplace Discrimination Law in 2015
Employers May Not Discriminate Against Undocumented Workers Who Lawfully Obtain California Driver’s Licenses: Workplace Discrimination Effective January 1, 2015, the Safe and Responsible Driver Act will allow more than oneRead MoreNew National Origin Workplace Discrimination Law in 2015