Next year looks to be a good one for California whistleblowers. Thanks to some new laws signed by Governor Jerry Brown, not only will whistleblower protections be expanded, but so will the number of people who can qualify for them.
Fired Fresno McDonald's employee wins suit, awarded $50,000
California school district boss allowed to retire despite charges
California bill aims to protect interns from sexual harassment
Appeals court rules for fired plaintiff in organ donation case
A California man who says that he was fired for requesting time off to donate a kidney to his sister has won in a long legal battle with his former employer. An appellate court has determined that he was a victim of what is called "associational" discrimination, which generally involves employees' disabled family members who are covered under their insurance, at a significant cost to the employer. The plaintiff's sister is disabled.
Professor plans to file wrongful termination lawsuit
In this age, there is no reason for an employer to wrongfully terminate an employee, however, this continues to be a problem in states throughout the country.
Discrimination in Los Angeles Fire Department continues
Feds step in, sue company that denied FMLA leave
Many employees don't understand the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and how it could impact them in the future at their place of employment. This federal act is the same for people in every state, from California to Ohio and everywhere in between.
Former oil company executive says she was fired for 'ethnic' look
New year will bring new legal protections for California workers
Man awarded settlement due to "no beards" policy
Many employers think they are doing the right thing by instituting policies, such as those that prohibit employees from having a beard or dressing a particular way. While they may not be intentionally attempting to harm an employee or applicant, this is exactly the way things come across.
