California employers often try to pinch pennies in as many ways as possible -- but some of those frugal measures violate the law. This is particularly true when it comes to wage laws and the misclassification of employees and independent contractors. If your employer...
Month: September 2015
Pregnancy discrimination charges filed against OWN, 2013
A former employee charged sex and pregnancy discrimination in a lawsuit filed by Bononi Law Group against the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN). The OWN employee was hired in 2010 at the senior director level and received favorble performance evaluations. She was told she...
Wrongful termination related to pregnancy
Many employees are unfamiliar with the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. This is particularly true among male workers and those who have no plan of becoming pregnant. As a pregnant woman, you must be aware of your rights in the workplace. Remember, just because you are...
Can I protect myself from being fired after an injury at work?
What should you do when you suffer a workplace injury? You may feel concerned about the potential for wrongful termination because you injured yourself -- and so you may not have taken any action at all. Instead of allowing yourself to be victimized by your California...
Bononi Law Group Takes On Sex Discrimination Suit Against Toymaker Mattel
Bononi Law Group has filed suit on behalf of a former employee of Mattel, Inc., the giant toymaker based in El Segundo. The lawsuit alleges that the vice-president of corporate affairs in 2013 and 2014 created a hostile work environment for women by making derogatory...
What do you know about retaliatory termination?
Most people, especially those who enjoy their job, never think twice about retaliatory termination. They never consider the fact that this could happen to them. Unfortunately, this form of termination happens from time to time.In short, here is what you need to know:...
What is language discrimination in the workplace?
Many of us think of discrimination in the context of race, gender or age -- but did you know that California victims of discrimination are often targeted because of the language they use? Language discrimination occurs happens when an employee is treated unfairly...
Bononi Law Group in the news: Age discrimination in Hollywood
An assistant director on the popular TV show The Big Bang Theory, Christopher Klausen, has filed a lawsuit against Warner Bros Television, the producer of the sitcom aired on the CBS network. The lawsuit charges violation of California's Fair Employment and Housing...
Can I use FMLA when adopting a child?
Did you know that you can enjoy protections from the Family and Medical Leave Act if you are adopting a child? Many California parents who are pursuing adoption or foster care may not realize that they have the same rights as someone who has had a biological child....
Are you familiar with these sexual harassment examples?
Despite the fact that there are laws in place to protect employees against sexual harassment, there are times when one person crosses the line. As the result, the victim is put in a difficult position. While some people are able to endure the harassment, nobody should...
Why Hire Bononi Law Group?
You can choose among many California law firms when seeking an attorney for your employment law matter. Here are four reasons you should consider Bononi Law Group.