Here are the facts: Women in the workplace who are pregnant or who have recently given birth are a protected class according to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. According to this landmark legislation, "[...] women affected by pregnancy, childbirth, or...
Month: December 2018
What rules are there against workplace discrimination?
Rules exist against workplace discrimination to prevent California residents from experiencing negative work outcomes for illegitimate reasons. These reasons include race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, national origin,...
Study shows gender wage gap is much larger than we think
It turns out that the wage gap between men and women is much larger than anyone expected. Just how bad is it? New data reveals that women may earn only half of what men do over a 15-year span. But what's contributing to this massive pay difference? The factors of wage...
Former CHP officer files sexual orientation discrimination suit
Jay Brome worked as a California Highway Patrol officer (CHP) for 20 years. During his time with the department, he alleged that he faced harassment, discrimination and lack of support as a gay man. Brome has filed a suit against the CHP. He was taunted and threatened...
We have handled sexual harassment cases for more than 20 years
Sexual harassment is bad for employees; often they face isolation, retaliation and a hostile work environment. Sexual harassment also can take a toll on employers as they struggle with low morale and legal exposure. Eliminating sexual harassment is a worthy goal, as...
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.