It is against the law in California to subject an employee to harassment based on gender classification. This harassment can include actions like rude remarks or unwanted sexual advances. Sexual harassment can also involve denying work and advancement opportunities to...
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Reasonable accommodations under the ADA
If you have a disability, the state of California requires your employer to provide reasonable accommodations. In most cases, you'll have to talk to your employer first. They're not required to provide accommodations unless you specifically ask for them. Once you do,...
Google agrees to settle discrimination claims
Google has agreed to settle allegations brought by female software engineers who claimed that men received higher salaries for doing the same work and Asian and female job applicants who were denied positions with the company. The U.S. Department of Labor announced...
Helping yourself to minimize the damage of harassment
Any kind of California workplace discrimination or harassment can make people feel like they have no control over their situation. Sexual harassment is especially deplorable conduct that can change your life. When someone in a position of authority invades your...
Motion Picture Association sued over age discrimination
Many people in California experience age discrimination in the workplace, but the problem often goes unreported. In many cases, discrimination against one employee is hard to prove unless the employer makes blatant comments about the employee’s age. When a pattern of...
When does your job have to pay overtime?
Employees in the state of California are covered by certain laws that keep businesses from exploiting them. These laws cover wages, meal and break periods, overtime pay, time off and more. In particular, overtime pay is relevant to individuals who work forty hours or...
How can you qualify for FMLA leave?
If you need to take time off from your job in California, you might be eligible for 12 weeks of unpaid leave through the Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA. This act allows qualifying employees to take time off to deal with medical or family emergencies. During...
Partners at Bononi Law Group, LLP, recognized on 2020 California Super Lawyers list
The partners at , Michael Bononi and William Waldo, were both nominated and chosen for the 2020 California Super Lawyers list. This elite list highlights attorneys in more than 70 practice areas that demonstrate outstanding skill, service...
Sexual harassment myths: The reality of harassment
There are dozens of myths surrounding sexual harassment, but it is wise that people understand the reality. Sexual harassment can and does happen in workplaces. It doesn't only affect women, and it isn't as uncommon as some people may believe. Here are three myths...
Unique Family Medical Leave lawsuit brings up legal questions
In most Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims, employees sue their employers due to a denial of leave or for being wrongfully terminated for taking FMLA leave. However, in one recent lawsuit, the employee had a different kind of concern — privacy. The FMLA allows...
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.