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Jul31
Tesla Request for Arbitration in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Denied
Tesla has suffered several recent scandals, with one of the most damaging being the catcalling and sexual assault claims leveled by a former employee. Historically, …
Jul25
Meal & Rest Benefits Part of Employee Wages CA Supreme Court Rules
In a critical win for California workers, the state Supreme Court has ruled that meal and rest period premiums are considered “wages” under state law. …
Jun20
Can Your Employer Bar You From Talking About Your Pay?
It’s natural to be curious about what your coworkers earn or to be proud about the raise you just got. However, some employers may try …
Jun15
Ringing The Bell: AM+F profiled in recent Daily Journal Article
On the heels of a landmark victory in a race discrimination case against Tesla, the Daily Journal profiled AM+F partners Bernard Alexander, Tracy Fehr, Michael …
Jun14
Your Right to Take Vacation Days in California
American culture emphasizes the importance of a strong work ethic. Many people feel like taking a vacation or sick day is a sign that they …
May31
Do Handshake Contracts Hold Up in Court?
In a perfect world, contracts wouldn’t be necessary. People would be able to chat and work together to make arrangements that work for everyone. Unfortunately, …
What Is Internet Defamation?
The internet is an excellent way to spread information quickly and widely. The problem is that it can be used to spread lies just as …
Apr15
The Return of California’s Supplemental COVID-19 Sick Leave
California has been trying to balance opposing demands throughout the pandemic. On the one hand, the state government is dedicated to minimizing the infection rate …
Mar28
Banning the “Pink Tax” in California: What a New Bill Would Mean for You
California remains at the forefront when it comes to providing residents with more equitable treatment. One of the most current examples of this is Assembly …
Mar23
Caste Discrimination in the US: What Is It and What Does It Mean?
California has a long history of struggling with various kinds of discrimination. In the past century, the state has slowly but surely implemented laws prohibiting …
