San Francisco Civil Rights Lawyers
Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination based on numerous characteristics, including disabilities. Employees with handicaps have the right to employment, for example, even if certain reasonable accommodations have to be made to address the challenges that the disability poses. If you face disability discrimination, one of your legal options may be to begin a handicap […]
Published on June 10, 2026Despite over 60 years of state and federal laws that prohibit racial discrimination, many workers still experience harassment and disparate treatment in the workplace. You have rights when you experience discrimination due to your race. A racial discrimination case can help you regain your career and recover compensation for the losses you suffered. A discrimination […]
Published on May 27, 2026If you have experienced pregnancy discrimination, you have legal recourse. Filing a pregnancy discrimination complaint gives you the chance to hold parties responsible for the losses you sustained, including lost wages and pain and suffering. Filing pregnancy discrimination claims in San Francisco is not a simple process, however. You may find it less daunting with […]
Published on May 4, 2026Experiencing sexual assault at work can be devastating. For some survivors, a legal claim can serve as a powerful way to get justice and closure. In California, workers can bring sexual harassment claims under both state and federal laws. But which California law protects workers from sexual harassment? State law protections against harassment in the […]
Published on April 8, 2026Getting fired for an illegal reason can turn your life upside down, and the clock starts right away. In California, wrongful termination means a firing that violates a statute, a written or implied contract, or basic public policy, like punishing you for reporting discrimination. The timeline to act is short, and missing a deadline can […]
Published on February 25, 2026Being fired from your job is incredibly stressful, often promoting feelings of confusion and sadness. However, being terminated for the wrong reasons can inspire anger and motivate you to seek justice. California employment law protects employees when their termination violates certain laws or legal principles. The experienced wrongful termination lawyers at California Civil Rights Law […]
Published on January 7, 2026No one should have to deal with sexual harassment in the workplace. Unfortunately, countless Californians face hostile work environments every day. If you’ve been subjected to sexual harassment at work, it’s easy to feel like you’re fighting a battle on your own. Fortunately, you don’t have to. When you work with an attorney experienced with […]
Published on January 7, 2026What Constitutes Wrongful Termination? Wrongful termination (also known as a wrongful discharge) simply means that a person has been fired for illegal reasons. Wrongful termination covers a wide variety of topics within employment law, but some of the most common include when an employer fires employees for: It is important to note that wrongful termination […]
Published on April 21, 2024What is considered an invasion of privacy at work? Determining whether you have suffered an invasion of privacy requires evaluating whether you had a reasonable expectation of privacy. For example, if you had a private phone call in your office where you didn’t think anyone was listening and you later found out a coworker was […]
Published on April 17, 2023What does the Family and Medical leave act provide? The Family and Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) provides qualified employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave per year for qualified medical and family reasons. What types of businesses/employers does the FMLA apply to? The FMLA applies to all public agencies, all public and […]
Published on April 16, 2023How do you know if your workplace is discriminating? Discrimination occurs when you are treated differently while performing your job duties because of your protected class. Under California law, this includes your: race, color, religion, sex (pregnancy or gender), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, mental and physical disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (cancer/genetic […]
Published on February 13, 2023When Should You Ask for an Employment Contract? To ensure the terms and conditions of your employment are clear and fair, you should ask for an employment contract before you have accepted a position. This will provide you with an opportunity to negotiate your contract before the start of your employment when your bargaining power […]
Published on February 13, 2023