San Francisco Civil Rights Lawyers
Employment discrimination is strictly prohibited under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), which offers some of the most robust workers’ protections in the country. Federal laws further help workers with protected characteristics. The Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), and Title VII of […]
Published on October 5, 2026If you have an illness, condition, or injury that prevents you from working at the same capacity as you used to, or at all, you may be entitled to file for disability benefits. Knowing your employee disability rights in California means understanding that everything from mobility and sensory impairments to medical issues like diabetes and […]
Published on September 29, 2026In California, there are legal protections for pregnant women that help prevent pregnancy discrimination at work. State and federal laws require that employers provide reasonable accommodations for pregnancy and related medical conditions, and that they don’t treat pregnant employees in any type of discriminatory manner. If you were fired while pregnant or suffered adverse effects […]
Published on July 7, 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, 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, 2026