Articles Posted in California Employment Law Cases

California Court of Appeals Denies Plaintiff Relief in Employment Discrimination Case
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

To succeed on a claim for wrongful termination from employment, a plaintiff must show that his or her termination was substantially motivated by a violation of public policy. Only when a plaintiff proves that he or she was fired for reasons such as discrimination or retaliation can that plaintiff receive a favorable verdict. A court…

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California’s Unfair Competition Law Can Help Workers Collect Unpaid Wages
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

California workers who have been subject to unfair or illegal employment practices by their employers may have several different routes to fight back against unfair treatment by employers. In addition to state legal remedies, such as a breach of contract claim, wronged employees can pursue federal legal and administrative remedies through federal courts or the…

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Aiding and Abetting Employment Discrimination in California
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

The Court of Appeals of California recently issued an opinion addressing several employment claims, including whether a union may be responsible for aiding and abetting discrimination. The plaintiff in this matter filed a wrongful termination case against his employer, a janitorial services company, and the union that represents the employer. The relevant issue on appeal…

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The Impact of the Anti-SLAPP Statute in California Employment Discrimination Lawsuits
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

California’s anti-SLAPP statute refers to the Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation. Lawmakers designed the statute to protect those who wish to speak out about public policy issues against more powerful corporate entities. In California, the term primarily refers to lawsuits stemming from discouraging speech about significant issues or public participation in governmental proceedings. While the…

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California Court Issues Decision on Employee Meal Period Violations
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

California’s Supreme Court recently issued a significant decision concerning California meal periods for employees. In California, in general, employers must give employees with a 30-minute meal period after at least the fifth hour of work and after at least the tenth hour of work. If an employee is not provided a compliant meal period, then…

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Court Finds California Employer Violated Meal-Break Laws
The Nourmand Law Firm, APC

The law requires that employers provide non-exempt California employees the ability to receive meal breaks and rest periods. In some instances, employers must provide exempt employees with the right to take meal breaks. The law does not extend to certain workers such as farm and domestic workers, or personal attendants. Under the state’s wage and…

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