On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Nov 23, 2020 | Discrimination
With few exceptions, employers in the U.S. must complete Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees they hire. Because hiring unauthorized workers may violate federal law, the I-9 confirms employers have verified the identities and work...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | May 18, 2020 | Discrimination
Many Americans are living longer and participating in the workforce well after the traditional retirement age. However, too many employers continue to discriminate against “older” employees. From denied training opportunities to career change hurdles or even the loss...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Feb 22, 2020 | Discrimination
If you are a veteran of the United States Armed Forces, you gave of yourself and sacrificed for your country. Returning to civilian life requires a big adjustment from your enlisted years. And, it generally also means reentering the civilian workforce. As you search...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Jan 6, 2020 | Discrimination, Harassment And Retaliation
The California Democratic Party has recently settled lawsuits filed by a leader who used to work in the organization. There were three lawsuits filed, all naming Eric Bauman as an aggressor in incidents involving sexual harassment, unwanted physical contact and other...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Oct 31, 2019 | Discrimination, Harassment And Retaliation
One’s workplace should be a safe place. It should not be a place where certain aspects of one’s personal life affect how one is treated. Unfortunately, discrimination in the workplace is a very real problem in California and elsewhere. A recent case in...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Oct 18, 2019 | Discrimination, Harassment And Retaliation
When it comes to employment, there are various protected classes in the United States. Those in these classes cannot be discriminated against, and if they are, they may have legal recourse. This week, this column will specifically address disability discrimination and...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Sep 18, 2019 | Discrimination, Harassment And Retaliation
Sometimes things do not go smoothly in the workplace. California employees who feel their bosses or other workers are treating them unfairly may file a complaint, either with the bosses, with human resources or with an outside authority, such as the U.S. Equal...
On behalf of Alexander Morrison + Fehr, LLP | Sep 18, 2019 | Discrimination, Harassment And Retaliation
Federal and California laws prohibit discrimination against a number of protected classes during any phase of the employment process. This means an employer may not refuse employment, raises, promotions or other opportunities to someone based on the person’s race,...
