Following an injury at work, you may ask yourself, “Does workers’ comp pay for pain and suffering in California?” The state insurance program covers a wide range of damages and aims to significantly reduce the financial burden of seeking medical treatments and being reimbursed for
Remote work remains a significant part of many companies’ operations. When one or more workers send inappropriate messages or engage in hostile online behavior, anyone targeted by that workplace misconduct can suffer emotional harm and potential professional setbacks. California’s employment law protections may extend beyond
Workers in California can be harassed for a combination of protected characteristics. When someone is targeted due to their gender and race, for example, the emotional harm can be especially harmful because it compounds the cause behind the discrimination. Any worker who is subjected to
In California, same-sex harassment is just as serious a civil offense as sexual harassment between people of different genders. State law makes it clear that the sexual orientation of people involved in workplace misconduct does not mitigate the severity of the offense. Whether the harassment
Enduring sexual harassment in the workplace can be an overwhelming, frustrating, enraging, and humiliating experience. You should never have to worry about harassment in the workplace while you are trying to do your job. You should never have to feel uncomfortable in your workplace because
Disability discrimination in California occurs when employers, businesses, or housing providers treat individuals unfairly due to a physical or mental disability. California law protects against this under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and requires reasonable accommodations unless it causes undue hardship. Disabled individuals
In 2025, California workers’ comp still covers COVID-19 if the employee contracts it at work. Presumptions under SB 1159 remain for frontline workers like healthcare and emergency services. Employers must report outbreaks, and employees retain access to medical treatment and wage replacement if infected while
While many people think about sexual harassment as an offense committed by an employer or coworker, there are also times when sexual harassment by a client or vendor in California can lead to emotional harm. California law protects employees from harassment by non-employees, and employers
Sexual favoritism in California workplaces can create a toxic environment where important matters like promotions or raises are influenced by personal relationships or physical attraction rather than merit. Understanding how sexual favoritism affects workplace dynamics and what protections California law provides can help employees recognize
The sudden loss of a loved one is always a devastating experience. Following a work-related death, you may begin having questions about who is at fault and which parties are eligible to pursue compensation through the civil courts. Legal representation can help you determine who
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