The attitude toward pregnant women in the workplace has changed drastically over the course of the last several decades. In fact, there are laws in place protecting women from discrimination based on their pregnancy. Unfortunately, many women still face persecution...
Month: December 2017
Data shows harassment suits on the rise against employers
Here at LiLaw Inc., we represent both employers and employees in the Greater Gay Area in matters concerning illegal harassment in the workplace. Most prominent in the news, of course, is sexual harassment, but other types of harassment are also illegal such as those...
Reese Witherspoon, Gillian Flynn subject of copyright litigation
Authors in California often work hard to ensure that their work is experienced by a wide audience of people. Unfortunately, in some cases they must also work hard to protect their creations from copyright infringement or allegations of infringement. For example, the...
Litigation after nurse claims wrongful termination
The vast majority of people who work in health care in California and across the country are dedicated, educated professionals who are committed to protecting their patients. If a nurse, for example, is ethically and legally required to report patient abuse at the...
Employees could turn to litigation if HR fails to help
It seems that every day the news brings stories of yet another person accused of sexual misconduct or harassment in the workplace. Many of the most recent accusations have involved high-powered or highly visible men, and the fallout has been remarkable. However, the...