Although Title VII of the Civil Rights Act is known best for its ability to address instances of racial and gender employment discrimination, these are only two of the many…
read moreCalifornia has amended its Labor Code to include greater protections for employees from sexual harassment in the workplace. The amendment comes as a result of a need for clarity about…
read moreUnder Title VII of the Civil Right Act of 1964, employers are prohibited from discriminating in the workplace based on several protected categories. Employers are also prohibited from retaliation –…
read moreI practice what I preach and surround myself with an outstanding supporting team. Since launching Shegerian & Associates over a decade ago, Carney Shegerian has developed a reputation as “The…
read moreCurrently, federal law protects American citizens from stalking and punishes the act as a crime. States also have laws in place to police stalking. California, for instance, punishes stalking with…
read moreCarney R. Shegerian, founder of Shegerian & Associates, a Santa Monica-based law firm specializing in employee rights, has issued a statement aimed at all employees in light of the current…
read moreA number of new bills and amendments to California law introduced last year took effect on January 1 of the new year. Some, like the minimum wage increase, have received…
read moreDiscrimination in the workplace is prohibited both by federal and state law across the country. In California, the Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) handles employment discrimination complaints, including…
read moreThe tattoo industry is sizable in America, with 21,000 tattoo parlors in operation and revenues totaling $1.65 billion. Piercings, too, are popular with 14% of Americans sporting piercings in locations…
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