2014

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…

California 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…

Under 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 –…

Currently, 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…

A 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…

Discrimination 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…

The 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…