Unfair treatment in the workplace is a regrettable but common occurrence in Sacramento and the rest of California. Some workers might get lower salaries because their bosses like them less. Others might get outright bullied because they do not share similar religious or political beliefs with co-workers. If you or your loved ones were victims of discrimination, a Sacramento labor and employment lawyer may help you fight against the injustices you faced in your company.
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How California Law Protects Its Workers
The California Labor Code protects workers from getting treated unjustly by their employers. It contains rules that address wages, overtime, work hours, and break periods, among others.
For instance, businesses cannot force employees to work past their hours, especially without pay. Workers are also entitled to one 30-minute meal break if they work more than five hours a day. If they work more than 10, they get two meal breaks. They can also take 10-minute breaks for every four hours of work. Employers should also reimburse their staff for any expenses related to their work, such as flight tickets or car refueling.
The Fair Employment and Housing Act or FEHA is also another measure by California to fight against inequality. One of its purposes is to prevent companies from discriminating against their employees because of their gender, age, race, religion, and so forth. It also minimizes instances where employers reject work applications based on their demographics alone.
Section 1102.5 of the Labor Code protects whistleblowers who do not agree with their company’s policies or actions. Employers are not allowed to harass or wrongfully terminate an employee who has reported their illegal activities to local authorities or is suing the company for any violation against them.
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Examples of Labor Law Violations
Unfortunately, the Labor Code’s existence does not stop many employers from violating them, consciously or not. There are many rules to follow, and it is not unusual that both workers and their bosses may not know all of them. However, that does not excuse employers from taking advantage of their staff.
There are many ways that a company can break labor laws, including:
- Delayed Paydays: Employees must receive paychecks every two weeks, or twice a month. However, some businesses might not pay their workers as scheduled.
- Unpaid Overtime Work: Even if a staff member voluntarily works overtime and informs their boss about it, a company trying to save money might refuse to clock their hours.
- Firing Without Pay: Fired workers should get their last paycheck on their last day of work, but some employers might refuse to do so.
- Workplace Harassment: An employee who disagrees with a business’s unethical policies might get bullied or demoted. An employee might sexually harass their co-worker, etc.
The Labor Enforcement Task Force encourages you to report to them if you have been a victim of your employer’s labor violations. If you decide to sue your company, the office of Ben Crump Law, PLLC, can provide a Sacramento labor and employment lawyer to assist you with your legal concerns. You may call us to discuss further inquiries.
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Finding Justice with an Attorney’s Help
Filing a lawsuit against a business can intimidate many people. After all, you are most likely facing a much bigger entity with more money and resources than you have to spare. With the help of a Sacramento labor and employment lawyer, however, you stand a much better chance against the company that wronged you.
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Lawyers Stay Updated on Labor Laws
It can get time-consuming to research California’s employment laws on your own. Aside from the extensive compilation of rules that already exist in the Labor Code, the state might make adjustments or additions to it every year. For instance, they made several law changes last year that some employers and workers may still not know about, such as new requirements for sexual harassment training and extra accommodations for lactating employees.
It is part of an employment lawyer’s work to familiarize themselves with the local labor laws. As such, they will likely know more about them than you or your employer do. They will find it easier to determine any violations the company has committed, which helps your claim much more substantially.
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They Know Your Lawsuit’s Time Limits
Like with other civil lawsuits, you only have a limited time to submit your labor claim against your employer, as specified in Sections 5400 to 5413 of the Labor Code. However, not all labor lawsuits have the same statute of limitations. For example, you are allowed to file wrongful termination claims within two years. Workplace discrimination claims, on the other hand, now have a three-year time limit, which was recently approved in October 2019 by California’s governor.
A Sacramento labor and employment lawyer is already familiar with the state’s filing deadlines. They will help compile and review your evidence so that you can present your case in court on time.
We Are Ready to Provide Legal Assistance
Were you a victim of employment violations in your workplace? Our Sacramento labor and employment lawyers are here to guide you through your lawsuit and help you attain justice and compensation against your company. The office of Ben Crump Law, PLLC, is dedicated to fighting against injustice and inequality. We handle civil cases of all varieties, from worker compensation to personal injury and wrongful death claims. Our team has represented clients across the United States, including in Sacramento, and do not charge you anything until we win the case.
If you are interested in a free case review or have other questions, you can always call our office at (888) 778-6391 or send us a message online. Our team is available 24/7 to accommodate your needs.
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