La Taqueria fined $600,000 for wage violations as workers win key workplace changes
San Francisco eatery La Taqueria has enjoyed immense popularity, even appearing on The San Francisco Chronicle’s annual Top 100 restaurants list. However, the 45-year-old restaurant has received negative publicity lately due to…
State audit criticizes University of California’s handling of sexual misconduct claims
The University of California (UC) needs to improve its handling of sexual harassment complaints, according to a recent state audit. The report revealed persistent issues such as delayed investigations and inconsistencies in…
Los Angeles car wash owner ordered to pay $4.2 million in wage and overtime lawsuit
Under California law, workers must receive timely payment of all wages and overtime. However, employers looking to cut costs sometimes take advantage of their employees’ lack of understanding of local labor laws…
Workers cite nooses, death threats in racial discrimination claim against construction firm
Three African American construction workers filed complaints alleging they were subjected to a racially hostile work environment that included demeaning racial slurs and racist graffiti. They reported that on more than one…
California lawmakers set up independent panel to handle sexual harassment complaints
Recent high-profile sexual harassment cases in the state Capitol have led the California legislature to modify its policies and re-examine the way misconduct complaints are handled. On June 25, a panel of…
City of Los Angeles sees more sexual harassment claims after change in reporting policy
Ever since the #MeToo movement took off last year, there has been a spotlight on sexual harassment in the workplace. From Hollywood to the tech world to the hospitality industry, employers have…
Former Google engineer calls out ‘bro culture’ in sexual harassment lawsuit
Silicon Valley companies are facing a growing number of complaints about their toxic workplace culture. Increasingly employees are choosing to take legal action over allegations of sexual harassment and discrimination in the…
California lawmakers grant whistleblower protections to staff
California legislative staff members can now report sexual harassment, ethical violations and other workplace misconduct without fear of retaliation. Earlier this year, state Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill that provides employees…
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