What Employment Laws are Unique in CA
Unique California Employment Laws
If you are living or working in California, your rights and responsibilities as an employee and employer are protected and enforced under some state-specific laws and guidelines.
"At Will" Employment
Employees in California are considered to be employed "at will." This means that the employer is entitled to terminate an employee at anytime for reasons such as unsatisfactory performance, gross misconduct, failure to perform a job, or failure adhere to contractual agreements.
Employers may not fire an employee based on factors such as gender, pregnancy, race, national origin or ethnic background, age, disability, or religious affiliation. Firing an employee for any of these reasons is considered discrimination and wrongful termination and can result in a lawsuit.
Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment
The California Department of Social Services' Civil Rights Bureau protects the civil rights of employees in the state regarding discrimination and harassment. All employees in the state are protected from sexual abuse and harassment at their places of work. Civil Code Section 51.9 specifies what parties can be involved in sexual harassment case in the state, and the code includes those who share a business or service relationship.
It is illegal in California for an employer to promote, hire, terminate, or determine pay based upon the race, sex, religion, or disability status of a current or potential employee.
California Employment Law for Employers
It is important as an employer to ensure that you adhere to California’s labor and employment laws, which are in place to protect you and your employees. It is essential to seek the advice of a legal professional with matters concerning employment contracts, hiring and termination of employees, benefits and benefit continuation laws, wage and hour regulations, and more. California has an extensive catalog of labor and employment laws that an experienced professional can assist you with complying to. San Francisco employment lawyers of Brownstein Thomas, LLP offer legal help to their existing and potential clients.
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