Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Wage Theft and Timekeeping Violations

If you’ve ever been told to start working before clocking in, you’re not alone. A recent lawsuit filed against Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco highlights wage practices that many restaurant workers…

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A recent lawsuit filed against Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco highlights wage practices that many restaurant workers might find familiar due to their own experiences but may not realize are illegal under California law.

Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Wage Theft and Timekeeping Violations

If you’ve ever been told to start working before clocking in, you’re not alone. A recent lawsuit filed against Leo’s Oyster Bar in San Francisco highlights wage practices that many restaurant workers…

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In a recent lawsuit, a Bay Area dental employee claims that instead of receiving the support she asked for, she was fired shortly after she reported her injuries and sought accommodations from her employer.

California Dental Worker Files Lawsuit Claiming Disability Discrimination and Wrongful Termination

Workplace injuries are more common than many people realize, particularly in environments where employees spend extended periods on their feet or performing repetitive tasks. In a recent lawsuit, a Bay Area dental…

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Employers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to shape decisions in the workplace

What the Veto of the No Robo Bosses Act Means for California Workers and AI

Employers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence to shape decisions in the workplace. From hiring and promotions to scheduling and performance reviews, AI is being used in ways that can have a…

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As AI plays a bigger role in employment decisions, it raises questions about fairness and bias.

Study Finds AI Resume Screening Disadvantages Black and Female Applicants

Artificial intelligence has quickly become a regular feature of the hiring process. Many job seekers today interact with AI without realizing it, whether through resume-screening tools, automated video interviews or algorithms that…

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Senate Bill 648 gives California workers in service industries new tools to protect themselves from tip theft and holds employers accountable for failing to pay gratuities properly.

California Workers Gain New Protections Against Tip Theft: What You Need to Know

For many workers in California, tips are not just an occasional bonus but a crucial part of their income. Restaurant servers, hotel staff, hairdressers and other service workers often rely on gratuities…

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According to a study published in the Harvard Business Review, women’s complaints are less likely to result in corrective action compared to identical complaints made by men.

Study Finds Women’s Workplace Complaints Are Taken Less Seriously Than Men’s

Workers are often encouraged to speak up when they experience harassment, discrimination or mistreatment. Reporting employment issues is meant to lead to action that improves the workplace and protects employees. New research,…

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A recent case involving Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a vehicle auctioneer in Fremont, shows how California law protects workers from racial harassment and allows them to hold employers accountable.

Fremont Worker Gets $175,000 in Racial Harassment Lawsuit Against Auto Auction Firm

Workplace harassment is never easy to talk about, and many workers may feel it’s risky to speak up when they experience it. However, when harassment goes unchecked and managers fail to step…

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What happens when a pre-employment form asks for personal medical details that don’t seem relevant to the job?

When Job Applications Ask Too Much: What California Workers Need to Know About Pre-Employment Medical Questions

Applying for a new job can be stressful. You want to make a good impression, provide the necessary information and move through the process smoothly. But what happens when a pre-employment form…

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