Why Undue Hardship Claims Fail in California Courts (2025 Update) Did you know that nearly 70% of employer “undue hardship” defenses fail when challenged in California courts? Employers frequently misunderstand what truly constitutes undue hardship under California law, leading to improper denials of reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. Despite California’s robust employee protections, many…
Real Cases of Workplace Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment claims cost American companies over $1 billion annually, yet many HR professionals remain underprepared to identify and address examples of workplace sexual harassment effectively. Unfortunately, the consequences of mishandling these situations extend far beyond financial penalties. Reputational damage, employee turnover, and devastating impacts on victims' wellbeing can…
Unpaid Wages in California: Real Settlement Numbers Revealed [2025 Data] Unpaid wages in California affect thousands of workers every year, with many never receiving the compensation they're legally entitled to. Despite strong labor laws, wage theft continues to be a widespread problem across industries throughout the state. When employers fail to properly compensate employees, California…
California Sexual Harassment Litigation—What Wins in Court? Sexual harassment in California workplaces is primarily regulated not by the Labor Code but by the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) in the California Government Code—most centrally Gov. Code § 12940(j) (harassment) and § 12940(k) (duty to prevent harassment). The Labor Code still matters (especially for retaliation…