Category: Employment Law

The classification of workers holds significant implications for employers and employees alike. The distinction between an independent contractor (or “gig” worker) and an employee impacts important issues including legal protections, compensation, benefits,…

There are many reasons that a termination may be unfair or unjust; a termination may also be illegal and considered to be “wrongful termination.” In California, employment is considered to be ‘at-will,’…

Sexual harassment should never happen at all, but unfortunately, it does. No one should have to go to work and fear that they will become the victim of workplace harassment. There are…

Strip clubs have historically hired dancers as independent contractors. In this classification, dancers do not get paychecks from the clubs they work at, instead they work for cash tips and pay the…

What is the difference between being an exempt employee and a non-exempt employee? Exempt and non-exempt employment status determine how an employee is paid, and what legal protections they have while at…

Over the past decade, the #MeToo and Time’s Up movements have shed light on sexual harassment and assault in high profile sectors such as Hollywood, politics, and tech, and by well-known personalities…

If you have been fired, you may be wondering whether or not you should file a wrongful termination lawsuit. Regardless of the circumstances, getting fired is upsetting, and may likely feel unfair…

Many employment agreements contain non-compete and non-solicitation clauses, and nationally, the use of these agreements are becoming increasingly common at work. Employers may insist that employees sign non-compete and non-solicitation agreements as…

Over half a decade ago, the anti-sexual assault and women’s empowerment movements #MeToo and Time’s Up raised global awareness of widespread sexual harassment and assault. Sexual harassment and assault remain serious issues…

A “glass ceiling” represents an invisible barrier that prevents people from rising beyond a certain level in a workplace. The glass ceiling is typically used in reference to discrimination against women in…

With offices in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, regions globally recognized as hubs of tech innovation, Avloni Law, has extensive experience representing the interests of tech employees. If you work in…

For employees who need to stay home for their health, and who can perform job duties remotely, telework should be considered a reasonable accommodation under the ADA for many job positions.