Los Angeles Employment Law Blog
California 2025 New Minimum Wage Laws
On January 1, 2025, the minimum wage in California increases to $16.50 per hour for all employers. However, several cities and counties in California have a higher local minimum wage, and some of those increase as of January 1, 2025.
Defamation in Employment: Understanding the Laws in California
In recent news, Defendant Donald Trump was found liable for defamation and sexual abuse in New York today and ordered to pay $5 million in damages. While this case unfolded in New York, it brings to light the importance of understanding defamation laws in California.
Can You Get Terminated Without a Written Warning in California?
Can a California employer terminate an employee without a written notice? Employment attorney Lauren Abrams answers this question in the following video.
Is It Better to Resign or Be Terminated in California?
If you are ready to leave your job in California, for whatever reason, is it better to resign voluntarily or to allow yourself to be terminated? In this short video, employment attorney Lauren Abrams provides further details on this subject.
How Do You Sue for Employment Discrimination in California?
If you have experienced employment discrimination in California, how does one go about suing their employer? In this short video, employment attorney Lauren Abrams provides further details on this subject.
What To Do When Discriminated Against at Work?
What should you do if you think you are being discriminated against at your workplace? In this short video, employment attorney Lauren Abrams explains how you can file a complaint against your employer.
What Does At Will Employment Mean?
You may have heard the term ““at will employment” but what does this actually mean? In this short video, employment attorney Lauren Abrams explains what at will employment entails.
How Do Wage Gap Laws Protect Women in the Workplace?
How do the wage gap laws protect women in the workplace? In this short video, employment attorney Lauren Abrams explains wage gap laws and what women in the workplace can do if they are being discriminated against.
What To Do If You Been Wrongfully Terminated From Your Job
What should you do if you think you have been wrongfully terminated at your job?. The following short video lays out the steps you can take if you feel you have been wrongfully terminated.
Pregnancy Rights in the Workplace
What are your rights if you are pregnant and you are afraid to tell your boss? The following short video will help you to better understand what your rights are when you are pregnant.