February 5th marks the 30th anniversary of the federal Family and Medical Leave Act, or FMLA. This historic legislation has protected millions of workers across the country from losing their jobs during times of need, like when facing serious illness or welcoming a new child. Since its implementation, working people have used the FMLA more than… Continue reading Celebrating 30 Years of the Family and Medical Leave Act
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Two LAAW Staff Members Recognized with New Titles for their Dedicated Service
Legal Aid at Work is proud to announce that two staff members have attained senior status in their positions in recognition of their accumulated knowledge, expertise, and years of service. Their longstanding dedication strengthens our organization’s ability to respond to unlawful acts in the workplace suffered by our clients and their communities. Their names and… Continue reading Two LAAW Staff Members Recognized with New Titles for their Dedicated Service
LGBTQ Veterans Still Feeling Harms from Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
Veterans’ Day, November 11, is a time for us to reflect on the service of our nation’s veterans. One group of veterans often overlooked are LGBTQ veterans who were discharged because of the government’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy and previous policies that excluded people from service based on their sexual orientation. While the formal… Continue reading LGBTQ Veterans Still Feeling Harms from Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
Recent Improvements in California Family and Medical Leave Laws
In the last few years, California has passed several laws improving families’ access to time off and pay to address serious health conditions or bond with a new child. These laws have expanded who can take leave, how much they will get paid while on leave, what reasons they can take leave for, and which… Continue reading Recent Improvements in California Family and Medical Leave Laws
Landmark California Court Decision Protects Immigrant Workers from Abusive Discovery
A California appellate court issued a groundbreaking ruling on Friday, August 26, 2022, that dealt a significant blow to California employers’ illegal attempts to use the civil discovery process to quell immigrant workers’ labor and employment rights. In doing so, the decision will help safeguard the ability of all persons to assert their workplace rights… Continue reading Landmark California Court Decision Protects Immigrant Workers from Abusive Discovery
Moms Work to Improve Lactation Accommodations for Others
Breastfeeding has health advantages for the baby and for the lactating parent. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants should be exclusively breastfed for about the first 6 months, and now supports continued breastfeeding up to 2 years and beyond. However, many parents are forced to choose between breastfeeding and their career.… Continue reading Moms Work to Improve Lactation Accommodations for Others
What the Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision Means for LGBTQ+ Rights
*By Cirrus Jahangiri The Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization to overturn federal constitutional abortion protections found in Roe v. Wade has the LGBTQ+ community alarmed that their rights are in jeopardy. As we transition through this new America, it is imperative to discuss the intersection of reproductive and LGBTQ+ rights… Continue reading What the Supreme Court’s Dobbs Decision Means for LGBTQ+ Rights
San Francisco is now the First City in the Nation to Grant Working Families the Right to Workplace Accommodations to Help with Family Caregiving and Childcare
When Mariana asked her large fast food restaurant employer for a slight adjustment to her schedule so that she could pick up and drop off her child at a subsidized daycare, her employer said no. As a result, Mariana had to give up her child’s spot and Mariana ended up spending almost half of her… Continue reading San Francisco is now the First City in the Nation to Grant Working Families the Right to Workplace Accommodations to Help with Family Caregiving and Childcare