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State Disability Insurance (“SDI”): Your Legal Rights

What is State Disability Insurance (“SDI”)? State Disability Insurance (“SDI”) is a California state program administered by the Employment Development Department (“EDD”).  SDI provides partial wage replacement when workers are unable to perform their regular or customary work due to physical and mental injuries, illnesses, and other health conditions. Who is covered by the SDI… Continue reading State Disability Insurance (“SDI”): Your Legal Rights

Workplace Defamation

What is defamation? Defamation occurs when one person publishes a false statement that tends to harm the reputation of another person. Written defamation is called libel. Spoken defamation is called slander. How do I know if I’ve been defamed? A person may be defamed by conduct and/or words. The conduct needs only to convey a… Continue reading Workplace Defamation

Arbitration at Work

An increasing number of workers have recently been asked to sign “arbitration” agreements in order to get or keep their jobs. These agreements are not always easy to understand, but they can have a big effect on workers and any potential claims they have against their employers.

Wrongful Termination

Can my employer fire me for any reason whatsoever, even if the reason is false or unfair? Yes, in many situations. The general rule in California is that employees are considered to employed “at will,” meaning that they may be fired at any time by their employers, for any reason or for no reason at… Continue reading Wrongful Termination