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Employment laws grant employees the right to a workplace free of harassment or discrimination. Unfortunately, some workers face unfair or harmful treatment based on their sex, race, religion, and other protected characteristics. There are several types of workplace harassment that could be at the center of legal action. Discover the types of harassment that can arise in the workplace, and what you can do if you are experiencing mistreatment.

Submitting an application and answering interview questions are just a few of the steps involved in landing a new job. Before hiring someone, many employers want to reach out to a candidate's past employers to inquire about their performance and work ethic. But can a former employer give a bad reference that potentially affects your job prospects?

No one wants to feel uncomfortable or unsafe at work. If you are in this unfortunate position due to threats or abuse made by a supervisor or colleague, you might be questioning your employee rights. Can you sue for workplace bullying and potentially seek financial compensation?

When hiring new employees, some businesses don't rely on just resumes and interviews for information. Employee references and background checks may be a standard practice in certain workplaces. If you're asked to provide references, you might be wondering what former employers can say about you.  Could they paint your amicable resignation in a negative light? Do they have a right to divulge details about a whistleblowing incident involving you? Find out what a former employer can legally say about you and whether you have a right to sue. 

You may know that facing discrimination at your job is unlawful and may be grounds for legal action. But did you know that discrimination during the hiring process is also illegal? Employers cannot base hiring decisions on discriminatory reasons, such as a person's age, race, religion, sex, or another protected characteristic. Learn what discrimination during hiring looks like so that you can better identify discriminatory behavior in your job search. 

Los Angeles, CA — D.Law, one of California's leading employment law firms, today announced it has been named to Inc. magazine's Best Workplaces 2026 list — marking the second consecutive year the firm has earned this distinction. The back-to-back recognition affirms that D.Law's commitment to its people is not a moment, but a sustained standard.

You recently discovered that your employer has been monitoring your email for some time and is using something you privately relayed to a coworker against you. Can an employer monitor your email without you knowing, or is this unlawful?  The answer depends on a few factors. If you think your employer may have violated your rights, speaking with an employment attorney in California may be worthwhile. 

You had a conversation at work that you believed was private. Now, your employer is holding your words against you after revealing that they secretly recorded your conversation. Is this legal?  As a California worker, you have certain rights and protections that your employer cannot violate. Can employers secretly record workplace conversations without your consent? Learn more from D.Law, California's employment attorneys.