FLG Blogs
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How Do I Know If I Have Been Misclassified as an Independent Contractor in California?
If you are labeled an “independent contractor” but work like a regular employee, you are not alone. Misclassification is one of the most common and costly workplace violations in California. Many workers are told they are contractors because they receive…
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Can I Be Fired In California For Taking My Sick Days?
Under California’s Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act, most employees in the state are entitled to paid sick leave. Employees accrue at least one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, and employers must allow workers to use…
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Immigration, Citizenship, and Workplace Rights in California
What Workers in Los Angeles and Southern California Should Know Workers across Los Angeles and Southern California power entire industries, from hospitality and healthcare to construction, retail, and logistics. Many of these workers are immigrants or come from mixed-status families,…
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How to Identify Sexual Harassment at Work
Sexual harassment in the workplace is not always loud or obvious. Often, it starts quietly. A comment that feels off. A joke you did not laugh at. A message sent after hours that made you uncomfortable but easy for someone…
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Did Your Employer Have to Warn You Before a Layoff in California?
If you were laid off with little or no warning, you may be wondering whether your employer was legally required to give you notice before your job ended. In California, the answer is often yes. The California WARN Act provides…
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Unpaid Overtime in Los Angeles: Your Rights Matter Under California Law
Working long hours without proper pay is one of the most common workplace violations in Los Angeles. From cannabis operations and warehouses to restaurants, retail, healthcare, and office roles, employees across Southern California are frequently denied overtime pay, required breaks,…
