Can I be fired for being unprofessional?
Sometimes yes, but “unprofessional” can also be used as a cover story. California is generally an at-will employment state, meaning an employer can terminate employment for poor attitude, policy violations, or unprofessional conduct. However, they often can cite behavior or professionalism as a reason. A termination may still be unlawful if “unprofessional” is being used...
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What employment act was revoked?
No major U.S. employment statute was “revoked.” What people are usually referring to is the revocation of Executive Order 11246 (1965), requiring federal contractors and subcontractors to maintain certain nondiscrimination and affirmative-action compliance programs. Many employers are now reassessing DEI initiatives, hiring, internal policies, and contractor-related certifications to reduce risk. Importantly, core anti-discrimination and anti-retaliation...
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What questions should I ask an employment lawyer?
A consultation goes best when you show up with the right questions and the right documents. Here’s a checklist that makes your first time efficient and focused. What are the strongest claims based on these facts? What facts would hurt the case, and how do we address them? What documents or witnesses matter most? Are...
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Can my employer ban me from discussing my pay with coworkers or retaliate if I do?
Generally, no. In California, employers usually cannot impose “pay secrecy” rules or punish you for talking about wages. Labor Code § 232 protects employees who disclose their own wages and bars retaliation, and the California Equal Pay Act also protects discussing wages, asking about coworkers’ wages, and retaliation-free pay transparency. Most private-sector workers also have...
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What California Employees Need to Know
Can my employer use AI video interviews personality tests or automated assessments without explaining how I was evaluated?In California, employers can use these tools, but they do not get a free pass to keep the process “black box” if the tool affects your rights. Even when an employer is not required to reveal proprietary scoring...
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