Can an employer deny me a job based on a sealed or nonconviction arrest?

California has some of the strongest protections in the country for job applicants with prior arrest records, particularly when those records do not result in a conviction or have been sealed by a court. Despite these protections, employers sometimes violate the law by using sealed or non-conviction arrest records to deny employment. If this has … Read more

Can my employer fire me for my political views or activities?

Many states have important legal protections for workers that are meant to guarantee citizens the freedom to participate in politics without facing retribution at work. California’s protections are amongst the most robust. California Labor Code § 1102 provides that “[n]o employer shall coerce or influence or attempt to coerce or influence his employees through or … Read more