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In California, the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) requires employers to engage in a good faith interactive process when an employee requests a reasonable accommodation for a disability or medical condition. This legal requirement is vital to ensuring that employees with disabilities are provided meaningful opportunities to perform their job duties. Failure to engage…
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Understanding the Avoidable Consequences Doctrine in Employment Law
The avoidable consequences doctrine is an important legal principle that often arises in employment law disputes, particularly in cases involving harassment, discrimination, and wrongful termination. This doctrine limits the amount of compensation an employee can ... Read more
Understanding the After-Acquired Evidence Defense in Employment Law
The after-acquired evidence defense is a legal strategy used by employers in wrongful termination and employment-related lawsuits. This defense involves the discovery of information—usually misconduct or falsified credentials—that the employer claims would have led to ... Read more
Understanding the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Employee Rights and Employer Responsibilities
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a foundational piece of federal legislation that sets important standards for wages, overtime pay, and child labor across the United States. For workers, understanding their rights under the ... Read more