Can You Be Fired for What You Post on Social Media in California?

June 20, 2025 Legal Team
In California, what you post on social media can lead you to be fired—especially if it harms your employer’s interests or violates workplace rules. However, certain posts receive legal protection, particularly those related to labor rights, political activity, or off-duty conduct. An Orange County wrongful termination lawyer can evaluate whether a firing over social...
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New Disclosure Rules for Child Labor Audits in California

June 20, 2025 Legal Team
Effective January 1, 2025, a new California law (AB 3234) requires certain employers to publicly disclose information regarding child labor audits. The goal is to shed light on whether companies are actively preventing and identifying the use of child labor within their operations and supply chains. An Orange County employment law attorney can help...
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What is Shift Differential Pay in California?

June 20, 2025 Legal Team
Shift differential pay is additional compensation paid to employees who work less desirable shifts, such as evenings, nights, or weekends. In California, shift differential pay is not mandated by state law, but it is often provided through employer policies, union contracts, or collective bargaining agreements. If you believe you're not receiving the compensation you're...
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The Difference Between State and Federal Workers’ Compensation

June 20, 2025 Legal Team
Workers’ compensation provides financial and medical benefits to employees injured on the job. However, the system that governs these benefits differs depending on whether a worker falls under state or federal jurisdiction. An experienced Orange County workers’ compensation attorney can help injured employees navigate these complexities and pursue the full benefits they’re entitled to....
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Can You Be Fired Without Warning in Los Angeles?

May 28, 2025 Legal Team
In many cases, you can be fired without warning in Los Angeles. California is an at-will employment state, which means an employer can terminate an employee at any time, for any reason, or for no reason at all—as long as the reason is not illegal.  If you believe you have been wrongfully terminated from...
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