Why is sexual harassment so common in the restaurant industry? On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in sexual harassment on Monday, June 4, 2018. For many young people across California and the nation, a restaurant or food service job is their first...
When must overtime be paid in California? On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in wage and hour on Thursday, May 31, 2018. As a California worker, your overtime pay is important to you. Not only does it compensate you for the hours you work above and...
Keep meticulous records when you air grievances On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in retaliation on Monday, May 28, 2018. At Jay S. Rothman & Associates, we spend most of our time defending our clients from the discrimination and abuse they are...
An employer should not interfere with your meal break On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in wage and hour on Saturday, May 26, 2018. Even if a workplace is on a fast-paced schedule, California law makes it clear that after five hours a worker must be...
What do you do if you are fired for being too old? On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates on Thursday, May 24, 2018. You are committed to your work. You are the first one through the door and the last one to leave. Your work ethic is impressive. You are...
What is wrongful termination? On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in wrongful termination on Wednesday, May 9, 2018. Finding a great job is wonderful. However, losing a great job is devastating. If you are in a situation where you feel you were...
Verbal sexual harassment should not be tolerated On behalf of Jay S. Rothman & Associates posted in sexual harassment on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Recent stories of sexual harassment in Hollywood and the news business continue to shine a light on harassment problems...
Moving on from your current job can be the gateway toward a new career, a new job, or perhaps a long awaited retirement. So when you walk out the door from your current workplace, you want your last earnings to quickly follow you. If you find your last paycheck is...
You are going to work with a higher-than-usual anticipation of the workday because you are expecting your quarterly performance evaluation. As a recent hire, you are excited to see if you have been able to effectively showcase your career strengths in your brief time...
For decades, the restaurant industry has been a bastion for sexual harassment, sexism and workplace bullying. Many who work in the restaurant industry are women, immigrants, and, in some cases, undocumented immigrants, who may feel powerless in confrontations with...