Law Office of Mann & Elias

Over 50 million people suffer from chronic pain. When you depend on work for a steady income, that chronic pain can become debilitating and affect your performance. If you live in Los Angeles, you might be able to request accommodation to make work more manageable, depending on where you’re employed.
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A high percentage of garment workers in LA are women of Latino or Asian descent. In addition to wage theft in the fashion industry, they are also subject to gender discrimination. While labor rights activists have sparked change, it might take time for a full shift.
An employment attorney or unpaid overtime lawyer is your biggest advocate if you’re facing legal disputes or not getting minimum wage for your work.
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Employees and employers represent the best of their companies. So, when someone stumbles across racist content on social media, the company is entitled to fire the individual for offensive posts, comments, direct messages, and public statements. Check out our blog for more information.
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“Optimism is essential to achievement and it is also the foundation of courage and true progress.”
A wise quote from Nicholas M. Butler! Food for thought. 💡
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Did you know California is home to over 10 million immigrants - the largest of any state in the U.S.?
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Outside of the exponentially bad day, working in a toxic space justifies your need to speak with an employer and file a lawsuit when they engage in prohibited employment practices.
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Harassment is defined as unwelcome conduct based on a protected status (race, color, religion, gender orientation, pregnancy). Engaging in this kind of activity is illegal and a violation of California state and federal laws, including:
*Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008
*Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
*Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
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Inappropriate messages are considered a form of workplace harassment. Employers are responsible for ensuring that the workplace is free from this risk. Whether you were on the receiving end of the text message, any misconduct should not go unreported.
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Employers must abide by all federal and state guidelines regarding minimum wage and fair pay. If not, it could turn into a costly class-action lawsuit.
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Are you familiar with Cal/OSHA and CDC rules regarding COVID-19? As of right now, employees do not have to get a booster shot to be considered "fully vaccinated."
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Now more than ever it's hard to predict when you'll fall ill or be in a position where you can't go to work. There is never a good time to request sudden time off, but we can assure you that intermittent leave is something to consider. Check out our blog for more info!
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"If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do you have to keep moving forward." - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

As of January 1, 2022, the minimum wage employers with 26+ employees must pay California employees is $15 per hour. Employers with less than 25 employees must pay at least $14 per hour.
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Happy Thanksgiving from our team at Mann & Elias! 🥧🦃

The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) allows employees working for larger companies to extend their health plans after termination. It applies to their spouses, former spouses, and dependent children too.
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Does your child work during the school year? If aged 14-15, there are certain hour requirements their employers are expected to follow.
Minors can only work non-hazardous jobs for:
*3 hours on school days
*18 hours during the school week
*8 hours on a day off from school
*40 hours in a non-school week
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Q. Can employers deny my application to hire talent abroad?
A. Workplace lawyers would tell you that it is illegal for positions to be set aside for visa holders.
Before a job is allocated outside the country, it must be established that no one within the U.S. has applied or shown interest in the listing.
If you've experienced this type of discriminatory treatment, you can file a lawsuit against the company.
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With the duration of Covid-19, employers might not want to continue paying severance.
As companies implement new federal guidelines and policies, severance agreements should clarify if violating vaccine obligations or testing is considered a "cause" for losing severance pay eligibility.
Never accept a denial for compensation if the policies are unclear. Always consult with a workplace lawyer!
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Once you start doing something to reach your dream or goal, you begin to turn it into a reality. Addressing workplace concerns, for example, is not always easy - but the actions you take today will benefit you in the long run! Contact us today for a free consultation with our employment attorneys. ⠀
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We won a $135,000 settlement against an administrative clerk at a shipping company for pregnancy discrimination. If you're experiencing disparate treatment at work, report it immediately. Our legal team can help advise you and pursue legal action!
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The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is reviewing overtime regulations and policies to reflect more Americans in the labor market.
The current salary level for exempt white-collar workers is $35,568 annually ($684 a week). If you don't earn within that financial threshold, you should be getting paid time and a half for working over 40 hours in a single week.
Check out our recent blog on this new change to learn what it could mean for you.
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No -- employers cannot discriminate based on weight. But unfortunately, it still happens. According to Eastern Kentucky University, 93% of employers hire candidates of their preferred "normal weight." And 7 in 10 employers treat workers less favorably if they are considered "obese." Weight is not a protected status. However, we can pursue a lawsuit against your employer if you were wrongfully terminated because of this bias.
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By September 2020, three states outlawed natural hairstyle discrimination. California was the first to initiate this progressive legislation. Workplace statistics cite nearly 20 other states have since filed similar bills to prevent racism at work.
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California is among the number of states offering legal protections for LGBTQ+ workers. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and Title VII of the federal Civil Rights Act make it illegal for employers to make employment decisions against you because of your sexual orientation, gender identity, or how you express your gender. If you're facing undue hardship, we're here to answer your call.
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What is back pay?
Back pay is a type of damage awarded in an employment lawsuit. If applicable to your case, you would be able to recover lost earnings for the money you would have earned had you not been wrongfully terminated or illegally denied a promotion.
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Gender discrimination has significantly impacted employees' mental and physical health within the U.S. Alongside stress, recent studies show an impact of anxiety, psychological trauma, depression, and eating disorders. It disproportionally affects women more than men.
For more insight, check out of recent blog at mannelias.com.
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