For years, the people who have kept our communities running—teachers, police officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and other public employees—have faced frustrating and often unfair cuts to their Social Security benefits. Even though many of ...
For decades, millions of public sector retirees—including firefighters, police officers, teachers, and emergency medical workers—have been shortchanged by unfair Social Security laws. But thanks to the Social Security Fairness Act, those outdated penalties are now ...
California law protects employees who are victims of crime or abuse, ensuring they do not face discrimination or retaliation for seeking justice, medical care, or workplace accommodations. With the passage of AB 2499, these protections ...
Workplace retaliation is a critical issue that can have lasting effects on employees’ careers and well-being. Many workers are unaware of what constitutes retaliation, how to recognize it, and what legal protections exist to prevent ...
Recently signed legislation expanded Social Security benefits for millions of retired Americans, including firefighters, police officers and teachers. The Social Security Fairness Act eliminated two federal policies that barred employees with a public pension from ...
Navigating employee terminations can be one of the most challenging responsibilities for business owners, especially when dealing with California's intricate employment laws. In this informative video, Amanda Malucchi, a seasoned attorney at Goyette, Ruano & ...
In this video, Victoria Gutierrez, attorney at Goyette, Ruano & Thompson, explains the basics of wrongful termination in California. Wrongful termination occurs when an employee is fired for illegal reasons, even if the termination seems ...
You’ve been excelling, meeting every deadline, and even getting praise from your manager. Then, without warning, you’re handed a termination letter. Or maybe you reported unsafe working conditions, only to find yourself on the receiving ...
My Employer put me on administrative leave, what do I do now? In this comprehensive video, Nicole Valentine at Goyette Ruano + Thompson provide essential guidance for employees who find themselves placed on administrative leave. ...
California Senate Bill 553 (SB 553) introduces new mandates for employers across the state, requiring the implementation of a workplace violence prevention plan (WVPP). This legislation aims to enhance the safety and security of workplaces ...