Discrimination Lawsuit Targets Global Corporation’s ‘Diversity’ Program
Compass Group USA is facing a lawsuit over alleged religious discrimination and wrongful termination, filed by former employee Courtney Rogers. According to Rogers, she was fired after refusing to participate in a “diversity” program dubbed “Operation Equity” — a program allowing only women and people of color to receive training, mentorship, and guaranteed promotion. Rogers, […]
Sonoma County Farm Workers Triumph in Lost Wages and Retaliation Lawsuit
A recent settlement saw Mauritson Farms in Healdsburg, Sonoma County, agreeing to compensate 21 former farmworkers with a total of $328,077 for lost wages. The decision came after these employees, associated with the H-2A visa program, alleged retaliation when they voiced concerns over poor working conditions. The complaints ranged from unsanitary restrooms to denied meal […]
What is an Exempt Employee?
What is an Exempt Employee? California’s labor laws aim to protect employees and ensure fair working conditions. To achieve this, the laws distinguish between exempt and non-exempt employees. Exempt workers are generally excluded from certain labor protections, such as overtime wages, meal and rest breaks, and other wage and hour regulations. California labor law decides […]
