Resources

Navigating the intricacies of employment law in California can be daunting. If you are new to the area and would like a better understanding of the laws and how they are enforced at both the state and federal levels, here are a few good sites to get you started.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA:

Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation
Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)

Unpaid Wages and Expense
Labor Commissioner’s Office

Unemployment and Disability
Employment Development Department (EDD)

Workplace Safety-related Issues
Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA)

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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

Harrasment, Discrimination and Retaliation
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

Wage-related issues
Department of Labor Wage & Hour Division (DOL)

Union Related Issues
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)

Workplace Safety-related Issues
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)