Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) — Protecting California Workers

The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) is one of the strongest anti-discrimination laws in the nation. Under FEHA, employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees or job applicants based on:

• Age

• Race & Ethnicity

• Disability (physical or mental)

• Religion

• Pregnancy

• Gender & Gender Identity

• National Origin

• Sexual Orientation

If you have experienced unequal treatment, denial of opportunities, or harassment because of any of these protected characteristics, you may have a valid FEHA claim.

Harassment & Hostile Work Environment

California law protects employees from unlawful harassment—including sexual harassment, or any conduct that creates a hostile work environment. Employers must take reasonable steps to prevent harassment and correct unlawful behavior.

Retaliation & Whistleblower Protection

It is illegal for an employer to retaliate against you for reporting unlawful workplace conduct, unsafe conditions, discrimination, wage violations, or harassment. If you were disciplined, demoted, or terminated for speaking up, you may be protected under California whistleblower laws and FEHA’s anti-retaliation provisions.

Wage & Hour Violations

Employers must pay workers correctly and comply with California’s strict labor laws. We handle cases involving:

• Unpaid overtime

• Meal and rest break violations

• Minimum wage violations

• Off-the-clock work

• Misclassification of employees as independent contractors

You have the right to be paid for every hour you work.