Planning for The Big One
Q: In the wake of larger hurricanes due to climate change, and knowing a big earthquake is coming, what are my obligations as a Bay
July 8, 2022
Only on the Straight and Narrow
Q: I only want employees on the straight and narrow. Is it ok to ask about arrest records on the application? -Concerned about Cons Oakland,
July 8, 2022
No Time to Play
Q: My supervisor often calls me late afternoon and informs me that I have to work mandatory overtime that evening. Can my employer force me
July 8, 2022
Telework Woes
Q: An employee came to me with a request to work from home because of his disability. His reason is that he has a lot
July 8, 2022
Treating Transfer Whiplash
Q: I transferred from West Virginia to Walnut Creek for a managerial position with my employer two years ago. Our client who accounts for 80%
July 8, 2022
The Business of Baby Boomers
Q: For purposes of background checks, I request the birth date of applicants for jobs with my business. The other day, a prospective employee told
July 7, 2022
The Oscars Hit a High Note in Celebrating the Deaf Community
A watershed moment for disability rights occurred at the 94th Academy Awards as “CODA” received Oscars in three major categories and the deaf and CODA communities were honored.
July 6, 2022
Was Whoopi wrong about the “Jewish race”?
Racism is often, but not always, based on race.
March 27, 2022