Heidari Law Group Blog

Retaliation in the workplace can be confusing. In Riverside and across California, employees often ask what constitutes workplace retaliation and how to spot it early. In simple terms, retaliation happens when a worker engages in a protected activity—like reporting a concern or participating in an investigation—and then faces a negative job...

Workplace harassment can show up in subtle ways or be more obvious. It might look like repeated unwanted comments, exclusion from meetings after raising a concern, or messages that make someone uncomfortable. In Riverside workplaces, as in many communities, employers are expected to keep a safe environment, set clear policies, and...

Workplace discrimination happens when an employee or job applicant is treated unfairly because of a protected characteristic. In Riverside, that can show up in hiring, pay, promotions, scheduling, discipline, layoffs, or everyday workplace treatment. Federal and California laws prohibit discrimination based on traits such as race, color, national origin, religion, sex...

In Riverside, work spans warehouses, healthcare, construction, delivery, offices, and more. When someone gets hurt doing their job, California’s workers’ compensation system is designed to cover reasonable medical care and a portion of lost wages, without requiring proof that anyone did something wrong. It’s a no-fault system, and it applies to...

In Riverside workplaces, speaking up when something seems wrong helps everyone. Whether it’s a safety concern, payroll issue, misuse of funds, or discrimination, employees who report concerns in good faith are often protected by state and federal rules. These protections aim to allow people to raise issues without fear of losing...

Wage disputes in Riverside often come down to a few simple questions: Were all hours worked paid correctly? Was overtime calculated the right way? Were meal and rest breaks provided and recorded? California law sets detailed rules for these issues, and local practices in Riverside workplaces can add day-to-day nuance. Whether...

Wage and hour questions come up often in Riverside workplaces, especially in logistics, healthcare, retail, construction, and hospitality. Most concerns fall into a few buckets: unpaid overtime, off-the-clock work, missed meal or rest breaks, paystub errors, or job titles that don’t match the actual duties performed. California sets detailed rules in...

Racial discrimination in the workplace undermines fairness and opportunity, and it has no place in any Riverside business. Under federal law (Title VII) and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), workers are protected from unfavorable treatment because of race, color, ancestry, ethnicity, or national origin. California also recognizes traits historically...

If you work in Riverside and notice missing hours, short overtime, or a late final paycheck, you’re not alone. California law sets clear rules for minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest periods, and timely final pay. When those rules aren’t followed, the unpaid wages claim process gives you a path to...

Riverside employees deserve a workplace that is respectful and safe. Sexual harassment—whether it looks like unwanted comments, repeated jokes, pressure for dates, or requests tied to job benefits—can disrupt your work and well-being. The law prohibits this conduct, and there are clear steps you can take to protect yourself and explore...