Erlich Law Firm

04/16/2026

When you blow the whistle on potential legal violations at work, you hope your employer will address the problem. What you don’t expect is to lose your job days later. That’s exactly what a former Santa Clara city manager claims happened to her after she raised concerns about contracts related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Levi’s Stadium.

When you blow the whistle on potential legal violations at work, you hope your employer will address the problem. What you don’t expect is to lose your job

04/02/2026

Imagine working for the same company for over three decades, receiving positive performance reviews year after year, and then suddenly being told you “need improvement” after a new manager takes over. That’s what happened to a former Liberty Mutual case manager, according to a lawsuit that resulted in one of the largest age discrimination verdicts in U.S. history.

03/16/2026

A recent lawsuit in Santa Clara County targets a Milpitas home care business. Happy Trip Home Care allegedly paid caregivers far below minimum wage, denied them rest and meal breaks, and misused their personal information.

A recent lawsuit in Santa Clara County targets a Milpitas home care business. Happy Trip Home Care allegedly paid caregivers far below minimum wage, denied

03/09/2026

Workers often assume that if they wear a company uniform, follow delivery routes assigned by a supervisor, and report to a manager, they are employees. However, in many industries, including trucking and logistics, companies sometimes label those workers as independent contractors. That label can make a big difference in how someone is treated and paid. A recent case involving Costco Wholesale Corporation shows how misclassification can harm workers.

Workers often assume that if they wear a company uniform, follow delivery routes assigned by a supervisor, and report to a manager, they are employees.

03/02/2026

If you’ve applied for numerous jobs only to face rejection after rejection from automated systems, you may not be imagining things. Not only is discrimination in the hiring process real, but it may also be illegal.

If you’ve been rejected from numerous jobs and suspect an AI system discriminated against you based on a protected characteristic, Erlich Law Firm can help.

02/04/2026

Many Bay Area workers hesitate to speak out, fearing retaliation or losing their jobs. Workplace problems often grow worse when left unaddressed, creating hostile work environments where discrimination and harassment can go unchecked.

Many Bay Area workers hesitate to speak out, fearing retaliation or losing their jobs. Workplace problems often grow worse when left unaddressed, creating

12/08/2025

State law is clear; workers have the right to speak up about unlawful treatment and expect their employer to take complaints seriously. In reality, the process doesn’t always work as intended.

A recent lawsuit against electric carmaker Tesla shows how quickly those protections can unravel.

California workplaces are supposed to be environments where employees can raise concerns about discrimination or harassment without fearing for their jobs. State law is clear; workers have the right to speak up about unlawful treatment and expect their employer to take complaints seriously. In reali...

11/19/2025

When hardworking employees put in long hours, they expect to be paid fairly for their time. Yet a recent court order involving a Livermore-based roofing company shows how quickly problems arise when employers fail to follow overtime rules.

When hardworking employees put in long hours, they expect to be paid fairly for their time. Yet a recent court order involving a Livermore-based roofing company shows how quickly problems arise when employers fail to follow overtime rules. A federal judge in San Francisco ordered Northern California...

11/12/2025

A recent survey by Resume Now, an online platform for job seekers, provides a closer look at how widespread the problem of age discrimination has become.

For many workers in their fifties or sixties, the workplace does not always reflect the value of experience. While employers often say they appreciate institutional knowledge, older employees frequently encounter subtle slights, missed opportunities and unfair treatment. These circumstances aren’t...

11/05/2025

When workers face harassment or unfair treatment, the consequences can extend far beyond a bad day at the office. A recent lawsuit settlement involving a former employee of Oakland’s Department of Violence Prevention shows how difficult these situations can become and why understanding California’s workplace protections is essential for every worker.

When workers face harassment or unfair treatment, the consequences can extend far beyond a bad day at the office. A recent lawsuit settlement involving a former employee of Oakland’s Department of Violence Prevention shows how difficult these situations can become and why understanding California....