New Case Holds that Hugging Can Constitute Sexual Harassment

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals held in a decision yesterday that hugging by a supervisor can constitute sexual harassment.  In that case, the plaintiff, a correctional officer, alleged…

Drug Use Is a Lawful Reason Not to Hire

The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) protects recovering drug addicts from discrimination in the workplace. However, a California court of appeal recently confirmed that job applicants who are…