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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 15h

Here’s your #WorldMentalHealthDay reminder: mental health is a major part of overall health. If you’re struggling with a mental health condition, you have the right to request accommodations in your workplace. Learn more about your rights on the job:
https://bit.ly/4h4m8FB

Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

Every one of these wins was made possible by workers, advocates, and community members standing together 💪 Read more about these wins: legalaidatwork.org/summer-2025-...

Summer 2025 Victories

This summer, our team of legal professionals has been busy fighting—and winning—for Californians, and we could not have done it without your support! Continue reading below to get a snapshot of the re...

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

The CA Legislature passing SB 590, which, if signed by the governor, will expand paid leave to include chosen family. A huge step toward equity for caregivers + LGBTQ+ workers.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

In San Diego, we filed a case on behalf of a nurse fired for showing solidarity with Palestinian people. The case makes clear: Employers must follow the law + protect political speech at work.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

From LA to Fresno, we hosted multilingual Know Your Rights trainings. Immigrant workers + allies learned how to respond during an immigration raid and where to find resources in English & Spanish.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

A big settlement with CSC (the staffing company behind events like the Super Bowl) requiring them to comply with the Fair Chance Act, creating real job opportunities for thousands of workers with conviction histories.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 1d

This summer, workers across California secured major wins for dignity, equity, and justice. Here’s what we achieved together ⬇️

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 7d

New semester, new worker advocates ✊ Students from @uclawsf.bsky.social, @law.ucla.edu, and partner orgs are joining our Workers’ Rights Clinics across CA.
They’ll get practical experience defending workers while learning the importance of providing affordable, accessible legal assistance.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 15d

Calling all former staff members, Workers’ Rights Clinic students, clerks, and interns 🗣️

Have you joined the Legal Aid at Work Alumni Circle yet? Members get access to in-person events, networking opportunities, and exclusive perks.
Join now: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14771036/

Join the Alumni Circle

Sign up for our virtual group to access exclusive perks.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 18d

In a @cafastfoodunion.org survey, only 9% of fast food employees said their employers comply with rules meant to protect workers from excessive heat 🥵 Learn more in @kqednews.kqed.org https://www.kqed.org/news/11999014/working-inside-during-a-heat-wave-what-to-know-about-californias-new-protections

Working Indoors During a Heat Wave? These California Rules Protect You | KQED

Explore a guide to asking your employer for protections against the heat. California law now mandates protections for all indoor workers — regardless of immigration status or work arrangement.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 21d

Fast food workers often work in unsafe environments, and most don’t know their rights. A @sanjosespotlight.com op-ed calls for Know Your Rights training to end this cycle of exploitation. https://sanjosespotlight.com/cohen-when-washington-fails-workers-california-must-lead/

Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 23d

Settlement announcement 📣 Contemporary Services Corporation, one of the largest staffing companies in the U.S., agreed to reform its hiring practices to comply with the Fair Chance Act. The settlement we won will help tens of thousands of workers with conviction histories secure job offers.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 25d

In the Central Valley, workers’ rights attorneys are hard to find. We traveled to Fresno for the Mexican Consulate’s Workers’ Rights Advocacy Week, where we spread the word about our free clinics. Share this post to help workers learn about our clinics: https://bit.ly/4ghBZ34

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 28d

If you’re not a healthcare worker but still want to understand your rights during an immigration aid, you can access our Know Your Rights guide ⬇️
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Know Your Rights: Key Resources for Immigrant Workers

Legal Aid at Work is committed to empowering immigrant communities with clear, accessible information about their rights. Whether you’re facing a workplace audit, concerned about your employment right...

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 28d

If you’re a healthcare worker, it’s essential to know your rights and your patients’ rights when interacting with immigration enforcement. Read this guide from our partners at @nilc.org ⬇️
www.nilc.org/resources/he...

Know Your Rights: Health Care Providers & Immigration Enforcement

Information for health care providers on how to prepare for and respond to enforcement actions by immigration officials and interactions with law enforcement.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · 28d

Attention healthcare workers and patients: No matter your immigration status, you–like all workers–have rights if immigration agents show up at your workplace.

Read this thread to access helpful resources 🧵

CalMatters @calmatters.org · Aug 26

Federal immigration agents are more routinely showing up at California medical facilities as the Trump administration ramps up deportations. https://cal.news/45B8tlt

📷 J.W. Hendricks, NurPhoto via Getty Images

Protesters gather outside Glendale Memorial Hospital where federal immigration agents wait for Milagro Solis Portillo to recover in Glendale, on July 17, 2025. Photo by J.W. Hendricks, NurPhoto via Getty Images.

HED: ICE is suddenly showing up in California hospitals. Workers want more guidance on what to do

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Sep 9

Pregnant or parenting at work? You might be wondering:
👶 When can I take paid leave?
🍼 What accommodations can I ask for?
⚖️ Am I protected from retaliation?

We’ve got you covered. Watch and share our short explainer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2c4T9SHyGoA&t=1s&ab_channel=LegalAidatWork

[ENGLISH] Pregnant and Parenting Employees’ Workplace Rights to Paid Leave and Accommodations in CA

YouTube video by Legal Aid at Work

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Sep 5

Immigration raids are becoming more frequent and getting more violent.

Our attorneys, like Maria Tapia-Hernandez, are providing legal assistance to immigrant workers—but this work depends on community support. Make a contribution to help sustain our work: https://bit.ly/4g1dlUj

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Sep 1

Thank a worker on #LaborDay!

Workers, especially immigrant and union workers, ARE the American economy. Yet today, they face relentless attacks from federal lawmakers. We’re proud to champion the rights of all workers and help build a future where every person can earn a living wage with dignity.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 28

Today is #NHPIEqualPayDay. NHPI women must work EIGHT extra months to earn what white men made last year. 63¢ to the dollar is not equality—it’s injustice. We’re proud to fight for pay equity and the dignity all workers deserve.

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 26

Immigration enforcement is intensifying across California. No matter your status, you have rights at work.

Share this resource hub with your community to make sure everyone knows their rights: https://legalaidatwork.org/know-your-rights-key-resources-for-immigrant-workers/

Know Your Rights: Key Resources for Immigrant Workers

Legal Aid at Work is committed to empowering immigrant communities with clear, accessible information about their rights. Whether you’re facing a workplace audit, concerned about your employment right...

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 14

Workers' Advocate Sandra Johnson and other nonprofit workers recently attended @replsimon.bsky.social's listening session in Oakland to discuss ongoing challenges faced by Bay Area residents. What do you think are the most pressing issues facing our community?

Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 12

Worried about interacting with ICE? You’re not alone. Read @lapublicpress.bsky.social's recent article to learn how you can protect yourself and your neighbors.
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How to navigate living in an ICE-occupied neighborhood in LA County

Practical tools for protecting yourself, your family and your neighbors during immigration raids

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 8

Trans, nonbinary, and gender-expansive workers: you have rights on the job. We’re partnering with SF LGBT Center to host an in-person Know Your Rights workshop on August 19th. Learn how to assert your rights—and what to do if they’re violated.

RSVP now: www.eventbrite.com/e/know-your-...

Know Your Employment Rights

Employment Rights workshop for Trans, Nonbinary, and Gender Expansive workers and job-seekers

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Legal Aid at Work @legalaidatwork.bsky.social · Aug 4

📣 Attention all former staff members, Workers’ Rights Clinic students, clerks, and interns 📣
Don’t forget to join the Legal Aid at Work Alumni Circle! As a member, you’ll get access to in-person events, networking opportunities, and exclusive perks.
Join today: www.linkedin.com/groups/14771...

LinkedIn Login, Sign in | LinkedIn

Login to LinkedIn to keep in touch with people you know, share ideas, and build your career.

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