California Employment Harassment Laws

Summary

Gov. Code § 12940(j) is part of Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act, addressing workplace harassment based on protected categories. Lazar v. Superior Court (1996) highlights fraudulent inducement in employment contracts, requiring proof of reliance on false promises and resulting damages. Civ. Code § 1714(a) establishes a general duty of care, holding individuals accountable for harm caused by negligence.

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tell me weverything about Lazar v. Superior Court (*) * Cal.4th *, *.)
Lazar v. Superior Court (*) * Cal.4th * is a significant California Supreme Court case that addressed the issue of fraudulent inducement in employment contracts. Key points include:
- Fraudulent inducement can be a basis for a lawsuit if an employer made false promises to an employee.
- The employee must prove reliance on the false statements and suffer damages as a result.
- This case emphasized the importance of truthful communication during the hiring process.
Is there a particular aspect of this case you are interested in?
what is: Civ. Code § *(a).)
Civ. Code § *(a) is part of the California Civil Code and states the general duty of care. It establishes that everyone is responsible for their actions or omissions that cause harm to another, due to a lack of ordinary care or skill in managing their property or person.
Are you dealing with a specific situation related to duty of care in Texas?
what is: California law (Civ. Code § *(a))
California Civil Code § *(a) establishes the general duty of care, meaning everyone is responsible for their actions or omissions that cause harm due to a lack of ordinary care or skill.
Are you dealing with a specific situation in Texas that involves a duty of care?
is iv. Code § *(a).) the same as (Civ. Code § *(a))
Yes, "iv. Code § *(a)" appears to be a typo or formatting error. The correct reference is "Civ. Code § *(a)," which refers to the California Civil Code's general duty of care.
Is there a specific legal issue or situation you need help with in Texas?
no, this is california.
I see that you're interested in California law. While I can provide general legal information about California laws, my primary focus is on Texas. If you have any specific questions or need assistance with a particular legal issue in California, please let me know!