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See’s Candies to Pay Nearly $150k After Alleged Failure to Timely Report Pay Data



The California Civil Rights Department (CRD) reached a settlement with See's Candies over the company’s alleged failure to timely report employee pay data. These reports help the state and employers identify and address potential gender and racial wage gaps.



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Vallejo Unified Agrees to $150K Settlement Over Employee Telework Denial


Last year, CRD got a complaint from an employee who alleged the school district ignored their telework request to help accommodate their disability. As part of the settlement, the district will also take steps to protect the rights of its employees in the future.



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For the first time in more than a decade, California is preparing to strengthen civil rights regulations for pregnant workers! The California Civil Rights Council is sharing proposed updates to these protections and they want your opinion. Some of these updates include:
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Clarification on What’s Protected

to help ensure workers with low milk supply, postpartum depression, and other medical conditions get support
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More Accommodation Options

including changes to essential job duties, work environment, or telework
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More Provider Options

allowing nurses, doulas, and other healthcare providers to support accommodation requests

The Council is asking for your feedback on these proposed updates. Share your thoughts by December 8th. Click here to learn more about the proposed changes and how to submit a public comment. Your voice could help shape civil rights in California!
 

UPCOMING EVENTS
 

Back by Popular Demand!
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We're bringing back our most popular training of the year! Join us for our advanced reasonable accommodations webinar and learn how to address complex reasonable accommodation issues. Below are just a few of the topics covered:

• Assistive animals at work


• Religious accommodations for holidays or travel


• Safety accommodations after an act of violence

This training is great for employers, ADA coordinators, Human Resources professionals, advocates, or anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of disability discrimination laws. MCLE credit is also available for attorneys licensed in California. Click the link below to register now!

Date: November 10, 2026

Time: 11:00 am PST
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OCT

28

LA Law Library: Employment Protections for LGBTQ+ Workers

Los Angeles County

Learn how to identify and respond to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against LGBTQ+ people in the workplace, including California specific protections (name changes and pronouns, clothing/uniforms, bathrooms, and confidentiality during medical transitions).



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NOV

4

Asian Health Services Monthly Food Distribution

Alameda County

CRD will share civil rights resources at this monthly event offering food and health resources to the Oakland community.



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NOV

4

Webinar: Tenant Disability Rights

Virtual

Learn more about how California's civil rights laws protect renters with disabilities. Topics include reasonable accommodations and modifications, using Section 8 Vouchers or other forms of rental assistance, and more.



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We're adding new events weekly on our website. Click the link to check out our full calendar and find an event near you. Hope to see you soon!
 

WORK AT CRD
 

New CRD Career Resource
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We've created a new career hub on our website! Find everything you need to begin applying for a job at CRD. Check out current openings, read staff stories, and get information on the state application process.


Thank you to our Admin and IT teams for making this resource!

 
 

Current CRD Openings

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