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What is the Law Regarding Employment in West Hollywood?

Employment law refers to the body of laws in West Hollywood that govern employees, employers, and independent contractors. Employment issues that are regulated by these laws include hiring policies, wage amounts, and termination procedures. Employers and their employees alike should be knowledgeable of West Hollywood employment laws.

"At-Will" vs. Contract Employment Terms

Sometimes an employment contract is used that sets a specific length of employment, but most of the times employment is considered to be on an "at-will" basis. "At-will" employers or employees may terminate the employment at any given time, if the reasons are not illegal. When the parties use an employment contract, the terms of employment will be regulated by their state and federal laws, as applied to people living in West Hollywood.

Anti-Discrimination laws in West Hollywood

The laws applicable for citizens of West Hollywood usually make discrimination illegal at any phase of employment, such as hiring, working environment, and terminations. Residents of West Hollywood are regulated by laws which make it illegal to discriminate against members of specific categories. These categories include race, age, gender, national origin, disability, and religion.

A claim regarding discrimination may be heard at an administrative agency like EEOC. Many lawyers specialize in the field of employment discrimination.

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Life in West Hollywood

West Hollywood neighbors Beverly Hills and is a well-known area to many all over the United States. Many celebrities live in and/or work in the area, and therefore the Paparazzi are constantly referring to West Hollywood in their news reports.

Many may not know, but West Hollywood has some landmarks and unique locations. West Hollywood is home to the Sunset Marquis Hotel, a place known for its Whisky Bar and recording studio. Melrose Avenue is also located in West Hollywood, and was the main location for the popular 90's show Melrose Place. West Hollywood is also home to the famous Sunset Boulevard, filled with great shopping, dining, and nightlife. Sunset Boulevard was also home to Frank Sinatra, Errol Flynn, John Wayne and Howard Hughes.

Popular attractions in West Hollywood include musical venues such as the House of Blues, Whisky a Go Go, the Viper Room, and the Roxy Theatre. Other popular attractions include Westlake Recording Studios, Samuel Goldwyn Studios, Plummer Park, Sierra Towers, the Standard Hotel, Pacific Design Center, The Schindler House, Smashbox Studios and TMZ on TV.

Los Angeles being home top-tier law schools and firms attracts some of the most brilliant attorneys in the United States. Therefore residents of West Hollywood have no trouble finding a good lawyer because there are many to choose from!

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