San Francisco Employment Law

Leaving an AI or technology startup can raise complicated questions about stock options, RSUs and unvested equity. Learn what California employees should know about vesting, post-termination exercise deadlines, severance agreements, termination for cause, acquisitions, and other issues that may affect equity compensation when employment ends.

California bans nearly all non-compete agreements — yet many employers still include them in contracts or threaten to enforce them. Since January 2024, it is not just unenforceable to sign one: it is illegal for employers to ask. If your employer is trying to hold you to a non-compete, you may be entitled to sue for damages and attorney's fees. Here is what California law says and what to do next. Haulk & Herrera LLP offers free consultations statewide. Call 415-745-3219.

Artificial intelligence is now being used to screen resumes, conduct interviews, monitor performance, and even decide who gets fired. In California, new regulations that took effect October 1, 2025 give workers powerful protections against AI-driven discrimination. And in 2026, the legislature is pushing even further. Here is what you need to know about your rights — and what to do if an AI-assisted decision cost you your job.

Nearly 41% of California hourly workers experience at least one serious labor law violation every year — yet most don't know their rights until something goes wrong. From unpaid overtime and missed breaks to workplace discrimination and wrongful termination, California law gives you powerful tools to fight back. This guide breaks down your key employee rights, what violations look like, and what to do next. Haulk & Herrera LLP offers free consultations statewide. Call 415-745

When unlawful workplace practices affect multiple employees, a class action lawsuit may provide a way to seek accountability and compensation. From unpaid overtime and missed meal breaks to employee misclassification and wage statement violations, California workers have important legal protections. Learn how employment class actions work, when a lawsuit may qualify for class certification, and what rights employees have under California labor laws.

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Haulk & Herrera LLP, led by attorneys Jose Herrera and Matthew Haulk, provides expert employment law representation in San Francisco and across California. We help tech industry professionals and employees statewide with executive compensation negotiations, workplace harassment claims, wrongful termination, retaliation, and wage disputes. Our team offers personalized, results-driven advocacy to protect your career, recover compensation, and hold employers accountable.