Sachi Clements has served as a legal editor at Nolo, specializing in employment law and workers’ compensation law. Before joining Nolo, Sachi practiced law for several years in San Francisco, first representing injured plaintiffs in personal injury lawsuits, then advising businesses on employment and corporate matters. Sachi received her law degree from the University of San Francisco School of Law, where she graduated magna cum laude.
Articles By Sachi Clements
Is it illegal for my employer to lay off employees with the most seniority?
Find out if it's legal for an employer to lay off its most senior employees first.
What Kinds of Behaviors Are Considered Sexual Harassment?
Sexual harassment takes many forms in today's workplace.
Workplace Smoking Laws
Smoking used to be as accepted in the workplace as drinking coffee, but not any more.
Collecting Unemployment Benefits in South Carolina
In South Carolina -- as in every other state -- employees who are temporarily out of work through no fault of their own may qualify for unemployment benefits. The eligibility rules, prior earnings requirements, benefit amounts, and other details vary from state to state. Here are the basic rules for
Paid Sick Leave in Arizona
Arizona employees are entitled to paid leave for illness and other reasons.
Wage and Hour Laws in Alaska
Find out how much you should be getting paid in Alaska.
How to Report Sexual Harassment
Learn how to protect yourself from sexual harassment at the workplace.
Can I Bring a Service Animal to Work With Me?
Can my employer refuse to allow me to bring my service dog to work?
What's Your Unpaid Wage Claim Worth in New York?
Learn how much you might receive in unpaid wages and penalties in New York.
What's Your Unpaid Wage Claim Worth in Texas?
Employees can collect unpaid wages and penalties for wage violations.