In the state of CA how long do you have to file a suit against an employer for wrongful termination?

One (1) year under the Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), two years to file a claim for wrongful termination in violation of public policy....

In Pro Per, need to issue a subpoena for bank records.

There are more deposition services than lawyers in California. Do a Google search; shouldn't be a problem.

Could this be a Case?

An employer can terminate an employee for any reason or no reason as long as it's not an unlawful reason. The circumstances you describe do not...

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Do I (defendant) need to attend court on my trial date if a negotiation was settled and Stipulation signed?

You should call the court to make sure that the court has received the notice of settlement and/or request for dismissal.

Challenge of venue: what is the best step to take?

Change of venues is a procedural issue, not a substantive one--a motion to change venue, if granted, simply means that the case will proceed in a...

How do you handle your attorney who does not respond to phone calls, e-mails or set an appointment to address questions?

I don't know the particulars of your case, so I'm not making any recommendations, but you may want to contact the California state bar if you have...

Inquiring about advocate attorney fees. Fraud complaint.

Every attorney charges for their services differently. Some charge on an hourly basis, others represent clients on contingency, meaning they get a...

I was made to work off the clock for my former employer

Assuming you were not an exempt employee, you are entitled to overtime for working off the clock. I would advise you to speak with an employment...

Adding interest to award

You are entitled to prejudgment interest on any damages you are awarded under the Code of Civil Procedure.

There's no mechanism under the Code of Civil Procedure or Federal Rules of Civil Procedure under which you may file a motion to impeach--you have...

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