Can an employer fires you because you call a day off to go to a friend's memorial?

The time off provision of California Law starts after the 90 day mark. Therefore, this provision will not protect the person. Further, she may...

Should I hire an attorney if I am being investigated by HR department for sexual harassment?

You should consult an attorney. I am always concerned when someone is suspended pending an investigation. How long should it take to do an...

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What can I do at this point?

If you are dissatisfied by your treatment. You can investigate to see whether the insurance has a managed provider network. You can search out some...

What do I do if a lawyer takes payment to work on a case and then that lawyer disappears? How do I go about taking legal action

Look up your attorney at www.cal.bar.org. Also, the State Bar also has a program that handles fee dispute issues. Good luck!

Can I file a Civil Lawsuit against my former employer besides an existing workmen's Compensation case already in progress?

Please be advised that you cannot file a civil suit concerning your work injuries. It must relate to other things that may have occurred at work....

DFEH started looking into my claim against Bj's for harassment/sexual H and discrimination, do I need a lawyer to represent me

If you have sustained emotional or physical problems as a result of these acts, you should also consider a workers' compensation case as well. If...

How to do you pursue a harassment case while still employed

You can initiate a case while still working at your place of employment. You have protections in the law against retaliation. You can go to the...

What is the best tactic if the offer to compromise is very low amount? Should I respond with my $ amount to the offer?

The best thing is to work up your case so you understand the value of it. Only then do you know if they are truly low balling you. Also, by...

What should I do? Am I wasting my time?

You should go to the local small claims court to see how much it will cost for you to file the claim. You may need to pay for a process server to...

This is a fascinating case. Under Workers' Comp law, you have Labor Code Section 132a. If all light duty workers who have comp claims are being...