Can my landlord keep my security deposit when he asked to vacate the unit to renovate ?

A landlord cannot keep your security deposit simply because the landlord is renovating the unit. Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord is...

Unfortunately, there is no law against being a bad boss. Your boss' conduct is only potentially illegal if it is motivated by hostility towards a...

Sounds like a scam. Do not give them your social security number.

Can I sue my auto painter if I was told my truck would be done in two weeks and now have been waiting over a month?

You can sue the painter in small claims for loss of use of your vehicle for the period beyond the two weeks. Further, you may be able to file a...

Can employee agree to arrangement and change mind later?

If the employee performed the overtime more than 4 years ago, then the employee's overtime claim is barred by the passage of time. Please note...

Landlord turn off my water off he is forcing me off the land he owes after my husband died

The landlord is violating 789.3 by turning off utilities. The statutory provides for compensatory damages, minimum statutory damages of $100.00 per...

Resigned from my job on Wednesday it is now Monday.

When an employee resigns, the employer has 72 hours to pay all compensation earned, including accrued vacation. Thus, you should receive your final...

My employer

I agree with Neil Pederson's excellent answer. I write to add that there are other options. You could try to have a friend (or hire someone through...

You definitely should have a lawyer review both your potential claims against your employer as well as your severance agreement, so you can make an...

Can my boss use my sick pay, instead of my hours clocked?

California law requires employers to provide paid sick leave. An employer may not use your sick leave in place of hours worked. This would deprive...