I won my labor board case and my ex employer has filed an appeal. Why won’t anyone take my case?

Under California law, if the employer appeals a labor board decision, the employer must post a bond within 10 days. Further, if the employer ends...

We are locked out and landlord is IGNORING our requests to have our property returned after eviction, HELP!?

You need to let them know in writing that you want to recover your personal property and you are willing to pay reasonable storage costs. Contact...

Rent payment ?

You should consider filing a complaint with the Los Angeles Housing + Community Investment Department. The management company has to account for...

How do I avoid eviction?

No. The management company cannot require that they see your husband sign the durable power of attorney. Contact the Los Angeles Housing +...

Can I protect myself against my boss?

Unfortunately, there is no law against bad bosses. Assuming you are an at-will employee, your employer is not required to consider your other...

How do I deal with my apt manager’s negligence to a very serious issue: Mold and Termites infestation?

You should file a complaint with the West Hollywood Housing Department.

If you quit, you must show that no reasonable person who wants to work would have remained at that job in order to obtain unemployment, which is a...

Are you allowed to book talent for shows and events and not pay them?

There appear to be multiple labor code violations. The statute of limitations for unpaid wages is 4 years. For example, the tips belong to the...

Can I deduct from the security deposit when renter breached the rental agreement by renting out a part of the house restricted ?

Under Civil Code 1950.5, the landlord may only make deductions from your security deposit for unpaid rent, cleaning and damages beyond normal wear...

Can I increase my initial severance request after seeing the results of the investigation uphold my allegations of harassment?

Severance agreement are negotiable. An employment lawyer can help you properly value your claim and then assist you with the negotiations. Most...