Is it illegal at work to threaten to shoot someone (not to his face) & is it illegal for HR to disregard my complaints?

If HR fails to take action, you can report it to the police and/or file for restraining order. For more information on workplace violence...

Do I need an attorney for wrongful termination? Previous employer delayed my final check by 30 days,

First, you appear entitled to waiting time penalties of 1 day's pay for each day your employer was late with your final paycheck up to maximum of...

Did I legally enter into the new lease when I signed... or does it not take affect until the listed start date?

When you signed the lease extension letter, you probably contractually agreed to rent the apartment for another year. Without reading the letter,...

The windows in my apt cut open my fingers due to the landlord not fixing them can I sue

If the landlord was aware of the problem and failed to fix it, the landlord should be responsible for your injuries. You should consider...

My department's internal investigation division conducted a discrimination investigation. Their result is "inconclusive"

You can file a complaint with the Department of Fair Employment and Housing or hire a lawyer to assist you.

If you found a replacement tenant and suffered no loss of rent, then you cannot UNILATERALLY charge the tenant a termination fee and keep her...

Is this Legal in an Employee Agreement? "Employee agrees this Agreement shall be interpreted and construed in accordance with

Yes. That language is normal and should not prevent you from bringing your federal claims in state or federal court located in Los Angeles County.

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3 wks after I told my boss I was pregnant, he changed my job, adding responsibilities and transferring me. Is this legal?

It sounds like pregnancy based discrimination. Your employer cannot change the terms and conditions of your employment negatively based on your...

Can a new landlord require a credit check? A new deposit? A new lease?

No. Since you are under rent control, the landlord has no right to terminate your lease, except for specified reasons such as failure to pay...

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HOW CAN I PROTECT MYSELF/CREDIT/RENTAL HISTORY FROM ABUSIVE BOYFRIEND WHO'S REMAINING IN APT WHICH WE ARE BOTH NAMED ON LEASE?

According to the Department of Consumer Affairs, You may notify your landlord that you or another household member has been a victim of...