If an intern gets school credit, does the company have to pay the intern?

Under California law, interns are not considered employees ONLY if they meet six specific criteria: 1. the training, even though it includes...

If a bill has been written off by a hospital can they now undue the write off and come after u for payment 2yrs later

The short answer is yes, if the statute of limitations has not run. If signed a written contract to pay for medical services, the hospital has 4...

Hi I have a housemate that refuses to pay rent but states that because he doesnt have a social security number cant be touched

A person without a social security number can still be sued and a money judgment enforced against them or their property. In addition, a person...

Question about who can get unemployment benefits?

If your father quits or is fired for serious misconduct, your father will not be entitled to unemployment. Your father might want to consider...

My bosses were trying to get me to quit voluntarily. What can I do?

If you are considered an employee, you can file a complaint with the Labor Commissioner for unpaid wages. Whether you are an employee or...

Commercial landlord threatens to raise rent when fixes are made. Is this legal?

Unfortunately, commercial tenants have far less rights than residential tenants. Most commercial tenant rights are a matter of contract. Since...

Hopefully, confirmed that the contractor was properly licensed, bonded and insured before you hired them. Licensed contractor's often have...

I have a signed teaching contract for 2013-14 My employer wants me to sign a new one there is an error in my favor. Must I ?

Your employer cannot legally require your to sign a new employment contract under threat of not paying you or terminating you. However, when your...

Can I stop my landlord from coming into my apartment even with a notice?

Under Civil Code 1954, your landlord has the right to enter your apartment upon 24 hours notice to make repairs, show the unit to prospective...

I'm a low income family of five. my husband is the only one that works right now. we are aware that we owe back rent,got serve

The California Court provide a lot of useful information for tenants and landlords, guides, legal aid information and forms...