Depending on the size and sophistication of your former employer, it is likely that it will not provide the reason for your termination to any...

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Assuming you are a non-exempt employee, the time spent attending a mandatory seminar is compensable under both federal and state law. Further a...

I'm seeking representation from my union and they are refusing to assist me due to a work injury.

I agree with Mr. Pendersen. Your better course of action is to explore your remedies under California's anti-disability statute (FEHA). In most...

What are my options?

Your employer has a duty to provide reasonable accommodation for your disability. The prior manager was able to accommodate you and other than a...

Termed after reporting a supervisor for shoving me. A case of wrongful termination or "take it on the chin?"

The facts as you present them, warrant an initial consultation with an employment attorney (most will do his for free). An employer has a duty...

Can I get fired for a DUI conviction that is over nine years old even if my criminal and driving record are clean otherwise?

If you have not already done so already, you may want to take steps to have the DUI conviction expunged. I believe that under the current law a...

How do I protect myself from a hostile work environment. I fear retaliation from the department I work in and CDCR.

I encourage you to submit a written complaint of the harassment to HR. The complaint should set forth specific examples of the harassing conduct....

Can I receive severance pay

Unless there is a contract that provides otherwise, there is no automatic right to severance pay upon the termination of employment. You may,...

This the labor and employment forum. I'm changing the topic to landlord & tenant.

I cannot opine as to whether a truthful answer will result in a disqualification, but I encourage you to be completely truthful on your...