Can I recover from being "indefinitely suspended" by my employer for being blamed for something that wasn't my job responsibilit

It is legal to suspend an employee as a form of discipline. While the suspension may be unfair, the suspension is not unlawful unless it is based...

i was unlawfully terminated because my patient's caregiver made a complaint about me. The complaint was not patient related .

Whether the complaint is patient related is not relevant to the inquiry of whether you were unlawfully terminated. There is a presumption in...

Can you be fired in California, for having a bud of marijuana in your possession, now that it is not an illegal substance ?

As the other attorney pointed out, California law permits employers to terminate an employee for possession of marijuana on the job. You may,...

Manager stopped scheduling me after work off doctors note was over .. what legal action can you take?

There's not sufficient detail to opine as to whether you have a claim for disability discrimination and other related claims. However, the facts...

Elderabuse/ Retaliation against me for reporting--What is my first step?

It's truly shameful when employer's retaliate against employees for bringing light to unlawful and unethical conduct. I encourage you to speak with...

I'm being threatened at work. I've reported this several times. The other person is very hosted. What are my options

Under current law, an employer's duty to prevent workplace bullying is generally limited to abuse that is related to a protected category (e.g....

Labor Overtime

The answer to your question is somewhat complicated. If you are a non-exempt employee, then you must be relieved of all duties for lunch and be...

I do have a case?

You may have a claim for sexual harassment. Your employer has the duty to provide a workplace that is free of harassment and discrimination, and...

In CA, i was terminated mid-month & originally classified as an exempt employee. Am i entitled to full month's pay?

You would be entitled to all wages earned as of your last date of employment. I recommend that you speak with an employment attorney before...

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Can I get workers comp?

You may have a claim for disability discrimination under the FEHA. Regardless of an employer's attendance policy, it has the obligation to engage...