Under California law, "non-compete agreements" are illegal and unenforceable except in a few situations that I don't see in your facts. (See...

Can an employer deduct vacation hours when attending dr. appointments or when you are sick?

The accrual and use of vacation time is largely a matter of contract rather than statute, meaning that with some exceptions (which I don't believe...

I was terminated for personal business, not involving my job. I provided proof and was still fired. How can I get help?

You need to be more specific about what the "personal matter" is. Without knowing the details it is impossible to know whether you might have a...

I was terminated for tardiness. I have a hearing coming up. What can I say or evidence I can show to prove my case?

It is difficult to answer your questions without more information. First, what kind of hearing do you have coming up? Is it before the EDD for...

I agree completely with the previous responses. The question of whether you have a claim likely depends on what the precipitated the "verbal...

Deleting former employee's documents when there is already a claim and internal investigation is in progress

In addition to Attorney Pedersen's response, I would also note that courts (and, thus, arbitrators) have wide latitude to impose sanctions on...

There should be no problem with issuing a subpoena for employment records after the suit has been filed and the respondent has been served...

I purchased a vehicle about 21 months ago and I tried to get it car registered a while back when I did this was told that it was

Although you have not stated a question, I assume that you want to know what your rights are for having unknowingly bought a salvaged vehicle. But...

DO I HAVE A DISCRIMINATION CASE?

I agree with Attorney Pedersen. It does look as though, based on the facts you've provided, that your supervisor may treat pregnant women and...

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Thank you for your inquiry. I'm not sure what you mean by "clear my name" but I assume that you want to be able to include this position in your...