Maternity leave. My company is making me and my fiancee split 12 weeks off cause we work together. Is there a way around this?

With regard to the FMLA (or CFRA) leave, your employer is direct, i.e., if both parents work for the same employer, the employer may require the...

What is the correct procedure for what I believe is wrongful termination?

It might, but that can not be determined solely from the facts presented in your question. You should contact an experienced California employment...

I was on stress leave for 6 weeks, once returning back to work the manager fired me.

If you were on qualified FMLA leave, your employer must hold your job (or a similar job) for you when you return. However, if your employer would...

Can an employer in CA require an employee to have a working cell phone as requirement of the position.

Generally, California Labor Code section 2802 requires an employer to reimburse its employees for any expenses that the employer requires the...

Do I get paid for drive time?

I agree with the previous answers. From the facts presented in your question, it appears you SHOULD be paid for the time you drive to and from the...

Retroactive termination, no pay at time of termination.

I agree with the previous answers, in that it appears your employer may have violated California law in multiple respects. First, if you qualified...

Misclassifying employees as independent contractors?

It sounds like the Labor Commissioner (formally known as the Department of Labor Standards Enforcement) is acting upon the authority granted it in...

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Can an employer make me pay for a customers tab due to a computer mistake?

In the situation presented in your question, your employer would NOT be allowed to make you pay the $15 out of your own pocket. California law...

How do i go about suing my employer for wages owed to me because I haven't received any of my 30 min. breaks within 8 hour shift

Yes, you may sue for lawyer's fees as well. Another option you should consider is pursuing a case through the Department of Labor Standards...

Is it legal for an employer to make an exempt employee work 7 days a week continually and if u don't dock ur vacation/sick time?

First of all, if you are only an assistant manager, there is a good chance you may not even be exempt. This will depend on both your salary as...