Unfortunately, there is nothing illegal about what you've described. Not everything that's unfair or arbitrary is also illegal. In fact, most...

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Is it legal to target someones nervous breakdown caused by emotional distress knowing the person has a disability to fire them?

It is illegal to discriminate against someone because of a disability. The Fair Employment & Housing Act ("FEHA") covers this issue. In order...

I have been classified as an exempt employee incorrectly. How is interest calculated to enhance my unpaid overtime award?

I also agree with Patrick's answer, but I point out that the interest is not compound. It is 10% simple interest. It doesn't matter what current...

Can I add a Liability Clause in a full time employee's contract?

No. Employees cannot be made the insurers of their employers, even of their own negligence. California law strictly prohibits this, in California...

Former employees targeting a company by recruiting their top sales people (wireless retail sales). Does the company have rights?

This is an unsettled issue in California. While Mr. Botterud cites the correct statute, its interpretation by California courts regarding the...

Mr. Kirschbaum, as usual, hit the nail on the head. Your boss doesn't get to decide whether you are well enough to come back to work. Your doctor...

Do I have a case regarding (several years) ongoing jobsite harassment from a single, particular jobsite superintendent?

No. Harassment does not mean, in a legal sense, what most people think it means. Most "harassment" is not illegal. The law will only protect you...

Do I need an attorney

It is illegal to make racist comments in the workplace. This falls under the Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA"), which is California's...

Are discrimination lawsuits against the State of California capped at $300,000? How are Back & Future pay counted with cap?

Mr. Pederson is absolutely correct. You have misunderstood many important issues, and it is impossible for you to make informed decisions like...

Is it better to file federal lawsuit or state lawsuit?

A suit is not filed in both courts. You pick between federal or state. Most employment lawyers who represent workers will tell you that it is...