I respectfully disagree with Ms. McCall's answer. Whether an employer is responsible to you for maintaining a safe parking lot depends on whether...

I'm unclear: are you saying your background check is coming back as "failed" because your social security number is less than 5 years old? It is...

I have put in two weeks notice. When do I get my last paycheck?

Ms. Karila is absolutely correct. So long as you've given 72 hours notice, they must pay you not just your paycheck, but all other wages due you,...

I am a Recording Artist. Last year I signed a 5-sentence Agreement. Want to know if the paperwork is legal, as it does not state

I see nothing in the agreement that would be illegal. If you had concerns about it, you would have been well-advised to seek legal counsel...

There is no legal definition of "unsatisfactory job performance." You are ordinarily entitled to disability benefits if (1) you were fired, and...

Is there any way i can go on Medical leave under FMLA even though I have not worked a full 12 months? What is my recourse?

California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA") requires that most employers provide a reasonable accommodation for a disability, either...

Is a shop in California allowed not to charge labor on a ticket without technicians approval?

Without viewing whatever document describes your compensation, it's impossible to give a complete and accurate answer. If, however, your...

Can I sue the company I work for because they have yet to give me my promised raise?

I agree with Mr. Kirschbaum. You stated that you were "promised a raise." Depending on the wording of the promise, it can be enforceable or...

I was laid off by my job of 7 years while I was on maternity leave. Is this legal?

I'm sorry this happened to you. This is certainly not the way you wanted to celebrate the arrival of your new baby. While out on...

My company has fmla and I'm requesting it but they do not want to give it to me... What can I do?

I agree with Mr. Pedersen and Mr. Sweat. I write only to add that it's important to make sure that your company is actually required to follow...