What happens if my ex-employer contacts my current employer for defamation?

I agree with the previous answers, but I'm responding to add some additional information. Ask your attorney to consider filing for a protective...

For a month the pizzeria I work in has been 99 degrees, is that legal? Also, is it legal to take hrs. away for complaining?

In California, employers are required to maintain their workplaces to "provide reasonable comfort consistent with industry-wide standards . . . . "...

When I was hired I signed a 'no compete' contract. That was 4 years ago. I recently resigned. Is the no compete clause good?

The combination of the previous answers gives you a good idea of what the law is in California. I will add this, though: customer lists, by...

Can I be legally terminated for testing positive for prescription meds after a return to duty DOT test, even after prior notice?

As I mentioned to you in my other response, if you have a disability under California's Fair Employment and Housing Act ("FEHA") that requires you...

I was terminated after testing positive for prescription meds on a return=to duty-test after notifying management I was using.

In fact, you may not be required by law or contract to use your union bargaining rights, depending on the reason for the pain medications. If you...

After quitting a job I was asked my my previous employer not to return to the store. Is this legal?

This situation, post-employment and concerned with your access to a private business, would probably fall under California's Unruh Act, as opposed...

The previous lawyers have given you some excellent advice. I'll expand a little further in a different direction. Both state and federal law...

Can I sue a company & sue 2 mgrs for flasely accusing me of stealing when I proved I did not?The they took away my purchase.

I disagree with the comments above. The common interest privilege only applies when the previous employer is making a statement to a prospective...

Can my boss not pay me for required work in a per diem setting?

Everything you've described is, unfortunately, within an employer's right. If you have an employment offer, however, and if it constitutes a...

I agree with the previous answers, but I'll add the following: it is not up to the employee to prove that he worked those hours. California law...