Is my former government employer subject to wage penalties?

No. The government is specifically excluded by statute from waiting time penalties. Sincerely, Craig T. Byrnes

Mr. Pederson is correct. Not only have you misstated Civil Code §3294, but you can't get punitive damages for a cause of action based in...

Is it legal to require new employees to sign a contract that threatens termination if they speak negatively of the company?

The First Amendment only applies to government efforts to stop free speech. The government can't prevent you from speaking badly of your...

You haven't asked a question, but I'll provide some information anyway. It is not illegal to make you feel uncomfortable. It is not illegal to...

What is EEOC’s standing in an Employee getting two different P.I.Ps one week apart?

There's no way to answer your question without speaking to you at length about your situation. It sounds like you suspect the PIPs may have been...

Can I sue the Marriott for trying to force me to work full time after already granting me part time?

No, you can't sue them for that. Employment at will means that they can change the terms and conditions of your employment whenever they like,...

I respectfully disagree with the previous response. If your encroachment on the 2 feet was open (meaning you weren't trying to hide it) and...

Can I sue for termination from employment when I was being sexually harassed by the director?

I'm sorry this happened to you. What you've described may have constituted sexual harassment, and illegal retaliation under California's Fair...

It depends on the reason why you didn't want to shave your beard. If you have a beard for the reason that you like having it, the law will not...

From your description, yes, you are owed overtime, and your co-workers may be as well. In California, any time worked over 8 hours in a day is...