Can I file a restraining order for on my employee for harassment and stalking me after we broke up from relationship?
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Answered on November 01, 2025
Hello. If there are threats of violence, you apply for a Workplace Violence Restraining Order under California Code of Civil Procedure section...
Can a company raise my base salary on the condition that I agree to lower my annual bonus rate?
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Answered on November 01, 2025
Hello. The short answer: Yes. Assuming you're an at-will employee, they can do anything they want, so long as it's not illegal. Assuming that the...
Is there a time limit to file a claim for discrimination, on-going harassment, retaliation, and defamation of character?
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Answered on October 27, 2025
Hello. Generally, for harassment and discrimination, three years for the CA CRD. Defamation: one year. Good luck.
Can I participate in a lawsuit against my employer if I signed an agreement which said I would settle disputes via arbitration?
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Answered on October 26, 2025
Hello. You're not a party to this dispute so your arbitration agreement is irrelevant. You're simply a witness. Barring some other facts not...
Can a buisness promote a private event that is women only if it is paid for through a private entity?
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. We'd have to know a lot more facts, but based on what you wrote, there's nothing discriminatory about a women's only event. This isn't...
Do I have a discrimination case even if I haven’t been demoted or fired ( yet)?
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. When you say you filed a grievance, do you mean with a union or with HR, or ? Age claims are notoriously very hard to prove unless you have...
I am concerned that I may be misclassified in my tax status? Check to see if it's legal?
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. You'll want to look at the ABC Test. You must meet ALL three factors in order to be an independent contractor, which is what a W-9 is used...
Can my employer charge my PTO?
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. This is permissible (whether it's smart or not is another question). If you're truly exempt, then you are expected to work until the job is...
How are sick time hours allocated in California? We are only allowed to use 8 hours sick pay for a missed 24 hour shift.
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. California Mandated Paid Sick Leave requires that the leave be earned and used (if wanted) based on the shift. If your shift is 24 hours,...
Employee Classification and Termination?
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Answered on October 25, 2025
Hello. There's a lot going on here. First, it's highly, highly unlikely that your daughter was an independent contractor, which is what a W-9 is...
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