Can I (screenwriter/rights owner) walk away from a Producer Attachment agreement to sign an option agreement with someone else?
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Answered on January 08, 2017
The "legal" answer is that an attorney needs to review the papers to advise you as to your rights.
The "practical" answer is that someone in the...
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Company offered a $2500 sign on bonus when I started but only if you worked with for 6mos. It's 6mos and they don't want to pay
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Answered on January 03, 2017
The laws protecting drivers are very complicated. But the laws have been moving in your favor.
It is difficult to assess your potential claims...
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Do I have to download a messenger app on my personal phone for work if my boss asks? Can they fire me if I don't?
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Answered on January 03, 2017
you might have a wrongful termination claim, depending on the facts of the case. If you are working for a large company that is doing this to a lot...
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I am a RN in healthcare. Can I refuse my meal break if not provided within reasonable time of my 12-hour shift?
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Answered on December 26, 2016
I have represented many nurses, and I assume that you are working under something called an alternative work week schedule. Meaning, your employer...
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How can I get unemployment benefits if I failed a drug test?
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Answered on December 26, 2016
The State will probably call you to conduct a phone interview, to find out why you were fired. You should explain your situation, and point out...
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Worker misclassification
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Answered on December 24, 2016
I agree with what the other lawyers have written- you might have a claim for substantial damages, but you should consult an attorney because there...
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How to find employment lawyer in Fremont, CA who works on contingency fee? IT professional haven't been paid 3 months on 1099
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Answered on December 21, 2016
This sounds like it might be a very interesting case- despite what some of the other attorneys have written. I have seen many cases where a...
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Is it legal to be bossed around and then fired by a "client" instead of the employer?
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Answered on December 12, 2016
From what you've written, it does not sound like you have a good shot at winning a wrongful termination claim. But since you worked from home as a...
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How can I get into contact with a labor/employee attorney?
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Answered on December 01, 2016
I am not clear when you write that you were a "per diem" nurse. I have represented a lot of nurses across California, and I suspect that your...
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What should I do next? Even if their isn't a individual case can this possibly become a company wide case?
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Answered on October 23, 2016
It sounds like you might indeed have some Wage and Hour claims against your employer. But I recommend that you first get a confidential, free...