What can a former employer say to a prospective employer?

This is a personal note of encouragement, not legal advice. Some employers are OK with hiring employees with criminal convictions who have paid...

As a waitress, if a table gets up and leaves without paying, can I be held responsible for paying the check??

Dear Redondo Beach Neighbor: In addition to the correct legal analysis offered by my colleagues, I offer personal and practical advice. If...

I was terminated 3 days after my 90 day probation period. Does this mean anything? What is the purpose of a 90 day probation?

The 90-day probation period means nothing, unless you have a written contract. Even if you pass the 90-days, you are still considered an "at-will"...

This is an area where even experts disagree. But if they are asking for it in the complaint, anywhere in the complaint, then you are on notice of...

Usually sub-service is supported by a declaration that the person made 3 attempts to serve you in person, and then left the summons with someone at...

My question is sexual harassment my co worker used very foul language in front of me after i asked him to not do it

If a local lawyer cannot help you, then perhaps you can go the boss or the human resource department and ask, in a nice and professional way, for...

Employer asked EEOC to call me about my discrimination claim. Is this mediation?

Mediation is usually done in person, with a neutral third party called a mediator. The mediator is usually a lawyer or retired Judge. David...

Terminated from my job and not explained why.

File for unemployment, and then try to get a free consultation with a local employment lawyer. If you hear lawyers declining representation for the...

Appealing Denial of Unemployment Benefits

Try to find a local lawyer who knows the system. You can start here. http://www.web.ucrc.state.oh.us/FAQ/Questions.stm David Mallen

How do I collect my earnings from an employer located in another state. I was independently contracted to work but never paid.

Depending on the limits in your state, you could file a small claims action in your local court, serve the defendant (who probably would not...