I feel discriminated at work just because I'm pregnant. what should i do? I need help please. thank you...

California just enacted new regulations that strengthen the rights of pregnant workers. Here is a summary: Definition of “disabled by...

In the State of California, what is considered workplace retaliation? Can these be a violation of public policy?

The employer has a legal duty to provide a safe workplace. Firing you in retaliation for safety complaints may be a violation of public policy if...

Called attorney & faxed a letter requesting a call from my attorney. It's been 12 days last call 4 days fax. Still no response.

Try email, try reaching a secretary or a law partner to explain the urgency of the situation. If all else fails, seek a second opinion from...

I have a misdemeanor theft charged that occured what will it reflect when an employer runs a background check.

It may. It depends on how much the employer pays for a background check. Best regards, David A. Mallen

Your question is unclear. Are you in arbitration or mediation? If this is important enough for you to post a question that only a lawyer can...

Can an employer deduct vacation hours when attending dr. appointments or when you are sick?

Vacation pay banks can be docked for sick days or part-day absences, if that is the employer policy or practice. Both California law and federal...

I requested my employee pay status (exempt or nonexempt) in writing. How long does my boss have to legally respond to me?

If your boss has a pattern and practice of reducing your weekly SALARY because of full or partial day absences due to sickness, doctor visits,...

Should I seek an attorney? At work on my feet and after shift have back pain. Don't have insurance ? Can't afford to miss work.

Also, your employer has a duty to accommodate any disability that makes it harder to do your job. Your doctor can decide what accommodations, if...

If a manager in a competitive company is accusing me of a crime to third parties can they and the company they work for be sued?

If your current company fires you as a result of false accusations, you would have a case against the competing manager for economic and emotional...

Consider some more practical questions. Did you have a written employment agreement? If so, does it have a choice of law provision? Some...