Questions answered by Carla Elisa Kimberly Lind

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What i have to do in this situation

Carla's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

I'm not exactly sure what is happening exactly in your situation, but it does sound like you have a few wage in our violations going on at your...

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Is this legal? Is there any grounds for a class action? I'm sure we have over 1500 employees.

Carla's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

I think you and your coworkers may have class claims against your employer, but like my colleague who answered previously, additional...

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Employer states that no wages were owed and money is for an injury that i am supposedly claiming.did i commit fraud?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 21, 2016

I would need quite a bit more information to answer your question adequately. As an aside, a cause of action for fraud requires intent, so if you...

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My employer keeps my tips, and just gives a little chunk of it. What can I do with the proof, how do I keep my job transparent?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 19, 2016

You appear to have wage and hour claims against your employer. I would suggest demanding IN WRITING a record of all credit card transactions in...

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I'm looking for an experienced employment lawyer in the LA area. Can you please provide a recommendation.

Carla's answer | Answered on March 18, 2016

We cannot solicit clients on this website. I would highly suggest that you go to the California Employment Lawyer's Association website and start...

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Is it legal to pay employees a set amount each week regardless of how many hours they work, even if the set amount covers my OT?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 15, 2016

I would need a little more information to make a determination... Does he pay the hours you work over 40 in one week at the overtime rate? Overtime...

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What can I do? Can I submit a "Whistle-blower" with CalOsha complaint program and be protected from any retaliation ?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 15, 2016

I would suggest that you put the complaint you made to the district manager in writing, and send it to him confirming your conversation. Otherwise,...

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What is the background of a DLSE hearing officer?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

The hearing officer may or may not have legal training. At a minimum, however, they are trained with DLSE procedures and have knowledge of the...

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What actions can be taken against the temp agency ?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 11, 2016

I would have an attorney take a look at any paperwork you executed with the temp agency, because it should contain provisions applicable to these...

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How do I pursue a wage claim at the Labor Commissioner after I move out of the state?

Carla's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

Two appearances - the conference and the hearing. If your former employer has hired an attorney or you think they would, I would highly recommend...

Carla Elisa Kimberly Lind's Answers (86)

What i have to do in this situation

Is this legal? Is there any grounds for a class action? I'm sure we have over 1500 employees.

Employer states that no wages were owed and money is for an injury that i am supposedly claiming.did i commit fraud?

My employer keeps my tips, and just gives a little chunk of it. What can I do with the proof, how do I keep my job transparent?

I'm looking for an experienced employment lawyer in the LA area. Can you please provide a recommendation.

Is it legal to pay employees a set amount each week regardless of how many hours they work, even if the set amount covers my OT?

What can I do? Can I submit a "Whistle-blower" with CalOsha complaint program and be protected from any retaliation ?

What is the background of a DLSE hearing officer?

What actions can be taken against the temp agency ?

How do I pursue a wage claim at the Labor Commissioner after I move out of the state?