Can I be fired for trying to take over the company I work for?
It may be illegal if what you are doing is unionizing the workforce as opposed to taking over the company.
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It may be illegal if what you are doing is unionizing the workforce as opposed to taking over the company.
You can either contact an employment lawyer who may do the claim on a contingency basis or go to the Labor Commissioner. Here is a list of their...
I agree with attorney Pedersen's assessment. However, I will add that there may be issues related to lunch. Do they allow employees to leave the...
You may have a defamation case regarding the "false allegations." Consult with an experienced attorney.
If you have an individual contract or a union contract you may be entitled to back pay.
Your situation sounds better suited for an actual consultation. Generally, punitive damages are not allowed against public entities.
Also, keep in mind you were entitled to reimbursement from your employer for the use of your cell phone if the company did not provide one.
I will just add to the other comments; causes of action under the Fair Employment and Housing Act do not fall under the Government Tort Claims Act.
Definitely call Cal OSHA or go to their website http://www.dir.ca.gov/DOSH. for more info.
An important question is whether or not this was done with all of your co-workers. However, it appears that you were misclassified as an exempt...