If I get laid off from a paid position but take an unpaid position elsewhere, can I collect unemployment while working unpaid?

You have nothing to lose by trying to get unemployment benefits. The worst thing that can happen is they deny you. Go for it. Best of luck.

Is This Wrongful Termination?

If you are truly an independent contractor your claims may be in breach of contract and not wrongful termination. If you were wrongfully...

While on leave my employer told me I had to have the doctor fill out a form stating the specific diagnosis, is this legal to do?

You have an absolute right to keep you medical condition private. Talk to a lawyer about this issue. A good lawyer can help you come up with the...

There may be case law out there that says making female employees reveal more of their body than male employees is a form of gender discrimination...

My employer violated overtime and meal break under California law. What are labor code 201, 204, labor code 205 and labor 210?

There are a lot of websites you can find and you can type in the specific labor code you want to do research on. I would try those websites and...

If I file a lawsuit against my employer for overtime and mealtime violation, will that be a public record?

Filing a lawsuit would be a public record. There are some advantages in filing a lawsuit for overtime owed because the law allows for attorney's...

What do I do if my manager question my way of attire and i feel this because Iam gay she always treating me like a guy ?

It is illegal to harass or discriminate against you because you are gay. It sounds like you may have a good discrimination case but you would need...

Should I leave my job without a notice stating that I am fired or without my final check?

If you are terminated you need to be paid your final paycheck immediately. You don't have to sign any documents to get your final paycheck. If...

What are the rights, risks, and legal implications of high-skill non-union workers presenting a united front in Los Angeles?

There are legal protections for employees if they join or engage in union activity. I would consult with an employment law lawyer.

What's the breakdown in terms of overtime if I worked 5 days and in the 4th day I worked 16 hours and the 5th day accumulated

I agree with the other lawyers.