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Does any bay area local employment law attorney out there have interest in my case?
Employer, labor laws, mileage, employment
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Answered on May 20, 2013
You have not provided enough factual information to provide a meaningful answer as to whether or not you are owed mileage reimbursement. You may...
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Hostile, Uncomfortable and unsafe working conditions
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Answered on April 13, 2013
In addition to what has been said already, I would add this: If you believe the employer has not taken appropriate steps to remedy your concerns...
Is it illegal to not allow employees to use the bathroom unless its their break time?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
California's meal break and rest period requirements to not apply to government workers in California. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) cover...
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I was terminated for theft of 25 $ but my employer violates several california labor laws, do I have a case against them?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
As has been mentioned, you may have a wage claim for the missed meal breaks or rest periods. Your employer will likely argue you were allowed the...
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When confronted about drug abuse is an employer required to offer drug rehab?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
California Labor Code section 1025 provides:
"Every private employer regularly employing 25 or more employees shall reasonably accommodate any...
Does a 1099 employer have up to 90 days to pay me?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
It sounds from the way you describe your job and your "coworkers" you may be misclassified as a "1099 employee" - meaning an independent contractor...
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What can I do if my employer was not sending us on breaks?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
California Labor Code section 512 requires for nonexempt employees one 30-minute unpaid meal period for workdays exceeding 5 hours and a second...
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Need a Tax attorney that knows employment law.
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Answered on April 13, 2013
It isn't clear what you are asking. As best as I can understand what you wrote, it sounds as though two entities - the general contractor and you -...
Can a corporation be considered an "employee"?
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Answered on April 13, 2013
You're correct in your observation that the Labor Commissioner and the Employment Development Department are cracking down severely on "underground...
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Can my employer cover my shift (if I didn't ask) if I am injured and limited to what I can do?
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Answered on April 12, 2013
The employer may temporarily delay your return to work for a reasonable time while it evaluates your work restrictions for your safety and business...