If I were misclassified as 1099 but was actually a W2 employee, how can I seek damages if I signed a Severance under Duress?

The answers you have received thus so far are correct. With that said, speak to a wage and hour attorney to see if there is any interest to take...

How can I pursue a wrongful termination case for "at-will" employment in California?

If you are an "at will employee," the only thing that's going to change that status is a contract articulating a start and ending date for...

I've been working for a small start up for 7 months with the promise of an employment contract

I am sure you have figured out by now your due compensation. How much compensation is the big question. My immediate thoughts, put together a...

I contacted an Attorney For Advice, they Say to report It To HR and In writing, what If HR dont Take Your Complaint Seriously?

I think it would make sense that you retain an attorney to ascertain exactly what is going on at your work and how it is injuring you. This should...

Can my schedule be changed without notifying me first?

Was it your idea to show up earlier to inventory your truck? If so, it puts additional evidentary stress on the case to prove your additional time...

Can exempt employees be punished if they work less than 40 hrs a week?

Employer can dictate the clocking in and out procedures in addition to the number of hours that a exempt employee is to remain at the...

Hospital administration is not off the hook for overtime even when an employee clocks out and continues working, "off the clock." If an employee...

Can i get unemployment if I was fired from One job for sexual harrasment, and Then got another seasonal job and was laid off

By all means, you should file for benefits based on the facts you provide. My initial thought, you have nothing to lose; second, your former...

Does a whistleblower protected against retaliation at the workplace such as termination before the matter is officially filed?

Generally, the remedy for an aggrieved employee that has been retaliated against and subsequently terminated wrongfully would be money. This is my...

Do California have to inform "At-Will" employees when they are terminated and have them sign the termination papers?

California law does not require an employee to attend an exit meeting with an employer to discuss termination and sign the employers documents to...