If my employer fails to follow their own written policies, affecting my job performance, what rights do I have as an employee?

In general, the law affords employers extremely broad discretion with regard to how they can run their business. With few exceptions, written...

Payment of non-exempt employee on medical leave

All time during which an employee is under the control of their employer must be paid. So, an "interview" such as what you describe would...

Can a past suspended license one seat belt ticket and one accident on freeway prevent me from getting a job?

An employer MAY consider your driving record in determining whether to hire you, but unless the position you're applying for involves on-the-clock...

Work permit from primary employer for work a second job.

No employer can prevent you from engaging in other work off the clock. However, in most circumstances employers can condition your further...

I worked 12 to 16 hours a day for 23 days,no days off. Non exempt. Piece work. Reg. Pay,17.50 hr. I have done it for 4 years.

Employers must pay non-exempt employees overtime for all hours worked on the 7th consecutive day of work within a given workweek (1.5 times the...

Prior to filing for workmans comp, My HR manager asked me if I was making up the Injury... Is this discrimination ???

Asking if an injury is genuine is not discrimination, nor does it give rise to any legal claim for damages. If your employer retaliated against in...

No, you cannot deduct from their final wages. You must separately demand payment and sue them in small claims court if they refuse. Good luck.

Can the company be ok with not hire me back if i got sick

Your question is a bit unclear. If you are asking whether your employer can hire workers to replace you while you are on extended medical leave,...

Teacher Unemployment - Reasonable Assurance from a new job

The potential problem I see with a claim on these facts is that you need to be "actively seeking work" to be eligible for benefits. If you already...

Hi after asking upper management to stop harassment retaliation and discrimination at work they Retaliate

Is the harassment you are experiencing related to your race, religion, gender, or some other legally protected trait? The answer to this question...