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Are there legal grounds to fire someone from a retailing job over multiple uses of the same store-given coupon?
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Answered on September 08, 2013
Yes, you can be fired for this. Unless you are a union member or have a contract that guarantees your employment, you are an "at will" employee...
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What is the best way to inform an employer that he or she will be reported to authorities for the hiring of illegal immigrants
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Answered on September 08, 2013
It really depends on how you define "best." The best way to protect yourself? The best way to ensure they are punished? Not punished? You can...
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Do i have a strong case?
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Answered on September 08, 2013
You may very well have a strong case. You need to consult with a local dental malpractice attorney and retain the opinion of another dentist to...
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In California I was laid off for lack of work he is now advertising for my previous job Is he legally required to rehire me?
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Answered on September 08, 2013
Non-union private sector employees have no re-hire rights. Employment is "at will" absent an agreement to the contrary, and as such, can be...
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Can I start up my own business after leaving an employer that had me sign paper work saying that I would not?
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Answered on September 08, 2013
California law staunchly disfavors non-compete agreements. Specifically, Business & Professions Code 16600 provides that "every contract by which...
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I was assaulted by my co-worker, I defended my self, we were both fired 3 weeks later, do have a case to get my job back.
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Answered on September 07, 2013
As the other responders have noted, there is nothing unlawful about termination under these circumstances.
Physical assaults rarely come...
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EMT worker@ a hospital, night shift. Being paid $3.00, yet nurses get $5.00. New hire was told, $5.00. If not fair, retro pay?
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Answered on September 07, 2013
The law affords employers a vast degree of discretion with regard to how they choose to pay their employees. "Fairness" does not come into the...
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Can I go out of FMLA or just normal disability due to sress at work? And is it paid or unpaid in CA?
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Answered on September 07, 2013
If your stress and anxiety constitute a "serious health condition" you may be eligible for up to 12 weeks of protected job leave under the FMLA. ...
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Can my case be voided if my vision was impaired during the whole misdemaner curdew law case?
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Answered on September 07, 2013
Your question is extremely unclear. If you are asking whether a criminal matter can be "voided" because you signed your citation on the wrong...
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Is it legal for a company to hire you as on call and still schedule you 40+ hours?
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Answered on September 06, 2013
What you describe is bad management, but there is no general law against bad management. You choices are to do your best to put up with the...
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