What are the statutes of limitation for plaintiff's actions against public entities and private entities (claims/complaints etc)

It is impossible to generalize the answer to your question. Statutes of limitations can be very complicated to calculate and turn on the specific...

Private sector time card fraud, unless it results in overcharging of contracted services to third parties or an unlawful deduction of wages to you,...

EDD denied my unemployment benefits.

Sorry to hear about this. Section 1256-42(b) of Title 22 provides: "A discharge by an employer of an individual for violation of an employer...

Can I file a suit for defamation/libel/emotional distress?

I'm sorry this happened to you. Unfortunately, parties to a lawsuit are generally protected from claims for defamation arising from statements...

Can an employer tell his employees that they are not allowed to speak to each other during work hours?

A manager can tell his or her employees to do just about anything that does not specifically constitute a violation of law or public policy. While...

The answer to your question depends on whether you were improperly classified as a contractor. Assuming you were actually an employee, Labor Code...

I feel as though I am facing discrimination based on my age in California as I am in the process of looking for jobs.

"I've never held a job" That's an entirely legal reason not to hire someone, and no doubt the reason your prospective employers would give if...

Can I sue EDD for sending me another person's EDD application?

In order to bring a lawsuit you need damages. This error has not caused you to sustain a damage of any kind, and thus would not be actionable in...

How far in advance must an employer notify an employee for the employee to qualify for reporting time pay?

The law requires employers to pay reporting time if an employee is "required to report to work and does report.." I understand your point, but an...

Can my ex-employer re-hire me after I was subpoena for a deposition against them?

It is illegal to retaliate against an employee for his or her participation (including deposition testimony) in a wage claim or discrimination...