Was LAPD allowed to do this and why wasn't I given chance to appeal/explain circumstances?

The law prohibits most government employers from denying employment on the basis of a bankruptcy filing. However, peace officer positions are an...

Is it legal for my employer to reduce my annual salary if I elect health coverage provided by my employer?

Salaries are negotiable, and what you describe is perfectly acceptable. Best, Patrick

The general rule is that consent is not required if use of the employee's likeness in an advertisement is "only incidental, and not essential, to...

IF NO ONE WILL WORK WITH YOU AND THE EDD IS NOT DISCHARGED IN BK, THEN WHAT DO YOU DO

Unfortunately, these are the risks of doing business. If you are not adequately funded, things can get difficult very quick. If you cannot afford...

Need clarification on whether this is a situation of blacklisting......

It is not illegal to "blacklist." Employers have the right to hire whoever they want, provided they do not base their decision on a legally...

Can an employer fire someone for exchanging naughty pics using a company phone?

If it's the employer's phone they can access at any time with or without advanced notice. Whether or not this is a company phone, an "at will"...

Question about filling out statement of damages in CA.

Generally you must state a punitive damage amount in your statement of damages. "Loss of earnings" refers to past loss of earnings. There should...

Do I have a case against the hotel?

Did you contract a disease due to these unsanitary conditions? If not, then you probably do not have any recoverable damages and your sole...

Do I quit? Should I just be quiet and try to forget about it? Do I have the right to protect myself? What if I get fired?

Unfortunately, no law requires your employer to be fair, nice or even respectful to you. "Hostile" treatment is generally only against the law...

Can I still sue the auto insurance due to accident?

If you accepted money in exchange for a signed release, then it is very unlikely you can reopen the claim. Even if it were possible to argue that...