What kind of lawyer would I need to get if i found maggots and spider in my food?

Sorry to hear about this experience. You might be able to get some coupons from the candy company, but since you did not suffer any actual damages...

Should I file a claim with the DIR or hire an attorney?

The DLSE does not have jurisdiction to prosecute retaliation for engaging in most forms of legally protected activity--they can only prosecute...

It's illegal to obstruct efforts to unionize and certain union activities. However, simply asking what a conversation was about, without imposing...

Is it legal for my employer to switch the paper checks from Direct Deposit with less than a 24 hour notice before my pay date?

Yes, this is completely legal. All that matters is that you get paid for your work in a timely manner. Incidentally, the Labor Code actually...

Customer to Employee Sexual Harrassment

The law requires sexual harassment to be either "severe or pervasive" before it will become actionable. Even then, unless you have suffered some...

Is there a limit to how often, and for how long, one can require a candidate to job shadow as part of the interview process?

Calling these "field interviews" does not change what they actually are--a form of employee training. Employers must pay for training. Therefore,...

Employers retain virtually unlimited discretion to determine employee compensation and no law requires employers to treat all employees the same. ...

Are employers allowed to tell you when you can or have to be available to work?

Employers have virtually unlimited discretion to schedule employees the suit the needs of their business. While unfortunate, there is nothing...

I applied for a job in the company I work for and they said I got the job but found out that they gave it to someone else.

Unless you signed a contract which guaranteed your employment for a specified duration, there is nothing legally actionable about your employer's...

AFTER WORKING FOR AN EMPLOYER CAN THEY FIRE ME IF I REFUSE TO SIGN CERTAIN DOCUMENTS ESPECIALLY WHEN THE DOCS ARE BACK-DATED?

Your employer can change company policies at any time and can terminate you at any time for virtually any reason, including the refusal to sign a...