Is his employer allowed to ask for copy of a medical report listing his limitations if he has never even filed for injury?

In California, an employer can ask employees and job applicants whether they can perform job duties and whether they need any reasonable...

What can I do or should I do if this is another trick to keep my vacation from me? Isn't there a 72 hour law for final payments?

I agree with Mr. Treglio. The latest an employee should be paid after separation is 72 hours. When employees are terminated or laid off,...

Who's responsibility is it to provide personal protective equipment for the employees? Does this fall under the ADA guidelines?

Generally, employers must provide employees all equipment and materials necessary to work for them. Alternatively, if employees purchase the...

What we should do? Do we need to hire an attorney or call the labor department?

Employers must pay non-exempt employees for all hours worked. Employers may not shave off worked time or automatically clock employees out for 30...

What are computer operations for the purposes of using CA Labor Code section 515(b)(3)?

I agree with Mr. Pedersen. Typically, exemption analysis requires weighing a multitude of factors in depth. I consultation with an attorney...

I agree with the other attorneys. The employer need only provide access to potable water. Bottled water is a luxury.

Can I apply for unemployment benefits?

In California, the EDD has the same basic eligibility requirements for a temporary worker to receive Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits as a...

What is the legality of restaurant tip sharing policy?

In California, a "fair and reasonable" mandatory tip sharing policy is legal as long as the managers, supervisors, or owners do not share in the...

Retaliation in the work force post reporting the company for violating environment and patients-rights, will you take my case?

I agree with Mr. Byrnes and Mr. Zurada. Fortunately, California public policy strongly favors encouraging employees to report illegalities and...

What can I do ? Do i have a case of whistleblowing retaliation?

An attorney needs to fully analyze all of your facts to do determine if you specifically have a good whistle blower retaliation case. But I can...