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How exactly does constructive dismissal work in California?

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 30, 2015

First of all, the reason you are asking these questions is because you suspect that you won't be eligible for Unemployment Insurance Benefits and...

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Help me and guide me through this, what legal action can i take against this person.

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 30, 2015

Yes, you can take action against him in a few different ways. Look for an employment attorney well-versed in wage/hour matters in your area. You...

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I have worked only four months, and was laid off, am Ineleigible for unwmploynent. Before that, I have not worked since 2011.

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 22, 2015

Perhaps you could re-post with an actual question. There is no question posed and it would be speculation to assume what answer you may be looking...

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How can we legally pass along fees (such as stop pay fees), or for other administrative purposes, to an employee?

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

Have you considered direct deposit, to eliminate the problem altogether? Good luck to you.

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What can I do about a coworker that spreads around malicious gossip? Boss will not and has done nothing about her behaviors.

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

In the event that you do pursue legal action against your employer, now would be a good time to put your former complaints in writing to either the...

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Was that a bad fire any laws broken this is after i went to hr on store manager

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

Your actual question is difficult to understand, however, whoever was fired should apply for unemployment although depending on the reason for the...

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What do I do now?

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 17, 2015

The DLSE will contact you with a date for a settlement conference where you and your employer will have an opportunity to resolve your matter by...

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What should I do next ? I'm afrid of retaliation from my manager.

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 16, 2015

Your best practice right now, before consulting an attorney, would be to memorialize each conversation you have had with HR, CFO, and CEO, in...

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Can I be made to take days off without pay if I signed a employment offer contract for full time work because there's no work?

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 16, 2015

If you signed a contract, you may want to consult with an employment attorney to determine if your employer is in breach of that contract. On the...

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I filed for unemployment last Dec. and I was just laid off again. Should I wait until after the 52. week to file again?

Lesly's answer | Answered on December 16, 2015

I am sorry to hear that you have been laid off from your job this time of year. As for Unemployment Insurance, file now. Allow the EDD the...

Lesly Jeanne Adams's Answers (612)

How exactly does constructive dismissal work in California?

Help me and guide me through this, what legal action can i take against this person.

I have worked only four months, and was laid off, am Ineleigible for unwmploynent. Before that, I have not worked since 2011.

How can we legally pass along fees (such as stop pay fees), or for other administrative purposes, to an employee?

What can I do about a coworker that spreads around malicious gossip? Boss will not and has done nothing about her behaviors.

Was that a bad fire any laws broken this is after i went to hr on store manager

What do I do now?

What should I do next ? I'm afrid of retaliation from my manager.

Can I be made to take days off without pay if I signed a employment offer contract for full time work because there's no work?

I filed for unemployment last Dec. and I was just laid off again. Should I wait until after the 52. week to file again?