What are my legal rights?

You did the right thing by reporting the discriminatory conduct to HR. Please put your complaints in writing, in the event you are terminated for...

How to ask for another commissioner hearing without going to superior court?

You appeared at a hearing and presented evidence to a Deputy Labor Commissioner. You do not like the Labor Commissioner's decision. You have a...

Do I have any legal recourse ?

Employment in California is at will - an employer/employee may sever the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without...

Can my friend get a settlement?

If indeed the employer has withheld wages, she will not win. The wages and potential penalties sound small. Start with the Labor Commissioner by...

Why is my husband suspended and how long will it take?

Ma'am, I am sure by now you realize you have asked a rhetorical question - one to which you do not expect a response. There is no way an attorney...

I work an hourly job. Do I get time off for lunch ?

Several things you can do: ask your employer for 30 minutes off (the clock) for lunch, go to HR and ask why you are not receiving a meal period of...

Can I still file a state lawsuit after signing an employee contract with arbitration provision?

It is illegal to discriminate against an employee because she is pregnant, however it is not illegal to eliminate a position and terminate the...

Visas U, abuse work?

I do not understand your question completely, however, it sounds like, you worked many hours/week, for less than the minimum wage/hour, and were...

Although CA is an at will state (you or the employer may sever the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause),...

Can I sue a company for hostile work environment, mental stress, harassment and other hurtful things impact not going to work?

Employment law claims are very fact specific and what you have provided is pretty broad. In your situation (based on the facts provided), you may...