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Is there any double time in this schedule? My employer only pays time a half. When it is a holiday is it employer prerogative

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

Mr. Weinman gave you an excellent and comprehensive answer. It seems likely that you are entitled to overtime on the days you work 16 hours: ...

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FMLA ran out

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

I absolutely agree you may have a viable claim for disability discrimination, though as Mr. Pedersen explained, the detailed facts of your case...

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How is a former employer supposed to compensate a former employee if they were misclassified as a 1099 contractor?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

If your claim is small, you can get free assistance from the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE). The DLSE is a sub-agency within the...

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“Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

The ADA applies to interactions with the police. The police are required to accommodate the suspect's disability. It's easier to see this if you...

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I was 1099 contract employee and have an outstanding invoice of $4500, how can I collect on it?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

If you truly were an independent contractor, then I agree that Small Claims Court would be the fastest and least expensive way to proceed. The San...

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Im a seasonal firefighter ,I recently got an appeal form for an extension.Not sure why i got it I know I made enough last year

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

Mr. Weinman is correct. We need to know what your circumstances are before we can offer any guidance. Were you receiving unemployment benefits? Did...

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How does a co-op change the union that runs it's super (sole employee) or eliminate the job?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

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Can a senior executive officer of a union go through your file and say that you have too many hours and decrease your hours?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

I am a California attorney and cannot give legal advice in your state. My comments are information only, based on federal law and general legal...

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Can I receive unemployment benefits in CA?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

I agree you should try your best to get written, dated and signed statements from the other two employees because down the road, if they are still...

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Can I keep a package that was mailed to me with the intent of forwarding it overseas?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

Sadly, it sounds like you were the victim of a scam. You might report this to the police or district attorney, though my guess is that unless there...

Marilynn Mika Spencer's Answers (7040)

Is there any double time in this schedule? My employer only pays time a half. When it is a holiday is it employer prerogative

FMLA ran out

How is a former employer supposed to compensate a former employee if they were misclassified as a 1099 contractor?

“Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

I was 1099 contract employee and have an outstanding invoice of $4500, how can I collect on it?

Im a seasonal firefighter ,I recently got an appeal form for an extension.Not sure why i got it I know I made enough last year

How does a co-op change the union that runs it's super (sole employee) or eliminate the job?

Can a senior executive officer of a union go through your file and say that you have too many hours and decrease your hours?

Can I receive unemployment benefits in CA?

Can I keep a package that was mailed to me with the intent of forwarding it overseas?