What recourse do we have if our manager is dipping into our tips?

Mr. Pedersen has pointed you to the right law. It's a bad thing that this is the way the law is because, of course, most customers are not aware...

Will I get in trouble for posting a story of verbal abuse about a past employer?

Mr. Pedersen has given you excellent guidance and I suggest you to listen to his counsel. If you decide to go ahead with your plan anyway, I...

Should I get a Workers comp lawyer

You can find a workers' compensation attorney on the California Applicant Attorneys Association (CAAA) web site: https://www.caaa.org. CAAA is the...

I was injuries in 2012 and was allowed to get treatment but my supervisor would harass me resulting in a stress leave can I sue?

This is something you need to discuss in detail with a workers' compensation attorney. It might depend on whether you can establish you were...

Sexual offender co-worker applying for a job in a competitor company. Can I warn that company?

Don't do it. If you obtained all the information you want to convey in a lawful manner, without violating company policy, and without violating...

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Employment Question in California. Can I ask a job applicant about prior Workers' Compensation claims?

It is illegal under state and federal law to ask this question or to make hiring decisions based on an candidate's prior workers' compensation...

Is there a decent size (not a sole or mom & pops practitioner) Labor & Employment Law Firm serving Los Angeles?

I agree with the attorneys who let you know that the size of a law firm is not a major consideration in getting good representation. You want an...

Question about part-time work with Uber and how it would affect future unemployment claims.

You are required to look for work during periods of unemployment in order to be eligible for benefits. If you falsely claim that you are looking...

I'm an exempt employee. When I take a half day or leave early, is my company required to charge me PTO?

Here is the case Mr. Itkin and Mr. Pedersen refer to: http://f.oc.gs/sodor

Your question is better addressed to an employment counselor than to an attorney. Regarding background checks: There are different levels of...