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If i won my first unemployment Appeals hearing why a second hearing for 1030/32 and 5068

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

It isn't clear at all from what you are saying. I've been practicing employment law for 21 years and haven't heard of the situation you describe. ...

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Arbitration agreements with employers. Are they always good? Can an employee request at the time of hire employer sign one?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

Nearly every attorney who represents working people in employment cases will tell you that arbitration agreements are horrible. Nearly every...

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For a wrongful termination lawsuit to win, does the plaintiff need to not get a new better-paying job right afterward?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

Most employment law cases have two major pieces: liability and damages. The plaintiff must prove the employer was responsible for, or liable, for...

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I was suspended from work i was cought using a gift card that was left behind in the amount of $40...i was honest with loss prev

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

Mr. Chen is correct. Employees have very few rights in the workplace. Please see my guide to at-will employment in California which should help...

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My employer knew I was sick but due to a coworkers maternity leave was pushing me to work. Can they suspend & fire me for it.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

I'm sorry this happened to you. Yes, it sure sounds unfair. But no law requires an employer to be fair, or to make smart decisions. Please see...

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Just a letter?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 12, 2012

I've shared your question with the criminal defense law forum, where your question may be seen by more attorneys who practice in this area of the law.

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Is this a leagal way to opay employees

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 10, 2012

In addition to Mr. Chen's advice, there are specific Labor Code sections that covers this kind of thing. California Labor Code section...

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Can I be fired for this?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 09, 2012

I am a California attorney and not eligible to give legal advice in your state. My comments are for information only, based on federal law and...

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I want to know if I qualify to file a Hostile Work Environment case against my employers.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 09, 2012

I am a California attorney and not eligible to give legal advice in your state. My comments are for information only, based on federal law and...

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I was fired for using my site landline.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on March 09, 2012

Please see my guide to at-will employment in California which should help you understand your rights now and in the future:...

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If i won my first unemployment Appeals hearing why a second hearing for 1030/32 and 5068

Arbitration agreements with employers. Are they always good? Can an employee request at the time of hire employer sign one?

For a wrongful termination lawsuit to win, does the plaintiff need to not get a new better-paying job right afterward?

I was suspended from work i was cought using a gift card that was left behind in the amount of $40...i was honest with loss prev

My employer knew I was sick but due to a coworkers maternity leave was pushing me to work. Can they suspend & fire me for it.

Just a letter?

Is this a leagal way to opay employees

Can I be fired for this?

I want to know if I qualify to file a Hostile Work Environment case against my employers.

I was fired for using my site landline.