Can an employer dismiss me for asking for bereavement leave?

At-will employment is a doctrine in which an employee can be dismissed by an employer for any reason without having to establish "just cause" for...

An employee who takes a pregnancy disability leave and returns within the four-month period is guaranteed the right to return to her same position....

Ms. Karila's response is correct. While your employee does not qualify for medical leave under FMLA, you are on the verge of possibly violating...

In California, wages, with some exceptions, must be paid at least twice during each calendar month on the days designated in advance as regular...

Was my termination unjust? I have never been talked to about anything in regards to my work performance during my time employed

At-will employment is a doctrine in which an employee can be dismissed by an employer for any reason without having to establish "just cause" for...

Can I sue my former employer for everything due to initiating an EDD Unemployment disqualification resulting into a judgement.

I am not sure what went on in the past with your issue, but it seems as though an attorney would have to take a deeper look at your case before...

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I AM A LIVE IN CAREGIVER. MY EMPLOYER HAS DEDUCTED MONEY FROM MY CHECK FOR RENT FOR BEING AT THE CLIENT'S HOUSE AND TOLD ME IT

It sounds as though something fishy might be going on with your employer. You might benefit from consulting with an experienced employment law...

Is there anything I can do about this?

At-will employment is a doctrine in which an employee can be dismissed by an employer for any reason without having to establish "just cause" for...

Does my friend need to respond to an overpayment notice?

It is unclear from your post from whom she received the overpayment. It is also unclear whether she disputed that the payment was an overpayment. ...

My company asked me to resign and told me that they would provide me with a letter stating that they wouldn't try to block unemp

What is your question. Section 1256 of the Unemployment Insurance Code provides that an individual is disqualified if he/she was discharged for...