In CA. how many hours should I be paid for reporting to the company office for hour of paid training at a labor temp agency?

Unfortunately, you only get paid for the hour spent on the job site. Now, I'm a bit more aggressive in terms of when employees should be paid than...

Can a company keep harassing me on my personal phone??

So, several things. First, if your employer is contacting you through your personal phone, you have a right to seek reimbursement of your expenses...

What is the legal definition of company time?

"Company time" is not something within the Labor Code or the Wage Orders. But compensable time is a thing. Any time you are under the control of...

To add to Mr. Pedersen's point, the consumer report issued by the investigative consumer reporting agency should not have disclosed your prior...

Definitely. Under Labor Code section 227.3, your husband is owed all unused but accrued vacation pay upon termination. A failure to do so violates...

Will I be able to successfully sue a corporate retail company?

Wait, were you terminated for "lounging" while on a break? If that's the case, then there's a bit more than discrimination at play. Contact an...

How do I find a lawyer that specializes in public employee issues?

There are a couple of places to look for an attorney in this area. First, you can look for an attorney on this site, using the "find a lawyer"...

Is passing on payroll costs to an employee legal?

Short answer: No. Contact an employment attorney now. Long answer: Your question raises a number of issues that you may not be aware of. First,...

Am I an at will employee?

Unless you have a specific agreement otherwise, you are an at-will employee. Here, it sounds like you were an at-will employee, and as such, your...

Can I sue for missed meal breaks if I take a 30 minute break within an hour of starting my shift and then work 5 + hours?

There's a lot there to unpack here, well beyond just meal periods. Any modification of your timecards is very illegal. You need to contact an...