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Is there a minimum amount of money an employer must pay a "salaried" member of management who is straight salary/non-commission.
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Answered on February 01, 2017
It depends on the position, but typically, you would have to be paid twice the minimum wage. Computer programmers have to be paid a higher wage...
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Can i sue for wrongful termination if the company did not use all the steps leading up to a termination?
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Answered on February 01, 2017
Unfortunately, there is no legal requirement that your employer had to use progressive discipline. As an at-will employee, you can be terminated at...
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Wrongfully terminated due to sexual preference
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Answered on January 30, 2017
Given the circumstances of your firing, you need to consult with an attorney NOW because discrimination claims have a short statute of limitations....
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Do I have a case ?
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Answered on January 30, 2017
WOW. So, bad news, good news. First the bad news, I don't think you have a medical malpractice claim. But you probably have really good claims for...
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Does my employeer has to raise my hr rate due to minimum wage rate in california?
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Answered on January 30, 2017
Actually, its better than just getting the difference. If you make less than twice the minimum wage, you cannot be classified as an exempt...
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Is it legal for an employer to hold your paychecks if you do not provide them with a copy of your social security card?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
They cannot withhold your checks. They can not permit you to work, but once you have earned your wages, you must be paid in a timely manner.
As a prospective tenant can I sue a landlord for discrimination??
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Answered on January 27, 2017
Absolutely. My first job as an attorney was with the Fair Housing Council of San Diego, and we dealt with cases involving familial status...
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I've been paying my cable company for 5 years. They have failed to provide reliable service at all. I'm being extorted.
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Answered on January 27, 2017
I'm sorry to hear that. You have a right to sue your cable company (as you have the right to sue anyone), but take a look at the cable company's...
Is there a rule about marking an exhibit that is attached to a motion, such as highlighting a sentence?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
You can absolutely highlight passages in the exhibit. When I introduce deposition transcripts, I will highlight the portions of the transcript that...
What is the significance of clocking in 5 minutes early?
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Answered on January 27, 2017
There is no such law. The State of California does not care, and has no laws governing, when you work. The only thing the Labor Code cares about is...