Can I be sued for losses?

The first thing that jumps out of your post is whether you were legally classified as an unpaid intern who was contracted to provide technical...

Can i get fired for going through pregnancy changes?

Employers have a legal obligation to attempt to reasonably accommodate employees who suffer from pregnancy related disabilities. Reasonable...

Am I being deducted lunch hours as an employee illegally

Employers are required to pay non-exempt employees for all hours they actually work. They are not required to pay for meal breaks. If you are...

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"Will he be able to get a previous employer to pay for mental treatment related to a shooting he survived over 10 years ago?

It sounds like a horrendous ordeal your friend experienced. Of course, he can certainly contact the previous employer and explain why it has taken...

It is pretty self-explanatory. A binding arbitration means the parties will be bound by the arbitrator's decision. Unless one party can show the...

I recently gave my employer my 2week notice - how long before they are required to pay me my PTO? (California)

If you resigned without notice, the employer must pay your final wages within 72 hours. If you provide at least 72 hours notice of your...

Can I collect UI while I am in the process of getting job back?

If you are not working, through no fault of your own, are available and able to work and you are not suspended for misconduct, you should be...

Can an employer sue for previously paid commissions after losing a labor board penalty award?

It is possible the employer can sue your girlfriend, if it contends it paid her commissions she did not earn. Whether it will depends on the...

Where can I get copies of an unlawful termination suit (CA) if was settled through DFEH EEOC or private mediation/arbitration?

You cannot get copies of claims which have only gone through the administrative process or were handled in private mediation without the consent of...

What is the correct process for filing a disability claim in California?

There is no such thing as a stress free job. Of course, some jobs are more stressful than others, either because of the nature of the job or the...