The company I work for has a written pay range for the job that I have but was paying me below that range. Is that legal?

California law does not require employers to pay specified positions within any pay range. We only have a minimum wage requirement, which must be...

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I signed an offer letter and I'm waiting for my visa to be approved . Can I cancel the offer before I start working ?

Without reading what you signed or knowing the factual circumstances, it would not be possible to answer your question. As a general legal concept,...

I feel that my boss is pushing hard and has VERY high standards for but no else. When I said that to him just about admitted it

The question that needs to be addressed is why do you believe your boss is singling you out? As Mr. Taylor says, unless it is because of some form...

Hello... How do I appeal the cancellation of my unemployment insurance?

The most important thing you must do, if you have not done so already, is to file a timely appeal. You have 20 days from the date of the notice...

Can I file a complaint with California Fair Employment&Housing if I filed for worker compensation?

You do not give up any rights relating to an employment discrimination claim you may have against your employer, if you file a workers compensation...

Is it legal for my employer to take money from my check for an "incomplete" health screening that wasn't really incomplete?

This sounds like an illegal wage deduction to me. But the question is whether it is worth fighting over. You could probably get the money back by...

Can employer (public entity) force an employee to involuntarily retire without due process of the law for employee?

One would have to know all the facts and also what rights he would have through his memorandum of understanding. This is something that should have...

My sister got laid off without notice because the company became aware of a surgery she underwent two years ago , is this OK ?

No, this is not okay. It could be perceived disability discrimination. Without knowing more, it is difficult to offer an opinion. Tell your sister...

Looking to know my rights, or any action I should take with regards to being placed on paid administration leave.

If you work for a private employer, your rights are very limited. You are presumed to be an "at-will" employee, unless you have a contract with the...

Can I sue a previous manager for falsely claiming I "voluntarily quit with no due cause"?

You must appeal the decision within 20 days of the date of the letter you received. There will be an administrative hearing where you can defend...