It is difficult to provide a specific answer to your question without knowing what context the phrase is used in. I would venture to guess, since...

Do i need to put my felony down on a job application? Will i be denied a job if i dont pass a background check?

If the job application asks whether you have ever been convicted of a felony, you do have to respond truthfully. Yes, you can be rejected for a job...

How do I find a top lawyer that specializes in FEHA cases in Santa Clara County?

Many of the best employment law attorneys are members of such organizations as the California Employment Lawyers Association (CELA) and the...

What type of severance is appropriate to avoid backlash from firing someone?

There are many factors that are considered in determining what a fair severance may be. Traditionally, severance was paid to employees who lost...

Could it be wrongful termination? Of course, it could. The secret to success in any wrongful termination case is evidence. If there is evidence to...

Am I eligible for Unemployment for being fired for "poor performance"?

Yes,you would be eligible for benefits if you were merely fired for poor performance. The two reasons to deny benefits are for committing...

Do I need a lawyer for being terminated while hospitalized?

If this employer has at least 50 employees within a 75 mile radius of where you work, you probably qualify for protected leave under the Family...

Can my employer give away my services and not compensate me for them?

No one can be required to work for free. Whatever the commission structure is should be designed to pay you no less than minimum wage for all hours...

I am very confused. The EDD says I have an existing claim, when I have been working for the past year.

I would be speculating but is it possible someone stole your identify? Follow up with the EDD immediately and find out where the payments have been...

Can i sue for getting less hours than my contract says i need to be scheduled?

An attorney will have to read the contract to be able to offer a legal opinion regarding your rights and obligations. But assuming the employer has...