Will the nature of a dismissed case show up on a background check in California?

The docket of a criminal case is public record. Whatever information shows up on the docket is very easy to find. You can do it yourself with a few...

Can I be awarded penalties for a late final paycheck?

Employers don't voluntarily pay penalties, even when it is clear they should. If it is worth your time (we are talking the equivalent of a day's...

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Is it considered discrimination if told to be on light duty due to pregnancy and my employer is not able to accommodate me

The accommodation must be "reasonable", which is always a debatable issue and will depend on many variable facts, such as the size of the company,...

There was a creidit card fraud at my job im 17 and there making me and my co-worker 100 each am i suppost to pay ?

Unless you were a part of the fraud or were grossly negligent in allowing this to happen, you should not be made to pay for the loss. Forcing...

Can I be fired in the state of california while being actively on disability?

The answer depends on the reason for the termination. It is unlawful to fire an employee because of a qualified disability, at least without...

I'm currently collecting Unemployment. But I have been offered a temp position lasting 2 weeks. Will EDD re-instate my benefits

You should be able to continue receiving benefits, just not for the time you perform the temp work. Make sure to report the job and income and...

I agree with Mr. Chen. Employees are free to work anywhere they wish and California will not enforce a non-compete agreement even if they signed...

Is this service everyone recieves from self help desk when just trying to get a sample petition to establish paternity packet?

I have re-labeled this as a family law question as you incorrectly listed it as an employment law question.

I was put on partial bed rest (only allowed to stand for a total of 4 hours a day) at the beginning of my pregnancy. (cont...)

Under California law, employers of 5 or more employees are required to allow up to 4 months off for women with pregnancy related disabilities. In...

Can I sue for work done with no pay, but an agreement not fulfilled?

The arrangement you had with the ranch is a little confusing but if there is no employment contract, you should at least be able to claim minimum...