Does an Employer have the right to tell you what can and can not to do on break

There is no law that directly addresses your question. Generally, employees may take their meal and rest breaks uninterrupted and free of direction...

My superviser told there no such think as calling out, im sick and i call every one to cover but no one said yes. do they have

Generally, employers are not legally required to provide sick days for employees. In some cases, where an employee is seriously ill, they may...

Can I qualify for unemployment after a temp job?

You must earn a certain amount of wages during a base period in order to qualify for unemployment. The amount you earn will determine how much you...

Do I have to sign a Confidentiality Agreement if it might affect my future job potential?

This kind of agreement is not legally enforceable in California (California Business and Professions Code, section 16600). You can do one of two...

What defence to employ when charged with violating Ca Health and Safety Code (1151.5)

If you are being charged with a criminal offense you need a criminal defense attorney, of course. It does not matter what your legal status is but...

When is it discrimination for employers to hire based on language preference? Some companies prefer Spanish speakers.

If speaking Spanish is simply a matter of preference or convenience as opposed to a bone fide job qualification, it is probably discriminatory.

If you are a seasonal or part-time employee in the retail business you already know your role is to fill in or add extra help to the regular staff...

I started working for a news paper company, they suspended me without reason. Can i sue??

You cannot sue an employer for being unfair. Many things in life are unfair, that doesn't mean you can go around suing every time something bad...

Can your employer ask your doctor about your medical status and your ability to return to work on light duty w/o your knowledge

Not unless you have signed a consent form. But the employer can ask you to provide a medical release from your doctor before you are allowed to...

Will a settlement from my former employer affect my unemployment? Then offered a non paid leave of absence wil that affect unemp

You must report the settlement income to the EDD. But in my experience with clients who received a lump sum settlement, it has not effected their...