Own a small corp. Want to know if there are any potential issues if I try to prevent employees from seeking addtn'l employment.

The California Labor Commissioner may accept claims for loss of wages, under Cal. Labor Code section 96(k), that result from "demotion, suspension,...

If an elderly couple has had a live in caregiver as an independent contractor

There is a good chance the caretaker is already an employee in the eyes of the law, the couple just does not realize it yet. The fact that he lives...

I need to sue my employer; the state of california for HIPAA violations

To find attorneys in your area to discuss your case with, I suggest you go to the website for the California Employment Lawyers Association at...

Fired for other resons stated

I assume you are referring to the ALJ presiding over an EDD appeal hearing and the judge found that you were not fired for misconduct, as the...

I took 4 days of PTO. Dr's note requested I not return to work for another week.Is it premature for employer to push FMLA on me?

No, it's not new. These provisions have always been included in the FMLA and its California equivalent, the CFRA since its inception.

I was employed through a city they have a year probation period. I got injured at work was put on light duty my supervisor

This appears to be a clear workers compensation case and a Labor Code section 132a violation for firing you after getting hurt on the job. You...

While a review of the vacation policy would be necessary for a more definitive opinion, generally speaking, use it or lose it vacation policies are...

The grounds to be denied unemployment benefits are different from whether an employer has the right to terminate employment. Since most employees...

MY HUSBAND GOT LAID OFF FROM HIS JOB ON 10-09-09 AND BEEN WITH TEAMSTERS LOCAL 70 FOR 2 YEARS BEFORE HE GOT LAID OFF WHEN HE GOT

No one can tell you what your chances of winning are without knowing all the facts and even then, it would only be an educated guess because of the...

Is it "illegal" in California to photocopy your work schedule to take home if it includes other co-worker's schedules?

I agree with Mr. Kane. I don't believe it is illegal either. It sounds as though your employer is paranoid you may be trying to document a wage and...