How can I hire a worker and not pay unemployment if I fire them in 2 weeks for being too slow ( 4 hour job done in 13 Hours!)?

Terminating an employee for performance reasons is not grounds to deny unemployment benefits. If you have evidence that these employees...

I am being black balled/banned by a utility.

Unless you have evidence that the reason they will not allow you on the property is for unlawful reasons, (for example, race, religion, gender,...

I am being told that i am un eligable for rehire to a company, can i find out why?

You are legally entitled to see your personnel file, under California Labor Code, Section 1198.5. However, you do not have a right to change or...

The company cannot require that you attend the Christmas party. That is your choice. Nor can they require that any aspect of your wage go toward...

This too difficult and complex an issue to be answered in a general terms on a web site. The contract must be reviewed, in light of the...

Can a complaint filed with a California Sheriff's department be withdrawn?

It cannot be withdrawn, but it can be corrected if the employer wishes to state that upon further investigation, they discovered they were in...

Can i collect unemployment while pregnant, then collect disability after the birth and then unemployment once disabilty is done?

As long as you are able to work, you should be able to qualify for unemployment. Once you are medically unable to work, as supported by your health...

My appeal date has been set, can I get any help?

In addition to Mr. Brinkmeier's fine advice, I always advise clients to go to the appeals office, prior to the day of the hearing and ask for a...

Can a California Company enforce a non-competition clause on an Independent Consultant?

As has been stated by my colleagues, most non-compete provisions are not enforceable in California, under the Business and Professions code, unless...

Empolyers rights

Be honest but tactful with the employee. Imagine how you would handle the situation if employees complained about bad body odor. It has to be...