The general rule in California is that an employer may not consider a person’s credit report in making job decisions except for employees in...

My policy advice to employers is to always have a file establishing cause for termination whenever humanly possible, even though it is not required...

Retain an estate lawyer in your area asap. No easy answers available on this site. Best of luck.

Too many variables here. Have the trust terms reviewed by a lawyer in your area asap.

See a lawyer. Generally, you require an Affidavit of Death, a Death Certificate and a new Deed. The successor trustee must affirm that the trustee...

The I-9 form is used to verify eligibility to work in the U.S. and does not affect payroll. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires employers...

Answer is yes as an at-will employee.

First Amendment rights to free speech do not apply in private workplaces. However, employees in California do have the right to talk about possible...

I agree with what has been said. Some additional general information as applicable is as follows: As a pregnant mom, you can receive up to four...

You should keep detailed records of every issue involving this employee and the effect on his/her job performance as well as your business. Consult...