Am I entitled to additional pay?

You are owed overtime if you are a nonexempt employee. You may be exempt from overtime if you are paid a salary and that salary is at least...

2 years later and no hearing yet with the CA labor and wage commission? Is this normal or is time to seek legal representation ?

Some of the offices of the Labor Commissioner are slower, busier than others. It is almost always best to have an attorney represent you outside...

What do I need to do to file a claim?

If you were demoted BECAUSE you used FMLA leave, your rights have been violated. If the changes would have occurred regardless of the FMLA leave...

It appears that the employer believes they have an alternative workweek in place. If so, they must have registered it with the Calif. Secretary...

What is the best way to get multiple wage/hr issues resolved? DLSE or attorney?

It is best to have an employment law attorney represent you. The DLSE can drag out claims because of understaffing, etc. If your employer...

If I settle and sign a release should I ask for a bigger settlement.

Employers are advised to have employees sign a release and waiver in exchange of money received in a settlement. If you sign the release, you...

I was sexually assaulted after a job interview by the interviewer for a well know large establishment. ? can I sue ?

Consult with an employment law attorney. It is unlawful for an employer or employee of an interviewer to sexually harass employees or...

Can I fire someone for medical reasons?

You should be more concerned about being sued for unlawful discrimination and wrongful termination than the employee filing a claim of unemployment...

There is no law which dictates how many hours of work is full time or part time; an employer may designate employees as part time if they wish. ...

How long do we have to hold an employee position?

This is a very serious situation where you need to consult with an experienced employment law attorney. California has VERY strict pregnancy...