Unpaid overtime penalty

The maximum anyone can collect in waiting time penalties is 30 days' pay. If you were 1. nonexempt (depends on your duties, etc.) and you...

What's the most efficient way to REALLY get the attention of the employer and solve this matter favourably and quickly?

You can file a wage claim with Calif. DLSE/Labor Commissioner and represent yourself at the conference and/or hearing or hire an employment law...

So am I in a position to sue the company for being laid off? Or is there another way to go about it?

A lay off is when there is not enough work for an employee and that is the reason for the termination of employment. It appears that you were...

Legal ramifications for not being considered for a promotion because my boss "thought I wanted to start a family"? I'm a woman.

If your employer has 5 or more employees, it is unlawful to discriminate against you BECAUSE of your gender, including pregnancy, maternity leave,...

You an't sue for 3 times the amount owed, but you can pursue a claim to get the wages owed plus one day's pay for each day you have to wait to be...

Fired from Job

You are likely owed one day's pay for each day you had to wait to be paid - up to 30 days and the law states that if the employer "willfully...

Is the company right? do they not have to pay for 1 week of work if you are an exempt employee?

Your wife is owed wages for all the time she worked. There is no requirement that she work 2 weeks to get paid for one. Have her speak with an...

How can I be paid for the actual minimum wage? Can my boss pay me less than minimum wage, if I'm just starting a job?

Calif. law requires employers to pay at least minimum wage which as of 1/1/16 was $10.00 per hour. If you were paid less than minimum wage, call...

Your post is unclear since the title is different then the question asked. But, Calif. employers are required to pay employees at least every 2...

Should I have an Independent Contractor Agreement separate from terms &condition agreement?

You should always have your attorney draft independent contractor agreements to make sure you are protected. Consult with an employment law...