Should I check if my independent contractor for marketing has insurance or license/permit?

There are many factors which are considered to determine if a worker is an employee or indep. contractor pursuant to Calif. law. Misclassifying a...

What is best option for my parents...try to settle? Fight the plaintiff in court? Plaintiff probably has no money to repay.

These types of lawsuits are common. Employers in Calif. are required by law to follow California's nuanced and strict labor laws. That includes...

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Does my employer have to pay me for all of my 24 hour shift?

Overtime is paid at time and one-half for hours over 8 in a WORKDAY (when does your employer's workday begin) OR over 40 in a WORKWEEK. Hours...

Do all non exempt salary workers have to get paid double the minimum wage? If so, is there anyway around it or any exceptions?

Just because an employee is paid on a salary basis, does not mean they are exempt. Whether a worker is exempt or nonexempt depends on an analysis...

How do I protect myself from getting fired because frequent migraines?

If your employer has 5 or more employees and you have a disabling medical condition such as unbearable migraines, your employer must "reasonably...

What benefits am I legally entitled to?

I respectfully disagree with the two responses you have received so far. Nearly all Calif. employers are required to provide paid sick leave of...

No lunches, but afraid of retaliation

Calif. employers are required to provide nonexempt employees with the "opportunity" to take at least one unpaid 30 minute duty-free meal period. ...

Can the company lay her off while she is on maternity leave? Do we contact her via the phone?

You should consult with an employment law attorney. It is unlawful to lay off an employee BECAUSE of her pregnancy or related leave. Have a...

Employer ran background check after I filed a complaint.

Claims of unlawful discrimination in the workplace of 5 or more employees must be based on a protected class: race, gender, religion, pregnancy,...

Can I terminate my employee if I found out she was having an affair with someone outside of work?

Consult with an employment law attorney and don't post any more detailed info about this online, especially her name and that you "manage an...