What should I do if an employer pays me significantly less than what I signed on an employment agreement?

If you have a written agreement that states that you will be employed for a specified term and it sets forth your wages, your employer may be in...

Call an employment law attorney to discuss. Many of us offer a free initial phone consultation and may be able to help you at no cost to you if...

I need a lawyer but I'm not quite sure how this works?

Call an employment law attorney to discuss if you are owed wages from an employer and the due date for the unpaid wages was within the past 4...

Should I file a claim with the DIR or hire an attorney?

An employment law attorney can usually get you paid faster than the DLSE/Labor Commissioner. The DLSE will have you complete a form and then they...

I am employed, live and work in California. My emloyers headquarters is in Arizona. Where do I need to hire the attorney andsue?

If you worked mostly in CA, CA law applies and you will need to sue in CA, if applicable. For sexual harassment in the workplace to be unlawful,...

Can I get my last check even though I was fired??

When an employee is fired in Calif., the employer is legally required to pay the final check on the date of termination, including any earned and...

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It appears that you are owed more money by your former employer since they did not pay you timely. When an employee quits and gives no notice,...

Am I entitled to overtime pay as a salaried retail manager in California?

You are not exempt under the executive exemption unless you are a president, vice president, etc. You may, however, be exempt under the...

If you are actually an indep. contractor, you can hire an attorney to write a demand letter for the money owed to you. Hopefully, you have a well...

I worked for nine hours and didn't receive a break or a lunch. I'm being threatened and harassed at work.

If you are nonexempt and you are not "given the opportunity" to take at least 2 paid 10 minute duty-free breaks, you should also be receiving a...