Questions answered by Kristine S Karila

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How long does it typically take to litigate a FEHA discrimination retaliation claim when your employer is a government entity?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 15, 2013

It can last 3-4 years if both sides are stubborn and are ok with the huge risk of trial. 95% of all cases settle because of the risk of a jury...

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I was laid off 3 days prior to me returning to work from Maternity leave is this legal?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 14, 2013

It is unlawful IF you were laid off BECAUSE of your pregnancy, birth or related leave. Pregnant employees have rights under the CA Pregnancy...

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Labor code section 203. Do i have a case against my former employer?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 12, 2013

If your employer willfully withhold your pay and earned and unused vacation time, you are owed all wages including earned and unused vacation PLUS...

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Am I entitle to get wait penalty from my former employer? Do I have to sing that letter in order to get my final paycheck?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 10, 2013

Call an employment law attorney to discuss. Many of us offer a free initial phone consultation. Since you provided over 72 hours' notice of...

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How is age discrimination assessed in a "restructuring"

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 10, 2013

It may be unlawful age discrimination IF the reason the employees over the age of 40 were selected for layoff was BECAUSE of their age and younger...

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Can I sue my employer for firing me without telling me?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 10, 2013

Ask your employer if you are fired. If so, your employer should have paid your final paycheck including any earned and unused vacation or PTO on...

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I'm in sales, i get an email from my boss stating that our pay structure will be cut by 30% ...no notice. can he do do that?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 10, 2013

They can only change it BEFORE the wages or commissions are earned; not after they are earned.

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I am a non-profit employer in CA. I have an hourly employee I want to move to salary. How do I ensure I am doing this legally?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 09, 2013

Your question shows that you are thoughtful but may have a misunderstanding about employees' pay requirements. The issue is not whether it is...

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I work in retail, one of the senior manager touch me on my butt, i put in a complaintt. Whats next for me?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 09, 2013

If you complained to your employer about sexual harassment, they have a legal duty to investigate it and make it stop. If it doesn't stop, call...

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I am on pregnancy disability and was just notified that my health benefits have been discontinued. Does this violate FMLA?

Kristine's answer | Answered on October 09, 2013

It is unlawful to discriminate against an employee because of her pregnancy or related leave. Pregnant woman may be eligible for up to 7 months...

Kristine S Karila's Answers (4646)

How long does it typically take to litigate a FEHA discrimination retaliation claim when your employer is a government entity?

I was laid off 3 days prior to me returning to work from Maternity leave is this legal?

Labor code section 203. Do i have a case against my former employer?

Am I entitle to get wait penalty from my former employer? Do I have to sing that letter in order to get my final paycheck?

How is age discrimination assessed in a "restructuring"

Can I sue my employer for firing me without telling me?

I'm in sales, i get an email from my boss stating that our pay structure will be cut by 30% ...no notice. can he do do that?

I am a non-profit employer in CA. I have an hourly employee I want to move to salary. How do I ensure I am doing this legally?

I work in retail, one of the senior manager touch me on my butt, i put in a complaintt. Whats next for me?

I am on pregnancy disability and was just notified that my health benefits have been discontinued. Does this violate FMLA?