I was an independent contractor for a travel agency in Texas. He has not paid me my owed commissions.

It is not clear if you worked in CA for a Texas company or if you too were physically located in TX. If you were located in CA when you did the...

What do I have to do to get my employer to pay me for unpaid overtime?

Start keeping a written record of your time (keep the records at home.) Keep any evidence to support your overtime claim Write an email to your...

Wrongfully Terminated???

If you were an at-will employee, your employer is not required to provide a reason for termination. You can be terminated for any lawful reason. ...

Possibly terminated after an illness; Prior discrimination possibly

It is unlawful for a CA employer to terminate or otherwise discriminate against an employee because of her/his medical condition, including...

My company just announced the RIF. What is the cost to review the severance package and provide guidance?

Consult with an employment law attorney especially if you believe that you have any claim against the company for wages, discrimination, etc. ...

Am I personally liable if my former employer was sued by a former employee and I was listed as a Manager?

Retain legal counsel right away before your wages are garnished, bank accounts levied, lien placed on any real property that you own, etc. You...

Can i be completely removed from schedule?

Employers are not required to give employees a set number or minimum amount of hours unless you have a written agreement for employment for a set...

What actions can i take i my employer doesn't pay me on time?

Hire an employment law attorney to write a demand letter or sue in Small Claims Court or file a claim with the DLSE. If your employer is...

I was removed from a project after FMLA leave. i have full clearance. do i have a discrimination or retaliation case?

You may possibly have a very good case, but more facts need to be known. What is the project and what is the risk if you had another flare up? ...

It depends on the type of claim and the language of the agreement. There are a few claims that cannot be waived even with a waiver. However, if...