Yes. From what you have described, you are an employee and not an independent contractor. As such, CA law requires that you be paid at least...

Can my employer terminate me because i immediately went on fmla and let them know last minute. my fmla was approved by sedgwick

If you are taking FMLA for baby bonding, it seems that you would have been able to give your employer more notice. If your child has a serious...

I dont know what action to take ...Do I need a sexual harassment attorney ? or the labor board ?

Call an employment law attorney to discuss. Many offer a free phone consultation. Your former employer may owe you the wages earned, overtime,...

I was fired via email, not able to reach HR, it's been 4 weeks and they still owe me reimbursable expenses.

Your employer has a legal requirement to reimburse for expenses. You may be entitled to reimbursement for expenses plus interest plus attorneys'...

Changed employer due to better benefits.

Non-compete clauses in contracts are not upheld in California. If you were an independent contractor, you can sue or have an attorney write a...

Yes your employment may be terminated while out on FMLA leave IF the reason is not because of your medical condition or any other protected class...

Am i allowed to take breaks?

Nonexempt employees are required to receive at least two 10 minute breaks and at least a 30 minute duty-free meal period if they work an 8 hour...

Am I entitled to Waiting Time Penalty if I was discharged from a Temp Agency and did not receive final paycheck within 72 hours?

You are correct. If an employee is employed in CA, upon layoff or firing the employee, he/she must receive final paycheck that day. If not, you...

How do i go about suing my employer for wages owed to me because I haven't received any of my 30 min. breaks within 8 hour shift

You are entitled to two ten minute breaks and a duty-free meal period of at least 30 minutes. For each break or meal period that your employer...

Do my wife and i have grounds to sue Safeway ? Also on what grounds?

It is unlawful to retaliate against an employee for complaining about sexual harassment in the workplace. If your wife did not get a promotion...