Can I sue for lost wages

Mechanics are usually nonexempt employees which means that if you worked over 8 hours in a workday or over 40 hours in a workweek (don't count meal...

Can someone look over a severance agreement real quick?

Employers are not required to pay any severance pay unless there is a contract which requires it. Most severance agreements contain a full...

Employee refused to accept final check, then sue?

You should hire an employment law attorney to help you resolve this matter. IF you owe unpaid wages and "willfully" withheld wages from the final...

Was my company within legal limits while terminating my employment while on FMLA? I never received notice until 45 days.

The reason for termination of employment needs to be known before any attorney can analyze your situation. If you were fired because you took...

Can my employer take away my PTO days after I have returned from FMLA?

An employer can require an employee to use earned and unused PTO or vacation during FMLA leave. However, it is unlawful for an employer to...

I have business in California. I fired a new employee (45 days) for non-performance and fraud, now she's threatening to sue me.

No one can answer you question without knowing more. From your post, it appears that she would not have a case, but it depends on what she...

How do I get paid for provided services?

If he does not honor his promise, you can file a lawsuit, however, the statute of limitations (deadline to file a lawsuit) for unpaid wages is only...

Most administrative assistants and drivers are nonexempt employees. Nonexempt employees must be paid time and one-half for all work over 8 hours...

I’m an independent contract and was ‘fired’. I’m still owed money for jobs I’ve already completed. When will I be paid

First, even if you had a noncompete clause, it would not be enforceable in California. Workers are free to compete with very few exceptions. ...

You should consult with an experienced employment law attorney. The Labor Commissioner's office can only handle wage related claims and can only...