Can HR make you sign a waiver to waive work comp rights?

From your explanation, it sounds like the document they want you to sign is not a waiver of your workers' compensation rights (which would be...

What type of lawyer will I need if I'm going after my employer and union?

You will want to consult with a labor & employment law attorney who has experience dealing with labor unions. Depending on what industry you work...

Can I sue my old boss?

Extra pay for working night shifts is a matter of agreement between the employer and the employee (or the employee's representative). Neither CA...

This is a very unusual question in the employment law context. Do you know what your employer's intended use is for this signature? The short...

Salary Questions

It sounds like the law you are referencing is the Fair Pay Act that was just signed into law by Gov. Brown. I have not studied the law in detail,...

When does a raise become official?

I agree with Mr. Parikh that the answer to your question depends on the policies of your employer. An attorney would need to review the specific...

Is this worth pursuing? I have a work place issue with another coworker who tried to attack myself and two other coworkers.

You may have a variety of civil claims against both the employee and your employer for this issue. I am not sure what you mean when you say you...

Public Sector Employee

If you have reason to believe that you are being harassed because of your age or disability, you should consult with an employment law attorney...

Unless you have a contract with your employer saying otherwise (e.g. committing you to a certain length of service), you can quit your job whenever...

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I Had been working 12 hours everyday for three weeks without a day off. My job doesnt ask us if we want to work overtime.

If your question is whether your employer can require you to work overtime, the answer in most cases is yes. There are few restrictions on...