What falls under illegal termination of employment in California?

The only issue in your post that might lead to a discrimination claim is the possible whistle blowing of an "ethical issue". The law does not...

Can my employer give me final check vaca time paid out but then removed in deductions as "emp cash advance" with no advance

Your post contains some complex legal questions that I don't believe can be answered with the information provided. It appears to me as if you need...

What is the best course of action to take while you are on paid suspension pending investigation?

Your post does not indicate whether your husband's employer gave him a date to report to work again, even if it's just for a meeting. An open ended...

I am starting school and gave my work a month in advance notice can I get fired or will it be as If I am voluntarily quitting?

This could be a termination or a quit. 1. If your employer takes you off the schedule or tells you to leave before the notice is up, it will be a...

I don't understand why you would want to stop the arbitration stay. You say that you've filed a claim with the Board of Labor (Labor Commission). ...

While it may be that many doctors would not be concerned, I have physicians as clients who were. In two cases my physician client was interested...

If I hire other freelance artists and designers, do I now have to make them employees per the recent CA Supreme Court ruling?

The short answer is yes. You've done your homework and know that an independent contractor must be someone providing some service to your company...

Who denies Unemployment Benefits in California - the EDD or the most recent employer?

EDD, UI Division, makes the decision about your eligibility. The employer you designated as your last employer when you filled out the claim form...

(Calif) What happens when employers submit false info to EDD to disqualify their former employees from receiving unemployment?

In 34 years dealing with employment law, 5 of them working for EDD, I have never seen the state impose penalties on an employer for lying, although...

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Doctor note need explanation?

California and Federal law prohibit employers from asking for the diagnosis of an illness or disability. The doctor's notes which an employee...