Was I terminated?

Your post raises several legal issues and more information would be needed to provide you with legal advice. Based on the information you...

I filed a claim against my ex-employer for unpaid wages. They responded filing false complaints against me. Are they suing me?

An attorney would need to review the documents you reference in order to evaluate this situation fully, but based on your description it sounds...

My employer hasn't given me a paycheck in 4 weeks, should I pursue legal action?

If you contacted an employment attorney for a formal consultation, the attorney would ask you questions to obtain more details regarding this...

Does being fired because of talking about sexual misconduct in the workplace give rise to a retaliation claim against employer?

More information would be needed to advise you regarding this situation, but for your general information: If an employer takes an adverse action...

What ultimately is my legal right?

Private employers generally have wide discretion to set the schedule for "at-will" employees. An employer is generally entitled to reduce an...

In California, can I get fired before my maternity leave starts, but after I apply for it ?

More information would be needed to advise you, but for your general information: If your company terminated you because of your planned leave,...

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I have an employee who works 3-4 shifts per week, now only once a week. Can I put her on call because and take the one shift awa

It would be advisable for you to consult with an employer-side attorney who can advise you as to this situation, but the short answer is that if...

I got lay-off and still haven’t gotten my final check after a month. Should I ask for the late penalty myself or get an lawyer?

More information would be needed to advise you, but you should be aware that you can also seek the penalties through the California Labor...

Can I contact customers of my former employer?

More information would be needed to advise you in this situation. It is arguable that a "customer list" constitutes "confidential information" as...

To fire or not to fire?

It would be advisable for you to consult with an employment lawyer regarding this situation. As an owner of a business considering the termination...