If the Spanish requirement is a veiled manner of discriminating against an applicant because of the applicant's race, national origin, ethnicity,...

In CA: is it illegal for an employer to make her work 7 days a week? Keep her passport? Withhold her cell phone??

It would be advisable for your friend to consult an attorney who can analyze the situation and advise your friend as to his/her legal rights. Your...

Can my employer change my full time position to part time and deny me my vacation pay?

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

As a commissioned employee, can my employer require me to perform the same job for free to their benefit?

More information would be needed to advise you, but for your general information: An employee generally must be paid at least minimum wage for all...

Do I have a case for defamation against my employer? Can my employer terminate me for harassment allegations?

Based on the information in your post, it sounds like it would be advisable for you to consult an attorney who can analyze the legal issues here...

Can my floor man make me cover for someone else's shift with out asking when my shift is almost over??

If you are a private "at-will" employee, your employer has wide discretion in setting your schedule. If you refuse to work the hours that your...

Sorry to hear about this situation. You should consult with an employment attorney regarding this matter. The actions described in your post...

Your post indicates you are in a union and so there may be a collective bargaining agreement that determines the grounds upon which an employee may...

When can we terminate someone who keeps extending their disability?

It would be advisable for you to consult an employer-side attorney regarding this situation. Generally, California employers must engage in an...

Employee in california fired as part of a RIF is there a penalty if final check not sent day they are termed?

There are elements of this post that are unclear and more details may need to be provided but for your general information: California employers...