Do I need Another Attorney? I just retained someone to work on the work comp case, but what about this new development?

The legality of searching and keeping your personal files depends on whether your employer knew they were personal or whether they were kept with...

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Non-Compete business question

Non-competes are generally unenforceable in California, but there are exceptions such as if your employment with the company was part of an...

I put in a two week notice on Friday night (after work hours) via email saying I don't want to work with drug addicts

If your coworker had already entered a rehab program, then it is hard to imagine that you were terminated for complaining about her drug use or...

My employee got injured, has been out months. I hired someone to fill in. Do I need to hire him back now?

Based on what you described, you should NOT have to rehire the employee, but it is worth consulting with an attorney to protect yourself, because...

Can I be demoted with proof?

If you are an at-will employee, you can be terminated or demoted at any time for any non-discriminatory, non-retaliatory reason. If you believe...

I wholeheartedly agree with my colleagues about the need for counsel and will only add that if you have a good case, many quality attorneys will...

The plaintiff's lawyer is required to pay you unless you are considered a party by virtue of being employed by the company. If you are deemed a...

My employer tells me I make a certain dollar amount. My W-2 says something completely different ( a much less amount) Possible?

There are a lot of issues here, and I strongly suggest you consult an employment attorney. Most will provide a free consultation. If you were...

Can I be forced to manage a hostile employee who has filed a grievance accusing me of misconduct?

In short, yes. However, it is unwise to engage with her about what was or was not said. I would advise you to avoid the conversation. Refuse to...

CEO had all our employees take a 75% salary cut on November 1, 2013 , We assumed that the salary cut was temporary (2-3 weeks)

Unless your salaries are governed by an employment contract, your employer can reduce your salary at any time for any non-discriminatory,...