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As a Security Guard, can my employer transfer me from one posting to another with reduced hours from 40hrs to 32hrs?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
From the posting, it appears they have a legitimate reason for reducing your hours. You mention your age, which is a protected characteristic, but...
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Is there a law which protects me from employment related harassment by other employees and against the company?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
You should contact a lawyer to flush out what you mean by harassment and reckless at work.
At 41, they said I was “over qualified.” Age discrimination suit? If not Federal than State?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
I agree with the above answer. However, under FEHA, you have one year to file a complaint with the DFEH from the date of injury (likely when you...
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Do I need to talk to an attorney about age discrimination at work?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
This is a very bad practice for the employer or employer's supervisor to engage in. It can be viewed as direct evidence of animus towards people...
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Do I have legal right to ask for evidence of pay from my employer? I am a sole prop/independent contractor medical professional.
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Answered on June 26, 2013
Try contacting the IRS. I would assume they would be able to tell you the proper steps to take to challenge the amount listed on the 1099. This...
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Current employer refusing to take a look at my application for a promotion. is it discrimination? next best step?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
Discrimination under FEHA requires that you engaged in a protected activity or belonged to a protected classification such as race, sex, religion,...
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Can I be be told to go home with no pay for having a light duty note for 30 days from my Doctor?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
If there is no work under your restrictions then they can put you on unpaid work leave. They may face liability if there is light work for you to...
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Small Claims is nothing like Judge Judy! Can a judge award me unpaid wages if I didn't file a cross complaint?
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Answered on June 26, 2013
Technically, you are only allowed to provide a defense since there was no cross-claim. As stated above, the small claims judges have leeway to...
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Can I sue my employer and individuals involved whom have caused me pain and suffering?
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Answered on June 23, 2013
Aside what has been discussed above, the other avenue you may consider is intentional infliction of emotional distress. However, this remedy is...
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Do I need an employment lawyer?
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Answered on June 23, 2013
Yes. The employer could potentially face liability for allowing you to continue working. However, under certain circumstances not described here,...
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