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How would I go about taking legal action against my employer for pregnancy discrimination and harassment?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
Yes, I would say you should take him to the cleaners, but you'll have to proceed carefully. First, create a detailed 1-3 page max chronology of...
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Do i have a legal rights for sexual harassment from a superior
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Answered on October 14, 2015
You could have federal claims under Title VII for same-sex sex harassment if your supervisor was male and you are male. Take a look at the Oncale...
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Do i have a legal rights for sexual harassment from a superior
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Answered on October 14, 2015
You could have federal claims under Title VII for same-sex sex harassment if your supervisor was male and you are male. Take a look at the Oncale...
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Can my boss deducte damages from jobs from my check?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
He can't do that. It's a violation of Labor Code 224. See link direct from DLSE here: http://www.dir.ca.gov/dlse/faq_deductions.htm
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Does this makes me a felon?
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Answered on October 14, 2015
Yes, if you pled guilty to a felony, then you are a felon. Your lawyer or PD should have explained this to you beforehand though.
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What to do about libel, slander and defamation?
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Answered on October 13, 2015
If third parties beyond the Board members read the newsletter, I'd say you have a decent libel claim. If it is just within the board members, I'd...
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What can I do to remedy my employers illegal practices? (Work at a car dealership)
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Answered on October 13, 2015
You may want to go to the Labor Commissioner and file a complaint and tell them all that you have indicated here. Deductions from pay are express...
One of my fellow co-workers where I worked slapped me on my butt. My own supervisor saw it, and she did not report it to HR OR
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Answered on October 13, 2015
This is pretty serious, but, to be honest, the strength of monetary damages depends very much on your gender and the co-worker's gender. Is it male...
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Can I be sued in small claims court for loss of wages due to id theft/fraud that I was found guilty of?
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Answered on October 13, 2015
Yes, if it is used to impeach (I.e., attack) your credibility. See California Evidence Code Section 788.
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What exactly is a court ordered mediation
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Answered on October 13, 2015
Pretty much. If it's a civil case, you'll have a short intro meeting with mediator then go to your separate rooms. Then the mediator will go from...
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