Generally, a wage garnishment is a mechanism to enforce a judgment (or pre-judgment attachment) from some other legal action. To stop the...

As usual, my colleague Mr. Chen has done a wonderful job answering this question (as an aside, I want to personally thank Mr. Chen and the other...

How do I notify my employer I want to file FMLA.

First, you should understand that you (assuming you have met the eligibility requirements), you may be protected under both the federal Family and...

After pleading no contest to a felony charge (employer claimed employee stole money) can I sue employer for wrongful termination

The short answer is "yes," you can always sue for wrongful termination, but "no" that does not mean you are going to win. Unless you have signed a...

Can i press chrges agenst someone intering my car without my permition to take a photo or video

There's a lot there, George. Let's break out your employment, criminal, and tort law issues individually: EMPLOYMENT The default position...

What are the statutes of limitations for wage-and-hour violations under the Private Attorneys General Act, or (“PAGA”)

Yes, a former employee can proceed under PAGA. However, to proceed under PAGA, you are supposed to serve a "PAGA notice" within one year of the...

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If you had an agreement, verbal or otherwise, for work to be performed within one year, you probably have a breach of employment contract claim. ...

What are the statutes of limitations for wage-and-hour violations under the Private Attorneys General Act, or (“PAGA”)

If you are contemplating a PAGA action, you generally should begin the process as soon as possible. The PAGA penalties will be collected on all...

Isn't this discrimiation? I have reported this to the union and should I file a grievance?

For it to be unlawful discrimination, it must be motivated by a "protected classification" such as "race, religious creed, color, national origin,...

Changing the employee's hours was unlawful, in and of itself. The employer certainly has an interest in curing the unlawful behavior. However, if...