I'm an independent contractor who has done nothing wrong, Does my employer have the right to fire me?

You are almost certainly an "employee", and not a contractor. I have published a legal guide on that subject, and I've added a link to it below. ...

132a , defamation, slander

Your sister can find a local lawyer using the find a lawyer feature on AVVO, and also by visiting the web site of the California Employment Lawyers...

Racial Discrimination

Contact an attorney in the Fresno area who represents workers in employment disputes. Use the find a lawyer feature in AVVO to search for a local...

What are my options if my job terminates me for missing shifts, even though I have doctors order and applied for medical leave?

You should definitely speak with a lawyer who represents workers in employment disputes in your area. As my colleagues have suggested, you can use...

Am I eligible for unemployment? advice please

You can and should APPLY for unemployment. Your situation raises some issues that might not go your way, but don't screen yourself out; apply,...

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Do I need an attorney to start a libel and/or wrongful termination lawsuit?

As others have already said, you do need to consult with a local employment lawyer. Use the find a lawyer on AVVO to find someone in your area. ...

My team lead at work said she is going to try to "get rid of me". Is there anything I can do to prevent wrongful termination?

There are steps you can take to help prevent wrongful termination, and to address it if it occurs. Since you see the handwriting on the wall,...

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My former employer is witholding commissions payable and cancelled my benefits prior to my departure. How should I proceed?

Commissions are wages, and your local labor commissioner should be able to help. I've added a link to the Arizona Department of Labor office that...

I was denied EDD benefits due to section 1256 ... because of actions that annoyed my coworkers which I do not know what they are

Naturally, you would benefit from being represented by a lawyer at the hearing; but, practically, you will not find it practical to hire a lawyer...

I abandoned my show and it cost the company some money and now they are keeping my pay check can they do that

Generally, no, you may or may not owe your employer some money, but employer's can't withhold pay because they believe an employee owes them money....