Required overtime hours that are not worked by the employee because of an FMLA-qualifying reason may be counted as FMLA leave. However, voluntary...

I am sorry to hear about your unfortunate situation. Wrongful termination normally takes one of two forms: (1) Unlawful Discrimination based on a...

As others have stated, I cannot give the specific legal advice you seek. You need to retain an attorney.

Is there a cause of action for retaliation in violation of OHSA? What are the elements that going into proving this OSHA claim?

It sounds like you have a classic unlawful retaliation claim. Labor Code sections 98.6, 1102.5 and 6310 are the main statutes under CA law that...

Employers may cap an employee's ability to accrue vacation, but it has to be reasonable. Usually, the cap has to be no less than 1.5 times the...

I work at a Christian school and just found out I'm pregnant. Can they fire me?

Most religious non-profits are exempt from most discrimination laws and may enforce moral codes and "sin" contracts. You need to seek the advice...

The company i work for found i went on an interview. Apparently the woman i interviewed with is very good friends with my boss!

You have no claims against your employer if it fires you -- they are entitled to a dedicated workforce and the fact that you are looking for...

Is it legal for an employee to state in the terms of the contract the employee will not be issued a

If the worker is an employee, the person received a W-2. If the worker is an independent contractor, the person receives a 1099. Something needs...

My mother works for a company that rewards their employees if no one reports an injury within a safety inspection period.

Bonuses as you describe are legal. However, it is unlawful to retaliate or in any way punish an employee for reporting a workplace injury or...

It sounds like you may have been improperly classified as exempt from overtime, but your specific situation needs to be reviewed by an attorney...