I'm an hourly employee with 11+ years exp, receiving a settlement for emotional distress. Must I take a Form 1099 payout?

I agree with my colleagues. There is nothing inherently illegal about paying you a lump sum without withholding taxes. If you have tax questions...

When giving your two weeks notice to a corporation, is their a form that you can get stating your rehire status.

In addition to the advice from my colleagues, I would recommend that you consult with an employment law attorney to evaluate your potential claims...

I got terminated yesterday with the reason of not working out being given. She started not paying me OT and I questioned it.

Generally, in California employment is 'at-will' meaning that an employer can terminate an employee for almost any reason -- or no reason at all. ...

Step parent adoption in California

There are many ways to show abandonment. You can also try to have the bilogical parent sign a voluntary termination of parental rights. You...

I want to know if I am a victim of retaliation after my complaints on my boss for harassment and sexual harassment in 2013 to HR

You may be the victim of retaliation, but only a full case review will really reveal all of the facts necessary to determine whether you have a...

You need to report your income. If you are not working full-time you can generall6 continue your UIM claim so long as you comply with the other...

HOW TO MAKE A COMPLAINT AGAINST A COWORKER FOR HARRASMENT!

I agree with my colleagues; however, you might find this article I recently wrote helpful in understanding your...

What are my rights as a misclassified independent contractor?

The answers from my colleagues are right on. Additionally, read this article I wrote. It may give you some insight to your...

How would one go about showing a "bullying" pattern and/or hostile workplace actions from supervisor?

Hostile work environment harassment is where speech or conduct is "severe or pervasive" enough to create a hostile or abusive work environment. It...

What can we do?

Speak with the principal, then the superintendent. If it is not resolved, you can try to transfer schools, and possibly file a lawsuit depending...