Should I get an attorney for my retaliation conference with the Labor Commissioners office?

Hello. The fact that you lost your temper is understandable but it makes your case somewhat harder to prove, as now the employer will...

No, this doesn't automatically invalidate your age discrimination claim. If the age discrimination claim has been included in your original...

ED Unemployment, CA Can I still collect unemployment if I refused to sign paperwork of your termination?

As Mr. Swenson point out, if you are otherwise qualified for benefits, then simply refusing to sign the terminating paperwork does not make a...

You shouldn't have anything to worry about. First, like other kinds of compensation for personal injury, a workers compensation settlement is...

I've been on disability since November 2012, and was informed that my job was eliminated effective immediately. Is that legal?

Hello. The first question is whather the position was actually eliminated or whether the employer is trying to cover up discriminatory firing by...

Salary exempt professional

Hello. As other attorneys pointed out, being paid twice the minimum wage is just one part of the exemption test. It sounds like your employer...

Hello, With regard to unemployment benefits, you should appeal the denial within 20 days as provided in your denial paperwork. Chances are high...

Is my situation considered discrimination?

The key question is this: was the reason that you were denied vacation discriminatory based on a protected class or activity? Playing a critical...

I quit my job in early May, however, I'm still getting paid through direct deposit. What should I do? Can I keep the money?

As Mr. Byrnes pointed out, you are not entitled to keep the money. Under the law, if you receive wages that you know or have a reason to believe...

Do I need a lawyer for my unemployment hearing?

Although, not required, it can be quite useful to have an attorney at your upcoming hearing, especially if the employer brings their attorney. At...