If I sue someone in small claims court and then I decide that I want to ask more than $7.5K, can I move the case to civil?

Yes, you just need to fill out paperwork with the court transferring the case to limited jurisdiction. The court clerk can give you this form. ...

Workplace harrassment

Your employer cannot discriminate against you on the basis of your medical condition. Discrimination can include termination, and it can also...

Is the use of my business name to make more money illegal?

It could be considered Unfair Competition. California's Unfair Competition Law is pretty broad and prohibits and unfair, fraudulent, or deceptive...

Generally speaking, the answer is no. The owners are not liable for the LLC's debts. That is the whole point of forming an LLC. However,...

It is illegal for your employer to terminate you or discriminate against you on the basis of your having a medical condition. Your employer is...

I bought a medical practice from a doctor 2.5 years ago. Business has been bad. I took it as part of recession. However, I

It could be fraud. The seller may have wanted to unload his or her unprofitable business onto an unsuspecting buyer. You will need to see the...

Can the owner do this to me?

No! It is illegal for an employer to deduct any amounts from the employee's wages for business losses, including the till being short. You are...

My dad was in a partnership 50/50 for 15 years. About 10 years ago my dad's partner said it would be best if they incorporated.

Your dad should definitely consult with a lawyer, because it sounds like his partner is trying to oust him from the company. Make sure to bring...

Do I have the right to ask for specific information regarding why i was let go and not someone else?

You can ask, but your employer is not required to tell you. If you are over 40 years old and someone younger/less experience than you was kept on,...

I believe I need Employment Law Representation regarding Labor/Job Classification at Panasonic Avionics Corp. Lake Forest -

If your employer misclassified you as exempt employees when you should have been non-exempt (entitled to receive overtime), then you are entitled...