My former boss and I had an oral agreement for me to purchase a truck belonging to the corporation I worked for.

Oral contracts are, in most cases, valid in California. No, your former employer may not keep the payments unless you had an oral agreement...

This question is about a governmental employer. Please read the question carefully before responding. Thanks a bunch in advnance

Generally speaking, it is illegal for an employer to retaliate against a whistleblower. I am not sure what the 'protected activity' you are...

My employer did not take out federal w/h taxes from my salary?

You are obligated to pay the taxes - you are responsible for them. When you received your paychecks, what did you think when you saw that there...

My Friend wants to start a company with the name "UberShuttle" and provide ride sharing.

I agree with Mr. Kaufman - your friend is going to receive a cease and desist letter from Uber for infringement by going down that road. I would...

You authorized your sister as your agent to electronically sign on your behalf - that signature is valid. The contractor performed the work on the...

The State of California requires contractors performing that type of work to be licensed. Courts will not entertain lawsuits by unlicensed...

Single-member LLC's are relatively inexpensive to form, require little compliance to maintain, and provide a level of protection from personal...

Based on what you describe, your former employer is violating multiple labor laws and is also likely evading the payment of taxes. For your...

Can I open a workers comp claim if I only worked for a few months?

I agree with both of my colleagues - not only should you file a claim, but you should also retain a good workers' compensation lawyer. It doesn't...

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Do I have a Retaliation case? Do I need an employment lawyer?

I agree with my colleague - there simply is not enough information to know whether you have the basis for a claim or not. Depending on how long ago...