I am wondering what the true definition "Under the law" is for a hostile work environment and retaliation?

To show hostile work environment harassment the general legal requirements are that 1) she or her was subjected to verbal or physical conduct of a...

Quick question please. My employer whose employment I'll be joining next month has sent me a PROPRIETARY INFORMATION AND INVENT

It is generally better to negotiate with your potential employer rather than refuse to sign. Although the non-compete clause may be unenforceable,...

I was put on a PIP based off of sales numbers. 2 days before not hitting my number I was urged to resign rather than get fired.

Your outcome will likely turn on whether you were asked to resign, OR you resigned in lieu of being fired. It may not sound like a big difference...

Is it true that my ssa disability file will be reviewed by a five member panel before approval of benefits?

Once you have submitted your application, the Social Security office will check to see whether or not you have worked enough to qualify for Social...

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If I resigned my job rather than be fired for what the company said was misconduct, can I win an EDD appeal hearing?

There are two issues to resolve to determine whether you are eligible for EDD benefits. First, if your situation is labeled a ‘voluntary quit’...

Any Medical Leave for business under 50 people?

If you have a medical condition or an injury that your employer has been made aware of then unpaid leave may be a reasonable accommodation (unless...

What do I need to know before requesting accommodations at work for disability? What if I have to apply for disability?

If you are currently employed and seeking accommodation due to your disability then look to the EEOC website for guidance. Specifically, employers...

Refilling unemployment in California after questionable quit/lay off?

I agree with everything the attorney explained above. However, you have not provided enough facts to explain the 'murky circumstances' when/why...

Harassment at work

Can you sue your boss for being a jerk? With the facts you have provided – probably not. There is NO evidence of hostile work environment sexual...

I discovered items of a sexual nature in my bosses desk drawer about a month after I started. What do I do?

At this point your best option is to report to HR. Reporting and documenting your experiences will strengthen your case (if you do have a case...