Would an attorney make a difference?

It is illegal under Labor Code section 221 for the company to take an offset from future paychecks because of an overpayment they made to you on a...

My shift forced to change by a shift manager. I am working at a senior house as a care giver. Taking care of 6 old people.

Yes. What you describe is legal unless you have an agreement otherwise. As an at will employee, your employer can change your schedule as it...

Resigned on 9/14 , still owed expense money for mileage driven. can i sue for waiting penalties?

Unfortunately, business reimbursements such as mileage are not considered wages and therefore cannot be a basis for waiting time penalties.

EDD grossly overpaid my UI account - can they sue for what they paid me if I spend it?

Yes, they can sue you and also claim court costs and interest. They can also withhold state income tax refunds or other money owed to you from the...

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I would like to know if it's legal for my employer to give me my pay check at the last minute at 5:00 every other Friday.

If you are an hourly, at will employee, your employer must pay you twice a month on designated paydays. There is no requirement that it be...

What are my rights in this situation? Do I have a right to quit for an unsafe work environment?

You do not have the right to quit under these circumstances. If you felt your safety at risk, you can take yourself out of that situation, but you...

What legal options do I have?

You are in a very serious predicament and need to consult in person or on the phone with an employment attorney immediately. What you describe may...

I am requesting modified duty under disability act. Can my employer ask for my medical diagnosis.?

Your employer is not entitled to know your diagnosis and should not be asking for it. All your employer needs to know is the limitations from your...

Is this considered unfair treatment in the workplace?

If you are an hourly, at will employee, your employer must pay you twice a week on designated days. Unfortunately, there is little recourse in the...

Do I have a discrimination claim?

This is a highly complex situation, both factually and legally. You need to work with your union and hire an employment attorney who will have to...