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I been working for a company for 18 years. I have never received pay vacation nor yearly sick time off . what can I do?

Nora's answer | Answered on October 19, 2016

Did your company have any policies regarding either vacation pay or sick pay? Vacation pay is not legally required BUT if there is a policy, then...

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What should I provide the mediator with and what should I expect to come out of the session with...

Nora's answer | Answered on September 22, 2016

Answering this question is a bit challenging because I don't know the nature of your dispute. In any case: Mediation is voluntarily. When I...

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Employment Agreement - clause for payment

Nora's answer | Answered on September 15, 2016

I am very sorry but, the first answer states, the clause is definitely "not fine." You really, really should consult an experienced employment...

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Am i obliged to give an employer pay checks

Nora's answer | Answered on September 07, 2016

I kind of think that your question might be better posted in immigration but as a practical matter, there is nothing illegal about asking to see...

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One party is confirming that he agrees with changes made in a pleading. What would the document be called?

Nora's answer | Answered on August 12, 2016

Good for you. You will file a stipulation. It should be titled "Stipulation Regarding ______". (For example "Stipulation for leave to file amended...

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How soon is a company obligated to pay my severance package and do I fall under the ADEA?

Nora's answer | Answered on August 05, 2016

I agree with the previous responses regarding the (non) applicability of the ADEA to your situation. I also wanted to add (just in case you did...

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Shall I file a lawsuit to claim indemnity to the operator of the swimming school where my son got an injury?

Nora's answer | Answered on August 02, 2016

I am glad that your son seems to have recovered and hopefully, given his age, he will forget all about this incident. As for the responsibility of...

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Will I win since my employer was a no show?

Nora's answer | Answered on August 01, 2016

I'm sorry that you cried. I agree that being a "no show" does not guarantee a win for you BUT imho it doesn't help one's case not to show up. ...

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Current Employer Not Paying Bonus

Nora's answer | Answered on August 01, 2016

Based on the email that you described, a contract may very well have been formed. Employers often try to wriggle out of bonuses by saying that...

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Got employed for cash but employer now not paying money. Options?

Nora's answer | Answered on July 28, 2016

You should contact a qualified wage and hour specialist in California to determine the amount of wages and penalties that might be owed. Your...

Nora Linda Rousso's Answers (64)

I been working for a company for 18 years. I have never received pay vacation nor yearly sick time off . what can I do?

What should I provide the mediator with and what should I expect to come out of the session with...

Employment Agreement - clause for payment

Am i obliged to give an employer pay checks

One party is confirming that he agrees with changes made in a pleading. What would the document be called?

How soon is a company obligated to pay my severance package and do I fall under the ADEA?

Shall I file a lawsuit to claim indemnity to the operator of the swimming school where my son got an injury?

Will I win since my employer was a no show?

Current Employer Not Paying Bonus

Got employed for cash but employer now not paying money. Options?