Wrongful Termination Settlements
When a worker wins a wrongful termination lawsuit, the average payout amount is $9000 to $95,000, depending on how much the worker would have made during employment.
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How Do I File a Complaint with The California Labor Board?
Our employment attorney provides free consultation to employees for reporting violation of labor law by your employer.
What is an EDD Audit?
An EDD audit is a payroll tax audit initiated when a former worker you classified as an independent contractor applies for unemployment with EDD. The EDD thinks you misclassified the worker as an independent contractor and audits your company.
Using PTO for Paid Vacation Time
PTO is any time an employee gets paid while away from work, including paid vacation time. PTO is paid time off, meaning a worker may use PTO for any reason, such as paid sick leave or paid vacation time.
Los Angeles Car Accident Lawyer
Aggressive Los Angeles car accident lawyer handle personal injury and wrongful death cases for people in Los Angeles. Free consultation.
What are reasons I can sue my employer in California?
In California, you can sue your employer for violating your rights as an employee. Common reasons to sue your employer include wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and wage and hour violation.
How to report a company paying employees under the table?
A worker can report cash wage “under the table” by hiring an attorney or reporting to EDD. Before you say that the employer is paying under the table, you should ensure that it is illegal because it is not illegal if done correctly.
Women’s Rights When Experiencing Sexual Harassment at Work
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title VII”) makes it illegal for employers to allow anyone to be sexually harassed at work by anyone else, regardless of sexual orientation, gender, or sex. Women who experience sexual harassment at work may experience a range of negative consequences, including mental and physical health problems, lower earnings, and career interruptions.
How to respond to a notice of PAGA lawsuit?
5 steps to defend a PAGA lawsuit: 1) contact a PAGA lawyer after getting a PAGA Notice, 2) locate the arbitration agreement, if any, 3) determine if the safe harbor provision of the PAGA state applies, 4) compile a list of all employees that were similarly situated, 5) Collect the employee’s manual.