FMLA Retaliation and Wrongful Discharge
An employer is prohibited from retaliating, interfering with, restraining, or denying an employee’s exercise of any FMLA right. If an employer wrongfully terminates an employee for FLMA taking medical leave, the worker could have a lawsuit against the employer.
Per Diem Employee Rights
A per diem employee is a worker who work on an as needed basis. A per diem employee does not have a regular schedule or shift but instead works hours as assigned.
How To File A Workplace Harassment Complaint
You can always file a harassment complaint with the EEOC about the harassment. Also, you can retain our employment law attorney to help with no upfront money from you.
Bullying In the Workplace California
Although workplace bullying is not illegal, certain forms of discriminatory bullying can be unlawful by state and federal laws.
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.
Can employer ask for proof of disability?
If a worker asks for reasonable accommodation, the employer can ask for proof of disability. However, an employer cannot ask for proof of disability if its part of a hiring decision.
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.
When to hire an employment attorney?
You should hire an employment attorney as soon as you are aware of the issue or believe something is wrong and that the employer is not remedying the issue, such as harassment, wrongful termination, or discrimination.