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The false information which gave false employment dates and reason for leaving (I resigned, but the subordinate said I was fired) has resulted in my conditional job offer with the county to be withdrawn. In addition, the subordinate also circulated damaging rumours to my colleagues ( I am a nurse... View More 
answered on Oct 9, 2024
There could be potential defamation and other statutory liability here. For example, California Labor Code § 1050 prohibits ex-employers from intentionally interfering with your attempts to find a job by giving out false or misleading job references. However, there are numerous exceptions to... View More
My missed out on a promotion because while I was doing double the work and faster, the guy that sucked up to the boss while I made up for his slack got it. So I informed my new lead I'm not doing all that anymore. He would put me in a spot where I'd do two jobs while everyone else did one... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
When looking at adverse employment actions, like being passed over for a promotion, just remember, it is illegal for employers to make employment decisions based on "race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health... View More
I just got fired, my boss found out I was going to submit a complaint about her child care and poor sanitary conditions. First she started cutting my hours and then proceeded to fire me without notice. I’m not sure if I’m able to do anything legally but most importantly I care about the kids... View More
answered on Oct 10, 2024
One of California's primary employment whistleblower statutes, Labor Code 1102.5, actually protects employees from retaliation even if they have not yet complained but the employer believes the employee "may disclose" information about a violation of law. You should consult an... View More
My position was client manager, salaried position
answered on Oct 10, 2024
There is just not enough information here to give a fully-informed legal opinion. I strongly recommend contacting an employment lawyer who can get more information about your employment situation and then can give you a thorough analysis.
So the big mouth at work mentioned that the promotion we both applied for, before we applied for it, our boss was going to give it to him regardless of who applied. Before it even was available. He's like the teachers pet. It's more of a let down since others including myself have been... View More
answered on Oct 9, 2024
When looking at adverse employment actions, like being passed over for a promotion, just remember, it is illegal for employers to make employment decisions based on "race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health... View More
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