WFH compny holds legal benefits till after 90 days to employee. Claims it's legal. Deposits cash only to his acct.

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Company claims actions legal on workers benefits. Holds benefits till after 90 days of starting training and working. Only asks for employees Federal I.d. and valid bank account to deposit cash payments once a week. And holds 1 week back after employee starts to work. When asked about contract they claim they have 90 days to provide it. No electricity or internet support. But offer an certain amount that they claim it's for electricity and internet but must be earned. But if 1 minute late in logging into company site at start of shift, returning grom break  
lunch, etc then employee looses bonus. only one 15 min. break during shift and other 15 are to be used for bathroom breaks. How much of what company does and claims is legal?

Brad S Kane · Answer

Bathroom breaks do not count toward your 10 min rest break every 4 hours. The employer is required to provide paystubs showing your hours and earnings. The employer is required to reimburse for all necessary business expenses including electricity and internet if you are working remotely from the beginning. You are also entitled to a written offer letter when you start setting forth your pay, benefits (including any waiting period), the true name of the employer, the worker's comp insurer, etc. In short, there are a lot of compliance issues.

Dennis Dascanio · Answer

Dear concerned employee, 
Your question should be directed to an attorney specializes in employment law. I recommend you find a find an attorney on Justia or check with your local bar association for a good referral. 
Sincerely, 
Dennis Dascanio

James L. Arrasmith · Answer

Your situation raises several red flags under California labor laws. The practice of paying in cash without proper documentation and delaying benefits could violate state regulations requiring transparent payroll records and timely benefit enrollment. 
 
While California employers can have a waiting period for benefits, they must provide clear written terms of employment, including a detailed wage statement and formal offer letter, within 7 days of starting work. The company's practice of withholding contracts for 90 days likely violates California Labor Code Section 2810.5. Their break policy also appears to violate state law, which mandates two separate 10-minute rest periods and one 30-minute meal break for shifts over 6 hours. 
 
You should document everything, including screenshots of policies, communications about benefits, and pay records. Consider filing a complaint with the California Labor Commissioner's Office, as these practices suggest potential wage theft and labor violations. You deserve proper employment documentation, clear policies about compensation, and legally mandated breaks - don't let them convince you otherwise.

Q: WFH compny holds legal benefits till after 90 days to employee. Claims it's legal. Deposits cash only to his acct.