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I work for a multi-billion dollar, global corporation in a manufacturing facility. I was recently diagnosed with ALS and have been working from home for several months. I made a formal accommodations request for a wheelchair accessible workspace and a hybrid work schedule (2 days in office/2 days... View More 
answered on Nov 18, 2024
Far more needs to be known about your situation before an attorney can confirm whether you are being treated unlawfully. However there are indications in your post that the employer may be violating the Fair Employment and Housing Act. For instance, you do not post about what restrictions you have... View More
I am currently applying for Paid Family Leave. I have submitted an application to my employer for FMLA requesting that I be able to spend Thursdays with my mother. I work a hybrid schedule. Prior to FMLA, I worked 3 days in the office, which is the requirement for all employees. With my Paid Family... View More
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
Your employer cannot force you to work a minimum number of on-site days that interferes with your approved FMLA and Paid Family Leave. When you are on FMLA, your leave is protected, and your employer must accommodate your need to take time off to care for your mother. Since your leave replaces one... View More
I have this girl with the owner whom my ex said she's a part of it . They change everything they steal my phone , to get t as g on to radio walkie t as like I try to find it but it's in area of somebody else . They stolen my father's research title we took him off the chair we baught... View More
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answered on Nov 14, 2024
This situation sounds very concerning and appears to involve several serious legal issues including identity theft, fraud, and potential misuse of university resources. You should document everything thoroughly and gather any evidence you have of these incidents.
Your first step should be... View More
I wanted to ask if I can still file on the retaliation cuz I was treated wrong snd I hurt myself as well but I got settlement for my injury so can I file for the retaliation still!
answered on Nov 9, 2024
The answer to your question will require an attorney to look at the settlement agreement in the workers compensation matter. If the scope of the workers compensation settlement was written too broadly, you might have signed away your rights to sue for unlawful retaliation. You need to locate and... View More
I just want to know if I’m suppose to file separately?
answered on Nov 9, 2024
You most likely have two distinct and separate cases, the first being the worker's compensation claim, and the second which is a civil rights claim that has to be filed within strict deadlines, called the statute of limitations, or you could end up waiving and giving up your civil rights... View More
I am requesting an assistance and guidance regarding a matter of potential breach of contract involving an employment offer I recently accepted. Here’s a summary of the situation and my concerns:
I applied for a position in a California government. Before the application, they explicitly... View More
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answered on Nov 15, 2024
Your situation highlights a serious concern regarding employment promises and contractual obligations in California. The initial email promising H1B sponsorship, combined with your reliance on that promise in accepting the position, could potentially form the basis of a promissory estoppel claim,... View More
So I filed a wage claim about a year ago now after I left my job after 2 years which I did get a settlement for it. My former employer works with 2 different temp agencies, fast forward to this year I wanted to try and go back to work for that company. I went through the other neighboring temp... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2024
If you could prove that you have not been rehired because you made a wage claim, there may be a viable unlawful failure to hire case. However, more needs to be known. For instance when you settled the prior case if it was some time ago it was common for companies to include a no re-hire provision... View More
I'm currently employed as security with a company in Bay area but with y guard card I can be placed in full time position and I am bonded now too I don't need a carry permit I just need a guard card but it states I just expunge this 422 which is almost 20yrs old with no other violent crimes since
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answered on Oct 25, 2024
It's possible to seek expungement for your 2005 Penal Code 422 conviction, especially since nearly 20 years have passed without any additional violent offenses. California law allows for certain convictions to be petitioned for dismissal after a significant period, provided you have completed... View More
I work for a non-profit organization and my Executive Director suffers with her mental health in ways that have created an extremely unhealthy work environment. The negative work culture has become so toxic that my coworker started to talk with me about how bad things are. This made my Executive... View More
answered on Oct 24, 2024
This is not an OSHA issue. Your best first move is to locate and consult with an experienced employment law attorney as soon as possible to explore your facts and determine your options. I would suggest you look either on this site, or go to www.cela.org, the home page for the California... View More
The Class Action Lawsuit is already filed in San Mateo County California.
I would like an Attorney to represent me, since I am representing myself.
The details of the case is — Discrimination based on race and age, Harassment, Wrongful termination by employer. The case is in... View More
answered on Oct 23, 2024
I am sorry but this is not a place to recruit attorneys to work for you. You will need to make direct contact with attorneys that practice this area of law and determine if they wish to work for you. . I would suggest you look either on this site in the Find a Lawyer section, or go to... View More
An employee was disciplined and and asked if another employee received the same treatment. Is the employer required to disclose that?
answered on Oct 19, 2024
Employee discipline is considered private confidential information. Thus, it is difficult to obtain unless either: (i) the employee voluntarily discloses the information; or (ii) you file a lawsuit and obtain it through formal discovery. Note: Sometimes the information is improperly disclosed and... View More
Benefits amount 1260a provides individual disq under sect 1256la Disqualified until sub subsequent edd I won appeal
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answered on Oct 12, 2024
It sounds like you were performing work that exceeded the earnings limit, leading to a disqualification from receiving certain benefits. Under section 1256la, earning more than five times your weekly benefit can trigger this disqualification. The benefits amounting to 1260a likely refer to the... 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
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
I work for a school district, I run a kitchen, My VP has yelled at me, kept me from doing my job he has talked about me , lied about me I reported it to my manager and they did nothing even though they seen it..I found out he told my custodian that he can keep me in line because he is close... View More
answered on Oct 6, 2024
Determine if you have a case by conferring with employment attorneys. Even if you have not been fired a search for “wrongful termination lawyers” will get you to the correct attorneys.
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I mean it’s not my fault that my family told me to stay in school and now I want to make extra money but no job would hire me what can I do about this is this discrimination is this ageism prejudice etc going on what can I do about this who do I reach out to because this is not supposed to happen... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2024
There is no meritorious legal claim for age discrimination for those under the age of 40. Sorry. It is perfectly legal for an employer to refuse to hire you if you have no skills or experience, and even if they admit that they are hiring you because of your age, you do not have a legal claim.... View More
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answered on Oct 1, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with some serious issues at work, including unfair treatment and a pay cut. These concerns, along with unsafe working conditions like driving without air conditioning and working long hours, could be violations of employment laws in California. You may have a case... View More
Took a LOA in July inquired about getting service dog at work. Told I am not classified at the postition that I've been doing for 6 years I would have to be evaluated at the position I am status as. Because of work restrictions I am unable to do the job I am status as. Corperate office is... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2024
More would need to be understood about your situation before someone could tell you with some level of certainty that you have a case with merit and value. However the facts you have posted about suggest unlawful conduct by the employer. Therefore it would be wise for you to locate and consult... View More
Since march 2024: I’ve been in a position in my workplace where behavior towards me is increasingly making me feel uncomfortable.
Behavior includes:
Gossiping: while I’ve never heard the gossip firsthand from those who spoke of me, I have a workplace colleague who has... View More
answered on Sep 26, 2024
There is a big difference between behavior that should not occur and behavior that is unlawful. Note that the other answer you have received does not say the behavior you have reported is unlawful. It likely is not violative of any law.
Bullying, gossiping, cold shouldering and other rude... View More
Went to work with knee bursitis and employer knew it. Allowed me to work all day and texted me after hours that I should satay home the next day as it was not wise to have me in the field or office. Was told he’d need to make a few phone calls as to how to proceed. Was not contacted until the... View More
answered on Sep 23, 2024
You need to go to the doctor and get a doctor's note indicating any restrictions you have on your ability to do your job and any suggested modifications to your job needed to allow you to perform the essential functions of the job. Then turn in that note. That will place a legal obligation... View More
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