In California, employees have rights – and this is an overview of what you, as a nonexempt employee, are entitled to when you work in this state. Your employee rights include: Freedom from harassment, discrimination and retaliation Fair pay, including commissions and overtime Safe working conditions Rest and meal breaks Paid leave, when appropriate Freedom from wrongful termination California Employee … Read More
What Are Unpaid Commissions?
Commissions are compensation paid to a person for sales-related activities they perform for a company – and unpaid commissions are a bigger problem than you think. When you enter into a written commission agreement with an employer, the employer is required to pay you what you’ve earned. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way. What Are Commissions? Commissions are wages … Read More
CA Employee Rights
California employee rights are a little more encompassing than federal employee rights are – but if you’re an employee in this state, what are you entitled to? CA Employee Rights at Work In the state of California, employees have a right to: Equal pay Meal and rest breaks Paid leave, in some cases Overtime pay Be free from discrimination You’re … Read More
At-Will Employment Basics From a Glendale Employment Lawyer
In the state of California, most workers are considered “at-will” employees. At-will employment (also called employment at will) is the way most business is done. But how does at-will employment affect you, and how can you tell if it even applies in your situation? What is At-Will Employment? An at-will employee is a worker who’s free to quit any time … Read More
Not a “New” Overtime Law, but How Does Overtime Work in California?
In California, there isn’t a new overtime law – but in 2018, there are several overtime rules in place to protect workers. Not a “New” Overtime Law, but How Does Overtime Work in California? California overtime law says that non-exempt employees aged 18 or over, or minor employees who are 16 or 17 but aren’t required to attend school and … Read More
Discrimination for a Medical Condition
If you have a health condition, you could be protected against discrimination under federal and California law – but not everyone with a medical condition is considered disabled. Here’s what you need to know before you call a Glendale employment discrimination lawyer. Discrimination for a Medical Condition Unfortunately, some employers discriminate against people who have medical conditions. In order for … Read More
Pregnancy Discrimination: It Happens More Often Than You Think
Pregnancy discrimination is like an unchecked wildfire in the American workplace, from Silicon Valley to Wall Street – and it seems to be getting worse. It occurs when a pregnant woman or even a new mom is passed over for promotion, doesn’t get the raise she deserves, or gets fired for complaining about either of those things; it happens when … Read More
The Epic Systems Case
Its Effect on the Employee, and It’s Effect on California Law At Yeremian Law, we pride ourselves on keeping our thumb on the pulse of all things related to Labor Law. This approach to the practice of law has enabled us to stay ahead of the curve and provide superior service to our clients. On May 21, 2018, the Supreme … Read More
Impact of the California Supreme Court’s New “ABC Test” for Independent Contractors
Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court – The Impact of the California Supreme Court’s New “ABC Test” on Independent Contractor Status The term “independent contractor” is thrown around by nearly everybody who is of working age. Most people who use this phrase have no idea that “independent contractor” is a legal status, not a label that can be placed … Read More
California Labor Laws 101
California labor laws are designed to protect workers from bad business practices, and they’re pretty comprehensive. In many cases, California’s laws are more protective of workers than federal laws are, and courts here generally fall back on the laws that provide more protection when an issue arises. But what do California labor laws cover? Here’s what you need to know. … Read More
