If you’re like many people who have lost a job, you suspect that your firing was an unfair dismissal – but what is unfair dismissal, and what can you do if it’s happened to you? What is Unfair Dismissal? Unfair dismissal is another term for wrongful termination, which is a legal phrase in California that refers to an employer illegally … Read More
What is Paid Parental Leave?
If you’re like many new moms and dads, you know that California employees are sometimes entitled to paid parental leave – but does it apply in your case? Here’s what you need to know. What is Paid Parental Leave? In the state of California, paid family leave – commonly called PFL – covers about 18.3 million workers throughout the state. … Read More
What is Paternity Leave in California?
In the state of California, paternity leave is a right under the law – but what are your rights, and what can you do if your employer denies them? Here’s what you need to know: Paternity leave is generally available to biological, foster and adoptive fathers Fathers must meet certain requirements to take paternity leave Dads may be eligible to … Read More
What Are Permanent Disability Benefits?
If you’re like many people in California who have suffered a permanent, work-related injury or health condition, you could be entitled to permanent disability benefits. But what are permanent disability benefits, and how much are you supposed to receive? Here’s what you need to know. What Are Permanent Disability Benefits? Permanent disability benefits are a type of payment that some … Read More
Troester v. Starbucks: California Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Employees Again
On the Federal level, 2018 has not been a great year for employees’ rights. On May 21, 2018 the Supreme Court of the United States (“SCOTUS”) issued a ruling, which struck a significant blow to the rights of employees to pursue collective actions in response to legal violations surrounding their employment in Epic Systems Corp. v. Lewis (2018); employees across … Read More
California Employee Rights Handbook: The Scoop for Employees
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
