Increasingly, courts have limited California employee’s rights to bring Class Action lawsuits regarding wage and hour lawsuits. These limits have resulted from a combination of pressures, not the least ofRead MoreClass Action Wage and Hour Lawsuits Find New Hope under PAGA
Sexual Harassment Investigations in the California Workplace
Workplace harassment based on sex is illegal under California’s Government Code 12940 (see DFEH vs. Calolina Ginning Co., Case No. E96-97; H-0676-00-E) and under EEOC Guidelines. “When an employer receivesRead MoreSexual Harassment Investigations in the California Workplace
WHISTLEBLOWERS MAY WIN BIGGER PAYOUTS THAT THE POWERBALL © !
As we have previously reported, whistleblower cases are on the rise across the nation and throughout California. These types of cases are some of the most complicated cases in theRead MoreWHISTLEBLOWERS MAY WIN BIGGER PAYOUTS THAT THE POWERBALL © !
My attorney disagrees with me about the value of my California employment case
California attorneys owe the utmost fiduciary duty to you, their client. That means that you absolutely have the authority to tell your attorney whether you will accept or reject anyRead MoreMy attorney disagrees with me about the value of my California employment case
Employer Fails to Reimburse California Employee Expenses; Employee Sues for Constructive Termination
Mr. Vasquez worked for Franklin Management Real Estate Fund as a maintenance technician. As part of his job, he was required to drive his personal vehicle at least 30 milesRead MoreEmployer Fails to Reimburse California Employee Expenses; Employee Sues for Constructive Termination
Time period to file suit if sexually harrassed by Supervisor
Ashley Ellis was a security guard for US Security Associates. She was sexually harassed by her supervisor in August of 2010, according to her lawsuit allegations. She complained and theRead MoreTime period to file suit if sexually harrassed by Supervisor
Employer docked my attendance for permanent medical condition
At Los Angeles Employment Attorney we receive numerous calls from employees who have found their pay docked even though they were on approved Family Medical Leave Act status or outRead MoreEmployer docked my attendance for permanent medical condition
Sex harassment includes severe or pervasive acts of misconduct
An on-going debate has been whether same sex harassment requires a sexual motive on the part of the harasser. The general rule is, under both state and federal laws andRead MoreSex harassment includes severe or pervasive acts of misconduct
California Government Employee Whistle Blower Wins One Million Dollars
Melody Jo Samuelson worked as a clinical psychologist for the State of California Department of Mental Health. She complained that the hospital’s trial competency procedures were out of compliance withRead MoreCalifornia Government Employee Whistle Blower Wins One Million Dollars
Do I have a whistle blower claim under California False Claims Act?
As California’s serious whistle blowing law firm representing employees only, our potential clients are surprised when we advise them that California has its own version of the Federal False Claims,Read MoreDo I have a whistle blower claim under California False Claims Act?