California Workers Win Millions for Violations of Overtime Pay, Meal and Rest Breaks
California labor laws regarding overtime pay and breaks for rest and meals are clear and unambiguous. That fact hasn’t dissuaded unscrupulous employers in the state from victimizing employees in the misguided belief that they can get away with violating those laws. Perhaps they think their workers won’t notice their illegal behavior or will be too […]
Whistleblowing and Public Policy: Understanding Legal Protection From Wrongful Termination
In terms of the workplace, “whistleblowing” is when you notify an outside agency or party that your employer is violating some sort of law. This can be something you notice independently, or in response to instructions that your employer gives you that appear to be illegal. Whistleblowing is for acts that violate a criminal law, […]
What to do if you’ve been fired: 3 questions to ask an attorney
According to the Department of Labor Statistics, about 60,000 Americans are fired each year in the private sector. If you’re one of them, you might feel hurt, depressed, angry or victimized. You have a lot of concerns and questions, and you’re probably sharing them with just about anyone willing to listen. In point of fact, […]