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Can My Employer Require Me to Work Off the Clock?
In California, employers generally cannot require employees to work off the clock. If you are performing work for your employer’sRead More
How Do I File a Wage Claim With the California Labor Commissioner?
California employees have the right to be paid all wages they earn, including minimum wage, overtime, meal and rest breakRead More
What Is Wage Theft and How Do I Prove It in California?
Wage theft happens when an employer fails to pay a worker all wages the law requires. In California, wage theftRead More
Why Did My Employer Classify Me as an Independent Contractor Instead of an Employee?
In California, worker classification matters. Employees have stronger legal protections than independent contractors, including rights to minimum wage, overtime pay,Read More
Can My Employer Change My Pay Without Telling Me?
In California, employers generally cannot lawfully change an employee’s rate of pay in secret and then apply that change toRead More
How Long Does an Employer Have to Give You Your Final Paycheck in California?
California has strict rules about when an employer must provide a final paycheck. If your employer misses the deadline, youRead More
What Should I Do If My Employer Does Not Pay My Final Paycheck in California?
When your job ends, your employer has strict legal duties under California law to pay your final wages on time.Read More
Can I Be Fired For Having Diabetes In California
In most cases, no. Under California law, an employer cannot legally fire you simply because you have diabetes. Diabetes isRead More
What Do I Do If My Job Denies My Accommodations?
If your employer denies your request for a workplace accommodation in California, do not assume the decision is final orRead More