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Everything You Need to Know About California Tip Laws

Know Your Rights Not To Be Underpaid Under California Tipping Laws If you are like many employees in California, you rely on tips as part of your income. Waitpersons, bartenders, bell hops, hotel housecleaning staff, food delivery drivers, and taxicab drivers are just a few…

Can My California Employer Require Me To Take A Drug Test?

When Can My California Employer Require Me To Take A Drug Test? If your employer has asked you to take drug test, you might be concerned about losing your job and have questions about your rights under the law. Thankfully, California law includes strong protections…

California Overtime Rules: Who Gets It And Who’s Exempt?

California Overtime Rules: Who Gets It And Who’s Exempt? Employees in California who are “non-exempt” are entitled to overtime pay for time worked over 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a week. This is true unless the employer has adopted an “alternative…

California Mileage Reimbursement Law

How Much Does California Law Require My Employer To Reimburse Me For Driving On The Job? California law requires your employer to reimburse you for all necessary expenses you incur because of your job. The most common type of on-the-job expense employees have is the…

Can I Get Fired For Being an Alcoholic or Drug Addict?

Can My Employer Fire Me For Being An Alcoholic Or Drug Addict? Alcoholism and drug addiction are medically recognized diseases that affect millions of Americans, and under both California and federal law, they are considered disabilities. Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to permit…

California Rules on Final Paychecks & Waiting Time Penalties

Final Paychecks And Waiting Time Penalties If you quit your job, are fired, or laid off, California laws require your employer to promptly issue you a final paycheck that includes everything you are owed, including all wages, overtime, and accrued vacation and paid time off…

California Pregnancy And Maternity Leave Laws

California’s Complex Pregnancy And Maternity Leave Laws Explained California employees benefit from some of the most comprehensive pregnancy and family leave laws in the country. The rules in California are particularly generous to employees who become pregnant and have children. There are two California laws…

Am I Misclassified As An Independent Contractor?

How Do I Know If I’m An Employee Misclassified As An Independent Contractor? Employee misclassification has become an increasingly important issue in recent years, particularly with the growth of the service sector and the so-called “sharing economy.” Well publicized misclassification lawsuits have been filed against…

Your Rights as a Disabled Person Under the FEHA

How Does The FEHA Protect You If You Are Disabled And Discriminated Against At Your Job? Being disabled does not mean that you cannot work, have a satisfying career, or be a productive employee that your employer will value. Fortunately, disabled workers are protected from…

Why You Need a Lawyer in Your Employment Discrimination Case

Why Hiring An Attorney Is Essential In Your Employment Discrimination Case If you suspect you are the victim of discrimination at your job, you need to understand your rights under the many federal and California laws that prohibit employers from engaging in these illegal practices.…

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