I Was Fired For Taking A Medical Leave In California. Can I Sue?

I Was Fired For Taking A Medical Leave In California. Can I Sue?

Li - October 29, 2022

So, the vital question is: can my employer fire me for taking medical leave? No. Legally, an employer cannot discharge an employee for requesting or taking medical leave to care for themselves or a close relative. Additionally, medical leave taken in accordance with the FMLA or California's parallel CFRA law is job-protected. This indicates that an employee who needs to take a medical leave of absence is allowed to return to the same or a comparable job position. So, if it's considered illegal, you can sue, right? Yes, but like most ci…

Employers Can't Punish Whistleblowers In California

Employers Can't Punish Whistleblowers In California

Li - October 28, 2022

Employees are hesitant to report their boss because of the perceived consequences of doing so. After all, employers are the ones who hold your paychecks, so workers are scared to be on their bad side.  Hence, California employment law has established a way to encourage employees to do the right thing and report potential wrongdoing. So, if you report your boss to OSHA or the IRS for potentially illegal activity, you can't be punished for it. You can't be fired, demoted, suspended, harassed, or get pay cuts for reporting your boss. Howe…

What Can You Do About Late Paychecks In California?

What Can You Do About Late Paychecks In California?

Li - October 27, 2022

People work to pay bills and do so on time. Any payment delays can derail deadlines, bills, and essential purchases. In California, an employer who fails to make timely wage payments faces fines. You may also take legal action to recover losses caused by these delays. You essentially compensation for any losses you experienced due to your employer's failure to pay you when you make a claim against them for unpaid wages. Let's look at your possible legal options for back pay, as experienced by prescreened  California unpaid wage lawyers…

What Can A Family Get From Wrongful Death Lawsuits In California?

What Can A Family Get From Wrongful Death Lawsuits In California?

Li - October 26, 2022

Although accidents aren't the same as murder, the loss of life is still grounds to hold liable parties accountable through civil lawsuits. This would allow the remaining family to collect damages due to their loved one's wrongful death. Undoubtedly, no amount of money can ease the suffering of a family's unexpected loss. A wrongful death claim in California is intended to lessen your financial hardship and that of your family and assist you in recovering any unforeseen expenses connected to the death of your loved one. So, what ca…