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In California, if your workplace stress is preventing you from doing your job then you may be eligible for stress leave. This leave may be available under the: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), or. California Family Rights Act (CFRA). What is Stress Leave? Stress leave is when an employee seeks to abstain from work […]

If you believe you are experiencing workplace discrimination and are seeking legal assistance, you may want to consult with an employment lawyer who specializes in discrimination law. These attorneys are knowledgeable about employment laws and can provide guidance on your rights and options. Here are steps to find workplace discrimination lawyers:   Workplace Discrimination: FAQ […]

Under California labor law, California has a specific final paycheck law regarding the timing and requirements for providing a final paycheck to employees who are terminated or leave their job. California final paycheck law states that employees should receive their final paycheck on the last day of their employment. Timing of Final Paycheck: For employees […]

Time clock rules for hourly employees are usually precise, but can be confusing. What are the federal and state laws regarding time clock rules? How do time clock rules relate to the Fair Labor Standards Act? What is the best way to ensure hourly employees are getting paid for all hours worked? We’re diving into […]

Unpaid Wages Claim Time Limit The time limit for filing an unpaid wages claim, also known as a wage claim or a wage lawsuit, varies depending on the jurisdiction (country, state, or province) in which you live or work. Different places have different statutes of limitations that determine how long you have to file a […]

In general, an employer has the right to deny a vacation request from an employee. However, the specific circumstances surrounding the employee’s request and the employer’s reasons for denying the time-off request can be subject to legal limitations. Under federal law in the United States, there is no requirement that employers provide employees with paid […]

The continuing violation doctrine is a legal principle that applies in California employment law. It allows an employee to file a discrimination claim based on a pattern of conduct that occurred over time, even if some of the conduct falls outside the statute of limitations period. In California, the statute of limitations period for filing […]