When your employer does not pay you your full wages or fails to pay you on time, it has committed wage theft. State and federal laws take wage theft seriously, which is why they provide multiple avenues for reporting unpaid wages through civil lawsuits or administrative complaints. At the Law Offices of John Dalton, we also take wage theft...
Continue ReadingThere are certain reasons your employer cannot use to terminate your employment. And if your boss has an illegal motive for firing you, it might be time to file a wrongful termination claim against them. At the Law Offices of John Dalton, our knowledgeable legal team can identify your rights in a wrongful termination claim and show you how...
Continue ReadingThe law protects you against harassment at work. But what is considered workplace harassment in California? In general, unlawful harassment is any unwelcome and offensive behavior based on an individual’s protected characteristics. While you have several options for asserting your rights against harassment and recovering damages from your workplace, the process can be tricky. You should speak to a...
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Continue ReadingCalifornia is a pioneer in ensuring employers pay their employees within a reasonable time after termination or resignation. Specifically, if an employer fails to pay an employee’s final wages within 72 hours of termination, they may face penalties under Labor Code 203. These penalties apply for each day the payment is late up to a maximum of 30 days....
Continue ReadingWhen employers fail to protect their employees from unlawful harassment, they hurt their workforce, the community, and themselves. Victims of unlawful workplace harassment have several legal protections and the option to sue their harasser and employer. There are many requirements for filing a workplace harassment lawsuit, and an experienced attorney can help you fulfill them. Contact us at the...
Continue ReadingEmployers use several techniques to give their employees less compensation than they are entitled to. California and federal laws allow employees to recover unpaid wages and punish their employers for wage theft. But how are unpaid wages calculated in California? The method for calculating unpaid wages depends on how your employer withheld your pay. To confirm that you receive...
Continue ReadingWage theft is a real and significant threat to the American workforce. And, unfortunately, the employers are doing the stealing. This is an uncomfortable reality, but California law protects its workers in many substantial ways. We can show you how to get back the compensation you are owed and help you do it. At the Law Office of John...
Continue ReadingIf you are a victim of discrimination in the workplace, speak to a knowledgeable attorney about the possibility of obtaining legal relief. An experienced attorney can identify your legal rights and knows how to prove workplace discrimination in California. The Law Offices of John Dalton can help you get the results you deserve in an employment discrimination case. John...
Continue ReadingWhat is the statute of limitations for wrongful termination in California? If you file your case with the state government or in a state civil court, you typically have three years to initiate your claim. This amount of time can change depending on your circumstances, so speaking to an attorney immediately after a job loss is vital to protecting...
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