Can my employer extend my probationary period indefinitely? Its been over 2 years!

My salary was supposed to increase by $2000/month and I was supposed to be provided medical benefits after a 90 day probationary period. I've been there 20 months now and my salary and benefits have not changed from the probationary terms. My inquiries on the subject have been ignored. (I have been looking for a new position but can not afford to lose this job until I secure another.) The company is headquartered in Los Angeles. However, the owners of this company are Chinese citizens and not knowledgeable in our labor laws. Is this legal? What are my options?

1 answer  |  asked Jul 6, 2019 4:18 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

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Arkady Itkin
Hello. Generally, "probationary period" is a misnomer. If you are an at will employee, an employer can change your terms and conditions of employment at any time for any reason or no reason (except for discriminatory reasons, i.e. due to age, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion, etc..). This means that as long as the employer is free to pay you the same amount that they pay on "probationary" period as long as they want. You can ask or negotiate and increase, but you cannot legally demand it.

Thanks,

Arkady Itkin

posted by Arkady Itkin  |  Jul 6, 2019 7:05 PM [EST]

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