California Questions and Answers

Injured, fired and stiffed. Now what?
I was injured on a construction job, was fired by employer while in the hospital. Employer refused to pay commissions owed. Owner promptly died. Now what?
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

Forced to leave because of a hostile environment - do I have cause for a suit?
I was recently forced to leave my job due to the incredibly hostile environment at work. My employer was well aware of the situation , ( caused by another employee ) and I am wondering if I have cause...
2 answers  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

My bonus fell as a result of my pregnancy. Is that lawful?
I work in the HR/Compensation department for a large corporation. I recently received a bonus that reflected average performance. Being disappointed, I pursued discussions with my management, to find ...
2 answers  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

I have 11 more months on my employment contract. Will I get paid?
I signed a two year employment contract with my current employer. Recently, they have restructured the company and changed the business model to exclude my job function. I'm at the beginning of my sec...
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

What is my recourse for non-payment of wages?
I have an employment contract with my employer (who is a start up company) that states my base salary will be increased effective 11-1-00. To date, January 19, 2001, I still have not been paid this mo...
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

How can I get my last paycheck from Taco Bell?
About 2 months ago, I worked at Taco Bell for about 3 1/2 weeks, and I have yet to recieve a single paycheck. I have kept in contact with the Manager, but he keeps writing me off. How do I take approp...
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

Is it worth it to pursue $2K in wages from a bankrupt company?
About 6 weeks ago I quit a company called Intellisys Group. They have since filed chapter 11. I am owed about $2000 in back wages and vacation compensation. Chapter 11 should not exclude them from pay...
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California

What can I do about racial harassment?
I was forced to transfer jobs due to continuing racial slurs. My supervisor and union representative were aware of the situation and have done nothing. This situation is continuing with a coworker of ...
1 answer  |  asked Mar 15, 2001 8:29 PM [EST]  |  applies to California