We spend a lot of time at work. But what happens when your personal life demands more of your time than work allows you to give? You can apply for leave and job protection with the Family and Medical Leave Act in California. Requests for personal leave can be fraught with technicalities, but the experienced […]
Have you discovered that your employer isn’t paying you fairly? Federal law requires employers to pay employees all earned wages and give employees legal options to recover compensation. However, sometimes employers intentionally or unintentionally cheat employees out of earned wages. If your employer has failed to pay you what you’re owed, you may be able […]
Concerned clients periodically contact our employment lawyers because they are worried about the consequences of being paid under the table. “Paying under the table” is shorthand for paying an employee without deduction or withholding anything or reporting the payments. While some employers pay employees in cash, paying employees under the table in California is illegal. […]
Employers and employees alike are often vexed by the complexity of California’s pre-employment drug testing laws. Companies try to balance their legitimate need for safety and security with their employees’ privacy rights. To help you better understand the risks of employer drug testing laws, our team at Starpoint Law, LC will explain the legal landscape […]
You are human, which means you need rest, even at work. In general, the State of California requires employers to make sure they provide sufficient rest and meal breaks for their employees. If you’re unsure whether your boss is giving you adequate breaks, read along for information about your rights under the CA meal and […]
For the last 25 years, states across the country have been slowly legalizing medical marijuana. California led the way by, passing the Compassionate Use Act in 1996, and since then, medicinal marijuana laws in California have served as a model for other states. However, it is essential to understand that possession of marijuana remains a […]
Whether you work for a big corporation or a family-owned business, drug testing is a common reality across today’s workplaces. Employers often drug test their employees as a condition of employment. Employers also randomly test employees for drug use. Drug testing is particularly common in hazardous occupations, where the safe operation of equipment is essential. […]
Paternity leave is the time a new father takes off from work to be with his child. California's paternity leave laws differ in significant ways from maternity leave laws because no pregnancy is involved. But California paternity leave laws offer a level of legal protection to parents who aren’t already protected under pregnancy discrimination and […]
When many of us think about quitting a job, we think about when to give our two weeks’ notice. Let's dive further into the California two-week notice law. But is it a requirement for a quitting employee to give two weeks’ notice in California? It depends on the terms of your job and the goals […]
If you are pregnant and working, we want to congratulate you and also ease your mind about the months ahead. Expecting a child can take a lot of preparation regarding your medical care, future child care, and the ways to balance your work with your physical/medical needs while pregnant. Fortunately, there’s a good chance you […]