Whistleblowing is when an employee reports violations of the law by their employer. This action has legal protection that helps ensure employees can report misconduct or illegal activity without fear of retribution. California has some of the most robust worker…
Managers might be exempted from wage and hour laws under specific circumstances. That means they are not entitled to rest and meal breaks, minimum wage, and overtime pay like other types of employees. However, managers must meet the requirements for…
There are key differences between employees and independent contractors. Employment benefits, taxes, and employer liability can all be affected by your worker status. If you accept a position as an independent contractor, you should know how being an independent contractor…
A protected class is a group of people who have specific identifiable traits that have protection under federal and state laws from discrimination in the workplace. Employers cannot use traits, such as gender, age, or race, as the basis for…
Many employees have the right under federal law to take unpaid leave for qualifying medical or family-related reasons. Below, the Riverside, CA employment lawyers of Wagner Zemming Christensen, LLP explain the FMLA, who it covers, and what it means for…
White-collar and managerial employees paid a salary instead of an hourly wage are exempt from California wage and hour laws. Conversely, these laws protect non-exempt workers, giving them rights to rest and meal breaks, and overtime pay. The primary class…
Running a successful business isn’t easy. Whether it’s a smaller business or a fortune 500 corporation, one of the biggest challenges, aside from being profitable, is managing the employer-employee mutually beneficial relationship. It’s not just dealing with varying personalities and…
If you are offered a job, your prospective employer may also present you with an employment contract to sign as a condition of employment. However, you may wonder if employment contracts are enforceable in California, and what impact an employment…
If you believe that you were wrongfully terminated by your employer in California, you should speak with a qualified California employment lawyer as soon as possible about your case. You shouldn’t be left struggling to provide for yourself and your…
The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) was enacted in 1993 during the Clinton administration. The act was designed to allow workers to take time off work for medical or personal needs without fear of losing their employment. Many workers…