Off-The-Clock Work: What Is It, and What Are My Rights? As an employee, you likely work at least forty hours a week. But what happens when your boss asks you to put in extra time? Is off-the-clock work legal? Does it matter if you are salaried or hourly? Learn all about off-the-clock work and how to protect your rights as… Continue Reading..

Illegal Working Conditions in California In California, workers are often subject to illegal and unsafe working conditions. This can include long hours, low pay, and exposure to hazardous materials. Unfortunately, these conditions are all too common in the state. California has some of the highest rates of workplace injuries and fatalities in the country. In fact, according to the most… Continue Reading..

We at Potter Handy, LLP give each and every case our undivided attention because we understand that every individual and every scenario is different. We have, however, received a number of questions throughout the years. For your convenience, we’ve gathered a list of some of the most often asked questions, along with their answers, below. How much will it cost?… Continue Reading..

Do California Employees Have the Right to See Their Personnel Files? Yes, California employees have the right to review their personnel files. Under California law, employers must allow employees to inspect their own personnel records upon request. Employees can request to see their personnel files for any reason, and they do not need to give a specific reason for their… Continue Reading..

What Constitutes Retaliation at Work? Retaliation at work can take many forms. Under California law, it is illegal for an employer to retaliate against an employee for engaging in protected activity. What is Protected Activity? Protected activity includes filing a complaint or testifying about discrimination or harassment, requesting a reasonable accommodation for a disability, and participating in an investigation of… Continue Reading..

Have you ever had something like this happen to you? You are in the middle of an interview in which everything is going nicely, and you and your future boss are getting along well. Then a question is thrown on you and you’re taken back for a few seconds before you realize what has happened. You wonder to yourself; did… Continue Reading..

California Employment Laws Four Things New Employees Should Be Aware Of Employees in California need to be aware that the state has special employment laws in place to protect employees and to provide them with mutual aid and protection. Generally speaking, California employers should respect the rights of their employees. A violation of these rights might result in a number… Continue Reading..

If you work seven days in a row in California, you may be eligible for overtime compensation. What is the maximum number of consecutive days that can be worked? In many circumstances, your employer will not be able to force you to work seven days or more consecutively. However, there are several exceptions to this regulation as well as some… Continue Reading..

Employment Law Attorneys – Fighting for Fairness and Justice in the Workplace As of Jan. 1, 2022, for employers of 26 or more employees, the California state minimum wage is $15 per hour; for employers of 25 or fewer employees, minimum wage is $14 per hour. This means that as of Jan. 1, 2022, exempt employees in California must be… Continue Reading..

Victims of employment discrimination may be able to file a lawsuit against their employer seeking monetary compensation. Below, we answer some of the most common questions about filing an employment discrimination lawsuit in California. How can I bring a case against an employer for discrimination in California? Generally speaking, in order to initiate a lawsuit against an employer for employment… Continue Reading..