When you were in school, you may have heard the phrase, “there is no such thing as a bad question.” While this saying was a great way to encourage participation among students, it doesn’t apply to all areas of life. In particular, when it comes to job interviews, there IS such a thing as a […]

Can My Employer Pay Me in Cash? Picture this scenario: You are recently hired for a new job. You fill out your new hire forms, and your boss approaches you about your form of payment, stating they would prefer to pay you in cash. You hesitate for a second, thinking of how badly you need

Understanding California’s New Arbitration Laws The average person is not very familiar with the way our legal system works. You may have picked up some things from TV shows, books or movies, or perhaps you even had some involvement in a court case at some point. Still, it can be difficult to know what your

Can I Be Fired for Things I Post On Social Media? During the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us are online now, more than ever before. Of course, being online isn’t anything new for most Americans, but it does raise some interesting questions when it comes to your rights as an employee. In particular, posting on

If I Have to Wear a Uniform at Work, Who Pays for It? Many people are required to wear a uniform for work. Whether you are wearing a red shirt and khaki pants for Target, scrubs at a hospital, or your employer’s branded apron, uniforms are a common requirement for many jobs. In many ways,

While on the job hunt, one of the most critical pieces of information that many prospective employers ask for is a list of references. For many people, obtaining those references is not a big deal. However, if you have lost your job or left on less-than-ideal terms, you may have some qualms about providing these

What Is Religious Discrimination? The United States was founded on several important principles and ideals that, while not perfect, strive for equality. One of the earliest and most important of those ideals is the concept of “freedom of religion.” Rather than a uniform, state-sponsored religion, the government cannot force any person to practice (or not

What Happens at a California Unemployment Hearing? Unemployment insurance exists to protect workers who lost their jobs, or had their hours reduced, through no fault of your own. In theory, if you were laid off, had your schedule reduced or are otherwise out of work, you are eligible for unemployment. Unfortunately, unemployment claims are often

The first known case of COVID-19 in the United States was diagnosed in January 2020. By March, the novel coronavirus had spread rapidly throughout several states and Governor Newsom issued a stay-at-home order for all of California. In response to this order, millions of Californians were quickly shifted to remote work from home. Some companies have announced