Whether you’ve worked your full-time job for months or decades, you’ve got rights if you’re a salaried employee. California labor laws for salaried employees, in many cases, ensure that you’re covered if your employer acts in an unbecoming way or deprives you of pay. There are a lot of emotions that come up when your […]

California employees who are at risk for layoff have certain legal protections. Employees have the right to notice of a layoff under both California and federal WARN laws. Employers in California are legally obligated to follow certain protocols if they must downsize, lay off a mass number of employees, close a facility, or make any other […]

Arbitration agreements have become a common feature in employment contracts across the United States, including California. These agreements require employees to waive their right to sue their employers in court and instead resolve disputes through arbitration. While arbitration can offer benefits such as speed and efficiency, there has been growing concern that such agreements can […]

People often find that they are treated differently at work after they are injured, had surgery, or need ongoing medical treatment. Some unfair treatment may qualify as discrimination—and when this happens, an employee can collect damages for the ill-treatment they suffered. However, employees will need clear and convincing evidence that discrimination occurred in order to […]

It is completely unfair for an employee to put in the effort without receiving compensation.; employees need money to pay their bills and rent. Failure on an employer’s part to pay their employees on time is not only illegal, it can also have devastating consequences. Are you considering suing your employer for unpaid wages? Depending […]

The last place you should have to worry about harassment is at your job. Unfortunately, sexual harassment in the workplace is all too common. If you’re being harassed at work, you may be wondering if you can sue your employer for sexual harassment. Short of filing a lawsuit against your employer, you can also obtain a […]

Employees in California have various rights that employers must respect. Unfortunately, employers don’t always act properly. This can be more than just frustrating for employees – it can be financially damaging. When push comes to shove, you may be wonder can I sue my employer? At Eldessouky Law, we understand that it can be difficult […]

A California labor board complaint is a process whereby employees can report their employers to a state agency for various labor law violations. The State of California has over 200 administrative agencies, of which only a small portion investigate and handle complaints of labor law violations. Employees often refer to agencies that handle workplace disputes […]

Whenever your employer offers you a severance agreement, it’s important to read and understand the document carefully and when not to sign a severance agreement. Not in every situation will it be in your best interest to accept the agreement as is. If you think the offer is not satisfactory or you are confident in […]

Losing a job can be a tough experience, but a severance agreement can help ease the financial burden and provide a bridge to your next opportunity. Unfortunately, not all employers fulfill their obligation to pay severance, which can leave employees feeling uncertain and frustrated. This can be especially challenging for those who rely on the severance pay […]