The probability of you experiencing a situation where your rights are being violated at work is higher than you would originally think. Employers often think that they can get away with small to medium-sized violations because they assume their employees will not retain the services of a labor lawyer to fight back. In their 2018…
Illegal workplace conduct takes many forms. Employees are often unaware of their own rights being infringed at work, and too often do victims of unlawful workplace conduct get exploited or even ignored by their employers. Employees across the U.S.A. suffer needlessly from discrimination in the workplace. As an employee, you have the right to a…
Have you been discriminated against by your employer? Are you having a wage dispute with your employer? Is your employer refusing to honor your medical restrictions or refusing a medical leave of absence? Have you been sexually harassed? There are numerous reasons why you should consult labor attorneys in Los Angeles, but how do you…
When it comes to employment litigation, disputes between an employer and an employee related to overtime pay are not uncommon. Every nonexempt employee has the right to be compensated at the correct legal rate for all hours of work in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. If your employer has failed to pay…
If you find yourself involved in a legal dispute with your employer, you may want to consult an employment lawyer in Los Angeles, to help determine if you have a case. If you’re unsure whether you need to consult an employment lawyer in Los Angeles in the first place, or if you don’t know how…
Many employees work overtime and are not paid for all of the hard work that they put in. If you’re such an employee, it is important to be sure that you are being treated fairly and compensated according to applicable state and federal laws. If you believe you are entitled to overtime pay, contact Akopyan…
Unpaid wages are a major issue for hourly and even salaried workers. Often, these workers are unfairly compensated for their time, especially in ways that may be unclear according to their understanding of their rights as workers. This is why more and more people are turning to an unpaid wages attorney to help them get…
Whatever the reason, if you are involved in a labor law problem which you are not able to solve on your own, it is advisable for you to consult a labor lawyer. Labor lawyers can help clarify legal issues which are sometimes confusing and complicated. Labor lawyers can also help you obtain the best possible…
Most folks associate “disability” with severely debilitating catastrophic physical injuries. When they hear the word “disability” they immediately think of a someone in a wheelchair, on crutches, or with a cast. They are perplexed when they see a person who looks perfectly fine from the outside walk out of a car with a disabled placard….
Picture this: Your boss unexpectedly calls you into a meeting. You are wondering what’s wrong. You walk over to your boss’ office and are surprised to see that the company’s HR person is also there. Then like a ton of bricks it hits you: Out of nowhere, you are told that you are being fired…
Being pregnant is a time of joy for most people. Most expecting moms think of what gender their new baby will be; what they are going to name them; what to buy to get the nursery ready; and put together a birth plan. Expecting moms may also deal with some of the natural symptoms of the…
For most folks getting fired from a job is a devastating experience. Once the initial shock wears off, and the dust settles the terminated employee often tries to figure out what just happened. It is not uncommon for folks to spend hours recounting their steps, recalling and analyzing events, and assessing their employer’s handling of…
The dictionary defines “retaliation” as “the act of doing someone harm in return for actual or perceived injuries or wrongs; an instance of reprisal, requital, or revenge.” Although retaliation is intangible most folks immediately sense it when it happens to them. The same is true in the workplace. When a supervisor or coworker tries to…
For a long time, it was unthinkable to ask a co-worker how much he was making, or to ask your boss to give you a raise because your co-worker was making more money. Indeed, raising the topic of pay in the workplace was viewed to be distasteful and off-limits. This has all changed in the…
While most of us are starting to think about how we are going celebrate the New Year, few of us give much thought to how the laws will change come the New Year. Since many of these changes will be significant, it is important to keep them in mind. Some of the key changes that…
Have you ever wondered why two people can be doing the exact same job but one of them is classified as an “employee” while the other an “independent contractor”? The answer is simple: A workforce comprised of independent contractors is far less expensive for the employer. Businesses are required to make certain expenditures for employees…
Losing a job is considered one of the most stressful situations a person can experience. After all, without consistent employment, your financial situation and quality of life may suddenly be in jeopardy. Unfortunately, most employment in California is at-will, meaning that an employer has the right to fire an employee at any time for any…
I frequently receive calls from employees who are being harassed by their supervisors, and simply do not know what to do. Often times these victims of workplace abuse fear that if they go above their boss, and complain to someone higher up the chain of command or perhaps to someone in HR, their boss will…
