In most cases, California employers can legally terminate employees for working a second job, especially if there is no employment contract prohibiting it. Under at-will employment, employers do not need to justify firing decisions unless the termination violates a specific law or public policy. However, there are limits. Employers cannot fire you for having a…
Wrongful termination damages are designed to compensate the employee for the harm caused by the unlawful firing. Our award-winning wrongful termination attorney in Los Angeles is here to help walk you through your legal options. These damages typically fall into the following categories: Types of Damages in Wrongful Termination Cases Employees who successfully prove wrongful…
In most cases, employers have the legal right to require employees to return to in-person work. However, there are important exceptions and legal protections that workers should understand, especially when health, safety, or accommodations are involved. For legal help from an employment lawyer in Los Angeles, contact Yadegar, Minoofar, & Soleymani LLP today. At-Will Employment…
California, including Los Angeles, follows the legal doctrine of at-will employment, meaning that employers can terminate employees at any time, with or without cause or notice. Likewise, employees can leave a job without giving a reason. However, at-will employment is not absolute. Several important exceptions protect workers from unfair or unlawful termination. 1. Discrimination-Based Termination…