On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Jan 23, 2020 | Employment Law
Could your employer be quietly shortchanging you? Wage and benefit theft is a common problem in many industries (to the tune of about $3 billion per year). Whether you’re working for minimum wage or you’ve got your own office, there are several different ways your...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Jan 21, 2020 | Employment Law
When you’re leaving a job less-than-willingly, your employer may offer you a severance agreement. Lest you be tempted to think that your employer is acting on altruism, recognize that your employer has something to gain by making the offer: your signature on a release...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Oct 14, 2019 | Employment Law
Employers often want workers who are dependable, organized and productive. But for employees with learning disabilities, meeting those expectations can be an uphill battle, as they often have to overcome obstacles their learning differences can create. But when given...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Aug 9, 2019 | Employment Law
If you ever find yourself reporting an unethical or illegal action in the workplace, you are protected under federal whistleblower laws. This means that your employer is not allowed to retaliate against you in any way. Today, we will discuss the most common forms of...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | May 31, 2019 | Employment Law
The federal government has many laws in place that protect employees while on the job in California and the rest of the country. It’s important for you to learn these laws, the protections they offer and how you can exercise your rights when an incident or...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Mar 8, 2019 | Employment Law
If you believe that you have been underpaid by your employer, you may feel that you are in a David and Goliath situation, where you feel powerless to stand up to your employer. You may feel that it is not worth the financial investment and stress to take legal action...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Dec 28, 2018 | Employment Law
If you have recently had your employment terminated in the state of California, it is likely that you will be feeling quite shocked and worried about your future. It is common for employers to disregard the rights of their employees during the process of employment...
On behalf of Barrera & Associates, Attorneys | Nov 30, 2018 | Employment Law
If you notice that there are illegal or unjust activities happening in your workplace, you may have reservations about reporting them because you are worried about how it might affect your career. It is likely that you aware of the whistleblower protections in place...
