Allen B. Felahy Law Blog

You probably know that you can file a claim against an employer who does not pay you. But how do you go about doing so? Employment and wage laws are extremely complex. That is why you need the help of a law firm with experience handling wage disputes in Los Angeles. The attorneys can offer a personalized assessment of your case and fight to get you the wages you deserve.... Read More

While the state of California requires employers to pay their employees at least twice during a month, the frequency depends on the occupation of the person. An employer also has to tell you where you can pick up your paycheck and what the regular paydays are.... Read More

If you win in a Los Angeles wage hour claim, your employer must pay it or appeal the decision.  The court can order a judgment against your employer and you can try to collect the wages yourself.  Alternatively, the court can seek the judgment on your behalf through garnishments or other penalties.... Read More

You can file a claim for unpaid wages even if you are still employed by the employer in question.  However, this may lead to a contentious workplace.  To avoid complications, consider hiring a Los Angeles unpaid wages lawyer to explain your rights and ease the difficult process of settling an unpaid overtime claim.  In the meantime, here are some answers to frequently asked questions about overtime law in California.... Read More

Lunch and rest breaks are not mandated under federal law; however, California law does require such breaks.  In fact, the California court recently confirmed an employee’s right to lunch and rest breaks in the case of Brewer v. Premier Golf Properties (2008) 168 Cal.App. 4th 1243, and reaffirmed the position that actual Employment Attorneys in Los Angeles ... Read More

What information will your attorney need? If you have been harassed on the job, or believe  that your employer has discriminated against you, retaliated against you for exercising your rights under the law, or if you have been wrongfully terminated or forced to resign, chances are you will want to speak to qualified employment law attorney to get advice and discuss a lawsuit.Los Angeles Employment Lawyers... Read More

At-will employees cannot sue their employees for wrongful termination.Most workers in California and in the United States are at-will employees if they are not a member of a union, do not work for the government, and are not bound by an employment contract.You will need a Los Angeles Employment Lawyers on your side.... Read More