The reality of affording housing on a minimum wage

On behalf of Sullivan Law Group APC posted in wage & hour laws on Friday, February 23, 2018. If today’s job market offers any prediction on future challenges, it is in regard to minimum wage and housing affordability. San Diego is one of many hot cities on the map, yet countless Californians struggle to pay rent and monthly mortgages. Earning low wages is part …

What happens when an employer refuses to pay for overtime?

On behalf of Sullivan Law Group APC posted in employee rights on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. One of life’s many joys involves pride over hard work done. Many Californians could agree with this sentiment, but by the same token, there are few better feelings than hanging one’s hat for the day. With the gradual decrease of unemployment rates in the country, the outlook on jobs for the average …

3 ways to prove you worked overtime

On behalf of Sullivan Law Group APC posted in Wage & hour laws on Friday, February 2, 2018. Does your employer fail to log your hours? If your workplace does not have a time sheet or time clock, you may not be receiving proper overtime pay. First of all, it is important to note that the Fair Labor Standards Act requires employers to keep records regarding your hourly pay rate, …

Employers can’t threaten to fire if you refuse unfair wage

On behalf of Sullivan Law Group APC posted in wrongful termination on Friday, February 2, 2018. Imagine this scenario: your boss tells you and your co-workers that, due to rising expenses, everyone must take a pay cut. However, this would put your earnings under California’s minimum wage. You speak up and tell your boss that the company cannot decrease your wage, but your boss …

Is your employer illegally retaliating against you?

On behalf of Sullivan Law Group APC posted in blog on Friday, February 2, 2018. California law protects employees against harassment, discrimination and unlawful retaliation. While employers otherwise have a lot of freedom in employment decisions, these three types of actions form the exception. The area of illegal actions by employers can get quite complicated. If you feel your employer may be crossing the line into …