What Are At-Will Employment Rights in California?
The term “at-will” employment is often misunderstood. Despite that employment in California is at-will, there are numerous legal protections that limit an employer’s right…
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What to Do If You Are Denied Maternity Leave
You are expecting your first child, and as the due date draws near, you can’t help but feel mixed emotions. While you are excited…
What You Need to Know About California Whistleblower Laws
One day, you caught your company red-handed engaging in questionable and potentially illegal workplace activity. You debated whether to speak up about the illegal…
AB 2257 Makes Major Changes to California’s AB 5 Independent Contractor Law
Background On AB 5 On January 1, 2020, California enacted Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5), which was codified in California Labor Code section 2750.3.…
The Role of a Los Angeles Rideshare Accident Lawyer
Rideshare companies like Lyft and Uber have become ubiquitous on our roads. They offer a convenient and affordable means of travel for the millions…
Rights & Labor Laws for Remote Employees
Due to health concerns caused by the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, employers throughout California have allowed more and more employees to work remotely. This is…
What Is An Itemized Wage Statement & California Labor Code 226?
California employers are required to provide their employees with wage statements, also commonly known as “pay stubs,” for every pay period they work. The…
California’s Double Minimum Wage Law: Employees Who Supply Their Own Tools Are Entitled to at Least Twice Minimum Wage
For years, it has been the industry custom for skilled trades like mechanics and technicians to supply their own tools at their place of…
Wrongful Termination and Discrimination Laws in California
Being fired can be frustrating, stressful, and frightening, especially if you feel you did everything you could to do your job well. Unfortunately, your…
What To Do When You Suspect You’ve Been Wrongfully Terminated in California
Have you been fired in California for what you believe was an illegal or inappropriate reason? Were you terminated after you filed a workers’…
California wage laws, mechanics, and tool usage
Every mechanic in California will tell you that their work is only as good as the tools used to perform it. A mechanic’s tools…
I am being sexually harassed at work. What should I do?
Experiencing sexual harassment while at work can put employees under tremendous stress. Some victims may be afraid to come forward, and the choice to…
How to stay connected with Pimentel Law
At Pimentel Law, our Pasadena employment & personal injury attorneys work hard to fight for those who have been harmed by others. We understand…