How to Make a Workplace Complaint in California: Verbal vs. Written

How to Make a Workplace Complaint in California: Verbal vs. Written

One of the most common questions I get from California employees is simple: does a verbal complaint at work count, or does it have to be in writing? Many employees feel stuck and are unsure whether speaking up is enough, or whether they need to formalize the complaint...
How to Negotiate Severance Like an Employment Lawyer

TWELVE ELEMENTS THAT MAKE A STRONG EMPLOYMENT LAWSUIT IN CALIFORNIA

By Matt Ruggles, California Employment Lawyer After more than 30 years of litigating employment law cases across California, I can now recognize certain fact patterns that differentiate a strong employment lawsuit from a weak one. I’ve represented employees (and...