Legal Question in Employment Law in California

Employment

I recently entered a semi-lengthy hiring process. It is through a temp agency, and they 'baited' me in with a declared wage of $18 an hour. I went to a couple interviews, had a couple phone meetings, and have communicated via countless emails.. About three or so more weeks AFTER initial contact I was called and notified I had the job. I then proceeded to go and leave my current job(s) with my notice. Two days later I get an email mentioning the job was for $12 an hour. Same position, $6 an hour less. Did I just get taken advantage of or is the company supposed to uphold the original 'verbal' (through an email I still have) agreement that promised a much higher pay. This pay was also brought up through the interviews and I was never told until AFTER everything was said and done that the pay had been cut by over 33%. Is it possible to hold them to their word?

-Adam


Asked on 10/10/08, 4:25 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Steven Miller Steven L. MIller, a Professional Corporation

Re: Employment

If you have a confirming email, that would be evidence you could use to bring a claim for the difference between what was paid and what was offered. Upon receiving your first paycheck, make a copy of the check and stub, before cashing or depositing it. Also make sure you keep that email, along with any ad you had offering the position at $18 per hour. Should you have further questions, feel free to contact me through my website at www.californiawagelawyer.com

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Answered on 10/14/08, 1:02 am


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