Legal Question in Employment Law in California
Which State has Jurisdiction?
I reside in California and work for a company located in another state. I am in sales and I earn a salary plus commissions. My paychecks have CA taxes taken out and I presume I am subject to CA labor law. Recently, my employer has failed to pay commissions in violation of our contract. My employer has engaged in what I feel to be harrassing conduct. Does California have 100% jurisdiction in all employment and civil matters or does the other state have some or all jurisdiction?
4 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Which State has Jurisdiction?
CA governs your situation, so if you are owed money you can hire an attorney to file a claim and have a trial at the Labor Commissioner. You are entitled to your pay, interest, and possibly penalties. Call if interested 714-960-7584
Re: Which State has Jurisdiction?
Start with a demand letter...sometimes it works !!! CA has the jurisdiction.
Re: Which State has Jurisdiction?
Jurisdiction (JX) is here in California although the other side may argue a JX clause in the contract if one so resides. Feel free to contact if you want to explore your options further, and have a nice day-Martin
Re: Which State has Jurisdiction?
-California courts and the Labor Commissioner both have jurisdiction. The choice of venue depends in part on the nature of your claims.
-I don't know the facts of your harassment claim, therefore I cannot say whether you may want to bring a wage claim and a harassment claim in the same suit.
-Please call me at 805/641-6600 if you want to discuss your case further.
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