Legal Question in Employment Law in California

Unpaid services
I was hired (as an indep't contractor) to do case studies for later
submittal by company. I spent lots of time, energy & gas to conduct
studies. I gave proofs of studies (pictures, papers filled in by
models) but the co. decided that this way is not really profitable for
them. They requested the appliance back from everybody & claim
that in my case not enough studies were made, which is not true.
On paper I do have proof that they had received those. As I was
not an employee - I also signed form that I was not entitled for
unemployment/medical & so on, I assume that the Labor Board
would not be able to help me. If I take them to Small Claim, what
are my chances to win it? Do they sometimes judge at least--name
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partial amount if they see that the co. just used me & now they do
not wish to pay? (I know that Small Claim is--name removed--''solo
deal'', no
lawyers are allowed. Lawyers that I asked so far were not
interested in the case as I only seek below $2,000. Or is there--
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way to sue them & compensate the lawyer as well? I am not willing
to invest more money into the case unless I already collect.
Thank you.

Asked on 4/12/04, 3:20 pm

Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

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Re: Unpaid services

You're seeking quantum meruit -- i.e. the value of your time. Bring proof to small claims of pay for other work you've done. Good luck.

Answered on 4/19/04, 3:29 pm

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