Looking for advice on this situation. Unpaid Internship at a For-Profit Tech Startup - Isnt This Illegal? Is this as bad as I think?
Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?
From an HR perspective, this is exactly the kind of situation that triggers EEOC complaints. Most companies will settle to avoid the investigation costs fr fr.
From an HR perspective, this is exactly the kind of situation that triggers EEOC complaints. Most companies will settle to avoid the investigation costs.
This sounds like a clear violation. Document everything and file with the appropriate agency. In California, you have strong protections under the Labor Code.
Don't resign — that weakens your leverage. Let them fire you if it comes to that. A wrongful termination claim is stronger than a constructive dismissal claim.
Has anyone tried [reaching out to their legal department directly]?