Why Request Employees' Personnel Records? California Employment Law Cases | Knoll Law Firm

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Hello! I'm Syndel L. Knoll Berman, managing attorney at Knoll Law Firm. Today, we're discussing a key element in employment cases: Why is requesting an employee's personnel records essential?

As an employment attorney, requesting an employee's personnel records is one of the first crucial steps in a new employment case. Personnel records provide an attorney with a wealth of information, such as performance at work, any reprimands or warnings received by the employee, payroll records, and much more.

In California, under Labor Code 1198.5, employees are entitled to inspect and receive copies of their personnel records. Furthermore, Labor Code 226 allows employees to receive copies of their payroll records from their former employer.

So, why is it so vital to request these records? The records can shed light on the reasons for an employee's termination and potential wage and hour violations. Additionally, the information might reveal if the company followed proper protocol in providing training for harassment, discrimination, and retaliation in the workplace.

These records can also provide information on whether an employee signed an arbitration agreement. Knowing this can significantly impact the legal strategy in an employment case.

Employment claims are complex and very fact-intensive. It requires an attorney ready to take all the necessary steps early on in the case. At Knoll Law Firm, we specialize in representing individuals who've fallen victim to discrimination and harassment in the workplace.

We're here to help. If you suspect you might be experiencing harassment or discrimination in the workplace, don't hesitate to contact us for a free legal consultation.

In this video, we also discuss the importance of an employer reference check, how to conduct a reference check, what employers usually ask for references, and what happens after a reference check. Stay tuned for these insightful discussions.

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Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.

The video is a general overview based on our attorney's opinion at Knoll Law Group. Every claim is distinct, and the applicable law can vary from case to case and depends on multiple factors. This video is in no way intended as legal advice. This video does not create an attorney-client relationship. Contact Knoll Law Group for a FREE personalized case evaluation.

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Video Timeline:
00:00 Introduction
00:13 Importance of Requesting Personnel Records
00:32 Labor Codes 1198.5 and 226 Explained
01:10 How Personnel Records Can Assist a Case
01:42 Significance of Personnel Records in Employment Claims
02:00 Contacting Knoll Law Firm for Consultation
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what happens if the employer refuses to provide records?

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