1.How much can my job provider pay for me?
Your job provider cannot pay you more than the amount specified in your work permit.
2.Can my job provider pay for my travel expenses?
Your job provider cannot pay for your travel expenses.
3.Can my job provider pay for my education?
Your job provider cannot directly pay for your education, but they may be able to help you pay for it. Check with your job provider to see what benefits they offer that may help you pay for school.
4.Can my job provider pay for my medical expenses?
Your job provider cannot pay for your medical expenses.
5.Can my job provider pay for my housing expenses?
Your job provider cannot directly pay for your housing expenses. However, they may be able to help you find affordable housing in the area.
6.Can my job provider pay for my food expenses?
Your job provider cannot pay for your food expenses.
7.Can my job provider pay for my childcare expenses?
Your job provider cannot pay for your childcare expenses.
8.Can my job provider pay me a salary?
Yes, most job providers will pay you a salary.
9.Can my job provider pay me a commission?
Yes, a job provider may pay a commission.
10.Can my job provider pay me a bonus?
Yes, a job provider can pay a bonus to an employee.
11.Can my job provider pay me overtime?
There is no universal answer to this question. Some job providers are required to pay overtime, some are not. You should speak with an attorney to determine if your job provider is required to pay overtime.
12.Can my job provider hire me on a contract basis?
Yes, a job provider can hire you on a contract basis.
13.Can my job provider fire me?
Your job provider cannot fire you without just cause.
14.Can my job provider reduce my salary?
Your employer cannot unilaterally reduce your salary. If there is a reduction, it must be negotiated with the employees.
15.Can my job provider change my working hours?
Yes, generally your job provider can change your working hours.
16.Can my job provider make me do overtime?
The employer can make you do overtime, but they must pay you for it.
17.Can my job provider forbid me to work for other employers?
Your job provider cannot forbid you to work for other employers.
18.Can my job provider ask me to sign a confidentiality agreement?
Yes, a job provider can ask you to sign a confidentiality agreement.
19.Can my job provider ask me to sign a non-compete agreement?
Yes, but non-compete agreements are generally unenforceable in California.
20.Can my job provider ask me to sign an arbitration agreement?
Your job provider cannot require you to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.
21.Can my job provider ask me to sign a release?
Your job provider may ask you to sign a release in order to get information about your job performance or to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. However, your job provider cannot require you to sign a release as a condition of employment.
22.Can my job provider ask me to sign a waiver?
Your job provider may ask you to sign a waiver. However, the waiver must be voluntary and cannot contain any terms that are unfair or unreasonable.
23.Can my job provider ask me to sign a contract?
Yes, a job provider can ask you to sign a contract. The contract should set out the terms and conditions of your employment.
24.Can my job provider pay me in cash?
Yes, but your job provider must withhold taxes and report the payments to the IRS.
25.Can my job provider pay me with a cheque?
Your job provider may pay you with a cheque, but it is not required. You may also choose to be paid with cash, a direct deposit, or a combination of methods.
26.Can my job provider pay me with a wire transfer?
Your job provider can pay you with a wire transfer, but they will likely charge you a fee for doing so.
27.Can my job provider pay me with gift cards?
It is possible for job providers to pay employees with gift cards, but there may be tax implications. Contact the IRS or a tax professional to find out more.
28.Can my job provider pay me with points?
Points can be used as currency in some situations, but it is not common for job providers to pay employees with points.
29.Can my job provider pay me with merchandise?
No, job providers cannot pay workers with merchandise.
30.Can my job provider pay me with a company car?
Your job provider cannot pay you with a company car.