Legal Question in Civil Litigation in California

in Labor commisioner hearing, former employer lied under oath

During the hearing, the commissioner asked if there was any civil suits filed, I no on my part, and my former employer said no. turns out he HAD filed a small claims suit 2 days before the hearing regarding an issue being heard at the hearing. He dismissed the small claims a month later waiting on the commissioners decision, then filed again because he didnt like the outcome. We go to court this week, I filed a counter suit. since he lied under oath, can this be held against him at this hearing and should I even bring it up?


Asked on 6/09/09, 12:13 am

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Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: in Labor commisioner hearing, former employer lied under oath

I have no idea from reading your question why you went before the Labor board or why you are going to small claims court. If this is a wage dispute, use a lawyer! The law says you will collect attorney fees and you would be in a real (non-small claims, non-Labor Board) court. The lawyer you consult will be able to determine whether there is any way to nail the guy for perjury.

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Answered on 6/09/09, 12:31 am


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