Employer Liability for Inducing Prospective Employee to Change Residence under Fraudulent Pretenses

San Francisco Attorney Michael Papuc represents employers and employees in employment lawsuits.

In California, it is unlawful for an employer to induce an employee to change residences to change jobs under false pretenses. (Labor Code, sec. 970) If the employee proves her case, the employer will be liable for double damages. (Labor Code, se. 972.)

Further, this conduct is a misdemeanor, punishable by fine or imprisonment. (Labor Code, sec. 971.)