Myself and a number of our part time staff at a non profit are low income. 4 of us are very good friends outside of work. Sometimes one of us is able to get free produce that she then distributes to us after work hours, when we are all together on a work day. Our manager has recently told her that... View More 
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answered on May 2, 2024
This situation raises several concerns. Here's a breakdown of some of the issues I see based on your description, but a more thorough analysis should be done by an attorney retained to help you navigate this tricky area:
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I am well qualified and try cannot fill the position. DMH had to offer me a job before they could check my file, I am not an employee. I am 58. DYS targeted me for filing a grievance for " investigation" that turned into a write up. DYS did not submit 10k of overtime I worked, starting... View More
At my pervious job, I was able to check my accrued vacation time. It displayed 148 hours accrued, but upon resignation, I was only paid out 65. When I called to ask where the rest of the hours were, I was told that I hadn’t actually accrued them, but would have in the future if I continued my... View More
I don’t know how someone can lose their job while out on a doctors note and I was employed at a hospital
answered on Apr 26, 2024
This is not my area of the law. Check around online there may be a state agency you can file an appeal.
I use to work in a catholic nursing home who only house priest. One of them accused me of "beating him down" even though I only interact with him when I pass medication. He has advanced Parkinsosn´s and this is not the first time he is accusatory. I was placed under an internal... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
No, an H1B visa holder is generally not allowed to work for multiple employers simultaneously. The H1B visa is employer-specific, meaning that it is tied to the sponsoring employer who filed the H1B petition on behalf of the employee.
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1. H1B visa holders are only... View More
I was terminated last week after 7 years and am being replaced by a college grad I trained. I've been offered severance but it's not very much and I'm wondering if there is more I can do, particularly since I'm 58 and expect finding a new job at comparable salary will be... View More
Somehow the payroll company messed up time accruals and deductions and I used over 40 hours of the max accrued sick time for 2023. Now all year so far in 2024 they have been giving me 0 hours of sick time claiming it’s because I went over the year before. Is this legal?
So I have finished my Masters recently and Started working on OPT. So I wanted to start investing/trading crypto and I still couldn't find proper solutions for my question. if I am allowed to do so, then how many trades/transactions can I do in a day/week. I looking for proper legal guidance... View More
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answered on Mar 16, 2024
As an F1 student visa holder currently on Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA, you are primarily in the country for educational purposes. However, engaging in investment activities, including trading or investing in cryptocurrencies, does not directly conflict with your visa status.... View More
They said I cannot accept gifts from clients, but this was only told to me afterwards, and I couldn't find anything in my employee handbook about it either. The truck was legally purchased with a bill of sales, and the title signed over. Do I have to give the truck back? Besides termination,... View More
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Massachusetts, if you purchased a truck from an elderly client while working for an Adult Foster Care company, and the company is now requesting you to return the vehicle citing policies against accepting gifts from clients, the legality of keeping the truck depends on several factors. If the... View More
I am currently on a F1 visa studying data science and thinking of voluntering at a Chinese American Museum. Although the volunteer role would be unrelated to my studies, I did a lot of undergrad research and publishing on Chinese culture while in my home country (UK). The role would be purely... View More
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answered on Jan 11, 2024
Volunteering in the United States while on an F1 visa can be a great opportunity to engage with the community and gain new experiences. However, it's important to understand the regulations surrounding such activities to ensure compliance with your visa status.
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
The enforceability of a training repayment agreement in Massachusetts depends on the specific terms outlined in the agreement and applicable state laws. Generally, these agreements are legal and enforceable if they are reasonable, fair, and not overly restrictive. However, if an individual does not... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In the United States, a training repayment agreement is typically enforceable if both parties have voluntarily entered into a legally binding contract. If you sign such an agreement and fail to attend the training or fulfill the terms and conditions outlined in the contract, you may be subject to... View More
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answered on Dec 3, 2023
I think that you may have a case against your employer. Possibly for terminating you before you were able to exonerate yourself against allegations of committing a crime. In addition, there are statutes in In some states, nuch like New York that would address an employer terminating an employee... View More
employer, is that an issue? will I be sued by the state of MA for back wages or is it up to the discretion of my original employer?
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
If you're on maternity leave in Massachusetts and accept another job to start after your leave without returning to your original employer, it could have legal implications. Your specific situation depends on your employment contract, state and federal laws, and your employer's policies.... View More
I am 71 years old and deaf. I could really use the money. Someone recently told me I am eligible for a pension.
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answered on Oct 25, 2023
To find out if you're eligible for a pension from your past employment at General Dynamics in Quincy, MA during the 1970s, please contact the company's pension or HR department. They can provide you with the most up-to-date information about your pension eligibility and guide you through... View More
My General Manager has informed me via text that if a single one of my coworkers, including someone I refuse to work with because he is hostile toward me, votes no, I will be terminated. This occurred because I refused to work with said hostile coworker when I saw he was filling in for the open.
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answered on Oct 2, 2023
Employment decisions based on peer voting can be problematic, especially if they expose an employer to claims of discrimination, harassment, or wrongful termination. You may want to consider contacting an employment lawyer to discuss your specific situation.
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answered on Sep 25, 2023
In Massachusetts, discussing an employee's restraining order without explicit consent could potentially be considered an invasion of privacy or even harassment, depending on the context and how the information is used. Some restraining orders may include specific provisions regarding... View More
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answered on Aug 29, 2023
Yes, in Massachusetts, you may be eligible to seek compensation from your employer for suffering severe concussions if the concussions were caused by workplace-related incidents or conditions. Massachusetts provides workers' compensation benefits to employees who sustain injuries or illnesses... View More
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