When I was interviewed for this job, I was told this will be work from home. This is one of the two reasons why I took this job. (The other was the pay rate) I was told I would have to work 2 days in the office per week, starting out to operate a laser engraver. It's now been two years and... View More 
answered on Apr 1, 2024
You can ask, but as an at-will employee, either party can change the terms of employment at any time. The other party can then accept or reject those terms. In other words, the employer doesn't have to agree to let you work from home.
This school is a charter for the St. Louis Public Schools. While there I was harassed by my “team leader” and when the administrators would not help me, I had to quit because it was causing me severe mental distress.
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
Here are a few options you can pursue regarding the incorrect W-2 from your former employer:
1. Contact your former employer's payroll or HR department and request a corrected W-2 that accurately reflects the federal taxes withheld from your paychecks throughout the year. All employers... View More
time in house job with Vanderbilt. Does this clause in my former ALKU contract prevent my employment with Vanderbilt for the next 12 months.
Agreement Not to Solicit Clients. Employee agrees that during the
term of his employment by the Company and for a period of 12 months... View More
answered on Jan 24, 2024
The short answer is yes, but to get an accurate answer, you will need to hire an attorney familiar with non-competes to provide a detailed analysis of not only the provision language but the entire agreement, as well as the underlying facts of the work and employment. For a non-compete to be... View More
I have a non compete/non solicit
contract with an employer. If there some sort perception where it appears as if I want to solicit. Does this make me a fraud or criminal?
Could someone ever go to jail for non-solicit contract?
answered on Jan 18, 2024
A Missouri attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for five weeks. Those contracts usually involve civil damages. If the contract additionally includes provisions for confidentiality/disclosure in a setting where sensitive defense industry information is involved, then criminal... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2024
In the United States, companies generally have the discretion to set their own dress code and appearance policies, which can include restrictions on visible tattoos. However, if a company does not have a specific policy regarding tattoos, making a hiring decision solely based on a person's... View More
I did not/ have not taken any illegal drugs nor did I consume any alcohol. All I had in my system was my prescription for adderall that I had taken prior to the orientation I had attended for a job I was supposed to start this week. I still have not heard back from this employeer with further... View More
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answered on Jan 5, 2024
In your situation, where a prescribed medication has affected your drug test, it's important to communicate with your employer. Provide them with documentation of your prescription for Adderall. This documentation should include a note from your healthcare provider confirming that you are... View More
I am a kidney transplant coordinator for a hospital. Hospital has just started a bone marrow transplant program and has created "transplant coordinator" job titles averaging about 15,000 dollars more than my position which is classified as "nurse clinician".
answered on Nov 26, 2023
Missouri is an at-will employment state, and the employer can pay folks however it chooses without regard to job titles. It can also discriminate against employees on any basis it sees fit EXCEPT on the basis of an employee being a member of a protected class. The protected classes are race, sex,... View More
I am a kidney transplant coordinator for a hospital. Hospital has just started a bone marrow transplant program and has created "transplant coordinator" job titles averaging about 15,000 dollars more than my position which is classified as "nurse clinician".
answered on Nov 26, 2023
In Missouri, what you describe is not unlawful on its face. Your employer cannot discriminate based upon your membership in a protected class, such as race or national origin, but an employer generally need not be fair or nice. I don’t know if the skills for the position differ. Even if they... View More
I was offered a position. I was told we were waiting on paperwork to process so I could get finger printed. I texted multiple people for weeks and was assured everything was good to go. Here they hired two of us and lied to me for weeks in case the other candidate didn't fall through. I lost... View More
answered on Nov 23, 2023
While that is unprofessional, it isn't illegal. Since the job is almost certainly at-will employment, the employer could discharge you immediately after being hired without any reason with no liability. As a result, there is no basis for a claim. There could be an exception if you were able to... View More
if I put in a time off request for a medical reason and then my manager puts it on an Outlook calendar with multiple groups of employees out with the reason for post-op recovery, is that breaking any laws?
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answered on Sep 27, 2023
Disclosing medical information without consent may be a breach of privacy. Laws such as HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) govern how medical information can be shared but usually apply to healthcare providers, not employers. However, there may be state laws or company... View More
I submitted my request for my job pay scale and found I was below the minimum. When I escalated it up, I was told they have no time frame to increase. Do I have any case or just cut my losses and leave?
answered on Sep 18, 2023
Pay scales are not mandatory from a legal standpoint. While I would think that an employer would not want to have folks being paid less than whatever pay scale they have set for a position, there is no legal basis to force the issue that I am aware of in the state of Missouri.
I submitted my request for my job pay scale and found I was below the minimum. When I escalated it up, I was told they have no time frame to increase. Do I have any case or just cut my losses and leave?
answered on Sep 26, 2023
There may not be any legal recourse, but if you are a member of a protected class, including race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, or sexual orientation, it may be worth questioning why you are paid less than the published pay scale. If you have suspicions, consult with an... View More
The citizen said that she has pictures of me coming home during the day. I do at lunch but that is all. The mayor is unable to produce the pictures
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answered on Sep 13, 2023
First, review your work schedule and ensure that your actions are in line with your employment policies. If you have a designated lunch break, using it appropriately is important.
Document your daily activities, including your lunch breaks and any work-related trips. This documentation can... View More
My employer is mandating that people come into the office Mon/Wed. Supervisors who don't report absences are subject to that day being considered a PTO day as well as being considered a PTO day for the subordinate above the original.
Is this legal in St. Louis, MO?
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answered on Aug 28, 2023
In many states, employers have the discretion to set policies regarding the use of paid time off (PTO) and how it's managed. If your employer has a policy in place that requires supervisors to report absences of subordinates and penalizes them with PTO for not doing so, it may be within their... View More
when being layed off I asked if my health insurance will still be active and I received a verbal yes same day I was informed of being laid off. I never received any emails or letters in the mail or phone calls to inform me my insurance was being discontinued. Ended up following up with doctors and... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
If you chose to continue your health insurance coverage under COBRA and timely paid your premiums, your claim would be for breach of contract against your health insurance company, the contract being the health insurance policy.
I have had to miss work because of a serious medical condition. My boss said it was okay, and then weeks later expressed concern about my attendance. I've never been given any warnings, and my boss said there is no attendance policy in place. Can I be fired for attendance under these circumstances?
answered on Aug 24, 2023
You answered your own question when you acknowledged that Missouri is an at-will employment state. At-will employees may be discharged at any time for any reason or no reason at all.
I have a non-compete that was signed in 2019. It is for a period of two years after I leave the company. I am currently considering a move to a much smaller company in the same industry. I will not be in the same position I am now and I will not be sharing any information about my current... View More
answered on Aug 23, 2023
No attorney can possibly provide any meaningful information regarding a non-compete - or any contract for that matter - without reading it in its entirety. Whether or not the position you are considering would violate the terms of the non-compete is very fact-specific. What I can tell you is that... View More
I did talk to unemployment when I started to file and they said if I physically could not work I would not qualify but if I physically could then I would qualify but I think my work is trying to fight it now since I asked for an exemption so I don't have to look for a job while on leave.
answered on Aug 13, 2023
You are not entitled to unemployment benefits while on FMLA. The reason being, that you are not unemployed - you are still attached with your employer. Whoever you spoke with at the Missouri Division of Employment Security was wrong or didn’t fully grasp what you were asking.
The new prosthetic was going to take about 4 weeks to get and my manager was informed. I just recently told him I would be able to come back next week and he has hired other people. I'm not on disability any longer and this job was very helpful with me working and being disabled. Can I file... View More
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answered on Aug 6, 2023
Losing your job due to the need for a prosthetic could raise legal issues related to disability discrimination. You may also be eligible to file for unemployment benefits, and I recommend consulting with an attorney to evaluate the specific details of your situation to ensure all your rights are... View More
So when I finally received my new prosthetic my boss told me he couldn't wait and had to hire someone else. He told let's play it by ear and that he might be able to get me a couple nights at the door. I was working 5 days a week in the kitchen and the job I was doing was built around me... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2023
Multiple questions here. First possible discrimination by failing to provide a reasonable accommodation to a physically handicaped employee. Next, possible violation of the Family and Medical Leave act, if you were employed for over a year and worked over 1250 hours during that time. Finally, an... View More
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