The tort of slander prohibits someone from publishing or making a false statement or defamatory statement, known to be false. So while you could make a claim against the customer, a matter of opinion isn’t going to help you if that’s the customers opinion. How would you ever prove the customer... View More

The terms of your independent contractor agreement will dictate what the obligation is of the company to pay you. Beyond that obviously if you’re not paid money that you’re due pursuing to contractual agreement then of course you can pursue legal action. But we would need more fax to determine... View More

That’s the whole purpose of the FMLA. The prohibits interference with your rights to have off time and so if the corrective action is related to you missing time, then it’s improper, but that one incident alone isn’t enough to make a legal claim without more but you certainly can voice your... View More

If the automatic deduction for lunch that you did not take results in you losing pay, that would be otherwise overtime hours there is clearly a violation of the fair labor standards act.

But there’s also a violation of the fair labor, standard act and department of labor regulations if... View More

It appears that your employer is willing to rectify the situation. So your only harm would be if you had to seek out medical treatment in the past, and had to pay out-of-pocket because you were not covered. I would suggest you discuss that with your employer before resorting to legal action.... View More

If you believe there are other reasons for your termination, other than a financial reason by your employer, then I suggest you consult with your employer. As an employee at Will, you can be terminated for any reason at any time, and your employer has no obligation to provide you two weeks of work.

Generally speaking, if you’re working for a private employer, they can do what they want. If you had a contract at guaranteed you income, then I think you have a potential claim.

Your title, as a manager, has no bearing on whether you’re entitled to overtime under the fair labor standards act. The question is whether you meet an exemption under the law based upon facts. For instance, if you are a salaried employee and supervise two or more full-time employees and direct... View More

It’s hard to answer this question when I don’t really understand the facts of what you mean. Employer can fire employee unless they have an employment contract for any reason whatsoever but anytime they want to. This would be in the private sector. An employee in the public sector would have... View More

Additionally the injured person will make a claim against your employer. But if there’s any employment law issues aside from work comp such as not being paid for this time or other overtime consult an employment lawyer

An owner of a restaurant not may not take the tips of its tipped employees

If you need any help reach out to me or any other employment lawyer

You should be paid for all hours worked and at rates which are both consistent with the FLSA, and florida wage law and per any contractual promise. You have rights. Find a wage and hour lawyer or reach out to us. Most wage and hour employees, employment lawyers will be glad to review all of... View More

Generally such agreements are enforceable. But you are asking for legal advice re a contract and document and as such you should review with an attorneys and get paid legal advice. Challenging it will require review and perhaps research and legal time and then specific legal advice. I suggest... View More

Well certainly that sounds like there would be something to question both by the MD who prescribed it, the pharmacy who filled it and the manufacturer. Glad to explore the facts, but clearly you need to provide more information to me or any other lawyer to really be able to determine if there is a... View More

You can Ask them if they will waive their fee lien. But if they incurred advanced costs on your behalf they should be reimbursed upon a settlement, but again they can waive it too.

All you can do is ask

If you mean you are receiving disability wages and receiving pay so being paid more than you are owed or would receive if working or just on disability then there would be an error on either the employer or Insurance company’s part.

Another good reason you should retain a lawyer.

You will not have to pay fees. However, you could be obligated for any advanced costs. You will need to read your contract. Many lawyers have agreements that say no fee or costs unless recovery. Your lawyer may have a lien though against any future claim pursued through litigation and... View More

No you will not. However you should discuss your options for a lump sum settlement in the Worker’s Compensation case with an attorney. If you die or become disabled because of another accident or injury or simply pass on there’s no value in the case is over. Plus you can settle now and reap the... View More

Well if an earlier diagnosis would have precluded the need for surgery then there could be an instance of medical negligence to file a claim. More facts are needed to know whether the earlier detection of the infection would have precluded the need for surgery.

If she was approved for FMLA as indicated, she would have a good claim for FMLA interference with rights, and potentially a retaliation claim. Based upon these facts, it is a claim worth obtaining legal representation. You can contact me or anyone else who handles employment claims, and some will... View More