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all most everyone from co-workers to managers uses profanity on the floor and nothing has ever been said before I felt like I was being targeted and when they called me into the office to let me go nothing was read to me nor was I ask to sign anything I was only told that statements was sent to... View More 
answered on Apr 7, 2017
Hard to tell but if your being treated differently than other employees, maybe it is worth speaking to an attorney. Generally speaking, you have a case if discrimination is involved in the work place. Explore the facts by calling and speaking with an attorney.
answered on Apr 3, 2017
If your asking these types of questions you should have an experienced attorney help you through the process before the deadline is over but generally speaking yes.
answered on Mar 30, 2017
As a rule of thumb, less than 1 year. Speak to an attorney to make sure.
I called off on Monday to go to the hospital I have records showing I called and texted my night manager the next day the other night shift manager texted me asking if I was coming in I said yes but I will be late she said that was fine when I arrived to work my g.m walked in and printed out wright... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2017
Maybe, depends why you went to the hospital and what your doctor said. Speak to an attorney, you may have a case but all the facts need to be discussed.
On January 1st of this year, I lost my 20 year old to suicide while under the influence of drugs and I have not been able to go back to work due to the tragedy and depression.
I believe in this contract Centennial covered themselves and it indicates that the contract I signed voids the... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2017
You need to have the documents reviewed by an employment attorney. You need to take action before they make any decisions.
My employer suddenly terminated me without warning, and then further discussed my termination with another employee who was not management. I then learned that I was immediately replaced the very next day by a much younger personal friend of a tenured employee who is personal friends with the CEO.... View More
answered on Mar 20, 2017
The facts provided seem to show a potential case but really depends on where you worked and some clarification of facts. Best to meet with an attorney that can evaluate your case or help you in this situation.
answered on Mar 20, 2017
You can get an attorney to bring a case against them or just to contact them on your behalf. You can file your own claim as well in small claims court or in a wage theft commission.
Can I report him to management for sexual harassment?
I was terminated on the basis of:
I deleted e-mails (which I did not)
Errors found in my work.
Before my FMLA, I was continually praised for the work I was doing and completing.
answered on Feb 21, 2017
Seems like you do have a case, your employer cannot retaliate or interfere with your request for time off of work due under the FMLA.
Call an attorney, many offer free case evaluations.
My wife over heard a conversation about our home being sold at her job. She then calls our neighbor to inquire about what she had heard. The neighbor calls the landlord to inquire, this in turns makes the landlord mad at the one whom spoke of this at my wife's job. That person calls my... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2017
Based on what you provided here, which is not much, it does not seem as much of a case but if you want to be certain or know why, consult with an attorney.
I was involved in a terrible MVA at work and I am not sure if I can return to work. I am sure that my vehicle wasn't repaired properly causing me to get into my accident. I have several written vehicle service slips showing that I had concerned about the truck
answered on Feb 16, 2017
You need to speak to a workers compensation attorney as soon as possible. Many offer a free case evaluations.
I signed a agreement that if i quit i have to pay 5000$ as exchange for extensive training and other services.Since they have not started the training can i cancel the agreement and avoid paying the 5000$
answered on Feb 15, 2017
That is a hard to answer without reviewing the contract. Have an attorney review it before making a decision.
Verbally falsified the result stating it was positive when it's negative, I took pic as evidence can I sue?
answered on Feb 8, 2017
If you really have proof, you can talk to an attorney about bringing a case but be prepared to invest into your fight.
answered on Feb 6, 2017
This is very tuff question to answer without more specifics. Generally speaking yes. If you were hurt at work, you may need to file a workers compensation claim. Call an attorney before it is to late.
answered on Feb 6, 2017
Based on the information provided, it is hard to tell but it does seem like something is wrong here. If this is happening at work, you should call an employment attorney. If this is outside of work, speak to a criminal attorney. If you feel your life has been threatened, call 911.
Employer insisted I sign agreement on the day I was laid off to receive severance. I had no time to think about it and was stressed over the lay off. I've been told by others I should have had atleast 21 days to review the agreement; and even if I signed it, I should have had time to revoke... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2017
This is situation in which you really need to invest time with an attorney to review. Yes, generally if something is signed under duress, you can revoke it later but your most likely going to need to get an attorney involved and quickly. Did they offer you money? Do you have a case against them?... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2017
Something seems wrong with this. If your working and clocking in and out, you generally should be paid for every hour that you work. If not, speaking an attorney to help correct the problem.
I just resigned from my current job but was only able to give 9 days notice. They are now refusing to pay my accrued time because I didn't give 2 weeks! I have over $3500 worth of time. Is this legal?
answered on Jan 19, 2017
It depends on a few facts, did you earn the vacation time? Speak to an attorney to make sure.
collapsed at work. employer paid for time off and now is not letting me work but I'm not fired.
answered on Jan 19, 2017
Seems like you may have a case here. Unfortunately, it depends on more facts then your provided. Call an employment attorney for a free case evaluation.
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