I’m 20 weeks pregnant, and my job is trying to find ways to fire me. They are trying to create a paper trail for reason to fire me. I made my job aware of my pregnancy when i was around 8 or 9 weeks pregnant. Before then I had no issues. I’ve been at my job for almost 11yrs without ever being... View More 
answered on Apr 24, 2019
No they can't. You should notify HR. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
I go into customer’s homes and measure rooms for my employer. I am employed full time with benefits but I get paid per “measure” ($16) and not by the hour. To be clear, I work for my company and am not an independent contractor. I get a W2 and benefits from them.
I often only... View More
answered on Apr 22, 2019
Do you receive a w2 or a 1099 at the end of the year? In other words, are you working for the company or "working for yourself". Sounds like there may be misclassification if that is the case. It depends on the structure of the employment but is sounds like there may be violations as you... View More
I have a non-compete signed stating I can't work for any entity or business that competes with the Business, what exactly is this, how can I distinguish what line of business my ex-company is at?
answered on Mar 19, 2019
It depends of factors related to what type of business you are in and a review of the non-compete itself.
I received bonus and salary increase numbers which were lower than expected given excellent performance and no disciplinary issues. Because manager did not have details on the numbers, I requested a letter from HR that would specify the numbers and the details including how the numbers were... View More
answered on Mar 12, 2019
Why do you believe there is discrimination, compared to others? Further information is required. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
answered on Feb 23, 2019
What was their basis for the termination? Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
answered on Dec 27, 2018
Yes, that is a form of sexual harassment. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
Can this still qualify as sexual harassment?
answered on Dec 11, 2018
What kind of comments? That is considered a form of harassment. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
I'm not an actual employee?
answered on Dec 4, 2018
It doesn't matter if you are an intern, sexual harassment is still illegal. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
sue over it?
answered on Dec 4, 2018
yes. even if you are not working at the time and off-site. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
Isn’t that considered putting me in a hostile workplace?
answered on Nov 27, 2018
Yes, it could be. Are you still reporting to him? What the extent of the sexual harassment? Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
They say it's to keep costs down, but how isn't that age discrimination?
answered on Nov 21, 2018
Are they terminating older employees? It could be age discrimination.
I have been working overtime every week up until now. Is there anything I can do to get the pay I'm entitled to?
answered on Nov 12, 2018
Consider a consultation for a case evaluation. There could potentially be claims for pregnancy related violations.
to them, would this documentation hold up in court? Wouldn't it just be my word against his if he denies them?
answered on Nov 12, 2018
Documentation is not necessarily required if there is a hostile work environment based sexual comments and conduct. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
requirement that's contingent on an offer of employment?
answered on Nov 5, 2018
It depends on the circumstances in which you agreed to arbitrate and when. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
sue my employer directly and avoid pre-litigation mediation at my workplace?
answered on Nov 5, 2018
Yes, there are ways to address the matter without going directly to HR. How long has it been? Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
He also has slanderized my name in our industry. And sent me sexual, inappropriate messages regarding sexual orientation and other things.
answered on Nov 2, 2018
You should consult with an attorney. Its improper and illegal for him to do that. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
him for sexual harassment?
answered on Oct 29, 2018
Yes. That could still be a form of sexual harassment and hostile work environment. What is he doing that is harassing?
Further information is required. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
answered on Oct 25, 2018
Yes, it could be a form of age discrimination. Consider a consultation if you have further questions.
still required to wear one?
answered on Oct 19, 2018
Is it part of their uniform? What industry are you in? Food service/bar? It could be perceived as discriminatory. Further information is required. Consider a consultation for a case evaluation.
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