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Paying out unused vacation time upon separation of employment. I live in Ohio. I believe they have to pay it since there is no policy. Correct?
answered on Jul 1, 2019
Unfortunately, that is not the case. Vacation time is not guaranteed to be paid out like wages are. An Ohio employment attorney may be able to help you to recover them though. Some will offer free initial consultations.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
My prior employer wrote an employment contract that included a base as well as an $800 per mo draw against future commissions for a (minimum of 18 months) however after less than 6 months he just came to me and said that he was going to do away with the draw against commission all together. When I... View More 
answered on May 14, 2019
This would likely be more a breach of contract, which the EEOC would not look at. Unless there is some other discrimination occurring that is not mentioned, you would only be able to bring suit in state court. You should speak with an employment law attorney as soon as possible to discuss your... View More
so there premiums don't go up can they do that.
answered on May 1, 2019
They could ask that, but it is suspicious behavior. That could be seen as attempting to dissuade your husband from workers' compensation, which is illegal. You and your husband should contact an employment law attorney as soon as possible and discuss your claim in more detail. Some will... View More
ER decided to "end our employment relationship". Currently negotiating separation package. My disability experience with the ER has not been positive & they want me to sign away my rights to talk about them. I don't think that's fair and I think it should have substantial... View More
answered on Mar 18, 2019
If you believe you have been discriminated against because of your disability, you would probably benefit from speaking with an employment law attorney before accepting any severance agreement. Some attorneys will offer a free initial consultation.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
answered on Feb 8, 2019
If your employer did so, it could be FMLA retaliation. You should speak with an employment law attorney as soon as possible to discuss your situation in more detail. Some will offer free initial consultations.
Attorney James J Hux
Hux Law Firm LLC
this is going on the second payday that they refuse to pay me
answered on Jan 23, 2019
You should contact an employment law attorney as soon as possible. It is not clear if you already left or not, but your employer should have paid you on the date of the soonest pay period. Some attorneys will offer a free initial consultation.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
answered on Jan 22, 2019
The best way for you to find out is to speak with an employment law attorney about your situation in more detail. Some will offer a free initial consultation.
Attorney James J Hux
Hux Law Firm LLC
He turned the water on for inspection(knowing it might have frozen or busted water pipes)He had the water company turn the water on without planning on being there for several hours. There was over $4000 in water damage plus I will have to replace the flooring. Do I have a case? Can he be made to... View More
answered on Jan 14, 2019
You could potentially have a case against him based on negligence or a breach of duty. The only way to know for sure is to contact an attorney and discuss your situation in more detail.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
my employer like so many talked to me disrespectfully from the beginning but with the At Will law I know they can treat me however they want
In this case the employer had not disposed of medical waste for months and when I wouldn't sit with it threw a bio waste can at me .. Supervisor... View More
answered on Jan 12, 2019
Your employer could potentially be fined, but one thing to consider is if your employer terminated you in retaliation for your report. For that, you should contact an employment law attorney to discuss your situation in more detail.
Attorney James J Hux
Hux Law Firm LLC
answered on Dec 11, 2018
You could potentially still file a claim for workers' compensation against your employer. You should speak with a workers' compensation attorney to see if you have a viable case.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
My place of employment just notified everyone they will be closing for less than a week over holidays. I am out of PTO/vacation and was told by HR I will now be paid a hourly wage instead of my weekly salary. My contact states a yearly wage & upon receiving this hourly pay I will be almost $600... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2018
You would have to discuss the full details with an attorney, but it could potentially be a breach of contract issue. Some attorneys will offer a free initial consultation.
Attorney James J. Hux
Hux Law Firm, LLC
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