I signed into my job as an EECS Undergraduate Learning Assistant at Oregon State University, where there was a max of 20 hours per week upon joining the team. Now, the first day of school, the maximum hours have dropped to about 10 hours per week per student, but specifically 7 hours per week per... View More 
answered on Sep 28, 2020
One question will be whether you had a contract for the higher rate. Or was the 2019-20 contract separate and finished and now you have a new contract for 2020-21.
Other questions include whether you have an due process rights.
Pull together all of the "contract"... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2020
If you'd like, you may E-mail me with the following information:
Who is the lawyer?
What did the lawyer do wrong?
When did you discover the lawyer harmed you?
What is the dollar value of the harm?
Jeff Merrick
merrick@jeffmerrick.com
I told her I didnt think she could do that. I also told her that I was going to start sending out resumes. She called me into her office and presented me with my last check and told me her attorney would be contacting me with a severance package. I asked her if she was firing me and she said no,... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2020
You, too, ought to get a lawyer.
Your question raises issues of whether your medical condition or any disability caused her to prevent you from going to work. Did they try to work with you about your medication.
Also, it raises the question of the real reason she wanted to get... View More
My boyfriend is worried because he isn’t insured and he’s scared that he’s going to get in trouble . He’s had a bad headache since then and he doesn’t have health insurance .
answered on Nov 14, 2019
There are many things to tell someone who was in an collision caused by someone else.
He should contact an attorney. There are many steps to take right away to preserve and enhance rights. Yes, not having insurance may limit what he can recover from the other side.
Also, he... View More
I was told 1000$ for not making us take 15 minute breaks and for not keeping a record of it ? Can I make him pay me 30min for everyday I didn't get a lunch ? If so how how many shifts can I make him pay me for ?
answered on Aug 22, 2019
Greetings,
I recommend you check with Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries.
Jeff Merrick
https://oregonlitigationattorney.com
I didn't receive any online paystubs for my direct deposit the entire time my employer used this online payroll company . He switched companies and got a new computer , him and his friend that switched out computers , put up a bunch of security cameras all over the resteraunt. I find this... View More
answered on Aug 22, 2019
Greetings,
This sounds very bad.
I might be willing to help, but first I need to know who is the employer and owner of the business. Also, where you worked and when this all happened.
Jeff Merrick
merrick@jeffmerrick.com
503-665-4234
answered on Jul 10, 2019
It's always hard to give an answer without all the circumstances.
Nevertheless, what you describe does not sound legal.
Who is the employer?
When did you start working for the employer?
What was your job?
Why did they say they fired you?
Do... View More
An at fault party's insurance company has neglected to reimburse for car rentals, which they agreed to pay for, or provide any closure. Even with police report (which I had to provide at my own expense) and video evidence it took almost 2 months to accept liability. One month after having my... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2018
If your question is whether your county has jurisdiction over the insurer, odds are it does.
If you can't find the insurer's proper address with the Secretary of State's business registry, try the State Insurance Division.
It might be worth buying an hour of a... View More
This is working with menially disabled adults. During the clocked out hours of 2200-0600 no pay is reserved. Is there a way for a company to work around laws that may prohibit such actions. What are the steps that should be taken if this is illegal.
answered on Nov 15, 2018
If you are paid by the hour (as compared to a legitimately salaried employee) then, if the employer wants you on the premises, it must pay you.
Good luck,
Jeff
HR was already informed that I had to go to ER twice over rising blood pressure. I shared that I may have to go back to normal/initial job requirements before additional hours were added. I was told to come in and get FMLA paperwork and one hour later I was issued a formal dismissal via email... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2018
Your question raises several issues, including whether you have a "disability" and whether the employer had a duty to work with you to see if it could accommodate your disability.
If you want to chat, feel free to call.
Jeff Merrick
503-665-4234
https://www.oregonlitigationattorney.com
Employed for 7 years no write ups or Warnings entire time until 3 days prior given written and verbal warning at same time for same effects
answered on Aug 20, 2018
The big question is WHY is the employer treating you differently?
If the reason is illegal, then you have a case. Illegal reasons include, race, gender, retaliation for certain activities, etc.
If you want to chat, feel free to call
Jeff Merrick... View More
The ck bounced and it was not for gambling this was ther way my time is up and i took the class but they will not let me com back one person dose not like me and has repeatedly said a lot of bad things about
answered on Dec 20, 2011
Dear Oregonian,
An employer does not have to be correct when it decides to suspend or fire an employee; it only has to avoid illegal conduct. If the employer believes you did something it does not like, it can fire you, so long at it was not protected activity, such as complaining to OSHA... View More
I also had reported to the office liason my thoughts about boss getting pricing from family members, re: printing for marketing info, etc. I have not received my 1st qtr commission bonus, and my pay wasn't received until 5 days after my dismissal. do I have a case?
answered on Dec 15, 2011
Dear Fired,
I just found your June posting. Here are the quick answers:
1. Oregon has strict time limits on when a person must be paid after termination. You might have had a claim.
2. If you have not asked for your personnel file, you should, and see what is in there.... View More
It almost feels like i was wrongfully terminated. My supervisor as well didn't know about the demotion until 20 minutes after it happened. What can I do to fight this.
answered on Dec 9, 2011
First, request your personnel file. You have a right to it.
Next, try to figure out WHY the employer took this action against you. If because of performance, then no case. If for some illegal reason, then, maybe a case.
Jeff Merrick, Oregon Trial Attorney
Injury &... View More
I see there are two case files where the Jack in the box has been sued for similar reasons. Also this would be a class action lawsuit.
answered on Dec 9, 2011
One way is to contact the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries. Another way is to contact an attorney.
Jeff Merrick, Oregon Trial Attorney
Injury & Employment Law
http://www.jeffmerrick.com 503-665-4234
The above is not legal advice. I cannot give you sound... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2011
The issue is this. Is the worker not telling the truth about his injury. Is he defrauding anyone? If he knee has a problem that prevents him from working, then who cares what he does sitting down, whether it is gambling, sleeping or watching T.V. Are his off-work activities inconsistent with... View More
The lady who hit me was reading a sign and ran into me
answered on Dec 9, 2011
It sure sounds like it was her fault, and you would have a claim for the dollar value of losses. You may contact me for further discussion.
Jeff Merrick, Oregon Trial Attorney
Injury & Employment Law
http://www.jeffmerrick.com 503-665-4234
The above is not legal... View More
answered on Dec 9, 2011
In Oregon, there's a good chance that a firing in retaliation for refusing to perform illegal acts is, itself illegal. As to the harassment, call the police. Feel free to contact me.
Jeff Merrick, Oregon Trial Attorney
Injury & Employment... View More
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