Get free answers to your Employment Law legal questions from lawyers in your area.
I had to go part time at my previous job due to having to leave to go get my son from school daily because he has dyslexia and goes to a special school. I asked to take my lunch break at 3:30 but was told I couldn’t. There was another employee that was able to leave and take her lunch break at... View More 
How much money does Alabama have to pay back to the federal government condering there requiring Alabama residency to pay them known as overpayment, when it was funded by federal money is Alabama pay it back where it came from, I was forginven for my federal ppp loans 1st and 2nd and my taxes are... View More
During the pandemic when receiving the 600 dollars, why is Alabama getting all those funds and the amount of the normal State unemployment? I was asked to pay Alabama the federal unemployment money to Alabama is that normal?
I also hold a job and my employer is sponsoring my visa, I want to start a side business along with my job and want to know how to proceed legally in that.
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Nov 15, 2024
Starting a business while on F1 OPT requires careful attention to legal requirements. Your OPT status primarily allows work related to your field of study, which fits well with your electrical engineering background. However, you must ensure your business adheres to USCIS regulations and... View More
Running water or bathrooms. They told her to use the gas station down the street. Does she have a case against them
My employer did not dispute my claim in the time allowed for my claim and I assume they understand they are in the wrong with all the issues acurring, what should I do
Since then she has gone behind my back and asked other workers in the facility about me and filed complaints saying i dont talk to people well even though i have only bee following the facilites regulations and done so in a professional manner. Its reached a point where i feel targeted and... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Oct 16, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Start by documenting all interactions with your coworker, including dates, times, and details of conversations or incidents. Keep records of any complaints she has filed and any responses you've given. This evidence will be valuable if... View More
Vehicle was on monthly payment and was repossessed for 30 days behind , purchase was not linked to business contractor owned. Was told I wasn't fired or layed off but had to find a way to get to work
answered on Sep 19, 2024
GA is always confusing. If you are a 1099, you are not an employee, you are an independent contractor and none of the employee protections apply to you. However, you may be misclassified as an IC by the employer, which can be a big financial benefit to them. They don't have to payroll... View More
The rule specifically states “ Students who fail in the curriculum or who are suspended or dismissed may not claim failure due to disability if they have not previously identified the disability and requested reasonable accommodations in advance of the curricular failure”. I have a well... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Aug 31, 2024
It can be challenging to navigate this situation, but you should know that your school may be on shaky legal ground with such a rule. Disability law, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requires institutions to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. If you... View More
on May 15 2024 I had a drug screening through work quest diagnostics was the lab they use i did not receive my results until June 12 2024 due to being misplaced June the 15th i had a meeting and got fired for results that was wrong so what happened with my specimens also others have my toxicology... View More
answered on Jul 9, 2024
Typically, after a lab test is completed, any remaining specimen is discarded. If someone other than you, your employer, and the lab have a copy of your toxicology report, ask that person how they obtained it. You might need to report the lab or your employer for a HIPAA violation to HHS. They... View More
I worked for a company which was placed in a location primarily different race than myself. I went on medical leave and when it was ok’d for me to return to work. The location that my company was at asked my work to not allow my return. That I was no longer allowed there. I haven’t done... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 21, 2024
I understand you're in a difficult situation and feel you may have experienced racial discrimination at work. Here are some steps you could consider taking:
1. Document everything:
- Write down all relevant dates, events, and conversations
- Gather any evidence you have... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 16, 2024
In general, it is a good practice for employers to obtain written consent from employees before using their photos on social media or for other promotional purposes, even if not legally required. This helps protect the employer from potential legal issues and respects the employees' rights to... View More
What can we do if the employer isn’t giving me the paystubs
The old employer is asking to sign a document which shows that we are lending the money from them, and once we sign the document then only they will be sending the pay stubs
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 28, 2024
If your employer is not providing paystubs, which are crucial for H1B visa transfer, it's essential to understand your rights and possible actions. Federal and state laws in the U.S. generally require employers to provide employees with pay statements, detailing earnings and deductions. If an... View More
I have few questions that need to ask I think I was hired by a company under false pretense so the could keep their accreditation and potential fire me and my wife while they keep their accreditation and frauding the alabama.
answered on Apr 11, 2024
An Alabama attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. This question could be difficult for attorneys to respond to with a simple and quick direct answer. Attorneys would probably want to set up a consult discuss the matter and the reason for your suspicion. Good luck
I was on work release in limestone co.,after my statutory deductions have been made the jail took 25percent against my original gross wages that do not exist and they didn't receive a check for from my net pay that they did,here's the discrepancy if I get paid by w2 & another... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Mar 8, 2024
The situation you've described raises important questions about how deductions from wages are handled for individuals on work release, especially in the context of how gross and net pay are treated. If deductions are made from your gross wages after statutory deductions (like taxes) have... View More
Wife's company is now requiring them to use an app on their phone to sign into the computers. They do not reimburse for cell phone bill or provide a company phone. Is this allowed, and if she refuses to use her phone for work (as they aren't covering the bill) can she be fired with reason?
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jan 30, 2024
In Alabama, there are no specific laws that require employers to reimburse employees for the use of personal cell phones for work-related purposes. However, this area can be complex and might intersect with federal laws or guidelines. If an employer requires the use of a personal cell phone for... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Dec 20, 2023
If you are facing workplace challenges due to a disability in Alabama, where your boss assigns tasks that are known to be difficult for you and then harasses you when you cannot complete them, it may constitute employment discrimination based on disability. Federal laws such as the Americans with... View More
Resisting arrest, obstructing gov op and poss 2 conviction is on a friends record and it’s preventing him from working. Can he seal it? He has been in no trouble since then and it was his first time getting into anything with the police involved. He’s an upstanding citizen and was even in the... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Dec 14, 2023
In Alabama, the process for sealing a criminal record, often referred to as expungement, is available for certain misdemeanor offenses. However, the eligibility for expungement depends on various factors, including the nature of the offense, the time that has passed since the conviction, and the... View More
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Sep 20, 2023
In Alabama, there is no direct statute that dictates how supervisors can communicate with employees outside of regular working hours. However, it's essential to consider the implications of such practices on one's work-life balance. If your employment agreement or company policies have... View More
For copyright questions
Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Sep 11, 2023
If your former employer is using your images without your explicit consent and it was not stipulated in your employment contract that they could use your images for marketing purposes, you may have grounds to object to this use. Your right to object might be based on your copyright in the images... View More
Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.
The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.
Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.
