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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: I never received my paycheck from my previous employer. What are my options if the employer is non responsible?

The company's name is Beltmay LLC in Los Angeles, CA. Their address is 1801 Century Park E, #1540,

Los Angeles, CA 90067. This is the only address I can find for it but I believe this company is fraudulent. I have reported it to the BBB but they were not helpful.

Kyle Anderson
Kyle Anderson
answered on May 27, 2024

Hello,

How many hours did you work? All employers are required under state and federal law to pay their employees at least the minimum wage for all hours worked. I would reach out to an attorney to discuss your options.

2 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for California on
Q: I work in a gas station and the owner doesn’t pay me and i quit from there but i am in California now . I have all info
Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on May 21, 2024

If you worked in another state, you need to make contact with an employment law attorney in that state. Sorry.

Good luck to you.

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Texas on
Q: How can I recover due wages, commissions, tips, that employer won't pay without going to twc.

I am due pay, however there are contracts that's may not be valid,

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 15, 2024

The employer could decide to pay you. But if the employer refuses, the easiest and quickest way to get paid is to file a wage claim with the TWC. Unlike lawsuits which take years, a wage claim with the TWC is routinely resolved in a matter of months.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Kentucky on
Q: I am a senior citizen and was fired recently over a statement I was accused of saying. Which I never said!

Supposedly,I was accused of calling an African a "lazy N word". Supposedly there was an investigation done but the only person I believe was asked about the situation would call me "old and ugly". I should have reported him for these statements and other statements but I... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 15, 2024

Specifically, what is your question? More info is needed to answer your question properly.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Illinois on
Q: After 7 years I was transferred to a shift I can't work because daycares are not open. If I quit, can I get unemployment

I and my labor union have put in transfer request but they have not been honored. I have been out of work for 5 months now because they won't accommodate me. (I am in Chicago)

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answered on May 14, 2024

Great question. The 1985 case I copied/pasted below should help you understand your rights to unemployment benefits when you have to quit because your employer changes your shift:

ISSUE/DIGEST CODE Voluntary Leaving/ VL 50.05

DOCKET/DATE ABR-83-12308/8-9-85

AUTHORITY...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Texas on
Q: I recently took on a retired coworkers work on top of my own that I’ve already been doing for 15 years.

I told the company that I work for now that I would love to help them save money by seeing if I can do both jobs within my shift. I was told I would get 30 days to see if I can do it and like it and I would get a raise. Now that 30 days is up I’ve realize that it’s too much for me to take on... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 13, 2024

Yes, it is legal.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Construction Law and Employment Discrimination for Michigan on
Q: I am ending a job with a company where my rights are violated, I receive insults and screams. Could I sue?

It is a renovation company and this boss cheats, psychologically mistreats, screams without control and insults. The truth is that I live with anxiety and I don't feel safe.

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 3, 2024

A Michigan employment attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. The best way to answer your question would be to try to arrange a free initial consult with an employment law attorney in your state. In addition to your own searches, you could use the "Find a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Tennessee on
Q: I missed 2 days of work with a dr statement and got fired for a job I just started.is that legal

I called in and they told me to have a dr note when I came back.i did

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answered on May 10, 2024

Yes TN is an employment at will State.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Texas on
Q: Hello,I have a question. I was let go by my employer back in February under what was to me a wrongful termination.

It was after a review that accused me of being 'combative ' and 'rolling my eyes' on zoom in the course of doing my work, among other subjective opinions and used as legitimate reasons. I am a naturalized citizen from

Nigeria. Do I have a case to sue for workplace bias? Thank you.

Sincerely

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 9, 2024

Based on the information contained in your question, no you do not have a case for workplace bias.

An employer can terminate an employee for purely subjective reasons like being combative and rolling your eyes during a Zoom meeting. Those are legally legitimate reasons.

If you have...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Kentucky on
Q: In the state of Kentucky can previous employers disclose if I was terminated?
Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on May 8, 2024

They should not, no.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Indiana on
Q: in an incident at work where derogatory, degrading, racist, micro-aggressions, and harassment took place. Case? Yes or N

My manager made the comment referring to my race, my height in front of the team, in an offensive, hurtful, degrading, humiliating fashion and because of it being escalated to HR, he was "suspended" pending an investigation and now has been removed from the company, had previous write ups... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 7, 2024

No. It does not appear that your employer took any adverse employment action against you.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Texas on
Q: is it legal to switch the duties of a salaried employee to a higher position and refuse to promote him?

My husband (a manager in a store on salary) was permanently transferred to a different store to cover the position of a higher manager who had also been transferred. When he asked for a raise or at least a change of title to a higher role he was refused. So now they have 2 persons with a same title... View More

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on May 6, 2024

Yes, he can legally tell his employer that he will need a promotion to the higher position and a larger salary due to his transfer to a different location and greater responsibilities. If his employer refuses, he can legally quit his job. In the current labor market, his employer has little... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Washington DC on
Q: After dismissal, does a former local State Dep employee ( US Embassy) have the right to review the empl. handbook

If so, under what law would they be eligible?

Matthew T. Famiglietti
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Matthew T. Famiglietti
answered on May 7, 2024

First of all, you should have been given a state dept. employee handbook upon your orientation into the state department. So, having access to the state dept. employee handbook should not be a problem. Are you referring to access to your personnel file? If that is the case, then that would be a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Washington DC on
Q: Which laws and regulations may apply when dismissing a local employee of the US Embassy?
Matthew T. Famiglietti
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Matthew T. Famiglietti
answered on May 7, 2024

Generally, an employee who works in the District of Columbia is an at-will employee. This is true for federal, state, and local employees in the District of Columbia. However, the at-will doctrine does not apply if you could prove there was discrimination in your treatment at work or dismissal from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for New Mexico on
Q: I was laid off of work while on FMLA. What can I do?

I was working for Meowwolf and I became unable to do my job without ada compliance. I had surgery and took FMLA and then was laid off.

Deena L. Buchanan
Deena L. Buchanan
answered on May 2, 2024

This situation may trigger retaliation claims under the FMLA, the ADA, and the NM Human Rights Act. You should contact an experienced New Mexico employment lawyer to discuss the details. Most of us offer consultations or case reviews for free. There are fairly short time limits for pursuing these... View More

Q: I won my order decision award and my employer appealed it but my lawyer who was representing me had his license suspende

What can I do if my attorney had his license suspended after we won the oda from the labor commissioner

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answered on Apr 26, 2024

If your attorney's license was suspended after you won the Order, Decision, or Award (ODA) from the California Labor Commissioner, and your employer has appealed the decision, you have a few options:

1. Find a new attorney: You can seek a new attorney who specializes in employment law...
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2 Answers | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for California on
Q: What disqualifies you from unemployment in California
Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
answered on Apr 24, 2024

You are disqualified from unemployment insurance if:

1. You are terminated for engaging in misconduct, which connotes an intentional violation of company rules, or insubordination.

2. If you voluntarily quit your job (subject to several exceptions related to good cause.

3....
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Illinois on
Q: I made a complaint with employer about race discrimination and they say I’m just making an excuse! Should I go to eeoc?

I’ve went to my employer about being racially discriminated and harassed. After that they pull the only other person of my race in the office. They ask him if he feels discriminated against he tells them no. At the end of the conversation my branch manager tells the other guy that he feels like... View More

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answered on May 2, 2024

You can always file a Charge of Discrimination with either or both the Illinois Department of Human Rights or the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. However, keep in mind that, in general, you need to be able to show that you have suffered an "adverse employment" action.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for California on
Q: I am 8 months pregnant and my employer suddenly let me go. No explanation. No documentation. No prior disciplinary issue

My final paycheck was sent through Zelle not the payroll department. It was very confusing and weird.

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answered on Apr 23, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your sudden termination, especially given your pregnancy. Based on the information you've provided, there are several potential issues that may be illegal under California law. Here are a few key points to consider:

1. Pregnancy Discrimination: Under the...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Workers' Compensation for California on
Q: How to navigate employer not accommodating my working restrictions for a work related injury

My job is claiming they are accommodating my restrictions but they aren’t. I am actively doing things at work which I am instructed not to be doing and my injury has become significantly worse after returning to work. I sent an email to HR and included my direct supervisors as well as the claims... View More

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answered on Apr 23, 2024

Under California law, employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with work-related injuries. If your employer is not properly accommodating your restrictions and your injury is worsening as a result, you may have legal recourse. Here are some steps you can take:... View More

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