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I gave his physical address paternity is established court order was made 2008 every time I contact local office I'm told wait 4-6 weeks or he has 45 days my son's autistic I do not work and need the non-costodistal to pay his part what can I do?
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answered on Jun 27, 2019
You can hire a private attorney to enforce the order.
He docked pay saying I took it from the register, but took more than the amount he said. He also already docked the previous paycheck the mentioned amount.
answered on Nov 23, 2018
You are owed for the wages earned and you can request payment of seek to hire a lawyer to get the wages for you. Give a demand for pay and if not seek advice of counsel
answered on Nov 17, 2018
If you company replaces you solely because of you not fitting a face or ethnicity that’s would be unlawful if no legitimate need.
Is that legal ?? I would think if they fail they would be fired also . Is that discrimination?
Although nothing has been stolen ,they are insinuating that I am a thief...of course I am black with dreadlocks & have been labeled far too much in my life the same way,& I'm sick of it I'm 45 yrs old,when does this Idiocracy stop? ...I believe this is racially rooted &... View More 
answered on Oct 24, 2018
Defamation generally requires some form of communication to a third person (someone other than yourself). This can be in the form of spoken words, social media post, email, letter, article, etc. An employment law attorney might be able to provide more meaningful insight about some of the other... View More
I was accused and my boss did not contact anyone
answered on Jun 15, 2018
You need to schedule an appointment to speak with a local attorney to discuss this, as there is not enough information in your post to answer your question.
I even had witnesses who wrote statements verifying that the OM was lying on me and a do anything to terminate me because I went over there heads and called corporate complaining and even told them that they were going to retaliate and terminate me.
answered on May 31, 2018
You may have a cause of action for retaliation. Please call my office to discuss your concerns further. 404.551.5333.
Had me sign papers for priveleges taking away for two years then fired me two weeks later. Saying investigation was not over. And i now cant be rehired. Do i have a case
Hello, I need some advice. My mom has a hearing over the phone today concerning her wrongful termination. We have no money for an attorney and she is at a loss. She is telling the truth, but its her word against the companies. They have made false allegations towards her and defamed her character.... View More
My district supervisor and my store manager offered a week paid vacation because I've been with them for 10 years. My employer doesn't offer the benefits to employees but it was granted to me because of my long term employment. Before I took the vacation I asked many times was my time... View More
My job scheduled me 5 hours to clean hotel rooms and sometimes it takes 6 or 7 hours, when I asked the manager (family owned hotel) about my hours she told me they only paid me for 5 hours and the extra time was basically free labor but when I stated if I'm not finished in 5 hours am I suppose... View More
I feel so small and ashamed to go back to work.what should i do?
answered on Nov 6, 2017
I don't see any violation of laws or discrimination in anyway as that term applies to protect the classifications and civil rights. You should do whatever you feel is in your best interest but I don't see that your employer has violated any laws I don't see any violation of laws or... View More
The company I work for is very small with only 9 employees. There is no HR or management structure, only the owner of the company who is the one making the sexist remarks.
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answered on Aug 15, 2017
Due to the small number of employees, he can get away with some boorish, infantile conduct. Call this attorney.
Gwyn Newsom. 706-324-4900
Tell her William Head referred you. She may have an answer for you.
I have been contacted by current and former employess at the company
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answered on Aug 11, 2017
This depends on many factors. First, federal law only applies to larger employers, not small shops. Second, was the nature about a topic that our laws do not prevent disclosure, like medical records, of having a disease. Third, was the information false? And, fourth, in what way has this harmed... View More
It is wrong if a employer ask someone of this.. I would like to know if there is a law for a person to back someone up if they choose Sundays to be a religious day not a work day until mon- Fri is work days?
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answered on Aug 10, 2017
Many questions arise from your question. Was this known to the employer, before you were hired?
Contact an attorney who handles employment discrimination.
A. J. Lakraj, 404-214-0120. He will be able to tell you if your claim is viable, under Georgia's"right to work"... View More
I was advised that this day would not be excused. They only excusable court days are days for jury duty and or subpoena court appearances.
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answered on Aug 10, 2017
Unless you have a contract that prohibits it, likely so. In GA, and employer has the right to hire and fire, with few requirements, for a REASON. Many employers do not permit uncompensated days. If you are in a panel being considered for selection, try to raise this issue, pointing out that you... View More
Employee has been working for about 2 weeks. The manager did not follow up with the employee for not showing up to work as the person already had schedule.
answered on Jun 25, 2017
Generally as a private employer you can fire an employee for any reason that is legitimate and not discriminatory or retaliatory in violation of any law or Civil rights act, even just because you don't like the person or feel he's working out
So its a new policy where everyone needs ID for tobacco and an elderly woman told me her DOB and I typed it in and she was about to show me her ID but didnt. And she paid and left and I did ask for ID but was nervous and forgot to "see" it.
answered on Jun 25, 2017
Generally an employee in a private company can be fired for any reason such as violating company policy or even as simple a reason as they just want a change or don't think you are a good fit or a problem employee
answered on Jun 25, 2017
Contact The bar or nela but many employment lawyers such as myself take cases on contengency fee basis, no fee unless they make a recovery
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