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They stated I contributed to a work environment the created in offensive atmosphere that affected staff's ability to do their work and that my staff was subjected to demeaning behavior through my verbal intimidation and threat of retaliation. None of that happened. I have never threatened... View More 
I work for Amazon Pharmacy. I do have a disability and just returned to work from leave. My pay checks have been 0.00 due to additional deductions. I have no arrears balance for benefits this has been confirmed but my pay continues to receive these extra deductions. This has happened a few times... View More
I live in Idaho, under a STEM OPT and I am incorporating an LLC (with a board to show employee-employer relationship). However, my company will be incorporated in Delaware as it's tech based.
Can I operate in Idaho if my company is registered in Delaware, and to which state will my... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
Generally, the location of your company's registration does not restrict where it can operate. You would have to register the Delaware company in Idaho.This acknowledges that your business, originally formed in Delaware, will be conducting business in Idaho. It's a common procedure for... View More
In the distant future when corporations have made a step in space travel, and establishing colonies on distant planets - Would those companies have free rule over that colony? Would they be required to follow human rights laws, despite being outside of the jurisdiction of Earth? Or would they have... View More
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
As space colonization moves from the realm of science fiction to potential reality, the question of how human rights will be upheld in extraterrestrial environments indeed becomes a pertinent and critical issue. As of now, the legal landscape governing space and celestial bodies is dictated... View More
This was and is in Idaho.
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answered on Sep 4, 2023
Whether you can pass a background check for government employment in Idaho will depend on several factors. Forgery is a serious criminal offense, and government agencies often conduct thorough background checks to assess an applicant's suitability for a particular role. The key factors... View More
School is private, church owned school in Idaho
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
In the United States, including Idaho, there is no federal law that specifically prohibits employees from discussing their wages with each other. In fact, the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects employees' rights to engage in "concerted activities" related to their terms and... View More
I have worked for the company six months and have received excellent performance reviews. I verbally mentioned I have Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis and there may be periods where I need to take time off. A couple months later HR asked for a ADA letter and letter from doctor. This was provided 2... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2022
Employers under the Americans with Disabilities law are required to provide "reasonable accommodations," not ALL accommodation, you request. This is a very typical problem in companies. They hire an employee who tells them of a disability, and they hire the person anyway. However,... View More
The cop told him a bunch of bs and I have the text messages to prove it he violated my civil rights defamation of character and slander
answered on Oct 12, 2021
If the cop was a "citizen" and not a cop, the question would be the same: can someone tell a potential employer information, which later serves as grounds for the company to fire an employee for fault? The answer is: yes.
A better question would be: can someone slander an... View More
I put in a notice. I was unable to work the last 3 days.
answered on Sep 3, 2021
The VERY WORST thing an employer can do these days, is to draft up an "Employee Handbook." Idaho passed a law, rejecting unions, and making all work "at will." "AT WILL" is the worst thing that ever happened to workers in Idaho, because employers can literally fire... View More
No one responds. No one will help. There are hundreds that that need help and no one gets back to us.
answered on Jul 25, 2021
An Idaho attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal - one option could be to search for attorneys online, or you could use the Find-a-Lawyer tab above. Your post covers a number of different categories, but you mention the Department... View More
My daughter was told that the reason she makes less than a new hire (having worked at her job for 3 years) is because she was hired as a HS junior and the new hire was a college freshman, and college students automatically start at a higher wage. She was then reprimanded for discussing salary with... View More
answered on May 4, 2021
While this situation seems unfair, as long as your daughter is being paid at least minimum wage for all hours worked, then this policy is not unlawful. Employers have a wide degree of discretion regarding employees' pay, and while federal age discrimination laws exist, these laws only protect... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2020
More information is needed to answer your question. Idaho is an "at-will" employment state. You are not guaranteed your job back. However, you might have a case if you believe your (former) employer refused to hire you back for a discriminatory reason (i.e. race, gender, disability, age, etc).
I am a waitress in Idaho & have been employed at my current job for a year & 1/2. I change my hair color frequently & the word is that the owners mother wants to implement a new policy regarding dying your hair. Obviously, I don’t want to stop dying my hair. So, I am curious as to how... View More
answered on Aug 24, 2020
Any changes to the policy manual affect current and new employees. You're bound by it.
I was never given a chance to defend myself. One day I just receive a call saying I’m fired for violence in the workplace. No explanation. I had to advance this to the corporate offices just to get an idea of why. Now, they won’t let me have my personnel file. I know Idaho is right to work,... View More
answered on Jul 18, 2020
You're correct that Idaho gave up union protection 30 years ago and loves its "Right to Work" philosophy. You have no "right" to your personnel file, it belongs to the company. However if you end up suing the employer, your attorney will immediately get a copy of your... View More
Hi, my name is Lisa. I am looking for some direction on discrimination and harassment, defamation of character. My last employer is showing my employee file to other people and I also have a doctors letter in it. Is this a HIPPA violation. I have record of all the harassment when I was... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2020
Employment law, even in a “right to work” state like Idaho states that an employer can create a “hostile work environment” by many different ways, including this one. Idaho also has a statute that holds employers liable for violating your right to privacy by disclosing confidential records... View More
I have been going through Tests for an up coming serious disk surgery that will use up the balance of my sick leave - holiday pay. I have been through hell to get to this point now I am experiencing covid symptoms. We have had 2 active cases in my office. The fear of having covid is keeping me from... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2020
If you are still looking for assistance it is my opinion that you would strongly benefit from speaking with an attorney who focuses on federal sector employment law to go over your case in detail. It is likely that as a postal service employee you do have additional protections related to... View More
Leave pay. I have covid symptoms. People in my office have tested positive. I am scared I have it also but wonder if I have to use my intended sick leave for covid 19 quarantine . I really NEED the surgery .. and that is what is keeping me from testing for positive/negative test. Is there a federal... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2020
More information is needed to answer this question. Are you stating that you work for the federal government? If so, I would contact a lawyer that represents federal employees to go over your situation in greater detail. Many offer free consultations. Best of luck.
I need to collect about $20000 owed to me by an ex-employer in Idaho. I've all the paperwork and a determination from the Department of Labor saying they need to pay. The amount is too large for me to sue in small claims though - What are my alternatives? (Suing in magistrate court vs. hiring... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2020
Hi here is some information for you.
Small claims would be the easiest but it has a maximum $5,000 limit. So you could either give up any money in excess of $5,000 so that you could use the ease of small claims OR,
You could use the District Court’s (Small Lawsuit) method. Idaho... View More
Can my employer withhold any of my final paycheck if I signed a contract expecting future paydays, and can I be terminated for excessive tardiness even though I reasonably expected to have an ongoing employment with the company that I have worked for almost 11 years.
answered on Dec 22, 2019
Unless you have an employment agreement--not just an agreement to repay advances--your termination is not unlawful. Why? Because Florida is an “at will” state, which means employers are free to hire, transfer, promote, demote, suspend, reinstate, fire and rehire employees for any reason at any... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2018
If it's sufficiently severe, then yes, it would be actionable. The question is whether the gossiping would be objectively hostile. You'll want to review the facts with an attorney.
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