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Higher up contacted and nothing was done. What can we do
answered on Sep 29, 2017
Sue for sexual harassment and hostile work environment. You should contact an immigration attorney. I am happy to recommend one.
answered on Sep 15, 2017
There is actually a anti discrimination clause in the bankruptcy code, so if they do fire you for that, and that only, then you would have a case/claim against them.
answered on May 10, 2017
Pursuant to 11 USC 525(b): No private employer may terminate the employment of, or discriminate with respect to employment against, an individual who is or has been a debtor under this title, a debtor or bankrupt under the Bankruptcy Act, or an individual associated with such debtor or bankrupt,... View More 
answered on Feb 6, 2017
Yes, and they can be quite short depending upon the reasons ranging from 3 months to 3 years. Here's a bit more info on the basics:
https://www.ohiobar.org/ForPublic/Resources/LawYouCanUse/Pages/Wrongful-Termination-Know-the-Basics.aspx
I was admitted to the hospital, and was placed on FML until I was cleared to return to work. Well I got that clearance under restrictions that I can do office work for the time being 2 months as I continue my treatment. Well my work put me on unpaid leave and refused to let me return at this time.... View More
answered on Jan 19, 2017
You should contact an attorney to go over exactly what happened.
answered on Dec 12, 2016
The new employee could be in violation of the restraining order. Talk to your employer.
I was threaten at work by a coworker a few months ago wanted to file police report but was pressured not, to weeks later I was insulted by another coworker in front of management, months later they used a racial slur which was used loud enough that the entire office including myself could hear. 3... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2016
You should really give a lawyer a call so they can refer you for an intake interview. It's hard to tell from this one paragraph whether you have anything actionable, but a hostile work environment can become a legal problem for those who create it.
Let me Go I have been there 7 years never been in trouble or had a write up when I the office and let go i asked why I was being let go they said it was management decision when I filed for unemployment I found out that I was twoweeks short of being able to get my unemployment they have fired... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2016
You should certainly sit down with a local employment law attorney. The worst that can happen is they determine they won't take the case.
answered on Aug 2, 2016
Possibly. There's no legal restriction on it, but the bar might not hire you.
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