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Q: Can a person with a felony conviction be hired by the state of Oklahoma?

To work in a higher education institution.

Gary Johnston Dean
Gary Johnston Dean
answered on Nov 30, 2017

Yes for many jobs, but no for some others. Can't really answer unless we know what the job is. Ask again, with more details.

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Q: Can my boss make me go to a doctor because I left work early due to illness.

He told me not to come back without doctors note.

Brian Lehman
Brian Lehman
answered on Feb 8, 2017

Yes, most employment is "at will" with exceptions, and this is not one of them The employer may fire an employee for any reason, even if that reason is irrational, or for no reason at all. Common exceptions are the employer can't fire someone because of race or gender, etc. So,... View More

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Q: Can an employer force you to shave facial hair that is clean and well maintained?
Howard Berkson
Howard Berkson
answered on Apr 20, 2017

Generally, yes, an employer can require employees to be clean-shaven. For safety reasons, there are few alternatives. If it is merely part of the company "look" that employees be clean-shaven, and if your facial hair is part of a religious obligation, then you may try asking the... View More

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Q: Is there anything tp help me with a breathing problem caused by fragrances at work?

I have breathing problems when exposed to fragrances, my Dr has given my work documentation, they have made some allowances to the problem, but there is a vendor who comes in with cologne so strong I can smell him through the door. I have asked him to sell his stuff in the breakroom, he got ugly... View More

Howard Berkson
Howard Berkson
answered on Oct 23, 2013

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) can apply to a person who has allergic or asthmatic responses to fragrances. Whether the ADA applies to your particular situation depends on all the surrounding facts and circumstances. If ADA applies, your employer may have to do more to protect you from... View More

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