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Q: I believe I was a victim of retaliation. I was terminated after I contacted the eeoc

This all started at the end of October 2024. I started getting written up for anything. I never had verbal warnings first. HR was the issue. It was one lady and she just kept picking at me. I expressed my concerns to my regional manager and the owners via email. They showed her my email and the... View More

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answered on Dec 23, 2024

I agree, the facts that you presented, appear to show retaliation against you for a protected activity, so long as the employer knew that you filed an EEOC charge.

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Q: Would I have a case for wrongful termination if I was let go from my job with no prior notice and for alleged wrongdoing

They said I committed wrongdoing when they have no proof and they stated that I had been given verbal warning, which is also not factual.

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answered on Dec 17, 2024

No, TN is an employment at will State.

Q: I got charged with a misdemeanor of marijuana and I had back ground checks done for work which I did not get

Cause on back ground it showed a felony of meth. I do not at all do that drug and my family has seen ity community and it has been hard to get work or place to live housing and it is hurting my image what can I do can I sue

Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
Mr. Kent Thomas Jones
answered on Dec 15, 2024

You can request your criminal record. I would consult with a local attorney to find out why it is on your record and whether he/she can get it off if it is false.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a company enforce voluntary resignation if I refuse to sign their NDA?

My company is rolling out a new NDA and they stated in the email that failure to sign the NDA will result in voluntary resignation. Can they enforce this?

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answered on Dec 11, 2024

Tennessee is an employment at will State, so any reason or none suffices.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Tennessee on
Q: In tn if I make a complaint about upper management and get fired can that be considered retaliation also how can I prove

How could I prove this is retaliation?

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answered on Dec 10, 2024

TN is an employment at will State, where you can be fired for any or no reason. If there are illegal activities going on, record them. Unless you have another job to go to, do not complain about your bosses.

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Q: Is this Wrongful termination. If so what do I need to do.

I remotely work for a company they are in Kentucky I’m in Tennessee. I was recently fired for a “No call no show” I was having technical issues with my company computer. I told multiple supervisors and had tickets from IT. I needed to purchase an adapter to be able to get back into my... View More

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Q: Racial discrimination against a manager at a Church's Chicken in Nashville Tennessee .

The torment she put me through still heavily effects me. As I have always been an extremely hard worker with good work ethics, and I always tried to go above and beyond. Until she started and it effected me emotionally, mentally and I got so depressed. And started second guessing everything I did,... View More

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Q: I don't have much time to find an attorney but my fiance needs one. She went through EEOC and got the right to sue.

Tina works a lot of hours so I'm(Allen) doing this for her. EEOC didn't have enough time to handle the case so they told her to find an attorney, fast. She was wrongfully terminated, she was treated wrong do to gender. There is so much more. She has texts and witnesses.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: I have an Illinois registered LLC that is employing a TN employee. What do I need to do to comply with the law?
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answered on Nov 12, 2024

If you plan on conducting any business in Tennessee, you will need to register with the secretary of State. This can be completed online.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Employment Law, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Tennessee on
Q: I was taxed 3 times on on an already taxed (by the company) amount of $120. They taxed me 20 %

I was taxed 3 times on a my paycheck due to them missing 9 hours off of my paycheck. The remedy they had was to pay me for the time they missed off my check (all OT hours) in Cash in which they had taxed themselves and then put the hours on my next week's paycheck causing me to pay even higher... View More

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answered on Oct 8, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing these payroll issues. Start by gathering all your pay stubs, cash receipts, and any written communication with your employer about your pay. This documentation will be crucial when addressing the discrepancies.

Reach out to the Tennessee Department of...
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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Tennessee on
Q: I'm trying to find the TN TCA CODES for 2001

TCAST- 040999. From 2001 TN TCA CODES

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answered on Oct 7, 2024

There is not a different code for each year. Find the chapters for the Statutes addressing most of the law you are looking for. Then read the end of each Statute for revisions. Start with the present TCA, then look for any changes made from 2002 forward. The older law will apply in 2001.

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Q: I have been missing hours on every paycheck from day 1. I was taxed 3 times for hours I worked and wasn't paid for.

Final warning notice and 7 day suspension for things that were not true. Never received any warning to begin with. The manager doesn't like me because I kept complaining about my inaccurate pay so she is trying to get me fired for reasons that I know are inaccurate. This company is a gas... View More

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answered on Oct 20, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Start by gathering all your pay stubs, timesheets, and any written communication related to your wages and promises of raises or bonuses. Document every instance of discrepancies and any interactions with your manager regarding these issues.... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a private (Catholic) University be sued for sexuality-based discrimination in employment termination?

This particular University has a clause in its *Faculty Handbook* (which is legally part of every faculty contract) that explicitly states it "will not base decisions with respect to these [termination] policies on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability,... View More

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answered on Sep 7, 2024

Yes, a private Catholic university could potentially be sued for sexuality-based discrimination in employment termination, especially if it has committed in its Faculty Handbook not to make decisions based on sexual orientation. The clause in the handbook creates a contractual obligation that the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Civil Rights for Tennessee on
Q: I will like to sue wingstop

For firing me for something I have no clue about I also never made over 40 hours a week

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answered on Aug 31, 2024

It sounds like you’re dealing with a tough situation, and it’s important to know your rights. If you were fired without a clear reason and you believe it was unfair, you might have grounds to take legal action. You should gather any documents or evidence related to your employment, such as your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Formation, Business Law and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: I was terminated for closing the store 13 minutes early. When the manager(S) knew I couldn't stay til closing.

Ive never had a warning or write up. I was suppose to close at 12AM. Due to my transportation issues ATM the mangers were very aware that I wouldn't be able to stay til 12. I left that store at 11:47pm . And the manager lied and said I closed and left the store 45 minutes early. It... View More

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answered on Aug 5, 2024

TN is a terminable at will employment State.

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Q: Can potential employer ask for criminal record documents? Im in TN

Employee denied employment due to background check. Once I told them that case was dismissed he asked for a copy of my criminal record documents. Is this ok?

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answered on Jul 31, 2024

Yes. If it was dismissed, you need to get it expunged.

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Q: How do I access a lawsuit that was file against my employer?
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answered on Jul 22, 2024

You go to the Courthouse and ask to look at the Court's File on that Case. Some Clerks are not friendly, so be patient. You probably want to read the entire File, but that may not happen.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: I’m a salary employee who works for corporate was forced to work on a paid holiday when everyone was off

I have worked for the company for 4 years and have received the same holidays off with pay I switched to a different department which is still part of corporate office. We was the only team who was forced to work.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 5, 2024

Businesses can legally open and staff on holidays. Unless you are subject to a union contract, individual employees are free to contract with their employer as they choose unless the specific matter is precluded by law.

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Q: I have been out of work for almost a week and I have a doctors note I hurt my back at home can I be fired for missing wo
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answered on Jun 12, 2024

Yes as TN is a terminable at will State.

1 Answer | Asked in Health Care Law and Employment Law for Tennessee on
Q: I qualify for my employer's health insurance, I have enrolled but have not received anything. Are they breaking the law?

I qualify for coverage and it was supposed to have been provided over two months ago but I have yet to receive anything from them and I have contacted HR, corporate office, my manager, and the administrator with no response. Are they breaking the law?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 1, 2024

A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. If there's deceit or falsification involved, yes, it could be breaking the law. But from your post, there aren't enough details to tell what's going on - it's possible it could be... View More

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