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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.
I have Graves disease, so taking the shot was not something I wanted to do. I was a contractor assigned to a Tyson site. Vaccine were mandated to be done by 11-1-2021. Almost all religious and medical exemptions were denied.
I called my boss to ask about a situation he immediately started screaming at me on the phone leading to him screaming “ shut the f$)k up multiple time at the top of his lungs to me. I hung up and told him I was going home. A few days later I told him I wanted to put it in writing and report it... View More 
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.
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.
The reason they say I resign is because after they fired me I was offered a lower paying position and turned it down. This position was not what I applied for, not was I was hired for, and was offered after they told me I was terminated.
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answered on Jun 12, 2024
Yes as TN is a terminable at will State.
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?
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
I have a felony criminal record in Florida from 2002-2009. There are drug related felonies. I satisfied all terms of sentences in Oct. 2010. I've not been convicted of a crime since May of 2009. Is there a path in which I am able to acquire an insurance producer license in the state of... View More
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answered on May 20, 2024
Contact a FL attorney about what might be done with the conviction. Then contact the appropriate Commerce & Insurance Department in Nashville for eligibility.
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I joined employer 'X' in Aug 2022 on H1b (transferred from previous employer). My H1b got maxed out in Dec 2023 and I moved out of country, and my employer also stopped running my payroll since then. My PERM was filed in Apr 2023, which got approved recently and now my employer is asking... View More
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answered on May 14, 2024
It is generally not legal for an employer to ask an employee to pay for H-1B filing fees. The U.S. Department of Labor mandates that these fees should be borne by the employer, not the employee. Paying these fees yourself could potentially cause issues with compliance and affect your visa status.... View More
Can you be prosecuted for something you did not know was wrong?
I work at A rent to own place and I put items on rent for a coworker in my deceased grandmother’s name. The coworker makes on time payments never missed one. It’s not for a ridiculous cheaper price they still pay more than... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
Yes... If charged with theft, etc., hire an attorney to represent you. Also be prepared to make bond. Do not talk about it, but you have already admitted it.
I currently work with a company and applied for a promotional move. The pay scale was included in the job description. After interviewing, I am told they are going to offer me the position but they are lowering the pay scale.
Is this legal?
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answered on Feb 29, 2024
Yes... TN is employment at will State unless there is a contract.
It’s tax time, which is how we found out the person was illegal. Can we pay the persons taxes and be fine? Or do we need to let the person go?
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
Discovering that a worker does not have a Social Security Number (SSN) or Employer Identification Number (EIN) and is not authorized to work in the United States puts you in a challenging position. Under U.S. employment law, employers are required to ensure their employees are eligible to work in... View More
I understand and agree to camera surveillance in the workplace for security. But my employer wants to use it to “keep an eye on productivity”. She claims she’s not going to tell us where said cameras are, but I feel like this may be a violation of employee privacy. Especially if we need to... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
In Tennessee, employers generally have the right to install cameras in the workplace for purposes such as security and monitoring productivity, provided the surveillance does not occur in areas where employees have a reasonable expectation of privacy, such as bathrooms or locker rooms. However, the... View More
he is a Bullie racist. He lies and he breaks by laws and my contract. He is petty and spiteful
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answered on Jan 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It's crucial to address this issue properly. First, gather all evidence of the President's actions, such as emails, documents, and any witnesses who can support your claims. Consult an attorney experienced in employment law to review your... View More
Now I fear of excessive inhalation on to microplastics. Also running around bragging about it to everyone. Bosses seen it and done nothing too
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answered on Jan 28, 2024
If your description of the events is accurate, what this person did was clearly wrong and concerning. Some key points to consider:
- Intentionally blowing toxic substances like microplastics on someone with a leaf blower, especially without provocation, could qualify as assault and battery... View More
I was not permitted to come back to my original position. I was given three options: move to a much-lower paying position and take a $5 pay cut, get ADA accommodations, or leave and get a severance.
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Tennessee, if you feel that you were coerced to leave your job following an inpatient hospitalization, there may be grounds to consider a discrimination lawsuit. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with... View More
Liscense was suspended/revoked in 2020.
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answered on Dec 25, 2023
To reinstate your Tennessee PTA license after a suspension or revocation, you'll typically need to follow a specific process set forth by the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy. Here's a general guideline for your situation:
Contact the Board: Reach out to the Tennessee Board of... View More
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
In Tennessee, employers are generally not allowed to terminate employees for taking leave to care for a sick family member. The Tennessee Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year to care for a sick family member, including a child.... View More
I have a noncompete in my urgent care contract. My boss is not fulfilling the hours or my bonus according to my contract so I'm leaving. It is stated as "not over 50% walk in volume" which would apply to emergency rooms too. I'm ER trained with a doctorate in EM. Can this urgent... View More
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answered on Nov 30, 2023
It appears that the contract will be breached by your working in an ER. Hire an attorney to read the contract and listen to the prospective new jobs. You may get sued in any event and have an attorney ready to go.
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