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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.
It was very uncomfortable viewing in an audience of male and female associate and additionally with the Corporate HR and Director of HR watching this laughing.
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answered on Nov 21, 2023
What is your question?
Then the person they are with asks if they could go back out to the vehicle and get something out of the vehicle to exchange, so they leave it at the return counter and let them know the person who needs to exchange it is in the store shopping so they asked you to grab item out of vehicle and you... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
Walmart employees, like those of any retail establishment, are often trained to observe for unusual or suspicious behavior as part of loss prevention strategies. Leaving an item at the return counter with an explanation that someone else will finalize the transaction could be seen as unusual and... View More
Just wondering!
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answered on Oct 27, 2023
In Tennessee and generally in the United States, employers, including state jobs, are typically prohibited from reducing a new hire's starting salary solely because of a disclosed disability such as ADHD. It is illegal for employers to discriminate against individuals due to a disability under... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2023
No, the 12 months of employment required for Tennessee parental leave do not apply to anytime employed. The 12 months must be consecutive months of employment with the same employer, beginning with the date of hire. So, in your case, you would not be eligible for parental leave until April 2024.... View More
I work for a company called Spark. It is the delivery company for Walmart. We are owned and operated by Walmart. There is a specific store that I work at that I am being harassed by one particular AP employee. She is telling the front end of the store that I am stealing. Which of course is not... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
In dealing with accusations from an Asset Protection (AP) employee, you should first document all incidents, including dates, times, and witnesses. It may be helpful to formally report the harassment to your direct supervisor or the human resources department, following your company’s procedures... View More
I wasn't connected to the attack but the victim was my best friend. They had put out a warrant for my arrest and put me on the news as armed and dangerous when their evidence wasn't solid at all. All charges we dropped but only after I bonded myself out and provided video evidence proving... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2023
The SOL for such civil rights/GTLA actions has been extended a little in TN. You did not state the date the prosecution was dismissed. If you want to pursue this, you will need to get in gear fast, and the SOL may have already run. If indicted, most Courts find probable cause for the arrest.
answered on Oct 10, 2023
Unless you aren’t getting health insurance at all, you probably should address the specific benefits at issue with your health insurance company.
The customer doesn't properly state what they want then don't want the ticket that is printed
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answered on Sep 21, 2023
In Tennessee, an employer generally cannot deduct the cost of mistakenly printed lottery tickets from an employee's wages without explicit written consent from the employee. Wage deductions are often strictly regulated by state laws and generally must meet certain criteria to be lawful.... View More
I had a cold or could've been bad allergies. Not bad enough to go to the Doctor And they are demanding a doctors note.
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
TN is an employment at will State. So employers can demand compliance or they can discharge you.
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