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I am a maintence man in Virginia. I have been with this company for 3 years and have always been in good standing. Recently, Me and the VP of my company got into a disagreement and now I'm convinced she has it out for me. When I was hired part of my deal was that I would have a apartment for... View More 
Hello, I came across a job posting with the following statement: "To be eligible for this program, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. Likewise, JPMorgan Chase & Co. will not provide any... View More
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answered on Oct 27, 2024
I understand your concern about the job posting you came across. An equal opportunity employer is obligated to comply with laws that prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics like race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
However,... View More
Threatened they also have been given a doctors note the beginning of March and have not what so ever followed the notes from the doctor at all I also have been starting to feel uncomfortable while working as well due to the harassment and with even the managers involving anyone and everyone... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the harassment and disregard for your medical needs that you've been experiencing at work. This sounds like a very stressful and unacceptable situation. Here are a few steps I would suggest considering:
1. Document everything in detail - dates, times, what... View More
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answered on Aug 25, 2023
Banning a single mother's child from a public transit bus solely because she is the driver could potentially be considered discriminatory, as it might be seen as targeting her based on her parental status. Discrimination laws can vary, but many jurisdictions, including Virginia, have laws... View More
I was injured on the job and I was fired because of it.
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answered on Jul 27, 2023
In Virginia, as in many other states, workers' compensation laws generally protect employees from being fired solely because they filed a workers' compensation claim or were injured on the job. Terminating an employee for exercising their rights under workers' compensation laws may... View More
I was hired to work for a cleaning company. I was 'let go' on my first day because I couldn't/wouldn't enter a house with 6 large dogs inside due to my allergy to them. End of day I told my boss I really enjoy my work but couldn't deal with the dogs because of my allergy.... View More
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answered on Jul 7, 2023
In general, employers are required to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, including allergies, under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). However, the ADA may not apply to all employers, depending on the size of the company. It is recommended to consult with an... View More
My employer quite suddenly has begun writing me up for perceived performance opportunities that seem fabricated after never receiving developmental feedback like this. I’m worried it is because I had health problems and needed open heart surgery. It could also be my tenure with the company. It... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2022
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employees cannot be discriminated against or targeted for termination based on a disability or need for an accommodation based on a disability. If you think your employer is targeting you for termination based on your past surgery and/or ongoing related... View More
He threatened to raise my rent if I quit him
answered on Jun 18, 2021
There are two relationships involved in your reported situation. One is the employer-employee relationship. The other is the landlord-tenant relationship. I will only address the landlord-tenant relationship because I do not handle employment law matters. If you have a written lease, the landlord... View More
Example: defendant is charged with embezzlement by their employer. Defendant has been falsely accused amd is suspicious of being framed by employer . A former employee was also accused of same crime.can defendant reach out to question them? Can defendant question employees that worked there after... View More
Aneurysm is in "wait and watch" mode. Was told can still work but shouldn't lift over 40 lbs and keep calm and watch blood pressure. Can employer fire me for this? Do they need to know?
answered on Feb 24, 2021
Whether you are still capable of working is a question for your medical providers. It sounds like your medical provider released you to return to work with restrictions. If your job duties require you to lift more than 40 pounds or elevate your blood pressure, then you should inform your employer... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2021
You are correct. Only a Virginia attorney could advise here because civil procedure is governed by state rules. But your post remains open for four weeks. As a GENERAL matter nationwide, courts can usually impose sanctions for discovery-related issues, as in your question, failing to answer or... View More
Yes I'm the person, fire for getting 10 from a customer I help and Social with, cut her,grass, took time to her problem every month, listen to her same story every month, fired because she has gotten a big gas bill, lost marriage, house,car,Black ball
answered on Dec 29, 2020
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a month. You could repost under Employment Law, or reach out to a local employment law attorney. Find out if your initial consult would be free and if the matter would be worth pursuing... you don't want to compound your... View More
I work for a large hospital system. I was employed by them in Nov 2018 as a Senior Staffing Coordinator for their in-house long-term float pool. (Staffing Solutions is the department.) When COVID cases began to surge in the early part of 2020, a new department was created called the Resource... View More
answered on Oct 28, 2020
As long as you are being paid for the extra hours you're working (and if you are paid by the hour, overtime pay for hours worked over 40 in a week), your employer is allowed to add on job duties and change your schedule at any time. While your situation sounds unfair, there is nothing unlawful... View More
My girlfriend is an RN registered nurse working for an agency (based in Ohio) which helped bring/organise her path to USA and set her up with a job. The contract has tied her into a 3 year term of which she has completed 1 year already. The problem is the job is way too much for her mentally and... View More
answered on Oct 7, 2020
I don't think this is enforceable simply if your girlfriend quits. However, sometimes liquidated damages provisions are enforced if a non-solicitation or non-compete provision is breached. I'm sure anyone who responds would be happy to help if you decide to retain an attorney. Good luck.
My workplace is trying to punish me for "performance issues" and in their reasoning for punishment, they cite multiple instances where I plead innocence in personal conversation with my boss as evidence that I am guilty of "hiding work" or purposely misdoing work. That's... View More
answered on Jul 5, 2020
The 5th amendment right against self incrimination, found in the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution and many state constitutions, works to shield you from testifying against yourself as against THE GOVERNMENT. So unless your employer is a Federal or State agency of the government, your... View More
This is regarding a wrongful termination from a local government.
I have documentation of the occurrence and now I am unemployed now do to the information being released.
My right to sue letter expires today. I want to file a sue against my employer. I'm in Sterling VA. In what court should I present the case? Where do I get the papers to fill the case? Is there someone that can help me to do so,?
answered on Aug 29, 2019
I regret that I do not handle employment law matters. Sorry.
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answered on Oct 26, 2018
Your attorney should be able to guide you through this process and advise you. Good luck.
No priors in my past
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