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answered on Jun 22, 2017
libel and slander for employees aren't different than from others; however you may have other forms of claims and I would suggest you contact a member of the Az Trial Lawyers Assn that handles employment issues--they represent employees and give free consultations.
IS IT ILLEGAL UNDER EEOC OR SEXUAL DISCRIMINATION?
answered on Apr 25, 2017
Yes, this is illegal if the company employs 15 or more workers. Small companies, with less than 15 employees, are not subject to federal employment laws.
I was permanently injured in a car accident in 2010, I was able to work through that injury, this new work injury (required knee surgery (unsuccessful)) of 03/18/16, I am not able to, and the employer has refused to employ me further.
answered on Apr 17, 2017
I can't answer your question about your employment situation. The 2016 knee injury generally can be "unscheduled" IF you have a prior Arizona work injury that also was scheduled OR if you had a previous unscheduled injury that was determined to cause a reduction of your earning... View More 
I recently had shoplifting and a marijuana charge "set aside" by the Phoenix court. I am aware this is not the same as expungment. So my question is, can these charges still be held against me when renting an apartment or applying for a clearance card? I cant seem to find a straight... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2017
The reason you aren't getting a straight answer is because the charges, even if set aside, are still accessible when a background check is run. A set aside is different from an expungment because it doesn't seal the record. An employer for example running a background check can still see... View More
answered on Sep 7, 2016
You can file an OSHA report but that may give you bounce back at work. If you mean can you file an unsafe work practices case? Most states no. Workers comp is a law enacted to shield employers from claims, so the law doesn't give you much outside of it.
answered on Aug 8, 2016
You may look for work if you are medically cleared, making sure that you do not take a job that requires more than you are able to do if you have any work restrictions, especially from your injury. You are not bound to the company where you were hurt and can look for a new job if they don't... View More
I am 16 years old and I live in Maricopa, Arizona. I am looking to apply for a job, but they asked "Have you ever been of or sentenced for any violation of the law?" on their application. When I was 14 years old, I took a plea deal and I plead guilty to two misdemeanors and got placed on... View More
answered on Apr 5, 2016
If you lie about the convictions and they find out you will be fired and potentially worse. The best option is to disclose and let them know you have grown. It is usually the lying about prior convictions that gets people into trouble, not the actual conviction.
I manage a circle k and was recently asked if I could manage two stores. Because I was multi manager I received a 300 dollar stipend every week. Recently I had to get surgery, I used sick time for my surgery and went back a week later. I almost passed out and my boss sent me home and informed not... View More
answered on Feb 21, 2016
More info is needed to answer. Talk to a local employment lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to... View More
Does it matter where the headquarters are? What happens if the company has operations in multiple states including the one were you are going, or the company you are moving to has operations in the state you are coming from. Because it is my understanding the IDD is not applied equally across all... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2016
Each state has it's own laws regarding disclosure of trade secrets. A lawyer can advise based on your specific circumstances.
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I was told my check would no be at my 32$ an hour for my last check,but 8.05$ an hour because I didn't give a 2 week notice.
answered on Jan 27, 2016
Unlikely, unless that was the agreement. Check with a local employment lawyer.
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I was not paid for my week of sick pay. Ask bout my sick pay a d why I did not get it was told to wait. Then quit and still did not receive payment for sick. Am I owed for unused vacation as well. I worked passed the 90 day requirement for benefits. It has be over a year now.
answered on Jan 25, 2016
No, you're not owed either unless the company has established a provable practice of paying out unused accrued benefits.
people tip on the app all the time and my employer tells us that tip money goes to the foundation they have. but none to us and customers are unaware of this also
answered on Jan 25, 2016
Maybe this is a silly question, since I'm unfamiliar with the restaurant business, but do servers (and other tipped staff, aside from kitchen staff) contribute to the "to go" business at all?
I work at an entertainment venue and after one of the concerts a custodian threw my jacket away. Inside my jacket was my phone and debit card. My job is supposed to compensate me for my deductible of the phone, but it's been three months and I don't know how to speed up the process or if... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2016
A letter may help. A letter from a lawyer may help more.
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I am under contract with a school district in Phoenix, AZ as a school psychologist. My employment has become very stressful this year and I am becoming ill too frequently. I'd like to leave my position because we do not have any short-term disability benefits, so if I went on a leave of... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2016
Hard to advise on a contract without reading the agreement. Check with an employment lawyer.
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answered on Dec 28, 2015
If it is a crime, you can report it to the police.
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My friend managed a store and one of his employees informed him that she was being sexually harassed. That day my friend went upper management to inform them. Less than a week later my friend was fired. The people doing the harassing we're not. One thing about my friend, he has a rape... View More
answered on Dec 28, 2015
He should talk to an employment lawyer about his specific circumstances.
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My manager sent me home immediately after the test, stating it was too high for me to work. I advised him I was under the care of my personal doctor, but he walked me out anyway.
answered on Nov 8, 2015
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answered on Nov 8, 2015
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An employee got my fiancé's phone number in the company's database, and sent 2 unwanted pics, one being in her company uniform (at work), and the other being a more provocative one in her lingerie.
answered on Nov 8, 2015
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1:55 pm that he was not going to pay me but to submit a new time sheet and he will pay me Wednesday on my last day. Is that legal?
answered on Nov 8, 2015
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