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I had surgery on my shoulder recently do to the work related injury I was let go or forced to quite plus did not get any compensation for it
answered on Aug 30, 2017
Talk to an employment lawyer about the specifics of your case. Be warned, you will have an uphill battle counter your prior statement that the injury did not occur at work. There is case law that does protect employees who are forced to not report an injury in the workplace for fear of... View More 
I've been with my company for 3 years now, I didn't really call in often but recently gave birth is Nov. 2016, I'm breast feeding and have been getting mastitis due to nursing. whenever I get the infection I call in. I had to call in for once a week now and 3 days this week due to me... View More
answered on Jul 2, 2017
That type of employment situation can be frustrating. Especially with a new child. It's possible you may have a claim for harassment under Title VII, however I would want to know a few things. Do you have an employment contract? If so, what does it state regarding sick leave, paid time... View More
I requested 6 weeks off, and 4 weeks into my time off, my boss is telling me they couldn't hold the full time job open and offered me a different part time job. Is that legal?
answered on May 1, 2017
Colorado does not have special maternity laws, but there are federal protections via the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). With some very narrow exceptions, a person requesting leave (which generally must be granted) is required to have their same or similar job at the end of the leave. FLMA... View More
I'm the property manager of a local motel. My wife& I were hired as a team,only she was terminated after the owner found out that wife had filed a complaint with the U.S. D.O.L. &found owner in violation and an assessment was made for collection of back wages. That 9 months ago. New... View More
answered on Mar 29, 2017
This is a direct legal question. Justa's Q&A is not intended to provide specific legal opinions or advice because this would create an attorney-client relationship. You will need to contact an attorney directly.
As a general rule probation officers have limited powers related to... View More
There is also sexual harassment during an employee meeting with at least 3 witnesses and the company wants to do nothing about it. They also owe for 13 years of unpaid overtime. I know my rights. What can be done about this?
answered on Dec 14, 2016
More information is needed to make an accurate assessment of your case. This type of matter would be better served with an actual client consultation with an employment/discrimination lawyer (creating an attorney-client relationship and the privacy that this entails). Many attorneys offer free... View More
answered on Oct 14, 2016
Contact an employment lawyer. Some types of psychological harassment are protected.
I only received 1/2 of what I would've got in settlement had we waited another yr. As work comp denied claim. I had an umbilical hernia. Due to repeated heavy lifting on the job for a scaffolding and shoring comp.? Still having stomach issues from it.
answered on Jun 30, 2016
This is a question that is too specific for general advice. You should contact an employment attorney.
I got my dream job in administration. Had the whole office all to myself. Lady who hired me her dad owns the company. She stated to me not too long ago that my billing that I send to her dosent have to be "perfect yet". Been there not even a month. Now one of the managers who is also the... View More
answered on Dec 16, 2015
I understand your predicament and you have my sympathies. I suggest that you contact an employment or employment discrimination lawyer (most offer a free consultation). From your information it is not clear if a cause of action exists yet (I agree the supervisor is acting inappropriately, but his... View More
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