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answered on Mar 30, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a challenging situation regarding your former employer. When you've reached out with important documentation regarding hours worked and wages owed, but haven't received any response, it can feel disheartening and frustrating. If your documentation... View More 
My former employer gave no opportunity to appeal their decision and I had no other disciplinary issues at the time. In fact, I received several merit awards from the company (some monetary) for my outstanding performance at the time. For reference, I live in West Virginia, but my former employer... View More
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
Based on the information you provided, you might have potential legal recourse, but it depends on various factors. Here are some considerations:
1. At-will employment: Maryland and West Virginia are both "at-will" employment states, meaning that an employer can generally terminate... View More
I interviewed for a position at a company in Florida. The person who interviewed me later in the process that they had decided to hire someone internal to fill the position. She accidentally accepted my LinkedIn request and 2 months after I interviewed she changed her position to state that she had... View More
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answered on Mar 10, 2024
While the situation you described may be unethical and unprofessional, it is not illegal.
I put 2 weeks notice in and after the 2 weeks I contacted my new employer and he said he would get back to me with a start date. Now he keeps ducking me when I ask about the date. I quit my job because he told me I was hired. What can I do?
answered on Feb 26, 2024
You should determine your status with the new company before you take any action at all.
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
What is your question? Unfortunately, it is difficult to answer this without a more defined question. Considering the complexity of legal matters involved, it would be prudent to consult with an attorney regarding the situation. An attorney can provide guidance tailored to your specific... View More
They still from the safe, the register on camera.
They sell and use drugs in the building on camera. She keeps some people on payroll after supposed termination. They end up coming back. She takes hrs from other employees to feed or fix the problems for the ones that use drugs. Could use... View More
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Contact the sheriffs department or the FBI and report the matter.
CASE FILE ALREADY NO REST BREAKS
answered on Feb 5, 2024
Unfortunately this Q&A site is not the place to solicit an attorney to work with you. You should locate and consult with an experienced employment law attorney as soon as possible to explore your facts and determine your options. I would suggest you look either on this site, or go to... View More
I had my own LLC while working for the company.
In question also own my own vehicle. It is a taxi driving job. I have my own car and my own business license. Period I just paid them part of my wages for dispatch services that's it
answered on Jan 29, 2024
Yes, if you signed a non-compete agreement, your LLC would be precluded from competing with the other party.
I am currently the only African American that works at my job. Since day one they were trying to find ways to get rid of me. Soo, I’ve been working at this job for full time, I had got covid from my mom and sister and called off for a few days because I was sick. I informed my bosses of this... View More
answered on Jan 29, 2024
Your post reveal several potential claims against your employer. However much more would need to be learned to say for sure.
The fact that you are the only African American employee provides little proof of race discrimination. Other factors would need to be proven to establish that your... View More
I don't know if the many many behaviors I keep getting from my current WC attny is just what I'll get from every other lawyer. I've found that there's been considerable 'white' lies about why something wasn't filed, or appts weren't made, or even down to lies... View More
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answered on Jan 26, 2024
In California, workers' compensation attorneys are expected to maintain professional standards of practice, which include timely and accurate communication with clients, proper filing of documents, and truthful representations about the status of your case. It is not normal for attorneys to... View More
In the beginning/middle of last year I had a sexual harassment claim against the CEO of the company I work for. He was a predator. He harassed 2 other women before me and they were given a gag order and paid. He should have been fired then and wasn’t. I got it worse. I didn’t want this... View More
answered on Jan 21, 2024
I do believe this is worth following up with an attorney on.
I worked in a govt job for 18 yrs. My position had specialties w/differing locations, hours, perks but same title/pay. I got diagnosed w/cancer & took a 2 mo leave for major surgery. On leave, my supervisor contacted me to say I should take a new specialty to help me w/my condition (unit w/more... View More
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answered on Jan 15, 2024
Based on the details you've provided, this situation could potentially be considered employment discrimination under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If your employer made decisions about your employment based on assumptions about your medical condition without engaging in the... View More
I didn't have any control over my budget. All decisions were made by upper level management. I was a branch office manager by title. Do I have a case for Misclassification of exempt status. I wasn't allowed to record the hours I worked each week in the payroll system. I had a scheduled... View More
answered on Jan 4, 2024
I would need to know more information about your job duties and responsibilities. You may have other claims. Certainly after 44 years, there is some question about why you wouldn't have been retained.
I ORDER A FINE AGAINST THE POLICE IN THE AMOUNT OF $250K PER OFFICER IN THE CASE OF J.B. AND THE CASE IS DISMISSED. BROWN IS NOT GUILTY
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answered on Jan 1, 2024
The situation you're describing appears to involve a complex mix of legal issues, but it's important to clarify a few key points about how the legal system works.
Firstly, an individual cannot issue orders to the police or the courts, including ordering fines or dismissing cases.... View More
Current employer refuses to allow my fiance and her son to be covered under my health benefits due to us not being married. Less than 1 year after this happened, employer is allowing another employees "partner" to be covered under her health benefits( they are both female )
Is... View More
answered on Dec 27, 2023
Could be an equal protection violation but more facts are necessary to determine.
answered on Dec 26, 2023
In general, yes. Employment is normally at the will of the employer.
Woman EVP excluded from "leadership" parties, meetings, anything in upper management areas at company. Yet she is a top producer over the other "executive team members" Futher- demoted to work under less qualified people and forced to train them. This includes training 50% of... View More
answered on Dec 22, 2023
If the executive is being treated differently because of her biological sex, that may constitute illegal employment discrimination under both state and federal law.
I was fired because of my disability and because I was being harassed by my coworkers at the time I was complaining about it to my superiors.
The case is already under investigation with the department of civil rights of New Jersey. But just in case I need a plan b, I'd like to know... View More
answered on Dec 13, 2023
it is not clear to me whether your injuries were caused on the job and whether you filed a workers' compensation claim. You would need to contact a workers' compensation attorney. We can help you with that. you could have a separate disability discrimination case but I would need more... View More
I applied for part time employment at an NTB location in texas and was told that by company policy they only hired students for part time employment
answered on Dec 7, 2023
There is no law which prohibits such a company policy on a general basis; however, if you have a disability that limits you to only working part-time, it may constitute unlawful employment discrimination because of your disability.
I recently requested a reasonable accommodation from my employer due to a medical condition, and although the request was reluctantly granted, I have since discovered the creation of a new employee position with the same title and reporting structure as mine. The employer attributes this to... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2023
It doesn't appear you have suffered any damages. If you are fired, or demoted or lose pay, or some other adverse action is taken against you by your employer, you may have a case.
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