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She makes me work 48hrs without a break with a Alzhimers Patient, then go to a dying man that has maybe a week left knowing we are not able to sleep. I have been working for 2 and a half weeks with no day off. We work 12 hour shifts
answered on Oct 25, 2024
In almost all cases, businesses must pay hourly employees overtime - time and a half - for hours worked over 40 in one workweek. This applies to home health agencies as well.
However, there are some exceptions. You should contact a local labor and employment attorney for more details... View More 
answered on Oct 21, 2024
Depending on the amount of the judgment should determine whether or not you should consult and hire a lawyer to assist with the collection of the judgment. That said, if the defendant does not voluntarily pay the judgment then you need to collect on it by seizing his property, for example, a bank... View More
I found my employer over claiming tips and brought it to their attention. I was dismissed multiple times and when I showed up with proof and told them to correct it they told me to just fix it myself and just under claim.
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answered on May 24, 2024
If your employer is over-claiming your tips, this situation falls under wage and hour laws in California. Employers are required by law to accurately report and pay the tips earned by employees. If you have already brought this issue to your employer's attention and they dismissed your... View More
5 sick days per year and no vacation until employed over a year I've been employed 8 months I'm salary my pay has been deducted for leaving early sick or calling in sick is that allowed.
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
As an employee, your employer may have the right to reduce your pay for days you call in sick or leave early due to illness, especially if your salary and sick days have been exhausted. However, whether this reduction in pay is allowed depends on the specific terms outlined in your employment... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
If you're a salaried employee and you've exhausted all your sick days, your pay can potentially be reduced, but this depends on your employer's policies and the labor laws in your jurisdiction. Generally, salaried employees are paid a fixed amount regardless of the number of hours... View More
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answered on Jan 13, 2024
If you believe your job has violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), failed to pay overtime wages, and forced your resignation, you have several options to consider.
Firstly, for the ADA violation, you can file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).... View More
i was working as a contract employee in a hospital with a staff that was predominantly black and the music on the radio was always rap hip hop and gospel. i am caucasian and i am not a fan of this type of entertainment and i was never asked if i would like to listen to my music. i once took out my... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2024
In the context of being forced to listen to certain types of music at work, legal action can be a complex matter. Generally, employers have broad discretion in setting workplace policies, including those related to music played in common areas. However, if the music contains explicitly offensive or... View More
Company provided a laptop for work but laptop is extremely old and slow making it impossible to work efficiently. Asked if I could use my personal laptop and was approved. Left for the day and software on my personal computer notified me of someone on my computer. Boss pretended to look for... View More
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answered on Dec 19, 2023
In Louisiana, employers typically have the right to monitor company-provided devices for work purposes, but the situation becomes more complex when it involves a personal computer used for work. If you were approved to use your laptop for work, your employer's right to access personal accounts... View More
I will be sacked by 4pm. I then send my resignation by 4:30pm same today. But the sacked letter came at 6:50pm. Does my resignation stands, since I don’t have to give a notice period to also resign. Context with Nigeria
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answered on Dec 5, 2023
In your situation, where you're employed under a probationary period in Louisiana, and you submitted your resignation after being informed of your impending dismissal but before receiving the official termination letter, the timing of these actions is crucial.
Generally, if you resign... View More
my fiance has been out of work since Sept 21st. He told his boss he was hurt on the job and he said let him know what doctors say and provide doctors note. Chris messaged the owner of company he's working for who he's known for over 25 yrs and his supervisor updates on his thumb all they... View More
answered on Oct 8, 2023
I recommend filing a workers compensation claim with the office of workers' compensation against his employer. The employer has a duty to report and file a claim with his carrier within 10 days of having knowledge of the injury and accident. The employer also has the obligation to pay for... View More
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answered on Sep 12, 2023
In Louisiana, tip-compensated employees, such as servers, generally have the legal right to keep their tips, as tips are considered the property of the employees who receive them. Employers are prohibited from taking or accepting tips that belong to their employees. However, tip pooling... View More
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answered on Jul 26, 2023
In Louisiana, the employer must provide employees with a written itemized statement of their wages and deductions each pay period. This statement typically includes information like hours worked, wages earned, and any deductions taken from your paycheck.
Now, your manager asking for... View More
Employer said I cnt sue they don’t fall under 1964 C R act but they have multiple locations with employees
answered on Apr 11, 2023
You should contact a Louisiana employment attorney to discuss your situation in more detail. The answer to this question may depend on whether there is any difference in ownership between your location and any other locations the company may have. Regardless, Louisiana may have state discrimination... View More
Regular pay is given every two weeks. Expenses are supposed to be paid monthly, I just haven’t gotten paid since July for my expenses.
answered on Oct 10, 2022
There is not necessarily a set answer to this. Per diem pay / expense reimbursement can be tricky, and depends on the specific employment policy or agreement in place. They can also interact with overtime laws in complicated ways. I would suggest reaching out to a local employment attorney for... View More
I work as a manager and mechanic at an auto shop; the new owners are not willing to pay me my current rate to do a different job, or match my pay through other means. Do I have any options? I was not informed by the previous owner that I was to be expecting a change of ownership or pay, and was due... View More
answered on Oct 4, 2022
Do you have a contract and what does the contract say? If you do not have a contract then you are considered an at will employee and as such the (new) employer can dictate the terms as long as it does not violate the law. Should you have specific questions, and/or if you have a contact, then I... View More
They have me working 50+ hours a week
answered on Sep 26, 2022
It is very likely that this is a legal violation which would allow you to recover lost wages and penalties, but I would need a few more facts to know for sure. We've represented workers in similar cases with good results. Feel free to email or call for more information.
is my workplace reliable for my injuries? Does my job have to compensate me for my doctor visits?
answered on May 19, 2022
If you were defending yourself, yes. If your job is giving you issues then you need to immediate consult with a workers' compensation attorney, or I recommend that you go ahead and do so---most in this area of practice will provide you a free consultation. Good luck.
answered on Apr 21, 2022
If it is a part of your employment agreement, then yes. You should check with your supervisor (or better yet, human resources) and ask your question to them.
Will that grant alimony for his wife?
answered on Mar 13, 2022
A private investigator's..report of adultery may result in alimony if wife 's income is low.
Cop cheating with another cop will not result in termination...but if done during work hours, might.
answered on Jan 31, 2022
Strictly speaking, there's no minimum time limit before suing, but it almost never makes sense to just file suit without taking certain steps first to ensure you've positioned yourself in the best possible manner. Jumping straight to filing a legal action is rarely the best or most... View More
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