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answered on Nov 8, 2024
You should contact an experienced Kentucky employment attorney immediately. Kentucky law states that any employee who leaves or is discharged from his employment shall be paid in full all wages or salary earned by him no later than the next normal pay period following the date of dismissal or... View More 
I have an assistant manager who told me she was going to send a employee home for a “bad attitude” this employee did not have an attitude if anything she was in a better mood then anyone there. I told this employee to be careful how she acts because the assistant manager was going to send her... View More
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the information provided, there are a few key points to consider regarding potential retaliation:
1. Reduced hours: The significant reduction in your scheduled hours shortly after the incident could be seen as a potential form of retaliation, especially if it's a noticeable... View More
We were issued gas cards with our names on them by our company and we carried them all the time..now they want us to leave them at work out in the open for anyone to grab… but they say gas is being stolen.. is this legal???
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answered on Jun 2, 2024
If your company is asking you to leave gas cards with your names on them out in the open, this could lead to security and liability issues. Leaving the cards in an unsecured location increases the risk of theft or misuse, which could potentially be traced back to you if the cards are in your name.... View More
There is a motion to hear on April 10th at 9
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answered on Apr 6, 2024
I understand this may be a stressful situation. Here are a few key points and suggestions based on the information you've provided:
1. Notice of Entry of Appearance: This means that an attorney has formally notified the court that they will be representing your former employer in the... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
Refusing to offer employment based on the smell of marijuana on a candidate can be complex legally and varies by location and industry. In states where marijuana is legal for medical or recreational use, the situation is particularly nuanced. Employers still have rights to maintain a drug-free... View More
My manager told one employee that we wished it was me that made the mistake so he could fire me so instead he suspended me for 5 days no pay but nothing to the employee that made the mistake.
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answered on Feb 9, 2024
In Kentucky, if you are suspended for another employee's mistake with no action taken against the employee who actually made the mistake, especially if there's an expressed wish by the manager that you had made the mistake for the purpose of firing you, this could potentially be... View More
My work place is gonna be being searched by an on going investigation of money laundering and prostitution and drugs.
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answered on Dec 28, 2023
When a workplace is subject to an ongoing investigation for various illegal activities, including money laundering, prostitution, and drug-related offenses, law enforcement authorities may conduct searches. During these searches, individuals on unsupervised probation may be asked to provide consent... View More
I have worked as on site maintenance at woodspring suites hotel for 8 months , they refused to pay me any overtime, will not pay me for on call time , which I have been on call every other day from clock out till 8 am next morning and not allowed to leave the property during this time. I have now... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
In your situation, there are a few key legal issues to consider. Firstly, regarding your employment and unpaid overtime, you have rights under labor laws. Since you mention being on call and not being paid appropriately, you might have a claim for unpaid wages. It's important to document all... View More
I have an Emergency Protective Order (EPO) against someone, and I included my workplace address in the EPO. The individual later began working at the same place. I presented a copy of the EPO to my management and requested a schedule change or more distance from this person, but they refused my... View More
I work for a non-profit and was accused of being under the influence. My employer promised that if the test results were negative, I would be paid for the time I missed. The lab and MRO confirmed months ago that my employer received the negative results. Despite this, my employer has ignored my... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
You'll need to hire an employment lawyer to contact them on your behalf and try to recover the unpaid benefits for you.
I have agreed to a plea deal involving 45 more days of jail time, treatment, and five years probation for charges of wanton endangerment DUI 1st and possession of marijuana. My public defender has not been responsive to my questions. I am the primary caregiver for my children with health issues and... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
Provide all of this information as well as your treatment records to your public defender so he can submit them to the Court at your next hearing date.
I have been held out of service unpaid, pending an investigation for an unwarranted insubordination claim that resulted in my removal from my warehouse job. During this time, I have filed an ethics violation against the involved manager. I have eye-witness statements that verify the manager's... View More
answered on Mar 16, 2025
Unfortunately, the investigation can last a while before it concludes. You might want to consult a lawyer if the investigation is not concluded soon.
I am applying for a coaching job at a public school, and I have two previous arrests involving drugs and minors; however, both charges were dismissed, and neither resulted in a conviction. I did not disclose these arrests in my application since they resulted in dismissed charges, but I am aware... View More
answered on Mar 14, 2025
Yes. Whether they will or not is a different story. You probably should have them expunged from your record as a safety precaution.
I recently turned 18 and am completely financially dependent on my parents. My father bought me a phone about four years ago, has always paid the bill, and explicitly gave it to me. Shortly before my 18th birthday, my parents suspended my phone and continue to keep it from me, refusing to discuss... View More
answered on Mar 5, 2025
Not really, no, especially since you are dependent upon them for housing and transportation. Might be better to make peace and retrieve phone rather than start a war over it.
I was pulled over for not using a turn signal, and they brought a K9 to the stop. They found an empty bag and a broken pipe and claimed there was one-tenth of meth. I was arrested, paid to get out, and signed a deal for rehab and three years probation with drug tests. I spent 15 days in the rehab... View More
answered on Mar 2, 2025
No. It should’ve not been thrown out bc you failed to complete. Most likely you will get ad neither chance and not go to jail.
I applied for a position at a factory in Kentucky that did not list specific requirements or qualifications. I was informed via email to consider applying for a different position, which pays less. My sister-in-law, who works there, mentioned they only hire women for the position I applied for, and... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2025
No. You can bro g a gender discrimination suit against them.
After 17 years in the same supervisory position with nearly spotless evaluations I was manipulated into resigning. I was approved to receive a company ordered reasonable accommodation for a documented disability that was never implemented.
Our school has made a district wide decision that no staff member is allowed to leave the campus during our lunch time to go and get food. We have been told that our community has complained that we don't work enough.
answered on Sep 23, 2024
Most likely yes. You’d need to look at the collective bargaining l agreement (if there is one) to find the answer.
I know the people that work there are supposed to do checks ever so often they didn't do so or they would have seen him brain dead he laid there so long
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
I understand how devastating this situation must be for you. If you believe that the Department of Corrections staff at The Brady Center were negligent in their duty to perform regular checks, leading to your fiancé's death, you might have grounds to file a legal action. It’s important to... View More
In Kentucky there are mandatory Break periods - 10 minutes for every 4 hours worked and if you work over 5 hours, a mandatory meal break between your third and fifth hour. But my neighbor has been coerced to sign away their breaks for nothing in return to work at a local fast food restaurant. This... View More
answered on May 27, 2024
Sound like a violation of Ky labor laws. A complaint to the Labor Board might resolve the problem.
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