I’m dumb and don’t remember what I signed. Can I ask for a copy of my contracts signed when I first was employed?? Wants me to pay 4500 for training reimbursement (which is a lot for the training), can I ask for a copy of the contract without paying for it later if I can’t afford to pay the... Read more »
answered on Jan 21, 2022
Of course you are entitled to see all contracts and invoices to support the basis and amount of her claim. Demand it. Tell her upon receipt of all the proof for her claim, and the exact written terms of the contract that spell out your and her obligations, you will review the matter with counsel... Read more »
Q: I reside in Pennsylvania but work in Maryland. I need clarification on Maryland Sick and Safe Leave
Roughly a year ago I started a non contract position at a firm located in Maryland.
Our firm employees roughly 32 people
Recently I hade to take time off for surgery.... Read more »
answered on Jan 16, 2022
It depends on the number of employees. Read the details of the Act here:
https://www.dllr.state.md.us/paidleave/paidleaveposter.shtml
because i had court for myself one day for personal matters and then the following week I had to go to court because I was summoned as a Witness and the court document said I could be arrested if I did not show . I had no choice and showed my employer all paperwork beforehand and he was okay with... Read more »
answered on Dec 13, 2021
You are an employee at will, meaning you can be fired at any time for any reason other than for a Constitutionally protected reason (your race, religion, sex, etc.).
I completed everything and filled out the offer letter. I was supposed to start and then they decided to go a different way with no warning at all. Can they do that even after I filled out an offer letter and ALL employment documentation?
answered on Dec 7, 2021
Until you have a signed and binding contract, you have nothing to sue upon. Therefore, if you have paperwork that you believe makes a binding contract, then take it to an employment lawyer to review. It is not possible to guess what agreement exists, if any, between you and the company.... Read more »
I was responsible for the equipment in question. I left a backpack with some company equipment in my car and someone broke my windows and stole it. My contract states that I assume responsibility for lost/damaged equipment, and can result in disciplinary action up to termination. They also said... Read more »
answered on Dec 1, 2021
If you no longer work there, then the only thing they can do is to sue you for the money.
My car was parked on the street, directly across from the University of Maryland capital region hospital in Largo, MD. I was on orientation and told to find a park on premises until i was given access to the lot. The thief stole over 3k worth of stuff that i had in two bags. The big ticket items... Read more »
answered on Nov 19, 2021
File your claim under your comprehensive auto insurance coverage, which covers such things as losses resulting from criminal acts. You're wasting your time trying to prove liability against the owner of the location where your car was parked. They owe you no special duty to prevent criminals... Read more »
This is a manager position
answered on Sep 4, 2021
A PBJ disposition will show unless it has been expunged. And, a PBJ disposition can be expunged. Therefore, you need to file an expungement petition ASAP. Contact a lawyer to get started.
Employer is threatening to fire if you do not do the poly test. Again what is missing has NOTHING to do with her business
answered on Aug 20, 2021
Unless you are working for a government office or agency, or under a union contract or employment contract, for which specific protections are provided against such a requirement, the generl rule for private employers and employees is that you are an "at-will" employee, meaning you can be... Read more »
If a client has hired a a freelancer and signed a retainer agreement, does the freelancer have the responsibility to keep the client updated on the hours being billed.
Can the freelancer surpass the agreed upon hours without notifying client and ask for surplus hours at a later. In this... Read more »
answered on Aug 17, 2021
Not enough facts to evaluate. Need to see the contract, and then go over facts and course of conduct of the parties after the contract was signed, and the knowledge of--and receipt of the benefit by the client of-- the work performed by the freelancer. If the client received above and beyond what... Read more »
Would a simple marijuana misdemeanor from 2010 show up?
answered on Aug 9, 2021
Generally, absent the employer's request to limit the time frame, it will go all the way back to as early as records exist. 2010 is not that long ago, generally speaking, but many employers discount of ignore offenses older than 10 years, expecially minor marijuana charges. You should,... Read more »
I’ve had my job for 11 mos. now & just had a 4/5 review & 6% salary increase. 3 mos. ago, saw an internal posting for my same job title! I asked Hr & they said I’m doing well & not to worry. My mgr posted it, so HR said I could ask my mgr for details. My mgr never mentioned it... Read more »
answered on Jul 18, 2021
This is not a legal matter or law question. Unless you have a written employment contract that says or provides otherwise, you are an at-will employee, meaning you can be fired at any time for any nondiscriminatory reason. Maybe they’re planning on replacing the more expensive payroll employees... Read more »
Employer didnt find me a project for 5 months. He didnt pay me salary and is asking me to pay for the one month salary paid during the no work period, H1B transfer. He is threatening to collect it from my reference person incase I fail to pay.
answered on Jul 14, 2021
Well, this seems like a questionable action, but you appear to have fallen out of status. This appears to be a less than bona fide employer. There is outstanding salary that you are entitled to, but you will have to file a complaint with the Department of Labor.
Your decision to remain... Read more »
answered on Jun 23, 2021
There is no law that requires employers to offer benefits like paid time off to their employees. If employers do offer paid time off, they have the power to decide how (and how much) vacation time their employees receive. Employers can also change their paid time off policy if they choose, so... Read more »
After submitting a two-week notice, my employer claims I have breached my employment contract on largely bogus claims. He has also withheld a previous paycheck. I was given an impossible number of tasks to complete during my final two weeks, and he is claiming not completing these tasks is a breach... Read more »
answered on Jun 21, 2021
If you are an employee, you can file for unemployment comp alleging a change in work conditions.
As to at will employment--that's what everyone is. He can't withold wages for work done. Take his advice and call a wage-hour attorney,
Hi, I am trying to understand repayment money I owe to my previous employer. Here is what happened, I started working remotely in May 2020 but did not move to actual location until August 2020 due to Covid-19 pandemic. I quit my job in May 2021, one year after I was hired. Relocation contract... Read more »
answered on Jun 2, 2021
Hello, more information is needed here. Has the company contacted you about the possible repayment obligation? I would reach out to an employment law attorney in your state for a consultation.
My termination was retaliation due to complaints of discrimination & inappropriate touching against my peers. I challenged the termination & they tried to force me to take a lesser position. I have no previous work performance issues. The HR department is refusing to allow me access to my... Read more »
answered on Apr 27, 2021
You should find an employment lawyer in your state to see if you have claims for discrimination and retaliation. You would also have a claim for the company denying you access to your personnel file. They m ay attempt to dispute your unemployment benefits so it is good that you have both letters... Read more »
my job made it mandtatory to get the vaccine or lose your job...is that legal? can they do that?
answered on Apr 14, 2021
Generally, the answer to this question is yes. However, there are two main exceptions: (1) if you have a disability that renders you unable to receive the vaccine; or (2) if you have a religious objection to the vaccine. If you fall under one or both of these, then you are permitted to request an... Read more »
answered on Mar 9, 2021
Double jeopardy only applies in criminal cases. It prevents a defendant in a criminal case from being tried twice for the same crime. There are requirements in order for jeopardy to attach.
Double jeopardy does not apply in civil cases including employment cases. If you have an employment... Read more »
I"m on a contract with a security company for an insurance company, no breaks
answered on Feb 24, 2021
Generally speaking, employers are not required to provide breaks, unless you are a minor under the age of 18. If you need a break for medical reasons, I would reach out to an employment attorney in your state for a consultation.
I was informed that I was terminated by the hr department because their investigator said not to proceed and that they could not disclose anything further that I would have to talk to the investigator. The investigator will not respond to me me after several attempts to contact him. I can... Read more »
answered on Feb 10, 2021
So, hire a lawyer and go meet with the investigator or do a 3-way on the telephone with your lawyer and the investigator. How are you going to move forward if you don't know why you were terminated? First things first.
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