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I have demanded pay for 6 weeks from my employer with no avail.
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Here's a concise response to your question about demanding wages and penalties in Nevada:
1. You have the right to demand unpaid wages from your employer.
2. Nevada law allows for penalties for non-payment of wages, but not $5000/day.
3. Penalties can include:
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answered on Mar 19, 2024
If you're struggling to find a lawyer for your EEOC discrimination case within the 90-day window, it's important to take immediate action. Start by reaching out to your local bar association for referrals and consider contacting legal aid societies that may offer assistance for... View More
I'm the only black person there and assistant manager I did nothing wrong and gt really sick and when I talked to her she left me off the schedule and said I don't communicate with her it's this discrimination and wrongful
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answered on Dec 12, 2023
In Nevada, firing based on race or protected characteristics is illegal, but employers can terminate for other reasons. To navigate this situation, know the details of your termination, assess your options, and understand your rights. If you suspect discrimination, file a complaint with the EEOC or... View More
I have been living in hardship, financial situations because I can not even drive due to stipulation of no driving while on parole. I have not been revoked my license to drive, the last moving violation was in the year 2007. I am living in hard financial means and without being able to drive, my... View More
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answered on Nov 29, 2023
You can request a modification to your parole conditions to allow you to drive. To do this, you will need to file a petition with the parole board. In your petition, you should explain why you need to drive, such as to get to work or to take care of your family. You should also explain that you... View More
Can I file legal action if I have been significantly demoted all because of my personal relationship with CEO she doesn’t like my new wife and is jealous. I’ve been singled out of company functions and bonuses and have been demoted from President to Business development “Executive” in... View More
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answered on Aug 12, 2024
If you believe that your demotion and exclusion from company functions and bonuses are due to personal reasons, specifically related to your relationship with the CEO, you may have grounds for legal action. This situation could potentially involve claims of discrimination, retaliation, or wrongful... View More
Parking spots u can park in,that are approved by employer, and employees may not park in any other handicapped spots on property or they will be towed? This is Hilton that said this to me. .
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answered on Jul 28, 2024
Your employer can establish rules regarding parking on their property, including designating specific handicap spots for employee use. This can be done to manage parking efficiently and ensure that there are enough spaces available for all who need them.
However, these rules should not... View More
I have been working at my company for over 6 months and now they are trying to cut my pay in half, and even more than that and expecting me to take on more responsibility. And say I have till Monday to sign it or I cant come back to work. Is this legal? Can they do this with no prior notice???
answered on Feb 7, 2022
Employees are either “at will” or they have a contract. At will employees can quit when they want and the company can fire or layoff an employee when it wants, so long as the termination isn’t due to discrimination, retaliation or another illegal reason. It sounds like you are an employee... View More
Files last year due to covid and most of income from partner. Got job offer and they’re doing background check. Only negative thing would be the bankruptcy. Can they take back offer due to that?
answered on Jul 10, 2021
They can take back their offer for any reason or no reason at all, at any time.
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