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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: Hello, Is it possible to file a lawsuit if I feel I were wrongfully terminated due to discrimination?

I believe I was. Along with a list of other people who were terminated before and after me, that told me the same person fired them. And it was all African Americans. He had a snobby attitude toward employees, and never had a concern. We have meetings every morning, I had a suggestion, which I... View More

James J. Hux
James J. Hux
answered on Dec 31, 2019

If you believe you were terminated due to race discrimination, then yes, you may be able to file a lawsuit. Here, it seems like you believe your employer was treating employees differently based on their race. You should contact an employment law attorney as soon as possible. Some will offer a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Education Law, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Does 17 year old- whom has graduated from high school have to follow the normal 4109 rules (wage, hours, work permit)

For example, would that 17 year old need a work permit even though they are already in college? Will the work hours limit still apply?

Rhiannon Herbert
Rhiannon Herbert
answered on Dec 31, 2019

Under federal law, there are no restrictions on when and how much an employee may work once he or she turns 16. However, 16 and 17 year-old employees are restricted from performing certain hazardous jobs, such as operating heavy machinery or handling dangerous chemicals. Additionally, if an... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Business Law and Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: Can I sue my previous employer for hiring for a position in one city(moved 2 city) and then they assign me 2 diff city?
Greg Mansell
Greg Mansell
answered on Dec 20, 2019

An employer has the ability to transfer its employee. Absent an employment contract, it does not violate the law for them to assign you to a different city. If you are at will, you are free to quit if you do not wish to travel to the new city.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment for Ohio on
Q: I was placed on administrative leave because I asked for legal representation when talking to HR
Greg Mansell
Greg Mansell
answered on Nov 6, 2019

You have a right to legal representation but not necessarily during your meetings with your company. Further analysis and information is needed to determine if this is violates public policy law.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law, Identity Theft and Small Claims for Ohio on
Q: a company I use to work for used my name to commit medical fraud can i sue them?.. there is proof and a investigation

I worked for a home health care agency that is under investigation for forgery. Documents with my name and a fake signature was used to commit medicaid fraud when i was on a medical leave. this is only the beginning of the many things that this company did to me. would i have a case and what can... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Nov 1, 2019

Sure, you can sue. Is there anyone available to pay damages? One of the problems with fly by night companies is they tend to up and vanish. A court order for you to be paid is far from you actually getting paid.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I file discrimination on management for not addressing an issue with a co-worker who is Black and they are as well

I have had issues for a couple of years with my co-worker and we have new people in and she has personally attacked me and my character and I took it to my supervisor saying I’ve had enough and want to be moved, but I also told her that I really don’t want to leave. I have 29 years in and can... View More

Gary Kollin
Gary Kollin
answered on Jul 28, 2019

Playing the racecard without any evidence and mere conjecture

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Hello, my vehicle was searched withbout my consent at my place of work. The search violated company policy as well

But I think it may have violated Ohio law. No law enforcement present, no warrant and no cause. Was this illegal?

Taylor P Waters
Taylor P Waters
answered on Jul 3, 2019

That depends on whether you have an employment contract and whether that employment contract gives them the ability to search your car if it's on their property. It seems unlikely, however. You should call an employment attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: Reading my companies drug policy I'm not sure if I'm protected for using medical marijuana or not. Can someone advise?

My main question is with the wording of my company's policy below. Since I am under a physician's care wouldn't it seem I am in compliance with company policy?

The Company has a strong commitment to provide a safe work place and to establish programs

promoting high... View More

Denise Rini
Denise Rini
answered on Jun 4, 2019

Ohio Law, as well as the United States Supreme Court has ruled that a company may discharge or fire an employee for using medical marijuana.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Sexual Harassment for Ohio on
Q: Can someone accuse you of sexual harrasment when you was joking with a friend on the pack line about a item that you was

Sending down the line and the person that accused me was just ease dropping in to the convo but i did apologized to the person but i was terminated on sexual harrasment when i was no where near her never spoke to her only to apologize if i offended her and the comment wasnt towards her but there... View More

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on May 28, 2019

Unless you had a written employment contract your employer can terminate you for any reason.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Can my employer reprimand me, possibly fire me for using approved FMLA days.
James J. Hux
James J. Hux
answered on Feb 8, 2019

If your employer did so, it could be FMLA retaliation. You should speak with an employment law attorney as soon as possible to discuss your situation in more detail. Some will offer free initial consultations.

Attorney James J Hux

Hux Law Firm LLC

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: How do I find out if I have a case of wrongful termination from my previous employer for Discrimination
James J. Hux
James J. Hux
answered on Jan 22, 2019

The best way for you to find out is to speak with an employment law attorney about your situation in more detail. Some will offer a free initial consultation.

Attorney James J Hux

Hux Law Firm LLC

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Civil Litigation, Employment Discrimination and Sexual Harassment for Ohio on
Q: Should i Bring a sexual Discrimination lawsuit against my employer?

Im a woman, i currently work for my employer 3years in Akron Ohio, I asked the kitchen manager if i could transfer to the kitchen. His instant reply, very loudly, in front of multiple people was "No! Absolutely Not! You'll only F**K all my guys back there, thats the only reason you want... View More

Neil Klingshirn
Neil Klingshirn
answered on Jan 13, 2019

Every case is different, so the best course is to get advice specific to your situation. That said, as a general rule you should evaluate the strength of the evidence for your claim, the amount of damages you could recover and the costs you will incur to recover those damages.

Here, your...
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Is my employer legally allowed to force me to disclose details about my sealed record?

There is a large financial firm that is hiring me for a contractor position via a staffing agency. I have a start date of next month. They fingerprinted me while I was there. On the background check they ran, they got a record of two separate arrests from 8 years ago or so. No details, just that I... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Jul 16, 2018

You are not legally required to disclose any information pertaining to your sealed record. The dismissal depends on the law from another state. But, the rub for you, since they found it, is that they don't have to hire you. So, you can refuse to explain and they can simply take the job... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: My employer discriminates,manipulates, exploits me. how much money could I get?

I need a contingency lawyer

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Mar 27, 2018

You have not provided enough information to make any kind of estimate. It's possible your case is worth a lot of money. It's possible it is worth nothing. There's no information here from which to make that judgment. You need to call an employment law attorney and complete a formal intake.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination, Employment Law and Personal Injury for Ohio on
Q: Can I sue my past employer?

I got hit by a forklift in my back, filled out paperwork, went to the hospital, and am getting bills in the mail from the hospital since I quit. While I was working there I got head butted in my nose by my line lead and was witnessed by a supervisor. I had to fill out paperwork. I was the told if I... View More

Matthew S Flemming
Matthew S Flemming
answered on Jan 8, 2018

For what it's worth, depending on what happened, you may be entitled to a Workers' Compensation claim for some of your injuries. I would contact a Workers' Compensation attorney for the circumstances regarding the forklift incident and headbutting incident.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: We are from ohio. My daughter recently quit her job because of harassment and sexual comments from her supervisor.

Higher up contacted and nothing was done. What can we do

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Sep 29, 2017

Sue for sexual harassment and hostile work environment. You should contact an immigration attorney. I am happy to recommend one.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Is it legal for my employer to tell my customers my political views without my consent?

I am a bartender at a local restaurant and one of the owners likes to tell customers my political views because she doesn't agree with them. I don't believe in talking about my views at work because I make money on tips. The problem is she knows that I'm a Democrat and will sometimes... View More

Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Sep 29, 2017

It's legal for her to do so. There is no duty of confidentiality with your employer the way there is with a doctor, lawyer, or psychologist. If you don't want people at work to know your views, don't tell them and they won't be able to tell anyone else.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Ohio on
Q: If I work for a retailer and also have their cc, can they fire me if I file for bankruptcy?
Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on Sep 15, 2017

There is actually a anti discrimination clause in the bankruptcy code, so if they do fire you for that, and that only, then you would have a case/claim against them.

1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy, Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: Can I be refused employment based on a bankruptcy from 9 years ago? It is for restaurant management
Stuart Nachbar
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Stuart Nachbar
answered on May 10, 2017

Pursuant to 11 USC 525(b): No private employer may terminate the employment of, or discriminate with respect to employment against, an individual who is or has been a debtor under this title, a debtor or bankrupt under the Bankruptcy Act, or an individual associated with such debtor or bankrupt,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Discrimination and Employment Law for Ohio on
Q: is there a stature of limitations on wrongful termination of employment in Ohio ?
Matthew Williams
Matthew Williams
answered on Feb 6, 2017

Yes, and they can be quite short depending upon the reasons ranging from 3 months to 3 years. Here's a bit more info on the basics:

https://www.ohiobar.org/ForPublic/Resources/LawYouCanUse/Pages/Wrongful-Termination-Know-the-Basics.aspx

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