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answered on Jul 31, 2023
In Ohio, tips are generally considered the property of the employee who receives them. The employer is not allowed to keep employees' tips unless there is a valid tip pooling arrangement in place, where tips are shared among employees based on a predetermined agreement.
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Employer wants to charge staff 10 dollars for every instance of failure to clock in.
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answered on Jul 26, 2023
In Ohio, employers are generally required to pay employees for all hours worked. If an employee forgets to clock in, it is the employer's responsibility to ensure accurate record-keeping of hours worked. Docking an employee's pay or imposing a fine for failing to clock in could... View More
Im a desiel mechanic and my company took away overtime after 40 hours sometime last year. Now we must work 55 hours before overtime. They are now requiring that we work 6 days out of the week. Is this legal even though I'm not making overtime until I reach 55 hours?
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answered on Jul 24, 2023
If they are not paying you overtime until you reach 55 hours, this could violate federal and state overtime laws.
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answered on Jul 18, 2023
In general, employers have the right to request reasonable documentation or evidence for absences or situations that affect your ability to work. However, the specific requirements may vary depending on company policies and state laws.
As for whether it's legal for your boss to ask for... View More
i am being told even though i work 4 shifts of 12 hours during our planned shutdown, i have to submit 8 hours PTO to cover a 5 day work week in order to receive my full salary for the week
answered on Jul 17, 2023
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. It was probably overlooked all this time under the "Uncategorized" heading. Some questions go unanswered here, but you could try reposting under the "Employment Law" heading. Good luck
put on a Safety Hold due to medical reasons . I am a Truck Driver
answered on Jul 10, 2023
Your medical condition could constitute a physical disability for which you are entitled to a reasonable accommodation. HOWEVER- the employer does not have to accommodate the condition if you remain a danger to yourself or others, with or without the accommodation. Blind people cannot be... View More
I went to my Union Rep and complained about my Supervisor. My Supervisor ended up finding out and canceled my overtime that he specifically said I could work. Is this retaliation?
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answered on Jul 10, 2023
Retaliation in the workplace generally refers to adverse actions taken by an employer in response to an employee engaging in protected activity, such as filing a complaint or participating in a union-related activity. If you believe that your supervisor canceled your overtime specifically because... View More
It’s an in home caregiver job. I got hired in march and worked in April and my next shift I had I contacted them when I had strep throat and told them I had a doctor note and they said not to worry they don’t need it that when I felt better to contact them back so I can get a client. But people... View More
answered on Jun 20, 2023
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The tailbone injury you describe could be a personal injury matter - depending on how it took place. However, it looks like the focus of your post is more about the termination from work. That's something an... View More
Does the employer have the right to tell the employee not to date someone that lives at the place where she works?
My brother was fired from my current employer that my Father, and I still work at. This lead to a series of events of discrimination, ultimately people treating me poorly. Then, this lead to sexual harrasment that has been reported to the HR department, but the harrasment has not stopped. First it... View More
answered on May 24, 2023
There are Federal laws and state laws prohibiting Sexual Harassment in employment. You said you are being harassed by both a man and woman, but you haven't described how you think this is sexual in nature. Are they asking you for sexual favors? And your father too? Not all harassment is... View More
I work for an ABA company. They are refusing to pay travel time for time between work locations. Also, if there is time between scheduled appointments, they are refusing to pay it. Techs are also required to stay and clean after sessions unpaid. Is this legal?
The pay rate was also... View More
answered on May 23, 2023
It sounds like ABA company's refusal to pay for travel time violates the law. Generally, travel as part of a principal activity, such as travel from job site to job site during the workday, must be counted as hours worked and must be paid. However, more information is necessary to analyze... View More
answered on Apr 25, 2023
More facts are needed to accurately answer your question. Do you have a written contract? If yes, what does it say about quitting and being laid off or fired? If not, did you work the 1 week? 2? 0? Was there any discussion of separation pay or severance or you getting paid out for time you... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2023
An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. At this point, you could consider reaching out to whistleblower law attorneys in addition to employment law attorneys. This is an area of law (I don't think there's a category on this forum) that deals with... View More
i usually only smoke like one bowl a day and if i get a medical card will i be ok no matter what
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answered on Mar 29, 2023
It is illegal to smoke marijuana in Ohio. This is true even if you have a medical card. Your employment is also not protected from the use of marijuana even if you have a medical card. Marijuana in your system will likely be determined to be a contributing factor in any accident.
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I am an international student that came to the USA on an F-1 visa. My visa expired in 2021 but I maintained residency in the US until I graduated from my nursing program. I have a work an employment authorization document for optional practical training, this permit expires on... View More
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answered on Feb 25, 2023
Congratulations on your job offer and the opportunity to apply for a green card sponsorship through your hospital.
The requirements for obtaining a green card through employment can vary based on the specific type of employment-based immigrant visa category for which you qualify. Your... View More
answered on Feb 15, 2023
An attorney would have to do a full review of the noncompete, the circumstances, and related facts to determine whether the agreement remains enforceable and to what extent. Even if the employer has broken promises, they could still force you into court trying to enforce the non-compete. So... View More
Hello. I began working at a Kroger factory in October last year. In November, i had a panic attack due to a coworker yelling at me, and I have CPSTD, and being yelled at or facing aggression of any kind sends me into panic attacks. That day, the supervisor sent me home. Before that, she told me... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2023
Sorry to hear about your experiences. Under federal law (the ADA) you would have to prove that the employer knew you had these disabilities and that you were fired because of these disabilities. You carry the burden to prove your case. If you worked in Ohio, you should locate a local employment... View More
I am a teacher for a head start program. As part of my job I am required to conduct Home visits at families residences. During one of my visits in August of 2022 there was a man shot and killed 50 ft from me. I heard the shots and once police came I went to the front door and saw the body right... View More
answered on Dec 29, 2022
Ohio does not recognize workers' compensation claims for psychological conditions alone; they must be associated with a physical injury you sustain. Other states recognize these claims but not Ohio. You would have to sustain a physical injury, even a minor one, before the psychological... View More
I would like to know if there is any way out if it should I get a job offer from a manufacturer in the same industry.
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answered on Dec 22, 2022
The board is more for general questions. If you have a specific document that you need reviewed, reach out to one of the attorneys listed for a consultation.
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answered on Dec 5, 2022
You have an obligation to respond to a subpoena, just like you have an obligation to serve as a juror when called. If your employer terminates your employment because you respond to the subpoena, you will probably have a claim for wrongful discharge.
That said, being fired with a claim for... View More
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