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I had performed the job for a independent contractor that my boss was working for who is an independent contractor himself and afore mentioned party did not pay me.
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
Finding out how much a company made in a year can be tricky but there are legal ways to gather this information. If the company is publicly traded, you can access their financial statements, which are usually available on their website or through financial databases. These reports include annual... View More 
answered on May 31, 2024
An Oklahoma attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm very sorry for your loss. You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. It might be worth acting without delay. If you do find a law firm that is interested in the matter, they... View More
I have filed a disability discrimination claim against my former employer and have no legal representation. I want to settle out of court, they offered $10,000 during the EEOC process. Do I need to do a letter of demand or letter of intent or can I just use my own words and ask them to negotiate?
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
In your situation, you can choose to send either a letter of demand or a letter of intent to your former employer to initiate negotiations. A letter of demand typically outlines your legal claims, the relief you are seeking, and a deadline for the employer to respond before legal action is pursued.... View More
My department that I worked for is charging me for equipment, uniforms, etc. they are also charging me more for breaking our contract but are stating I didn’t stay a full year out of the two years I was supposed to stay what do I do?
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answered on Feb 2, 2024
If you believe you are being unfairly charged for equipment, uniforms, or other items by your former employer, and if they are attempting to enforce a contract penalty for not completing the agreed-upon term, you may want to seek legal advice. Review your employment contract carefully to understand... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2024
In Oklahoma, it is generally not legal for an employer to garnish an employee's wages for unpaid rent without obtaining a court judgment. Garnishing wages typically requires a court order, and landlords must follow legal procedures to collect unpaid rent. If your employer, who is also your... View More
At my job we travel a lot. We drive from our homes and meet at our office and take company vehicles to a another jobsite usually in another state. We don't get paid the first hour there, or the first hour back because it's considered "commute time." But I don't understand... View More
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answered on Jan 2, 2024
The legality of not being paid for travel time depends on various factors, including the nature of the travel and applicable labor laws. In the scenario you described, where employees are driving from their homes to the office before traveling to a job site, the time spent traveling from home to... View More
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answered on Dec 1, 2023
Oklahoma Court Services is primarily designed to serve the state's judicial system, not private entities. Their main function is to provide services related to the court system, such as supervision and monitoring, rather than serving private companies.
However, for drug screening for... View More
A fellow employee is always making my job harder, by blocking pathways, he has spit in my drink, I've reported it to my employer and it continues to happen, and HR has been told as well.
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answered on Nov 24, 2023
In your situation, where you're facing ongoing bullying and harassment at work, it's important to know that you have rights to a safe and respectful workplace. The behavior you've described, especially spitting in your drink, is not only unprofessional but could also be considered a... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing such difficult situations at work. Dealing with harassment, bullying, and slander can be incredibly challenging, especially when it feels like your identity or background is being targeted. You deserve to be treated with respect and dignity in... View More
I filed a sexual harassment against my supervisor i was punished by being transferred and my benefits started over and taking the only shift available. A NO CONTACT AGREEMENT was effect. A year later I became a customer and no incidents for about an year I didn't look but didn't see... View More
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answered on Jul 18, 2024
You can pursue legal action against the tribal casinos for verbal sexual harassment and violation of the no-contact agreement. It’s important to document all incidents meticulously, including the date, time, and nature of each occurrence, as well as any communications with the casino regarding... View More
I had a family emergency, I called in before my shift to let them know I wasn't going to be at, 12 hours before my shift, I was told I couldn't pick my check up until I signed a paper.
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answered on Oct 3, 2023
Generally, employers in Oklahoma must pay employees for work performed. Withholding a paycheck because of a family emergency or requirement to sign a paper might be problematic. If you believe your wages are being wrongfully withheld, you may contact the Oklahoma Department of Labor to get guidance... View More
Old people in America have certain Constitutional protections such as the right not to be discriminated against in job seeking, so agencies exist in every State for such purposes. But to insist on potential clients divulging "disabilities" that might not exist or might have in fact been... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
Requiring job seekers to disclose disabilities they may have had when younger could potentially raise concerns under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other anti-discrimination laws. The ADA prohibits discrimination based on disability, and it includes provisions related to both current... View More
I have been in touch with the manager and he is still refusing.
answered on Jun 20, 2023
It depends on the terms of your employment agreement. Some provide for commissions on sales made before the termination of employment but earned after termination of employment.
I went through the required interviews and they wanted to hire me but HR kept refusing to accept my state issued High School Equivalent Diploma.
answered on Jun 5, 2023
It's unclear from your question whether you were unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of your race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, color, age, disability, or pregnancy.
Remember that discrimination is "unlawful" only if you are a member of a protected class of... View More
I negotiated a 10% bonus in my offer letter. A lot of my peers did not. Company decided to roll out a new company wide plan where people at my same “grade” and title get a 20% bonus. They will not consider changing my rate because it is in my offer letter. Just because I negotiated a bonus when... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2023
You could have waited and not negotiated and you would probably have received the 20%. There isn’t much you can do since you accepted the 10%. You can always ask your superiors for the additional 10% since you signed in good faith.
The official reason was because he was in a safety sensitive position. However, he was never told his position was safety sensitive and his boss, his bosses boss and HR didn't know that information either. After going through three levels of leadership, they had to ask the VP of safety. How... View More
answered on Apr 26, 2023
In a general answer, yes you can be terminated for that. Same as a person driving after using medical marijuana can be arrested for DUI. Just because something has been made partially legal doesn’t trump other areas of law, or in this case business owners rights and responsibilities. With that... View More
I received a lump sum of Oklahoma pandemic unemployment insurance money a month after my husband filed divorce. It’s in an unknown account & he does not know about it. It was from 2020 and they just now paid it out 3 years later. We decided it was more beneficial I stay home with our baby... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2023
Your question is a technical one. If you divorce has not been finalized then more often than not this will be viewed as marital income and would be subject to splitting. Intentional hiding of money is a major issue that should be avoided. Based on your other facts there may be a way around this... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2023
I think you are referring to money. County court clerks usually combine court costs and fines (on multiple cases) so that individuals have 1 payment to handle each month.
My employer is requiring me to use my personal vehicle for work purposes. They are reimbursing mileage, so that is not the issue. The problem is that they would like me to transport computer equipment from one location to another. According to my auto insurance, their equipment I am transporting... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2023
If the obligations for the transportation of equipment are not included in your employment contract, then the employer cannot force you to do it. I would recommend you to conclude an additional agreement with the employer in which to prescribe all the conditions and responsibilities for the... View More
My boss when against company policy and made me other employees use metal files, and other tools not suitable for the job.
My job makes large electrical resin boxes that go in the ground, and it contains unsaturated, poly resin, silica, and fiberglass. The person who normally grinds the... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2023
You can start by reporting your experience to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). If you'd like to further consult with an attorney regarding this matter, an Oklahoma employment or personal injury attorney would likely be the best fit for your situation.
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