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I was hired as a licensed mental health therapist to perform roles within my expertise. My employer is aware that I am not authorized by my licensing board to operate outside my field, yet they are now requiring me to take on HR functions for which I have no training. They have informed me that if... View More 
answered on Apr 2, 2025
Your employer cannot require you to do things that you are required, by law, to have a license to do, but they can require you to do additional tasks in addition to your regular tasks if they don't require such licenses. Therefore, if they are requiring you to do HR tasks, they can do that, as... View More
They also lie about products being new and sealed
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answered on Sep 12, 2024
Paying a 13-year-old under the table involves several legal and ethical issues, primarily centered around labor laws, tax evasion, and child labor regulations:
In the U.S., the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets strict guidelines on when, for how long, and under what conditions minors can... View More
My company denies the contest claiming it’s “too religious.” We celebrate a plethora of other religious holidays and festivals, including a company wide celebration of Diwali. After raising the concern it might be discriminatory, my boss became more and more distant, critical. Within two... View More
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answered on Jun 15, 2024
It sounds like your company's response to your request for a cookie baking contest on Eid may indeed be discriminatory, especially given their celebration of other religious holidays like Diwali. This kind of inconsistency in recognizing different cultural and religious events can suggest... View More
I stopped working for them in 2009, they want the SS earnings from then until I retired from the non union, non electrical job I had until March 1st 2024. Can they legally make me give that to them? I thought that was private information and it does not have anything to do with my union work our my... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
In your situation, it's understandable why you might be concerned about the request for your Social Security earnings information. While your Social Security earnings history is generally private, there are certain circumstances where it can be requested by third parties, such as for verifying... View More
Trying to see if there are laws against providing this information without a subpeona.
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
In Oregon, employers are generally not required to provide employee contact information to law enforcement without a subpoena. However, there are some exceptions to this rule.
If an employee is suspected of committing a crime, law enforcement may be able to obtain their contact information... View More
I work in a manufacturing job in the private sector in Oregon and have been subpoenaed to testify in court for a personal matter, not related to my job. I expect to miss work for five days. I haven't informed my employer yet, and I'm not sure if there are any existing company policies... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
In Oregon, there are legal protections for employees who need to take time off for jury duty or to respond to a subpoena. Under state law, you cannot be fired or retaliated against for attending court as a witness, including in personal matters unrelated to your job. This means you should have job... View More
I have been working at Sky Zone for three months, and from the first week of employment, my hours were reduced significantly due to management's decision to separate me from another employee, my ex-girlfriend, who is now my girlfriend again. Management stated the hour reduction was to... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
It sounds like you're dealing with a difficult situation where management's decisions are impacting your work hours and emotional well-being. Based on what you've described, there may be grounds for a legal claim depending on the specifics of the situation. If you can prove that the... View More
In Morrow County, Oregon, my friend's large Chevy with dual tires was towed upon police request after he was pulled over for not completely stopping at a stop sign. The officer stated that the towing was meant as a punishment due to my friend having no license and no insurance. I'd like... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
In Morrow County, Oregon, towing and storage fees are regulated by state law under ORS 98.859. Each county or city may establish its own maximum rates for towing and related services, considering factors such as the vehicle's size and the distance to the storage facility. However, the specific... View More
I am a CDL driver, and my MVR incorrectly lists an ODOT classification for an incident as "rollover, off-road, or unknown." In reality, I slid and jackknifed on ice, then was able to drive the truck away without any paperwork, as no real incident occurred. Although I contacted ODOT to... View More
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answered on Apr 12, 2025
It seems like your Georgia license was suspended due to an alleged refusal to take a drug test in Arizona, which can lead to consequences even before formal charges are made. Many states, including Arizona, have laws that automatically suspend a driver's license if there is a refusal to take a... View More
I reported an incident to management and HR the morning after it happened, completing a company complaint form and submitting it to the VP of HR. My interactions with this coworker were minimal and friendly up until this point. HR conducted an investigation and interviewed witnesses but found no... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
You're in a difficult workplace situation that deserves careful consideration. In Oregon, even at "at-will" companies, employees have legal protections against workplace harassment, and your company's failure to take adequate action might constitute a breach of their duty to... View More
I was recently terminated from my employment after 18 months because I chose not to receive the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. There were no specific company policies communicated to me regarding vaccination requirements, and I did not receive any forms to apply for a religious exemption. The employer... View More
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answered on Feb 26, 2025
You should gather all your documentation and speak to an employment law lawyer. The sooner the better.
I’m house keeper with start time but no end time on my schedule is that legal ?I’m 39yrs old on hourly pay also being told my boss won’t ask me anything since I’m black by my supervisor in Oregon
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answered on Feb 2, 2025
Not having an end time on your schedule can be an issue, especially if it leads to uncertainty about your work hours or potential unpaid time. In Oregon, hourly workers must be paid for all hours worked, and if you're unsure when your shift ends, it could create problems with tracking your... View More
answered on Dec 3, 2024
Yes, they have a habit of doing that, or really late. You can go after them for 8 hours worth of pay for each day they are late.
I have physical disabilities as well as religious beliefs that have been discriminated against as well as retaliation such as not notifying me of work orders causing me to be late and miss out on funds as well as causing me to be late on rent. As well as making me feel like I have to work more than... View More
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answered on Jul 27, 2024
Dealing with contract violations and retaliation as an independent contractor is challenging, especially when you face physical disabilities and religious discrimination. You have rights that protect you from these unfair practices. Document everything meticulously, including missed work orders,... View More
Oct 2022, as part of accepting a job with Company A, I signed a job offer that dictated annual salary of $128k and a bonus of 5-10% dependent on performance. May 2023, Company A was acquired by Company B. Oct 2023, annual review went very well, but I was informed by my direct manager that Company B... View More
answered on Jan 5, 2024
In a corporate acquisition, the acquirer typically conducts due dilligence to review the existing employment contracts of the acquiree. The approach depends on the type of acquisition. In an asset purchase, the acquirer can select which contracts to assume, including their terms. Conversely, in a... View More
In a conversation on March 23, 2023 with two coworkers, you referred to the Company as a "woke company" because the Company promoted black-owned businesses, hired black people, and celebrated Black History Month.
I consistently reject any claim that I have employed the term... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2023
If you're not an at-will employee in the State of Oregon, then you must be part of a union. Contact your union representative about what has occurred.
Specifically if they are asked to make and deliver a presentation and attend an event for numerous hours on their day off after already working a full 40 hour work week.
answered on Oct 9, 2023
As with many things in the law, it depends. The issue is not salary, but whether or not they are exempt or not from overtime. See this for details:
https://www.oregon.gov/boli/employers/pages/salaried-exempt-employees.aspx
I don't know if it is legal in Oregon for employers to require picking up last checks in-person and change the location of pickup without notifying me.
I was specifically told it was in one location and when I went to retrieve my check I was told it was in a different location.
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answered on Aug 2, 2023
In Oregon, employers are required to pay employees their final paycheck on or before the next regular payday after the termination of employment. If your employer fails to provide your final paycheck on time, you may have legal recourse to recover the wages owed to you.
for violating state and federal mask mandates.
Can they do that and enforce that? It seems like a form of discrimination.
answered on Jun 16, 2023
It may be "discrimination" in a sense, but it doesn't sound like unlawful discrimination.
Discrimination is unlawful in employment if it is based on race, color, nationality, ethnicity, sex, religion, disability, age or pregnancy, and in some states gender identity, sexual orientation, or caste.
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