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His coworkers did nothing to help him, they just left him there on the ground. He was some how able to call a close friend to go drive the worksite and render aid to him. He was suffering sever cramps and could not move. His friend got there and saw him in very bad shape so he immediately called... View More 
answered on Sep 13, 2016
Contact a member of the Texas Trial Lawyers Assn who handles workers comp and construction site injuries. They give free consultations.
Was scheduled. To see specialist to discuss possibility. Of having. Back surgery I missed apt.3/4 du e to being sentenced to 6m. state jail.May attorney. Relieved self from my case. In july 19 i was released. Trying took pick back up with treatment for injury have hearing for benifit review.... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2016
Yes, either hire another lawyer or seek help from a DWC ombudsman. It would help with hiring a lawyer if you request a waiver of any fees owed from your previous lawyer because if another lawyer is hired, your previous lawyer is paid first. Also, even though an ombudsman's... View More
A independent contractor at my employer. Called me the "n word and said "f*** you you N*****" I feel very uncomfortable working in the same fasciity as the contractor. My manager gave the contractor a "30 day notice" because there contracts state that that's what the... View More
answered on Sep 10, 2016
Wow! I'm sorry you had to experience that. Depending on the employment relationship, you may have a reason to file a discrimination charge with the EEOC. However, it's not quite clear from the details you provided. I would suggest that you call an attorney and provide more detailed... View More
My boss told me she felt betrayed after i told her i broke my foot and cracked ankle
answered on Aug 31, 2016
Wow! I'm sorry to hear about what's going on. This can be hard especially after having been injured in the job. I would suggest that you speak to an attorney via phone to discuss the details. That would be the best place to start.
Got and injection and started to get better. Went back to work and hurt my back again. Was out for 1 week. WC paid me benefits. 1 month later got hurt again, Still worked. After work on friday my boss calls me at 9 pm tells me u have to go to a service call I told him I couldn't I took my pain... View More
answered on Aug 19, 2016
You may have a fight on your hands but you should still be entitled to benefits. I am not sure how anyone could tell you had been drinking from a telephone call but it appears you did the right thing telling them you could not come to work. As for termination, an employer can fire you for any... View More
If I am ineligible for FLMA with my employer but suffer from recurring ovarian cysts that debilitate me, can I legally be fired for my condition? If I have submitted documentation stating that it is indeed RECURRING, should I be allowed to be told it's mandatory to turn in Dr. notes every time?
answered on Aug 15, 2016
First, what makes you think that you are ineligible for FMLA? Have you confirmed such with your employer? Does your employer offer FMLA and considered your request properly? Second, if your health issue creates some sort of "disability," so as the condition causes you to seek treatment... View More
answered on Mar 25, 2016
Laws prohibiting workplace discrimination do not provide an immunity to a person who discriminates against a class to which the person belongs. Under Federal laws, typically only the employer can be sued for illegal discrimination, not individuals acting on the employer's behalf. Many state... View More
answered on Jun 25, 2014
Contact an attorney with expertise in discrimination cases.
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