A person allegedly said I said some words to him after work he didn't say we got in a fight or I threaten him they fired me because he say she say my word and his word that's it and I think they were wrong
answered on Mar 28, 2018
An employer can fire you for any reason at all in Virginia unless you have a contract or the reason behind firing you was based on unlawful discrimination (race; religion; gender; age; etc.). If an employer heard about you through another employee, regardless whether it was true or not, the... View More 
I am currently employed for a private company in the healthcare field it is a relatively small company however the owner of the company is not only a bad manager however I do believe some of the things that she does and says is questionable crossing the HR boundaries. For example she consistently... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2018
If you work for a private employer in Virginia with fewer than 15 employees, then you are not protected by federal anti-discrimination statutes that might otherwise give you a remedy for a "hostile work environment."
However, it sounds like what you are experiencing is not a... View More
I will have to take off work and told them they need to pay me. they said only for the pre deposition but they cannot pay me for the Plantiffs deposition time. I am ok to go if they pay me, they are paying my traveling expenses. But I have not worked for this company in almost a year
answered on Feb 23, 2018
Virginia Supreme Court Rule 4.2 applies to your situation. It is entitle "Depositions Before Action or Pending Action.
I know Va is an at will state, but I was just fired without warning based on false information about me provided by our executive director to our CEO. Nothing was done by either to determine the truthfulness of the information-nor was I even asked about the situation. I was just called in the phone... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2018
You certainly can file a lawsuit but you have the burden of proof so get your evidence and witnesses together since those will be required to support your claims.
answered on Feb 6, 2018
Clients are humans or, in the case of corporations, LLCs, and other entities, owned by humans, and humans are as varied as humans. Good lawyers get that. Great lawyers use it.
I work for a federal government agency (Org A), while representing and employed through Org A, I assisted a separate federal government agency (Org B) on a project. For my contributions upon completion of the project, Org B gave me a small monetary award. After a long 2-year HR process between Org... View More
answered on Jan 7, 2018
I'm very sorry that this happened. You should understand, though, that no matter how jarring or tortious an act may be that certain strict time limits apply. I believe that your factual scenario may touch upon two areas of the law - the first is state tort law and the second is federal... View More
I drive for uber and uber use third party background check company called chekr . checkr provided wrong and inaccurate information about me to uber then uber suspend my driving privilege. is it possible i held uber and checker liable for their neglect and what is my chances to bring them to... View More
answered on Oct 11, 2017
If Chekr is considered a consumer reporting agency it has obligations under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) to have reasonable procedures in place to assure maximum possible accuracy of the information reported. Simply put, it should have algorithms or other "If then" formulas in... View More
The injury was 3 maybe 4 years ago. I don't believe he filed anything with workmans comp. The chiropractor said I should not be lifting so the employer said he no longer needed me. Now several years later I have major back injuries that started with this initial back injury. Is there anything... View More
answered on Sep 25, 2017
The statute of limitations to file a claim is two years. You should have filed within that time. Your claim is most likely barred.
There are some limited exceptions but you would need to consult directly with an attorney to see if they might apply.
answered on Sep 22, 2017
You indicate you are a building contractor. You did not indicate how many employees you have. If you have two (2) or more employees regularly in service, then you need to provide workers' compensation coverage. If you sub out the electrical work, then the electrician is an independent... View More
Woman was in single occupant bathroom and supervisor audio recorded her in said bathroom without her knowledge from other side of the door and is threatening her with the recording.
answered on Sep 12, 2017
My law practice does not cover unauthorized recorded conversations. Sorry.
answered on Aug 19, 2017
Under current Virginia law, if there was an admission of guilt or a find of facts sufficient (usually in a first offender program), such a charge can NEVER be expunged (what folks mean when they say "seal").
Own Physicians. They will not accept them. I have agreed to see their doctor and now they want me to sign a release of information. This is no problem for me except my appointment is in a month and they are pressuring me hard to sign papers now. What am I missing?
answered on Jul 31, 2017
Under Virginia Workers Compensation law, you have the right to request a panel of 3 authorized physicians from the employer or its WC insurance company. Then you can pick your treating doctor from the panel. The employer/insurer also has the right to send you to an Independent Medical Exam (IME).... View More
To receive workmens comp benifits
answered on Jul 31, 2017
Yes, if your employer had more than 2 employees regularly in service in Virginia. You should file a Claim for Benefits with the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission and consult an experienced Virginia work comp attorney.
answered on Jul 31, 2017
For Virginia Workers Compensation, discovery usually entails evidence about the accident and injury, video surveillance of the accident and your post-injury activities, company policies, safety violations, preexisting conditions, job search information if released to light duty, etc. Do NOT respond... View More
answered on Jul 6, 2017
It depends on whether it is a criminal or civil matter. You should consult an attorney about the specifics of your situation.
answered on Jul 5, 2017
If done properly, everything comes out.
The key issues to address are property for equitable distribution, income and expenses for support, family history for custody and visitation, and the factors and circumstances leading to the dissolution of the marriage for both the grounds of divorce... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2017
So, what is the question? She asks the new broker to secure her insurance and hang her license, and she negotiated an agent agreement.
In 2015 I was unjustly suspended, denied reasonable accommodation, went through depression, and still having mental issues, because the union never let me see an arbitrator, and just settled the case, but the settlement specifically states that the lump sum payment was for the denial of light... View More
answered on Jun 26, 2017
I assume you have provided your federal tort claims act notice and received the notice that they will not be resolving it.
I believe you may file in Maryland but they may ask that it be transfered to virginia. You should get a consultation from an attorney that specializes in Post Offcie... View More
My wife works for Wal-Mart corp. She took a transfer from one store in Boynton Beach FL to Dublin, Va. Her start date was yesterday and when she went in they stated that she couldn't start because of a background check. She has been working for the corporation for over three years and already... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2017
Do you think it has something to do with discrimination? Why did they do a background check again after the transfer?
Speak with an attorney.
I had a case last year where I was wrongly accused of an assault charge and rape on an incapaciated adult. The case was non prossed or dismissed and the persons who harrassed me on the job and accused me was found to be the perpetrator. Will the issue of it be it being on my record although... View More
answered on May 2, 2017
"Nolle prossequi" means the prosecution has decided not to pursue the charge but may be able to bring it again in the future. It is technically different from an outright dismissal. You may want to speak to a local attorney about the possibility of expunging the charge as it appears the... View More
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