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In Florida, how does unemployment work after receiving lump sum of severance?
I am in Florida. I was laid off and given a severance package for 3 months to be paid out biweekly. It has been paid out bi-weekly until 1/15 when the company decided that it would pay out the remaini... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Update to my question... I am in Florida and wondering if I have a chance at winning an appeal?
I am in Florida. I was laid off and given a severance package for 3 months to be paid out biweekly. It has been paid out bi-weekly until 1/15 when the company decided that it would pay out the remaini... applies to Florida · 2 answers

What goes on line 8, Section 2 if one lump sum?
On FL U.I. Online- line 8, Section 2 it asks for dates covered in severance (a required field ), the payout will be a one-lump sum. We have not sent in the signed severance packet because we needed ti... applies to Florida · 0 answers

full time teacher and coach paid on contract: lump sump for season. Had surgery at the end of summer; can they dock my coaches lump sum pay for days missed?
paid on yearly contract for teaching - monthly paydays. Coaching contract lump sum payment over 3 month period. End of summer had surgery; can HR deduct wages from coaching contract pay? applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Do i qualify for unemployment with a lump sum severance in Indiana?
Hello - I received a lump sum severance package in Indiana due to reorganization/buyout at my company. I was told to go ahead and apply for unemployment.... they gave it to me...and now they are askin... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Received severance lump sum, TN, denied unemployment. I am awaiting an appeal hearing as I understand the law states if it is a lump sum payment then its not distributed, it was taxed at the gift tax rate, will I win an appeal?
Separation letter states severance pay, severance agreement states lump sum payout taxed at 22%. I was denied unemployment and I have appealed. Doesn’t the law state if it was a lump sum and not dis... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I may be stretching. But in lieu of me being told I would qualify for unemployment immediately because the severance was dispersed in a 'lump sum.' I received my rejection for the period until 'lump sum' is exhausted. This is an assessment from ODJFS. Yes
Seems a bit unfair because the lump sum is half of my regular pay, yet they want me to treat the period as regular when it virtually reflects half the time. Not only was my group laid off, but there a... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

COVID Layoff, then a lump sum payment (likely PPP loan related)...should I be claiming unemployment?
COVID-related: I was given a lump sum intended to equal my pay from May 31 until July 31. Some posts on here advise I do not qualify for unemployment benefits until after July 31, others suggest the d... applies to Florida · 0 answers

In Florida, how does unemployment work after receiving lump sum of severance?
My last day is Sept 30th and I will receive lump sum severance in October for 40 weeks. What is the current answer for 2019. applies to Florida · 0 answers

I am employed in Delaware and am receiving a lump sum severance payment as my role was eliminated. Can i file for unemployment? When do i file and what would i be eligible for?
I am employed in Delaware. My position is being eliminated and i will receive a 2 month severance lump sum. Can i file for unemployment? When do i file (immediately? After the lump sum is paid? after ... applies to Delaware · 0 answers

Should I pursue appealing denial of unemployment compensation due to lump sum severance pay?
I received a year's wages in one lump sum in a severance pkg upon leaving my job due to office closure. I filed for unemployment benefits (TN) but was denied due to severance pay. They informed me of ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

lump sum payment
i received a lump sum payment when my plant closed. It was not a pension and not severance. my paperwork even stated so. It was stated as such on my paper work. Is this deductible on a weekly basis or... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Just started getting unemployment an got it for a year can I get a lump sum instead of weekly
How to get a lump sum instead of weekly applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Nevada lump sum severance pay
State: Nevada I was recently laid off. I signed an agreement with my employer that includes non-compete, non-disparagement, non-disclosure clauses as well as a waiver to the right to any commissions o... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

I live in FL and receiving a lump sum sev pkg, do I have to wait till Severance depleted to collect?
I am losing my job due to re-allocation of position to another state. I will receive a severance pkg in one lump sum. This will be equal to one years pay, do I have to wait one year before I can colle... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is an employer allowed to change their mind after the fact about severance allocation?
When I was laid off, I opted to take a severance package rather than be placed on a recall list. I asked my employer twice whether the payments would be counted as lump sum or allocated over several w... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

Hi I would like to know I'm being laid off with a lump sum severance, can I apply for unemployment?
I'm getting a lump sum this month would like to know if I can apply for unemployment? applies to Florida · 1 answer

company closed under warn act but am told that NYS Unemployment benefits won't be paid till my lump sum payout ends. Is that legal?
since I was laid off due to site closing and given a lump sum payment, NY Unemployment denied my claim until after money runs out. I thought payments under warn act did not affect unemployment eligibi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Lump sum Separation pay received 2 months after Michigan unemployment claim filed.
My employment ended mid October. I was told by payroll to file for unemployment right away, but waited to file the following week since I received my final pay Friday of the same week employment ended... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

How would a lump sum from a settlement agreement affect your SDI, SSDI and SSI benefits?
If you sign a settlement agreement that waives your rights to sue and then received a lump sum for signing that document. Would this need to be reported to EDD for SDI or to Social Security for SSDI o... applies to California · 1 answer

Ohio unemployment appealing denial because of severance
I saw an answer on MEL (I-was-denied-unemployment-because-of-my-lump-sem-severance-package) Is there anyway to appeal the denial of benefits because of a lump sum severance. Ohio unemployment has dete... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am being let go in Ohio and am going to receive 45 weeks of "severance"
It is my understanding that the "severance" will be paid in a lump sum. Am I correct in assuming that I can apply and receive unemployment compensation after declaring this lump sum on the first week ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How do I complete a W-4 for a lump sum severance?
I have just signed a letter of agreement to receive a lump sum severance payment. I obviously would like to minimize my tax payment on this money. How to I complete my W-4 to save on taxes?? I've been... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Lump sum severage payment promised on last day not received. Told 6 wks. Unemployment?
Hello Mel: I did look at your severance FAQ section but I don't believe the unemployment question was addressed. I worked nearly 5 years as a full-time employee for a major company here in Phoenix. I ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can a company change the method of severance payout if it was agreed to of a condition of a merger?
The publicly traded telecommunications company that I currently work for was merged (purchased by) another company nearly a year ago. As part of the conditions of approval of the deal by the FCC and/o... applies to California · 0 answers

I'm in Florida and have been told that my job ends on 6/30; they are offering us severance in a lump sum, following the 60 day WARN period which begins July 1. If I find employment between 7/1 and 8/31 (the WARN period), will it invalidate my right to a s
Job is being relocated, not discontinued, but the company is offering a lump sum payout, following a 60 day WARN period, which will begin 7/1/15. If I accept a position during this 60 days, are they s... applies to Florida · 1 answer

We are a FL based construction company, about to do some lay offs. Some of the employees have unused lump sum PTO. Is the employer obligated to pay out the unused PTO?
Employees that have been given notice of upcoming layoff are requesting pay out of their lump sum, unused PTO. Is the employer obligated to pay out? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Company states no access to pension or 401K during salary continuance
My Cerritos, California facility was closed yesterday and 50 of us are laid off with salary continuance. Mine is for 40 weeks. My (ex)employer states I cannot access my pension, either enact annuity n... applies to California · 0 answers

In the State of Florida, if you are paid severance for a number of weeks in a one lump sum, are you allowed to collect unemployment or do you have to wait until the severance weeks are depleted?
I was laid off due to a reduction in workforce. My employer offered a severance agreement of 9 weeks payable in one lump sum. Can I still collect unemployment benefits during those 9 weeks or do I hav... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Severance package and agreement release
Hello . I was laid off due to lack of work. My employer gave me a package containing the choice to receive a lump sum equivalent to 8 weeks of pay if I gave up my rights to sue and so on. I did not lo... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Relocation Repayment for a Temporary Foreign worker
I was transferred to the the US on an L1-A visa by the Employer last year. (Resignation in my home country and fresh offer in the US). However I have resigned because the role offered to me did not ma... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Lump sum, release-of-claims severance agreement: any impact on SDI benefits?
Hello. I was fired from my job at the end of 2015. I have been receiving SDI benefits for a disability, and the benefits are set to run out in July. I am contemplating signing a severance agreement to... applies to California · 0 answers

Hi Neil - My company of 20 years is eliminating my position. I work in the office and the only other job available is on the factory floor which I cannot physically do. I am meeting with them today to discuss my options. If I receive a lump sum severance
My job is being eliminated and I am having a meeting today to discuss my options. I have been with my company for 20 years. If my company gives me a lump sum severance package, am I able to collect un... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

From a tax standpoint is it better to take a lump sum payout or biweekly payment ?
From a tax standpoint which is better to take a lump sum payout or biweekly payment. This is for tax purposes. applies to California · 0 answers

Is a lump sum settlement for age discrimination taxable. I did get a 1099 for it.
I received a w 2 for half of it. applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I read that it is KY state law for an employer to pay an employee for their unused vacation time (with pto being considered vacation time) when that employee is terminated. But when I speak to HR about it they say that they do not give pto payouts to term
I read that it is KY state law for an employer to pay an employee for their unused vacation time (with pto being considered vacation time) when that employee is terminated. But when I speak to HR abou... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

If I accepted a settlement to not file a lawsuit does the payment still count as income for taxes?
I planned to file a lawsuit against my former employer over withheld wages. I was offered a settlement explicitly to not file a suit. Is it still considered income/wages for the sake of taxes or is it... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

was laid off late February 2018 and employer instead of lump sum severance kept me on payroll for 6 months. While receiving the monthly payments I have applied to over 160 jobs and have no offer of employment. Was told I could not apply for unemployment u
Was laid off late February 2018 and employer kept me on payroll for 6 months, rather than giving me a lump sum severance. Have applied to over 160 jobs with no offers. Was told I could not apply for N... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is offer from company considered "comparable employment"
I relocated from CA to take on a senior level position. They offered a lump sum for relocation that has to be paid back if I leave company in 2 years. My senior level position was recently eliminated ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Relocation Reimbursement
Our company is relocating its headquarters in CA to another city that is farther than the current location and it has triggered an actionable event situation. They gave everyone a notification letter ... applies to California · 0 answers

If I have a signed severance agreement stating that I am receiving 15 weeks pay and benefits and the $$ will be paid out in bi-weekly installments until paid in full, and then after a few paychecks, they pay the balance out in a lump sum (effectively canc
The signed separation letter states 15 weeks pay, another e-mail from the VP of Human Resources (who write the separation letter) states benefits are part of the severance. Letter says the sum total w... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Worked for company in WI for 26 years, severance package to those admin staff 55 and older was lump sum pay at 1 week for every year worked. Can I collect unemployment comp?
Worked for company in WI for 25 years, severance package to those admin staff 55 and older was lump sum pay at 1 week for every year worked. Can I collect unemployment comp until I find a job? applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

An employee moved from PA to Utah during the severance payouts. The state tax withholding changed to UT. Former employee claims the state withholding should have been PA , the company is in PA. Is the employee correct and should the company issue a W2c?
The former employee moved from PA to UT during the time she was receiving severance payouts . Her address was changed in ADP as well as state tax withholding information. All of her severance payouts ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Hi I Would Like To Know I'm Being With A Lump Sum Severance, Can I Apply For Unemployment? in texas
i was with the company 8.5 years and was terminated without notification and lost my job upon notification applies to Texas · 0 answers

If I collect a lump sum severance from a Georgia company, then I go home to Oklahoma, can I collect unemployment from Oklahoma?
If I collect a lump sum severance from a Georgia company, then I go home to Oklahoma, can I collect unemployment from Oklahoma? applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Separation Agreement and Employer Filing Conflict
I signed a separation agreement that says 'pay as soon as receive papers for # of weeks". The agreement reads as a 'lump sum.' However, the employer has filed it differently stating that they will pay... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

can you apply for unemployment while on severance pay weekly or in a lump sum?
The company I work for is releasing all of their employees due for closing the plant and moving the equiment to other locations outside New York state. applies to New York · 0 answers

Florida employee. Unemployed now. Received lump sum severance at termination time (RIF) to equal two months' pay, but no current payments or income. Can I receive unemployment now, during 2 months following termination?
Florida employee. Unemployed now. Received lump sum severance at termination time (RIF) to equal two months' pay, but no current payments or income. Can I receive unemployment now, during the 2 month ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Hello - I was working in Florida and was laid off 3/31/2021 due to a reduction of force (COVID). I was paid approximately 9 weeks of severance in one lump sum payment. I've been battling with the FL DEO (long story I won't go into), and now they're saying
see question applies to Florida · 0 answers

After 16 yrs of service ny employer eliminated my position, although i applied for other's i wasn't selected and given a lump sum payment, but when i saw my final pay theu took out over $4000 in deductions, so I'm thinking instead of 3 months paid its act
Need advice applies to Florida · 0 answers

My company is closing down and has offered severance and 25% stay on bonus weekly.
However this is to be paid out weekly after termination has begun. Not as a lump sum. will this prevent us from receiving for unemployment untill these miniscule payments stop? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

what% of taxes should be taken out of a lump sum severance payout?
I received a severance package and was taxed at 37.5%. My employer at the time told me that i would be taxed at 20-25%. applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

Mel, I was recently terminated for theft of money. I paid myself out money that was owed to me from company expenses, I had receipts for most, some things I did not have receipts for. I'm a general manager and we are authorized to perform payouts for expe
I returned fuel on accident instead of hitting the payout button on the register. So I was investigated as to the fuel returns. That's when the payouts came into question. So I was terminated for thef... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I did not receive unepmloyment because of my severance package. Other is my compa ny did do I have
Myself and several of my co workers were let go the same day and received the same lump sum severance. Some have received the un/employment. Shouydn't I be entitled to the same? applies to New York · 1 answer

Was My Relocation Agreement Voided
I signed a relocation agreement but then left the company due to many other circumstances. In the agreement it states: "If Executive is required to reimburse COMPANY pursuant to this Agreement,Executi... applies to Texas · 0 answers

In response to the answer of my first question
We all received lump sum severance and it was about 2 weeks after we were let go. Why would severance be received at different times I was originally told the 30 and then it was moved up to the 18th S... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have to payback lump severance? I was tricked to retire retroactive to severance day.
I was involuntarily terminated. Later I signed the severance agreement and I received a severance lump sum and other severance benefits. After that, I believe I was tricked to change my retirement sta... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Severance offer and rehire in Maryland
My job is being eliminated for budgetary reasons. I am being offered a severance package at ~38 weeks. Ironically the same company but different dept is offering me a job. Should I take the lump sum s... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I was laid off for a mass layoff/buyout due to covid 19 and entered the 2000180 code into the Ohio Job and Family Services Claim. My employer recently paid me for my unused vacation time for three weeks and will also give me a lump sum severance based off
I was laid off for a mass layoff/buyout due to covid 19 and entered the 2000180 code into the the Ohio Job and Family Services Claim. My employer recently paid me for my unused vacation time for three... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Seeking to minimize the tax impact of the settlement of an employment discrimination claim
I would like to structure a settlement using an annuity purchased by the employer to spread the receipts over several years, to avoid higher tax rates from a lump sum payout. How do I ensure that this... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Employer denies involuntary leave in layoff with severance choice
I was recently laid off and offered a severance package. There are two options, take a lump sum payment or a weekly payment. If I take the lump, my employer states that they will consider this a volun... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal that minimum wage settlement denied as payment to qualify for unemployment insurance?
I wasn't paid anything for working at my job so I could not claim unemployment, so I filed a minimum-wage case and won a settlement which was paid in one lump sum. However now the New York unemploymen... applies to New York · 0 answers

I received my bonus check with taxes taken out even though I told him I wanted it in one lump sum.
Out of the $5,000 promised I received $3,060. I wanted to be the one to dictate how I wanted to process taxes on it. He said oops sorry. Nothing I can do about it now. Is there any recourse for me? Is... applies to California · 0 answers

Whistle Blowing in Private Industry
If an employee (whistle blower) provides information about another employee's (executive management)embezzlement activities and that private employer treats the whistle blower differently than other e... applies to California · 1 answer

Severance pay and Ohio Unemployment
I received a lump sum severance where it states it is the cash equivalent of 6 months of my gross base pay. ODJS is stating I cannot collect unemployment until after the 6 month period since the sever... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer change severance agreement? So I was laid of last week and was given a severance letter upon leaving the building stating I would get a certain amount of $$. At the time when I was bei... applies to New York · 0 answers

2018 Florida Unemployment Insurance. How does it work regarding severance?
I received a lump sum severance on 11/1/2018. May I apply to collect unemployment starting the next week Sunday 11/4/2018 since I will have no income coming in? Plus the owner put 33% to the IRS for w... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I was let go because of the covid effects in my industry and we agreed on a severance including a lump sum payment. Then I realized they made a tax deduction on the amount that we agreed and that is in the contract. While the contracts says my severance i
when I got relocated to US for this job, I was also offered a relocation package where the company paid me a certain amount of money net and I've reminded them this very fact. applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Whistle Blowing in Private / Public Industry #2
If an employee (whistle blower) provides information about another employee's (executive management)embezzlement activities and that private employer treats the whistle blower differently than other e... applies to California · 1 answer

In Florida, can I work during severance payout period without affecting my ability to collect?
In Florida, I am getting a lump sum severance payment that covers 3.5 months. I understand that I cannot collect unemployment until that period ends. But will I be penalized if I work during that peri... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Im a server in a hotel bar in CA, which sometimes has special events which are usually “open bar” so free to the guests of the event. The host of the events paid the hotel a lump sum, automatic gratuity was added, then divided between staff working th
Im a server in a hotel bar in CA, which sometimes has special events which are usually “open bar” so free to the guests of the event. The host of the events paid the hotel a lump sum, automatic gr... applies to California · 0 answers

How does severance pay affect unemployment benefits?
My husband is losing his job after 25 years. They are offering him a year of severance pay that will be paid out in a lump sum on January 3rd, 2014. Will he be able to file on January 4th and start co... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Due to merger new company offered me severance package can I collect unemployment?
Worked for my company for 8.5 years I live in Maryland company is located in California the severance package was based on one week for every year with company so lump sum severance is for 8.5 weeks c... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

I was placed on long-term disability from my employment in April 2016. I recently applied for Social Security benefits. I was told if I received a lump sum payment from Social Security, I would need to repay the amount of money I received from long term i
I have had seven spinal surgeries. I have been declared by long-term insurance as being totally disabled. I was told by the long-term insurance company I needed to apply for Social Security benefits. ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

severance pay
Is it legal to have an employee keep working as they "close up shop" and be paid their severance pay during that time? Also, when severance pay is offered, is it usually paid in one lump sum or as the... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Do I have to report severance pay to the South Carolina unemployment office?
My company is downsizing and laying me off after 15 years. They are giving me 15 weeks severance pay in one lump sum. Do I have to report the severance pay when I file for unemployment in the state of... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

filing cal unemployment form asks for severance amount and date to and from,know amount but have not received yet,can i file now
form asks for amount of severance, and dates to and from,its a lump sum can i file now or have to wait for date i receive and then file applies to California · 0 answers

Can management decide to pay severance to some employees and not others?
Our company is going out of business and everyone was laid off this month. There are 5 directors and a CEO. Three of the 5 directors are receiving 4 weeks severance pay. The CEO is receiving a large l... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

I was recently informed that my position was eliminated and was offered severance pay. I requested for money to be put into my 401k for which my employer said they would not. Are they legally required to do so in ca if employee requests.
I work for a hospital. My position has been eliminated and i was offered severance which will be paid lump sum. I have worked here for 27 years I asked for some of the money to be putinto 401k to redu... applies to California · 1 answer

I was interviewed and offered RSU around 3 years back. This will be payed in three tranches over next three year of my employment. I accepted the offer as it was really good one. After two payouts employer came and said it was a mistake in offer and I hav
I was interviewed and offered RSU around 3 years back. This will be payed in three tranches over next three year of my employment. I accepted the offer as it was really good one. After two payouts emp... applies to New York · 0 answers

My previous employer breached my severance contract, signed by myself and the CEO. I've asked when will I receive payments and they have not answered any of my emails. The amount in question: $2,990. Should I go thru small claims court?
The contract states a lump sum of $11k. They broke up into 3 payments. The 3rd payment of $2,900 was dependent on the laptop return. Tracking states the laptop was returned, but no payment was receive... applies to California · 0 answers

I live and I was previously employed in the state of Ohio. I worked for my previous employer for 12 years 8 months. My employer paid severance 2 weeks for every year of service. I was told by an atty that I should wait for ~6 months before applying for un
Salary > max benefit amount ~13 wk tenure with Ohio Company I Live in Ohio I Received one check (lump sum) for 25 weeks of severance Should I apply for unemployment as it has been 4 months since laid ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Salary Cap/Bonus
1. My employer decided to put a year salary cap. Therefore any inflation raises are paid to me in a lump sum and does not get included on the overall pay. 2. My employer bought my past company and con... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am being offered a 10 week severance pay. if I am still unemployed how will this affect my unemployment benefits in arkansas?
I am being offered a 10 week pay severance package. to be paid on regular paydays. either in one lump sum. or. 3 installments at employer discretion. my question is how will this affect my unemploymen... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

I was laid off in Ohio. Applied for and have been receiving UI with Cares Act funding for 5 weeks. Am currently appealing date used to determine elegibility amount as ODJFS is using the last date of employment rather that date of furlough (which does impa
Worried accepting severance in lump sum worth 4 weeks pay will risk losing federal cares act support and subsequently limit $$ in the long run. Employer can’t tell me how the severance is reported. ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I received a severance package for 28 weeks which is longer than normal unemployment benefits. Even after the 28 weeks I have been unable to secure a job. Will I then be allowed to file for unemployment?
I received 28 weeks worth of severance pay in a lump sum. I assumed I would be able to get a job in this period. Unfortunately this hasn't happened. I never filed for unemployment. Being that unemploy... applies to Florida · 1 answer

An employee will be receiving a severance pay at the end of the month. The employee would not like to receive the severance. Instead, he would like the expected severance payout to be included as part of his 401k contribution. The employee is 56.
Employee is seeking to have lump sum severance payment made as a contribution to 401k plan. He would not like to receive the payment. Instead, he wants the severance to be contributed directly to 401k... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Are my paid time off hours considered accrued if they're written in a bank on my paystub?
I recently quit my part time job. I had 20 vacation hours, 25 optional week hours, and 4 optional day hours. Those other hours are treated exactly as vacation, except during the optional week we can c... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can an employer distinguish vacation hours accrued from prior ownership for final paycheck?
Our company has implemented a "use it or lose it" policy but to help employees with high balances they are allowing a one time carryover and some vacation payouts. However, with one employee (on admin... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can I collect unemployment if I just received a lump sum severance package?
The company I work for just merged with another company and approximately 80% of the employees are being laid off, including myself. The severance packages are from 3 months to 6 months payout dependi... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Collecting Umployment on Seperation Pay
My company is laying off 8000 employees and is offering a Seperation Plan that pays out 2 weeks for every year plus 8 weeks and any vacation. This is not a lump sum payment so every 2 weeks employees ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am losing my job due to reduction in force and I am being paid 8 months salary in severance. I am told they plan on paying me on a pay card in one lump sum. My bank is a small independent bank and does not take the cards. Am I entitled to a check if I r
Do I have the right to request a check for severance instead of a pay card (credit card). The check will be rather large and my bank does not accept the pay cards. No bank will allow me to get the ful... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Percentage of Commissions with held
I have no contract, only a written agreement of what my salary and commission compensation would be when I started my managers job 3 1/2 years ago. My first year I was on a guaranteed salary/commissio... applies to Texas · 1 answer

how will a 401k distribution effect an UN-opened claim
I was laid off last tuesday and on friday had a pre-scheduled meeting to roll over my 401k, to my local bank, into an IRA. The intention was to be able to take a lump sum payment, due to serious econo... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Florida Employee job eliminated severance one month after laid off.
Florida Employee job eliminated. Received Lump sum Severance pay one month after termination date (equal to 12 weeks pay before taxes). I had no income for month prior to receiving the severance was I... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Holding severance for unpaid travel allowance.
I was recently laid off. I signed a severance package stating I would receive a lump sum payment of 1 month's salary along with the week I had already worked along with unused vacation time. This tota... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Can my employer pay out severance in a lesser amount than stated in the severence contract?
I was recently laid off from my job due to company bankruptcy. We were all offered severance in exchange for signing a contract giving up rights to sue etc. Before I signed my contract I learned that ... applies to California · 0 answers

if i settled a discrimination lawsuit and a portion was done as wages and balance was considered the pain and suffering would I be rightfully listed as 'self employed contractor' and required to pay all taxes even the employer portion ?
I had a settlement paid out to me and had two different checks one of which the employer did pay check as if back pay and the second portion was considered I believe the pain and suffering (can't reme... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Unpaid wages and employer threatening
Hi sir, I would like to know whether I could claim my wages from employer, who made me work when I was in the process of transition from an f-1 visa to an h-1 visa, I started the work after getting a ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I haven't received my severance pay in the time frame provided.
Hi, my employment was eliminated effective august 17th. I received a severance agreement and signed it effective august 25th. In the agreement in paragraph 2, section a, it says my lump sum will be re... applies to California · 1 answer

Can they take money out of my paycheck?
My place of employment is telling me they are going to take $250 out of my paycheck. A few months ago there was a malfunction at work and one of the computers was not printing drawer change slips. The... applies to Florida · 0 answers

In live in colorado, is it legal for my employer to take me off the schedule without firing me or a formal suspension of sum sort?
I came in to work and was sent home for being late. The next day I was taken off the schedule. I asked my manager why and was told I needed to speak to the GM who is out of town for 2 weeks. He said I... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Relocation Payback
Trying to determine if I am obligated to pay back my relocation expenses. I started July 26, 2010. I have been paid a lump sum, expenses, and house closing costs through June 15, 2011. I am planning o... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Severance trick
I understand a severance package may be non negotiable. Is it necessary to outline this term in the language of the package? Is it proper to offer wages owed to me as a part of a package? It is an amo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I make a claim for unpaid wages after I already signed a severance release?
I have been working two management roles as an exempt employee for five months, but only receiving my normal salary for only one management role. I am now involuntarily leaving under a massive lay off... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

WAGES NOT PAID FOR 1.5 YEARS
I worked for a companyfor 8 years as their sales person. I was not paid any wages from (approx) June 2001 to Dec 2002. I continued to work with them, even travelling overseas on assignments. I was alw... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wage cuts
My employer hired me and my co-workers in at different wages. Above what the hiring shift wages are and now after almost a year (year for some) he wants to cut our wages. Some of the employees would h... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Pension funding dropped in partnership buyout
I have been an employee of a company for 23 years receiving funding for a pension which provided unreduced retirement benefits (with a medical benefit) at age 55 for me. Four years ago I took a positi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non Payment of Severance
My wife has a severance agreement for six months pay. The company refuses to pay on the agreement. In Florida is this considered non-payment of wages? Can we get attorney fees? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a job drop your wages with out any notice all because u quit
Wages applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Employee Quiting with Wages Owed to Employer
Employee took vacation and then quit and owes wages to Employer. What is Ohio's law regarding deducting wages from last paycheck? Everything I am searching says Ohio law is silent on the issue. Also, ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer transfer wages for the past year from one state to another
I have been approved for unemployment in Texas(my home State) although I worked in Louisiana on a project. My employer paid wages in TX for the first quarter this is why I am able to claim there. The ... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

unpaid wages
I live in Cleveland OH and my employer lives in Las Cruces, NM. I have a written contract for two years of employment at a set wage, payable monthly. Last year my employer asked that I defer my wages ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Severance - Wages vs. Assets
My current position was eliminated and I was given 60 days notice with an additional 8 weeks severance payable at the same schedule as my previous wages. Immediately following my layoff, I was served ... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

TWC files lien for employees back wages
My employer owes me back wages of approx. 6k. I filed with TWC who found in my favor and TWC has filed a lien on the company for my wages. TWC says there is nothing else that can be done other than pu... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Severance Pay and Disability
I am in a union and have a severance policy in place for the last five years. It does not address my situation. The policy states you must apply for the severance by October 15 and request your retire... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

non-payment of wages
I worked for a medical office for a few days under a verbal aggreement. There have been many promises and excuses but I have not received my promised wages. Now the owner is not answering my calls or ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer keep my wages after I quit?
I quit my job, and told my employer to keep the wages I was owed. The amount I am owed is over $1200. I understand under MA law that the employer still has to pay someone who quits, but payment does n... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

What if u quit a job but the job says u did a no call no show and mail the last check but they drop my wages to min wage can she do this with out a notice or even in the hand book
Wages dropped applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Final Wages
Does the law require an employer to pay final wages within 48 hours of termination? applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was recently affected by a company laid off in Florida. They did not payout unused PTO days. Hourly employees earn vacation and sick pay... they received payouts. Salaried employees earn PTO days to use for days off whether sick or
See question applies to Florida · 1 answer

If I don't get paid for my part time job for almost 5 weeks, do I have the right to get the wages back?
I was hired as a part time helper in a clinic in China Town NYC since end of February. I kept asking the employer the time I should get paid. but she did not answer me. I did not sign any employment c... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unpaid Wages - Options
My ex-employer (who is the sole owner of the company) owes me for past wages of over $5,000. At the time, I was a salaried employee. My question is - Can I file a lien against his property without fil... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

In Massachusetts, are employees considered at will?
If an employee continues to pose a health risk to other employees(head lice)--is that considered an unlawful discharge??? applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

legality and fairness of bosses guidelines of travel time wages
My Question concerns travel time. My Job requires me to travel long distences from our shop to go to work. my boss doesn't feel he should pay us for our time to make the trip for him. Here is his guid... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What are my rights, what is reasonable, and how do I know that I'm not getting screwed?
I was a VP for a small firm (only there for about 3 months) - prior to this, I worked hard for 30 years or so and never had any problems with any employer. After a discussion with my employer last wee... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

How do you figure the worth of a claim
In a discrimination claim, how do you figure the worth of your claim? Can the loss of your life insurance coverage be considered a loss? How do you figure any back pay that maybe considered? And what ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can an employer refuse to pay an "independant contractor" wages for start up business?
I have a question regarding wages owed. My father worked for someone who was trying to start up a business. There was no contract established, but according to the employer he was an "independant cont... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

How to handle unpaid wages
In my job I get paid wages and mileage. For the past 8 weeks my check has been shorted both mileage and wages (I get paid 2 times a month) my boss has cut hours including over time and miles out of my... applies to California · 0 answers

Nonpayment of Wages
I'm a non immigrant worker(on H1-B work permit).I worked for a company based in Tampa,Florida.In March 2005,I decided to quit, by giving 2 weeks� notice period(as per policy).The company pays wages on... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can an employer garnish my wages for a broken laptop?
Simply put I spilled my drink on a work computer and it needed to be replaced. Is it legal for them to hold me liable for that laptop and garnish my wages for the cost of a new one? applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a background check hold me accountable.
I was recently hired on at a company I previously worked for as a seasonal worker and wanted to go back this season. Well they conducted a background check and stated I was convicted of a misdemeanor ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Does the stated dollar amount in a severance package trump the math, even when math is incorrect?
The agreement says that the Employee (me) will be paid the cash equivalent of "Nineteen (6) weeks of Employee's gross base salary. The aforementioned gross dollar amount will be paid to Employee in a ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

CAN I CLAIM LOST WAGES?
I WANTED TO KNOW IF I COULD SEEK LOST WAGES FROM MY EMPLOYER FOR FALSELY ACCUSING ME OF ABUSE OF A PATIENT, I WAS UNDER INVESTIGATION WHICH WENT ON A MONTH AND THEN RECEIVED A LETTER THAT THEY COULDNT... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Retention package FMLA
My company is located in California. Some employees including me were provided a retention bonus during org restructuring and the company provided me the retention bonus as long as I will be actively ... applies to California · 0 answers

severance pay and effect on earned income for earned income tax credit
I recently learned that my job was closing our branch. Iwas given a package for a signing bonus and severance pay for 16 weeks. Will my severance pay be considered as earned income for tax purpose. Wi... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Would taking maternity leave impact the eligibility of getting the retention bonus?
My company is located in California. Some employees including me were offered the retention bonus as long as I will be actively employed for nine months at a satisfactory performance level. The wordin... applies to California · 1 answer

I was employed with a healthcare agency, worked hours, participated in educational training, and pu
Recently I was hired by an agency to provide mental health services in a middle school to several children. I worked for the agency one month and was terminated. After termination I sought my wages bu... applies to Florida · 1 answer

can a company decrease your base weekly wages?
Can a retail company decrease your wages due to a demotion applies to New York · 0 answers

My employer has suspended my severance payout due to the final sale of the company? Is this legal?
I have a signed contract entitling me to 26 weeks of bi-weekly payments. Company was sold and severance payouts were suspended pending final sale of the company. No the answers I get is that the list ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

2 week notice given: Released early
I gave my 2 week notice on the 18th of Dec with january 1st being my last day, and to my surprise, my last day was 5 days following my notice. It was brough to my attention that they let me go early s... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

per diem and wages
Per Diem definition and states Per Diem is NOT part of Compensated Wages. applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

I've been laid off after working for the same company 3 years. Trying to file unemployment I'm told the company never filed my wages earned or never paid taxes on my wages. What am I to do??
Been laid off & denied unemployment due to employers mistake applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

LCA prevailing wages-actual pay
I was here(USA) on student visa and now I'm on H1B visa, my LCA application states I need to be paid or prevailing wages are $46530/year.But my employer pays me only $42000/yr. Now, the problem is, I'... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is this considered retaliation?
My fire dept recently received a payment for wages that were not paid correctly over the last 5 years totaling around $500,000. Within one month of receiving the money, the city has taken away overtim... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Can termination letter with offer to pay wages be rescinded and replaced?
I was terminated for at-will reason and given an executed letter stating I would be paid through the end of the month and receive severance if I signed release agreement. Three days later, employer re... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I am collecting unemployment in WA and have a question of what is considered self employment
1) I am 1% owner of an LLC that is taxed as a partnership. WA unemployment office is asking me if I am self-employed, and for how long. Is being a member of an LLC considered self-employment? 2) I sta... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Do I have a chance to sue even after signing waiver (under duress)?
Hello, Worked for two years for a company. in mid-town New York City. Last year around March became ill with what was then an unknown issue. Had stents put into my heart, but still had issues where I ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unpaid Wages
I was laid-off in February 2003 & my ex-employer still owes me for wages & expenses. I filed my claim with the IL Department of Labor in January 2004 & just received a letter from them indicating that... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Should my attorney have filed a 1099 for a physical injury, emotional distress settlement?
Won settlement. $15k was issued to me by employer(defendant). That was taxed and considered back wages. The remaining money was sent to attorney to be distributed. Atty sent me a 1099, line 7! Should ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Should severance contract be signed using incorrect language?
Our company is not renewing their lease and employees will be laid off as of Oct 31,2019. They have offered a month severance, but instead if using “separation/lay-off” in our severance agreement,... applies to California · 0 answers

breach of employment agreement - unpaid wages
My wife left her previous employer and was not paid wages she was owned on commission. We are contending she was terminated because items specified in her employment agreement where taken away prior t... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I was on salary at this company in the state of ohio and they changed me back to hourly for already worked hours with out informing me that they were doing so.
I was put on salary at my work place and then they came to me and said they were changing my wages back to hourly but xome to find out they changed my wages two weeks befor consulting me that they wer... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What can a wage claim do to compensate unpaid wages?
My husband worked for a start-up company who owes him apx. $11,000 in wages and health care reimbursements. We have a signed letter from them stating the amount owed to him and their intent to pay him... applies to California · 1 answer

Non-Compete for an unpaid Independent Contractor
I direct pageants- I was presented with a contract with a company after 9 months of hosting pageants for them.... I had invested 1,000's of dollars on signage and other items so when I was presented t... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Recently got terminated from a publicly traded company i worked for 7.5 years without a cause, i was never told the reason i was let go. (i’ve heard restructuring and eliminating my position was a reason but two days before my termination new job openin
Recently got terminated from a publicly traded company i worked for 7.5 years without a cause, i was never told the reason i was let go. (i’ve heard restructuring and eliminating my position was a r... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Payment of Accrued Wages
With my consent, during several periods over the past two years, my employer, an Indiana restaurant corporation, accrued a substantial portion of my agreed salary because it had cash flow problems. Th... applies to Texas · 1 answer

is it possible to collect the wages
employer operated a business taking care of elderly people giving in-house services he was being paid by the government capped six employees working without pay for about three months filed bankruptcy... applies to California · 1 answer

I'm a single woman with no children, I have 3 sisters 2 which is not married with no children. Why aren't they considered my immediate family?
If one of my sisters become sick, I should be able to take care of them. They are considered my immediate family. applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Could it be considered as duress having to sign a no suit agreement to get severance?
I was discharged today and I was shown a severance check for $20,000. I was then told that I could get it today if I signed an agreement to not sue the company. I have been keeping notes on what I fee... applies to California · 2 answers

Severance was written in agreement as, paid as if wages and regular with holdings. Chk was %40 rate.
agreement states that any monies will be paid as if they are wages with regular with holdings. My w-4 was modified, as I've done in the past, to 9 allowances. I withheld many retaliation claims to get... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

I rec'd a severance package, employer agreed to pay wages and insurance until the end of the year. I just rec'd the check and they combined by health insuance with wages showing it as a bonus wages $27000 health insurance 19000 paying out was $27,000 don'
severance package- employer to pay full pay and benifits till end of year when rec;d payout check showed healh insurance payout as a bonus??? applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can an employer garnish the wages of an employee who was working when a restaurant was robbed?
My brother-in-law was a manager at a restaurant when it was held up at gunpoint. Now, the restaurant owners are trying to say that he is responsible for the stolen money. They are telling him that the... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is it worth it to pursue $2K in wages from a bankrupt company?
About 6 weeks ago I quit a company called Intellisys Group. They have since filed chapter 11. I am owed about $2000 in back wages and vacation compensation. Chapter 11 should not exclude them from pay... applies to California · 1 answer

If you settle a CA labor board case what particular amounts are taxable? Only wages earned, or all of the amounts? (Wages not paid, etc.)
I am currently awaiting my final decision for a labor board hearing because I was not paid for the hours and mileage I drove (as a truck driver.) I was curious as to what exact parts of the settlement... applies to California · 1 answer

is sleep apnea considered a disability
I was terminated from my job as a mechanic w/ a public school system because of tardies. I informed the business manager that what has been happening is, I start eating breakfast and I wake up after a... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

My employer refuses to accept claims for unpaid wages after 120 days.... when it is truly owed.
Is there a time limit in which an employee can claim unpaid wages? My employer claims that unless I discover the error within 120 days.... I am not entitled to the money. Ooooppppsss... our computer s... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer cut my wages 1/2 if I do not agree & what about my accrued Paid Time Off?
Our office is downsizing. They are talking of cutting our wages in half. Is this legal? This is an "at will" work office in Georgia with head office in Universal City, TX. Also, I have accrued over 15... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Bonus Eligibility at the end of a temporary assignment.
I joined a disability law firm in Cherry Hill, NJ on 8/29/11. I joined the firm as the TEMPORARY HR Manager, while the regular HR Manager would be out on FMLA through the middle of January 2012. Part ... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

CAN I FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST MY EMPLOYER FOR ALL THE VIOLATIONS AGAINST ME INCLUDING DEFAMATION?
WRONGFULL TERMINATION, RETALIATION,DEFAMATION,DISCRIMINATION, AND FAILURE TO PAY WAGES OF OVERTIME WORKED. ALL STARTED AFTER MAKING A STATEMENT OF GRIEVENCE AGAINST A DIRECTOR THAT WAS ENGAGING IN WRO... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am currently collecting unemployemnt benefits, however my former employer is appealing the benefits for misconduct. I was let go for not meeting sales a revenue quota. Is this considered misconduct?
I snot meeting set sales quotas considered misconduct? applies to Nevada · 0 answers

pay
My boyfriend works for a company that manufactures lockers. He is a salary employee (not paid overtime) and is required to work a 50 hour week. He is supposedly the office manager but he is not in a p... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my company decrease my paid vacation time that I negotiated at the time of my job offer?
I received an offer for my job in January 2010, at which time I tried negotiating a higher salary but my boss, stating that his hands were tied in terms of salary, offered me more vacation time. Compa... applies to California · 0 answers

Is it legal in the state of NJ for a cafe owner to pay a cook less than other cooks?
Baristas make 11/hr, cooks are supposed to make 12/hr. One cook was underpaid at 11/hr and has lost $908 in wages. All employees are included in a tip pool(is this illegal since tip credit is taken, a... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Can a contractor be considered a supervisor?
When can an outside contractor, hired by the CEO be considered your supervisor? The contractor was hired and we were told to fully cooperate with the contractor (or be fired) and the contractor had th... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

We have one employee, Can we pay rent/utilities in lieu of wages?
We (Board of Directors) own and operate a large camping/recreation facility in the mountains of North Calif. We have one contract employee who lives on site in an apartment that we pay the rent and ut... applies to California · 1 answer

unfair wage docking
May an employer dock a non-exempt employees wages for simple mistakes. Employer wants to dock wages of $1 an hour for 8 hours for 1st offense . $1 an hour for 3 days for send , and $2 an hour for 1 we... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Is it considered retaliation if your supervisor makes you work harder than the rest of your team?
I complained about my boss to HR. She told my supervisor that I had complained about them. The next week at work, myself and another co-worker had to do most of the work load, while my boss sat in her... applies to California · 0 answers

Switching from flat vacation days to PTO in Arizona.
I have worked for my employer for five years and according to company policy am entitled to 10 days of paid vacation per year. Arizona state law recently changed to force employers to offer five days ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

If an employee volunteers to go from supervisor back to regular employee, and I am paying her supervisor wages, can I lower her pay to employee wages?
My supervisor recently got sick, she stated today she wants to step down to just an employee too much stress. I will have to hire a new super. I told her I will also have to lower her pay back to wher... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

If I have an LLC and I take on a couple members at 1% and potentially switch out those members every year or every couple of years, are those people still considered employees?
My understanding is that LLCs can pay its members through profit distributions and guaranteed payments which require the member to pay self-employment taxes but otherwise are not considered employees ... applies to California · 0 answers

Non-Compete: Breach of Contract
Hello, I used to work for a software consulting company 'X', and consulting for a client 'Y' through another consulting company 'Z'. Now I joined the 'Y' as a full time employee, but my non-compete cl... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

final wages
I work on h1b visa ..recently i moved to new company and my previous employer stopped paying my salary for last 2 months ..I sent him couple of emails and left couple of voice messages but no response... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Isn't it Indiana state law that accrued vacation time is simply deferred wages and must be paid out
Isn't it Indiana state law that accrued vacation time is simply deferred wages and must be paid out at time of resignation or termination... I was told I forfeited when I resigned but I had earned thi... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Exempt or Non-Exempt Employee?
In California, I know that I would not be considered an "exempt" salaried employee if I am not performing executive, administrative, OR professional duties more than 51% of the time. However, if the e... applies to California · 0 answers

Which states laws to follow for resignation from an out of state employer?
I worked in California for a company based in New York. I recently gave notice (2 weeks) and served out that time. They did not hand over my final check at that time, and have still not paid out wages... applies to California · 1 answer

Can a compnay change a commision structure after the quarter is complete and the work is done?
Can a compnay change a commision structure after the quarter is complete and the work is done? I have signed and returned a compensation agreement to my employer, including a commission payout structu... applies to Maryland · 2 answers

Comparible Offer
My employer is selling our business unit to competitor. They offer a severence package but say that if the purchasing company makes a "comparible offer" in regards to position, pay and distance of tra... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Company property vs personal property a coworker took considered theft once i told him
My employer provides date stampers. However my coworker purchased two one of which he gave to me because he chose to personalize his with his name. We are the only two in the office with these. My oth... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it lawful for an employer to deduct wages for non work reasons?
Hi. My ex-employer deducted wages in the amount of $275 from my last paycheck. The deduction was made without my consent for a transaction with a coworker that had nothing to do with work. The transac... applies to Florida · 1 answer

FMLA and overtime
I have a chronic medical condition and have been approved for intermittent FMLA. Last I utilized three days of FMLA; my employer was shorthanded for the weekend and I agree to work two shifts. There w... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

i was fired 3 months ago. my employer paid me what they said they owe me. 3 months later they call and say i have a check. do they owe me wages from the day i got fired to now
does my employer owe me wages from the date i was fired. which is 3 months later. they said they have a check waiting for me. applies to California · 2 answers

Missed payroll in CA
Hello, I work for a small company (40 employees) The boss did not pay wages to any of the employees last pay period due to lack of funds. We also have collection agencies calling at all hours and have... applies to California · 1 answer

Duration & Geography
What is a reasonable duration under Ohio law for enforcement of a non-compete agreement in Ohio? If different services and products are offered can it technically be considered a competitive situation... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

40% owner of a company has backwages that are not being paid
I am a 40% owner of a company. I am owed about 150,000 dollars in salary and commission that was not paid to me as the cashflow was not good. However, we have received a lumpsum payment of 200,000 dol... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer terminate a non-discretionary bonus program and not pay us our bonuses earned?
Our non-discretionary bonus program was quantified by the revenue generated by the projects we worked on and the overall profitability of those projects. e.g. If I worked on a project that was sold at... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

If I was falsely accused of a situation on my job,was terminated for 4 months, the state investigated it,my name was cleared,could I use for lost wages,etc?
I was accused of a situation on my job,I was terminated for about 4 months, the state department did an investigation, my name was cleared of the situation, can I sue for lost wages,pain and suffering... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Any recourse for under the table employee and breach of contract, unpaid wages?
I have voice mails and text messages from my boss attesting to my great performance at work. I was paid off the books, and under the table by her for over six months. I have evidence as to the contrac... applies to California · 1 answer

Bankrupt employer - can I keep my laptop to secure unpaid wages?
My former employer, fell two weeks behind in payroll, on Jan 3rd after taking two weeks of vaction, I gave him notice that until he got me current on my pay and expense's, I would no longer be returni... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unpaid wages from temp agency
This is a tricky one. I have gone to mediation and the small claim is going to trial. I worked for a temp agency that placed me at a trash company from 12/06-7/08. I was requested to keep my own times... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Unpaid past wages, H1-B employee, employer refuses to pay
Hello, My employer has not paid me salary since Jan. He executed on payroll in March. When I started demanding my salary and told him that I can not continue without pay anymore, he laid me off. Now h... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Can I get wages back?
At my current public company, I am being investigated by HR for falsifying expense reports. They believe there were some personal expenses that I charged to the company, which I admitted were a mistak... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Time Frame of Wages According to O.R.C. or D.O.L.
My spouse works for a paid ambulance service. This company is far behind on payment of wages. He is owed over $2500 of gross pay. They are at least a year behind on some employees. What is the time fr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is cutting my hours and not giving me a raise considered retaliation
I reported finding pot at my workplace, poor management practices and policy/procedural infractions. My GM was talked to but nothing has ever been done and my request for a transfer was denied. Since ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Employer holding back wages stating I owe him money for car damages
Thank you very much for your answer. Three months ago I was laid off for lack of work. I had had the job for 5 years with no problems. Two weeks after I was laid off the former employer called and ask... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I'm jewish. My company says they can't give me a chanuka card without giving one to everyone one else. so they gave me a christmas card instead. Is this considered discrimination?
My employers came to me and said they couldnt give me a chanukah card because they would have to give one to everyone else. So they gave me a Christmas card instead. Is this considered discrimination.... applies to Florida · 1 answer

deducting taken paid vacation from wages
I understand I am an "at will" employee. This is my second year working for the company. My manager has told me consistently throughout this year that I have two weeks of paid vacation. He has showed ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Final Week Wages Unpaid
I was terminated from an outside sales postion July 9 in Florida. My employer indicated I would be paid through the prior Friday, July 6. I was in fact paid only through the previous week, June 29. My... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was denied unemployment because of my lump sem severance package
I was laid of in February from my full time job because of lack of work, My severance was based on my pay and the number of years that I worked for the Company, the Company did not fight, but Ohio une... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

arizona gun laws and defemation
Can I receive compensation if a employee accuses me of insubordination to my hr which I lost 3 days wages but have physical evidance to the contrary. Also I was told by hr I can not keep a gun in my c... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Employee resigned 6 weeks ago and had a garnishment in place and is now being considered for rehire. Should his garnishment restart or do we need a new court order?
Employee was here for 9 months and had a court ordered garnishment but when he resigned 6 weeks ago, the garnishment was not complete. He is being considered for rehire and if he is, do we restart the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Should I receive a 1099-MISC for a Labor Board judgment paid to me by my former employer?
I won a Labor Board judgment against my former employer for unpaid wages. I received the full award over a 6 month period in 2017. I received a 1099-MISC from my former employer with the full amount o... applies to California · 0 answers

How can an employee/former employee get wages due to him?
I recently resigned from a General Contracting firm because they never paid my salary in a timely manner and I could not get support from my employer to manage the project effectively. Contractors we ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I'm w2. Treated like 1099. Base salary of 500 a week. If I make a commission the base salary is deducted from my commission. Basically have to pay back all w2 wages with commission. Is thisnlegal?
Paid every week a salary of 500. This is automatically building debt with the employer. Say I don't make any sales all month. I now owe the company 2000. I get a commission next month for 2000. I don'... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Would this be considered retaliation?
applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can I pursue sexual harassment against a coworker who is currently pursuing harassment against me?
Is it considered retaliation on my part if I decide to pursue a sexual harassment complaint against a coworker who is pursuing a harassment complaint against me at the same time? Months ago I was vict... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can an employer deduct fuel reimbursement from your gross wages?
I worked as an Emergency Roadside Technician using my own vehicle. I was paid $14 per call completed and responsible for my own fuel and vehicle maintenance. The employer had me turn in my fuel receip... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Non-Compete agreement to not to offer services for any of Companys client's
Hello, I used to work for a software consulting company 'X' which contracted to client 'Y'. Now I got a full time job offer from some other company 'A'. But my non-compete clause with consulting compa... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

What are my options for keeping stock options and claiming unpaid wages
I am working in a tech start up in a senior position. I started in 2008 and worked without pay for some time since the company could not pay and was trying to raise money at that time. Once company wa... applies to Texas · 1 answer

teminated for points , one while in hospital other while workmans comp
I have just found out my hashimoto's endocrine disorder is considered a disability. I was terminated with point system. I was given 1 point for a hospitalization they said wasn't covered and 1 point w... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Payroll "mistake"
HR department for the company i work for gave my commission wages to a different employee, applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was recently given severance pay for 12 weeks. The agreement stated if I get a job I must notify them. I will be doing substitute teaching. Is this considered a job?
I was recently offered 12 weeks of severance pay. My job has been eliminated. Agreement stated if I get another job I have to let them know. I have recently been offered a short term 8 week substitute... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Employer Protection from Fraudulent Wage Claims
Under CA law, what protections exist for an employer being fraudulently billed by a telecommuting hourly employee. We have a w-2 employee who agreed in writing that our customer would validate all hou... applies to California · 1 answer

Am I Considered Working The Moment I Am Driving
Am I considered Working the moment I drive my work vehicle. Background info I have a company vehicle I pay 50$ a month to use. I have no physical address for work I work out of my vehicle remote only ... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

I took a sick day and when I came back my coworker started to ask if I was pregnant or if I had an STD. I started crying in response. Is this considered workplace harassment?
I took a sick day and when I came back my coworker started to ask if I was pregnant or if I had an STD. I started crying in response. Is this considered workplace harassment? They claimed afterward th... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

RE: recovering health ins. premiums, what is considered "back" w/reduced schedule?
With two previous pregnancies, my employer has agreed to an adjusted FMLA wherein I take 2-3 weeks off entirely, then work part-time from home for a further 4-6 weeks before returning to work full-tim... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Time Frame to File Legal Documents
I wrote last year about a unpaid wages issue and followed your suggestion to contact a lawyer. After looking at my case the lawyer agreed it was a solid case and accepted responsibility to recover my ... applies to New York · 1 answer

$18,000 in unpaid wages and reimbursements - how to pursue
I'm looking to see if I have a case or legal options in recovering unpaid wages and reimbursements from a past employer. About two years ago I started working for a IT services company in Aurora, Ohio... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Do I have a case?
My husband and I have worked at the same job for 30 years as groundskeepers doing mowing, equipment maintenance, painting, cleaning, and such miscellaneous jobs; however, my husband passed away in Sep... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

MacDonald stopped for two weeks repairing, Who will pay for the permanent low-income employee's wages? What is the last aspect of the law?
MacDonald stopped for two weeks repairing, Who will pay for the permanent low-income employee's wages? What is the last aspect of the law? applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

at-will employment nullified ?
I work for a Tech company in GA. - I am a foriegn national - I have a work visa (H1-B) - My company required that I sign an employment contract binding me to them for 3 years, or pay them a large sum ... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I received a lump severance payment in the amount of $30K. My former employer miscalculated my deductions by $5K. I have written twice to the employer to see about fixing this mistake with no answer. Do I have any recourse? This took place in NY.
I was terminated by employer but my employment contract provided for a 3-month severance package in the amount of $30K. My employer mailed me the severance check, but it over deducted by over $5K. Now... applies to New York · 1 answer

unemployment benefits eligibility
I worked for a company for just under 1 year.Our paychecks came from a different company. I was layed off due to down-sizing.I've been collecting unemployment benefits for 3 months. I got a letter in ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

What recourse do I have when a company will not abide by its own severance agreement?
Three years ago I worked for a Fortune 500 company that was bought out. My position was one of several hundred that was eliminated after the buyout. We all signed severance agreements that state we wi... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Can they deny benefits to "freelance" employees?
First, thank you for providing the opportunity to make the following queries: I am employed at a large law firm in NY. I am considered a �freelance� employee of the firm in the proofreading department... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I request to be back pay for the lost wages from Suspension for 3 weeks with no pay for investigation of theft of bridal bouquet which I was wrongly accused of and original accusation was never discussed or documented - it was dissolved and I I am fou
Can I request to be back pay for the lost wages from Suspension for 3 weeks with no pay for investigation of theft of bridal bouquet which I was wrongly accused of and original accusation was never di... applies to California · 1 answer

Never Received Salary Promised/Company Sold
I went to work for a new small business company in NYS as Director of Technical Services.I was promised that the first 3 months that I would receive my monthly pay equivalent as stock in the company a... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unpaid wages from Nov. 07
I am putting my city/state as Marietta OH because that is where I worked. I actually live in WV but assume the case would be an Ohio case. I was employed with this company for over a year. My last day... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

my contract includes severance pay if I give a 90 day notice and not fail to work for any reason through out the 90 day notice period. I want to take vacation during the 90 day period. If I do take vacation, can it be considered failure to work for any re
I signed a contract agreeing that if I failed to work for any reason during through out the 90 day notice period I will not receive severance pay. Is taking vacation considered failure to work for an ... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Can my wages be cut for no reason?
Ten years ago I was asked to take over another person's job duties and my pay was increased 13% as compensation. Three years ago I realized I was being underpaid, went to my boss and HR and both went ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

if a person is hired initially as a part time, but then is scheduled and works a full time schedule for over a month consecutively, is their status considered full time and hours protected?
I was hired in a non-union retail store as part time, but after my first week have been scheduled and working a full time schedule. I learned my hours may get cut back to part time. Is that correct/le... applies to California · 0 answers

Can a employer cut wage of a subcontractor because of their spouse?
I'm the spouse of the individual that I'm asking the question for. I did do something to CMA on a piece of equipment that my wife's boss currently owns and because of this, he basically has split the ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can my employer withhold pay and make me pay back earned wages until I take a drug test?
My employer hired me and told me I would need to pass a drug test along with completing several other training items prior to employment (CPR, bus training, etc.). She hired me last minute and let me ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Overtime & Comp Time
Should I be considered a salaried employee or hourly? When I was hired at my current place of employment I was hired as a salaried employee. I have a written agreement for a salary amount. When my pay... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

can i file a civil suit against my manager for negligence of duty resulting in me being fired for inaccurate information which has cost me loss of medical insurance, wages, a raise and a 6% 401k match which is affecting my health because i think i may hav
can i file a civil suit against my manager for negligence of duty resulting in me being fired for inaccurate information which has cost me loss of medical insurance, wages, a raise and a 6% 401k match... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I asked a male co worker if he was watching porn on his phone. There were girl co workers around when they heard me ask. Would that be considered sexual harassment
See question applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Hello, over payment of wages question
Was over paid in April my boss says and today he kept my entire chk for two weeks and said he's takin 500 out of next 3 pay periods without my consent, can he do this in Ohio.. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

At-Will? Wrongful Termination?
I live in San Jose, Ca. California currently abides by "at-will" employment laws, supposedly allowing an employer to terminate an employee's position for any reason. But. . . . I work(ed) in an auto d... applies to California · 1 answer

Is a long-standing unspoken practice be considered legally binding 'Implied-In-Fact" policy?
I am a teacher and for over 40 years my district has permitted (unspoken practice) teacher-children to be in the school building before and after school. The Board of education has now decided to ban ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Alleged overpayment of wages by employer/denial of three paychecks
My employer did not pay me for three recent pay periods, alleging he had overpaid me in the past. I provided him all information proving he had not overpaid me and requested paychecks. He did not pay ... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

Company not paying independent contractor
I did consulting work for a company in Illinois who now has decided the work does not have enough "value" for them. The work was compiling a database of names and numbers for the company to prospect w... applies to California · 1 answer

im filing a lawsuit on my employer for min wage violation of 40hrs how much will i get
what is the percentage over what is actually due to you like say they owe me 300 in wages over a 4 month period and i go to court will i recieve more if so approxiamely how much applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Does emotional distress settlement have to be reported as income if the case stems from work injury?
An employee was injured at work and lost his job after he was determined to be "permanent and stationary" and unable to physically perform his job duties. He was informed that his position was filled,... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Salary expressed as
My position as Operations Manager was eliminated last week due to business conditions. I am being paid till the end of the month. I started my job there one year ago and in my offer letter my "startin... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I was just laid off after 18 years and was offered 12 weeks of separation pay. I thought in many cases it would be 1 weeks pay per year worked. This is my first time being laid off so I am not that familiar with what would be considered standard practices
I was just laid off after 18 years and was offered 12 weeks of separation pay. I thought in many cases it would be 1 weeks pay per year worked. This is my first time being laid off so I am not that fa... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Non-payment of severance and....
My position with a large company was eliminated and I was terminated/laid-off (no recall). I was handed an Agreement of Termination and a severance pay offer of 1 month's wages to be paid withing 20 "... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What is the statue of limitations on Employer's Overpayment of Severance/ Pension Plan?
A former employer from over 13 years ago sent me a letter today stating that their oversight had given me a check(s) that was too large as I left the company. I assumed at the time this amount was for... applies to New York · 0 answers

non-payment
Previously, i worked for an catering company in September of 2003 which was supposed to be off the books. However, to this day i still have not received payment nor or any of my phonecalls returned. M... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is an offer letter considered a contract?
I have an Amendment to Offer of Employment, signed by a Human Resources Manager that reads, in part, "Based on the employment negotiations for your position, you have been credited with nine years of ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Vesting 401k for three Years without mentioning in offer letter
Vesting 401k for three Years without mentioning in offer letter I switched to a new company over a little more than 2.5 Years. In the exit interview HR told me i will not get any 401k contribution sin... applies to California · 0 answers

Exempt to non-Exempt to avoid severance payouts
Changing from exempt to non-exempt so not to have to pay Severance benefits ? --- Is it legal for public US based company with offices/employees worldwide - to abruptly just reclassify/change with onl... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

my Sister slipped on ice at work and was on short term disability. She has a concussion and is having memory issues, sleep issues and mental health issues due to the injury. She was receiving 67 % of her wages but now that short term disability has expire
my Sister slipped on ice at work and was on short term disability. She has a concussion and is having memory issues, sleep issues and mental health issues due to the injury. She was receiving 67 % of ... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

My friend who lives and works in Connecticut has been working for a semi-large (retail sales) corporation for over 25 years and has never gotten a raise. He makes about $12 an hour plus approx. 3% commission. He is considered a salesman but is the 'assist
My friend who lives and works in Connecticut has been working for a semi-large (retail sales) corporation for over 25 years and has never gotten a raise. He makes about $12 an hour plus approx. 3% com... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

Upaid wages and expenses
I was working for a AT&T vendor as a wireless test engineer, for abour 9 months. The company is based at West Monroe,LA. After I resign the position on 10/13, and still they didnt paid me for my last ... applies to Louisiana · 2 answers

I was recently rehired at a job I left. When I got back to the job I found out the management had changed. Due to an intolerable boss I decided to quit. I got my pay stub today and they cut my wages to minimum wage. When I was rehired they did not have me
I was recently rehired at a job I left. When I got back to the job I found out the management had changed. Due to an intolerable boss I decided to quit. I got my pay stub today and they cut my wages t... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Can an employer deduct from my wages for a service render but not done correctly?
I performed a service at a customers home and the service was not to companies standards now they want to duct me for it. applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

unpaid contract wages
I worked as a contractor for an indepentent oil company. The company closed and they owe me thousands of dollars for my last 1 1/2 months work. Can I file any kind of claim applies to Texas · 1 answer

Upon termination without cause , employed and reside. How much time is allowed to vacate?
Employer of a non profit terminated employment without a warning . Employee resided on site as part of the wages, how long legally do you have to vacate? applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is it considered discrimination if 2 females both work at the same job same position both are not that great telemarketers both have poor attendance but one has been there longer and gets fired for her being sick but the other one gets offered a different
Discrimination in the workplace applies to California · 0 answers

I was hired by a company and have been employeed for 6 months. When I was hired I was under the assumption that it was permanent late on I find out that I must meet all metrics before being considered for certification the pressure for excellence is makin
Same as above applies to New York · 1 answer

Restaurant Scheduling
After being out ill for a week my employer requested that I bring in a doctor's note clearing me to work, which was done. Now I have not been put back on the schedule since. How long do I wait until I... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I had a WC injury to RUE which required fusion to wrist.I was on TTD and when on TPD I was accommodated. I am now Perm Stationary with pushing and pulling limited to 5# which I was assured by HR that I can continue working within accommodations. I went to
i am considered they are doing this to have me come back to terminate me. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

What is considered fair geographical coverage
Small flooring company <2000000 demanding lack of competition in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana when they only work in Florence Ky area and Lexington, Cincinnati Oh and Indianapolis IN applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

I am not sure if this is considered assault or neglect. I was working in a secured memory unit at a assisted living care center and a worker became extremely upset and purposely slammed a very heavy door on me as I went to get the weakened manager . She t
I was working as a resident aide in a memory unit. A very aggressive worker told me she would transfer a2-person assist resident to bed. I went to the resident's room to assist and and the worker beca... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

I was offered a job w non competition
It states that I may not work in any field that could be considered a competitor for 6 mos. regardless of the reason of separation. This would make me unemployable in my field. Would I be eligible for... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

if i file a lawsuit an win what could i approximately expect to recieve?
my boss has been skimming hours off my checks for like 6 months. when i questioned her she took me from 4 to 5 nights a week down to 2 when i threatened labor board she knocked me to one. they still o... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I was recently laid off and my official last day cut off is August 17th. My severance package starts on August 18th. My severance pay will be paid every two weeks but 22% taxed! I will no longer be considered an employee after August 17th. In the state of
I was recently laid off and my official last day cut off is August 17th. My severance package starts on August 18th. My severance pay will be paid every two weeks but 22% taxed! I will no longer be co... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Hello. I am currently pregnant ( I will be 30 weeks in tomorrow) I started bleeding and having complications as well as am considered high risk due to findings on my 20 week ultrasound. My obgyn and fetal medicine have pulled me from work for now as I kep
Maternity fmla applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

Misrepresentation on hire?
I was hired on to my current position as a store manager in waiting. During the interviews with the recruiter and district manager I was told I would be guaranteed 40 hours a week until I was placed i... applies to Texas · 0 answers

WE ARE AN AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRSHOP. DUE TO RECENT TIMES WE HAVE LITTLE TO NO WORK COMING IN. MY QUESTION IS, CAN MY TECHNICIANS COLLECT UNEMPLOYMET FOR THE LOST WAGES EVEN THOUGH THEY ARE STILL EMPLOYED?
NO JOBS COMING IN TO PAY MY TECHNICIANS applies to Washington · 0 answers

if your employer asks for a drug test and tells you to stay home until the result come back. Do they have to pay your wages for time not at work even if the results are good?
random drug test applies to Texas · 0 answers

How long can an employer wait to pay retroactive payments after signing a contract
My employer owes me 2015 wages and hasn't paid me even though we signed a contract 4 months ago in 2016 applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

In Wisconsin, can an employer reduce an employee's wages to minimum on their final paycheck if they quit without notice and the company has a written policy for this in their handbook?
We have had this policy in our handbook for a couple of years and I just want to make sure it is lawful. Thanks! applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

My position was terminated today , I was given a final paycheck minus the negative PTO I had . I am salary now , I was considered hourly when I originally went negative with vaca time. There was no written policy or a signature from me agreeing to lose th
H applies to Rhode Island · 1 answer

Non-Compete, company paid me inappropriately, can they enforce it?
I had been employed at a local mortgage company for approximately two years. I was terminated four months ago. From the day I started I was a W2 employee and wasn't paid a single dollar for minimum wa... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Does an employee have to return wage overpayment sent after employee left employer
After my employment ended I received 3 additional deposits of wages. Although my former manager assured me that this was money owed to me, I have been threatened with collections if I do not repay the... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Recently fired.
I was recently fired after I spoke with my plant manager about the way my direct supervisor has been addressing me. I've never been repremanded for anything or have done anything that would constitute... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If an associate is simply uncomfortable with another associate without any harassing doings is this?
Is anything that makes anyone uncomfortable for any reason is considered harassment? Standing too close for comfort for that particular person? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Bonus Eligiblity
I was recently terminated from my job. The company has a policy regarding bonus payout that states you need to be employed with the company at the time the checks are distributed. My term date was Jan... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Severance
Is it legal for an employee to receive severance pay and wages for work performed at the same time? The employee was terminated and subsequently rehired as temporary, short term employee. applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am a nurse who works prn for a local nursing home. I am not on the schedule and work when asked. I turned in my 2 week notice. Since I am prn I tentatively won't work any in those 2 weeks. Can they drop my unpaid wages to minimum wage?
See above applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I am a Florida resident however my company pays me from California and I am considered a CA employee ..I was wrongfully terminated and would like to speak to a lawyer here in Florida but I keep being told I must use a CA lawyer . Is there anyone here who
Retaliation, violation if HIPPA applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an emploer pay you the 10 dollar for wages for 12yrs or more with no change?
I'm a new part time employee at a company and my fellow co workers have been with the company for more than 12-14 yrs and are been paid 10 dollar's since starting with the company and is that fair and... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

wages and final pay
my employer has not given me my final paycheck because of a personal matter. they also refuse to pay over time accordingly. also they are holding my vehicle hostage (it was moved without a key or my p... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I am a farm worker in Oregon and was hired almost a year ago as a seasonal worker. My boss said I would be promised a full-time position with benefits. I then got lead on for months and lost wages and have since put in my 2 weeks' notice. My boss has been
see above section applies to Oregon · 0 answers

retaliation
I was recently fired for a few violations, one being retaliation. My question is, in order to have retaliation, do you have to have an act, or is making a comment such as "what comes around, goes arou... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Am I being discriminated against? Internal job offer
I'm currently working as a contractor overseas and recently received an internal post of some positions at a different site. I immediately spoke to my supervisor whom is the person in charge of the se... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Sign disclaimer under duress to receive pay check
Just an incredible wealth of information here! THANK YOU! Although... after reading the many situations here, I haven't found mine. I worked for a company in Maryland as a skilled craftsman. The owner... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

How can I collect my final wages and vacation pay?
I resigned three weeks ago. The company has not paid my remaining vacation or my final pay. They keep making excuses. What can I do? applies to Indiana · 1 answer

I was laid off 6 years ago and claimed unemployment.
I did work for my former boss but, I was not paid. Now unemployment is garnishing my check. I think my former employer claimed they paid me wages. How can I fight this? applies to Utah · 0 answers

punished for doing my job
Can my employer give me an annual review when I have only been employed for 7 months in training and be scored as if I have had all necessary training And had no chance to have a score that can exceed... applies to Montana · 0 answers

Wages Held
I voluntarily quit my job after 10 years of service. During my tenure, I was forced to return to school to attend APICS classes and to obtain my bachelors degree. It was a part of my performance metri... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Unemployment questions
Dear MEL: i recently quit my job working for an egg ranch.I have filed 4 weeks strait and havent recieved a dime.Is this fair i pay there wages and when i need help i take it and dont get squat.Is it ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

IS THE A LAW THAT ALLOWS A GRACE PERIOD WEN PUNCHING INTO START WORK>
MY SUPERVISOR DOCKS 15 IF YOU ARE 1 MINUTE LATE. I WAS UNDER THE IMPRESSION YOU ARE ALLOWED 6 MINUTES BEFORE YOU ARE CONSIDERED LATE. IS THERE A LAW THAT GOVERNS THIS TOPIC AND WHERE COULD I FIND IT I... applies to New York · 0 answers

Unpaid wages by Temp Agency. What are my rights?
I worked for a temporary agency only four days during one event. They send me a paycheck for two days only. I emailed and called them about this several times. It has been almost two months now. What ... applies to California · 0 answers

Corporate Commission Re-structure
My company does a commission re-structure every March (this is not disclosed in my employment agreement but it is common knowledge among sales Reps) that changes the way I am paid. Is it legal for the... applies to California · 2 answers

How can I get my last paycheck from Taco Bell?
About 2 months ago, I worked at Taco Bell for about 3 1/2 weeks, and I have yet to recieve a single paycheck. I have kept in contact with the Manager, but he keeps writing me off. How do I take approp... applies to California · 1 answer

Can one employee change another employee's timesheet without their permission?
I have been harassed by my union rep and the woman who does our payroll. He has stepped down and now is considered a regular employee but is still changing and writing on my timesheet. What can I do a... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Ohio revised code 4109
i am 17. I worked at a pizza shop as a driver. At the beginning of august i will of been there two years. A few short months after i was hired as a kitchen worker they had me start delivering. In this... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Last Paycheck/Vacation
I gave my former boss 2wks notice to resign..However, on my last day she not only gave me my last paycheck minus 2 day stating she wld give to to me on the next payperiod, but did not pay me my vacati... applies to California · 1 answer

What are my rights regarding unfair wages in the public sector?
I work for a public school district. The District is unionized, I however am not a member therefore I cannot seek representation from it. Our District is somewhat of an anomale since it is the product... applies to California · 0 answers

What are the consequences?
Hi Mel, Great site you have here - thanks! In the process of being considered for one position, I received an offer for a different position with a different company. I informed the first company of t... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

About 2 weeks i reported 2 supervisors to Hr, about being rude, Due to the incident, i went home early that day and felt ill and called out for 2 weeks, i came back once i felt better andi was still had a schedule. i worked for 2 hours, The Store Manager
could be be considered retaliation. applies to New York · 1 answer

I work prn and do I still make my own schedule even thow I am on light duty for the job
I'm going back to work on light duty before I got hurt I worked the days I could work will it still b the same way an will w orkmens comp pay me for my lost wages applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Harrasment and Retaliation for whistle blowing
About 6 weeks ago I reported a manager for a theft I witnessed. I have since had my hours cut, been demoted, and blackballed for transfers. I even contacted the corporation itself, but the issues were... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Employer regularly discussed professional and personal life issues of each employee with other employees depending on who his favorite of the day is. This includes unsubstantiated claims of drug use, standards of work not measuring up with out proof, etc.
A small company. Boss is very controlling if even wages. Doesn't want to pay but force employees to tell what bills need paid applies to Texas · 0 answers

Facing Title / Salary Change
If offered a job title and salary change (lower) and not accepted, is it considered a layoff. Current position being reevaluated. No performance issues exist. applies to New York · 1 answer

IS THIS DEFAMATION?
I am a receptionist. The new clinical director stated that I was "overwhelmed with billing issues when the biller was gone and that I had to go get help from another employee because I 'could not' han... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Where to report an employer who does not pay wages
Where do you report an employer who knowingly pays you on an account that does not have funds in it. I have filed a claim with the Labor Commissioner, but I'd like to report him to whoever will listen... applies to California · 1 answer

Wrongful termination.
My former employer accused me of cashing a check that was designated for fuel. I still have the uncashed check in my possesion. Also, I was fired because they said that I cashed the check. I also had ... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Is this considered retaliation and can I report it/be covered by the EEOC?
Is this considered retaliation. I applied for an interoffice transfer to a different position. I am currently in a position for a public agency and applied for a less stressful position within the com... applies to California · 1 answer

My employer died 3 years ago. Executor of the estate will not pay back wages
3 employees, owed about 12, 9, and 6 thousand dollars of pay, have been refused payment by executor of Mary Ellen Rudisel Jordan's (please google) estate. Claims IRS and legal expenses. applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Sign or be fired
I work as a night auditor at a hotel. My employer wants me to sign a paper giving them permission to deduct from my wages any amount applicable for errors that might occur when handling customer payme... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I received a settlement for a personal injury/sickness claim and was wrongly issued a 1099 and W2.
I received a settlement for a personal injury claim (my contract was not renewed, I was paid through the end of my existing contract). I understand that this money is not taxable, however the way the ... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Charge fees for payment of wages
Can an employer change an employee fees based on payment method? Employer charges $30 per pay to received a paper paycheck, $15 per pay for direct deposit. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

hiring commision only salesman
I am a small business owner out of Pennsylvania, I am looking to open up a sales department. My plan is to hire commission only salesman, I need to know what my responsibilities are, what am i liable ... applies to Pennsylvania · 5 answers

Severance package includes continuation of health benefit until end of severance period
as long as I pay my portion to COBRA. At the time of notice, I asked about the rate and was told by HR they would get this for me. Now I am told that they would not tell me the amount until I returned... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

emplorer admits oweing fund wich i have documented but wont pay
worked for a bath remodle co. he admit oweing but wont pay wages ,fuel cost and hotel wich was agreed on applies to Florida · 0 answers

PAYMENT DEDUCTION ON PROBATIONARY EMPLOYEE
IF YOU HAVE AN EMPLOYEE THAT HAS BEEN HIRED AS A SALARY EMPLOYEE AND HAS ONLY WORKED IN YOUR OFFICE FOR 1 MONTH, AND IN THE FIRST 2 WEEKS HAS MADE A REQUEST TO BE OFF ONE DAY (SHE IS STILL IN 90 DAY P... applies to California · 1 answer

I work for the public sector;, State service. My salary net is the same as 10 plus years ago. I have 17 years in. My overall salary is 45% less than Golden Gate Bridge; owned by City and county of SF. all being the same job trade; Structural Steel Painter
Cost of living Wages Job duties as required And more.... applies to California · 0 answers

pay my boss back for unemployment?
My job is closing for a month. my boss said he would "spot" me my months wages but i would have to pay it back with my unemployment checks. I feel really uncomfortable about this.... is this OK? applies to New York · 1 answer

I was fired from a very large mining company for harassment. What do I tell potential employers?
I sent an email to a former coworker asking how he's been and how "Grandma" was doing (a lady we both worked with). He turned me in to HR and they told me that he turned me in. I was upset and went th... applies to Wyoming · 0 answers

Refusing to pay Commissions
I resently resigned from a company and they are typically months late on paying out commissions. There are 2 issues, one is that they made a mistake on my Q1 commissions and agreed verbally to correct... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can my boss withhold a personal loan from my paycheckif i am a independent 1099 employee
I worked for a painting contractor who hired me on thru w-9 or 1099 he borrowed me cash and then I ended switching jobs I want to know if he can legally withhold the personal loan from my wages applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

I worked at olive garden from 2013-2014 but got terminated due to my attendance. I just left a interview from another olive garden but they don't know if worked for the same company years ago. Is it possible I could still be considered for employment?
Questions for a person attempted to get rehired applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Wrongful Termination
I was let go from a large Public Accounting firm in June 2000. They said it was for poor performance. However, this came as a shock since I always had good written reviews, which I still have. In addi... applies to New York · 2 answers

clocking in and out
There are 6 employees at my job and we just started 'punching a clock'. Some of us forget to clock in or out from time to time. Our system is not attached to a company, it consists of cards with print... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Fraudulent Employer
My employer has bounced and stopped payments on several of my checks. To date he owes me $1,200 in wages plus bank fees I've incurred. He is also in violation of the Independent Contractor/Employee th... applies to California · 1 answer

Is FMLA considered being employed?
I received a signing bonus that would have to be repaid if I left the job within a year. Would going on FMLA for 3 months after 9 months of employment and then leaving the job after 12 months satisfy ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

can I sue my employer for consequenceing me for abiding by the same Union policy they failed to obse
Last week I was sent for a drug test on a Saturday because they couldn't give me a definitive answer as to why they were sending me first answer they gave me what is it I'd violated some safety protoc... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

my boss was fired, i was considered her 'pet', now employer is coming after me by demoting me. what can i do
recent changes occurred at work, including the firing of my boss. This led to a sea change of who was in charge. Disgruntled employees who hated the former boss began to point to me as part of the tro... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Defamation
I have a co worker that is spreading rumor that I was giving oral sex and sex to the truck drivers. The drivers came to me asking if it was true and could they get on my team. This issue was brought t... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Discrimination during pregnany: wages, forced maternity leave.
At the beginning of 2009, my employer cut everyone's wages 20% and management 10%. Managers had to work a full schedule on the 10% cut, while the rest of the staff was permitted to take a day off per ... applies to New York · 1 answer

income tax not filed
Dear Sir: My name is Jo-anne Serra and I used to work in a japanese lounge for 5 months. Now, I called them for my w-2 forms and the manager said he doesn't know anything. Everytime they give me wages... applies to California · 1 answer

How is severance pay taxed?
In the agreement they want me to sign they want me to accept all tax liability. If it's considered income shouldn't the corp. pay normal payroll taxes and insurances? How do you get an agreement revie... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Unpaid commission wages (employment contract breach), employee in Texas, employer in California
I live in Texas, but work for a California employer (public company). I am an executive with salary and commission structure as part of my compensation agreement, among other benefits. When repeatedly... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Wrongful termination, and/or retaliation?
I gave my employers the professional courtesy of letting them know that I was looking for new employment. They then used that information to find my replacement and terminate my employment before I co... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Temporary Employment
I am considered a temporary employee. This basically measn I have no benefits and do not acquire seniority. I have been a temp for 14 months. At some point, does my company have to convert me to a per... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is vacation pay considered severance pay by an employer?
My fiance had a heart attack and when he got out of the hospital the boss gave him vacation pay for three weeks. He worked there for three years. Can the boss pay this and not tell him that his servic... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

bad body odor a disablity or what?
Is bad body odor caused by a genetic disorder called Trimethylaminuria also known as Stale-Fish Syndrome be considered a disability when it affects an employee's daily interactions with her co-workers... applies to Hawaii · 1 answer

Can my employer withhold my tip money?
For the last couple years, I have been an employee (did not make hiring/firing decisions, received a W-2 from manager/owner) of a profitable band. Recently after receiving a very large tip from a weal... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can I sue my boss and recruitment agency?
Can I sue my boss that stated the company was in good financial health during my interview process, yet two weeks in to my employment they filed for chapter 7, fired everyone and are not paying my wag... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Do payroll and Workers compensation taxes apply to BOLI PAY
Does an employer needs to pay payroll taxes and insurance (FICA FUTA SUTA Workers Comp) on the BOLI part of Davis Bacon Act wages? applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Can I make her responsible for lost employment and wages??
I recently quit a postion as Manager of a Self Storage facility with a 90day notice. I had problems with the owners daughter-in-law which she left in charge with her threat management. Iam now looking... applies to California · 2 answers

Can a City Goverment pay more wages to new hires than senior employees doing the same job?
Been working for Unified Govt. as security officer for 2 1/2 years. Boss hires nephew 8 months ago at almost $1 an hour more. Hires another person 1 month ago at 30 cents more an hour. Same job/duties... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Does an illness count as good cause?
I left my job in January due to medical reasons. I have asthma and COPD and the commercial cleaners I used as part of the job we’re causing frequent exacerbations. I was waiting on a decision for SS... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

non-compete
My former brokerae firm is seek an injunction to stop me from contacting former clients, I an in TN. my contract state came to know as or served by, my question is if I ha business with a client prior... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

FMLA eligibility
RE: FMLA Our headquarters in Cleveland, OH has over 50 employees which makes us eligible for FMLA. However, our satellites throughout the country only have 3-4 employees at each site. Would they be co... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If schools closed due to covid and I can't work but boss continues to pay partial hours is the pay considered special pay or severance pay
Unemployment defines special pay as money given that no services were performed for and it does not go against unemployment in Maryland applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Hello, I have a couple questions and don't know if you can answer them or not but thought it'd be worth a shot to get a legal advisors opinion. Okay so I'm a part time key holder at a retail store in Indiana and I have been asked to transfer to a differen
Do I have to take a pay cut because my employer decided my schedule no longer works for there location? I can transfer to a different store and keep my title and current hourly wages but can't if I st... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Employer Smoking Ban
My employer is implementing a no smoking policy everywhere on the premises including outside the building and the parking lot. Can they legally implement if the property is not owned by the company, i... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My former employer owes me over $5000 but has now declared bankruptcy; how can I collect?
I am owed over $5,000 in backed wages and reimbursements due to bad checks and non-payment by my former employer. After several attempts to contact them and a wage claim made with the department of la... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

With a non compete, can my employer find me in violation if my wife works for a competitor.
In the agreement it states that I can not be "employed by, connected with, participate in, consult or otherwise associate with any other business similar to or competitor of employer. My wife was offe... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Which state do I file my unpaid wage claim?
I did some freelance design work for a client located in Indiana. I want to file unpaid wages, since the client is ignoring payment demands. I am located in Illinois, where the work was performed. Do ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I was fired for sexual harassment and need some answers to my questions please.
I was recently fired due to a sexual harassment claim by a coworker. The reason I was fired was because my coworker and I were texting inappropriate messages to each other. My question pertains to the... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my husband's boss ring me on my private pH call me a liar thief and abuse me ,what can I do we stay in a company unit I'm leaving tonight because of the treatment I get
Hubby is owed wages leave loading and has sent emails and calls but nothing has been done so he ask me to call today and. Few time over the last couple of months she rings back today and abuses the he... applies to District of Columbia · 0 answers

Think they know they are in wrong
In January of this year my former employer filed a lawsuit for violation of non compete. I was served through third party at my residence. since that time they have failed to file proof of service in ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Missing last paycheck from a law office
My last paycheck from my employer was witheld for some unknown reason. When my boss fired me on 10/3 he told me that 10/5 would be my last day of employment. My wages for that week were never paid. Wh... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

should i still get 25 hours a week?
i am considered a part time employee i was working a steady for 25 hours a week before i went on medial leave or until the job was done witch gave me a lot more hours then 25. i had been working the s... applies to California · 2 answers

Is this considered worked time and payable by employer?
My employer has fixed rules for the use of vehicles. We are not allowed to go to resturants or stores during meal periods or breaks unless in passing during the scheduled meal period. The employer tel... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I recently applied for FMLA after a sudden event. The FMLA was needed to care for my aging mother after the death of my brother. I requested that the FMLA run from 12/11/17 to 1/8/18. A medical certification needed to be completed and returned by 12/15. M
Employer is citing unexcused absences for the week of 12/11 to 12/15. How can this time be considered unexcused when the request for FMLA is being processed? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is this ageism?
I am 56 years old and am eligible to retire in several months when I reach 30 years of service - I've never stated I'm retiring. My boss just retired - when I asked Senior Management why I wasn't cons... applies to New York · 1 answer

I'm trying to transfer to a different department can they cut my pay (wages)
My wife has worked as a secretary for 18 years and wants to transfer to a different department as a secretary and they want to cut her pay by 10000 dollars can they do that applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

I routinely work more than 40 hours a week. However, my employer is not paying me overtime as they are claiming that they hours in excess of 40 are considered
This overtime is required. Usually there will be a staff meeting on Monday, for which we are all clocked in under "training." The hours worked in excess of 40 usually happen on Friday because by then ... applies to California · 2 answers

I work for a big corporation with severance. I am on disability from work and may be considered fit to work. The company back filled my job as they needed to have someone in the position. If there is not a position for me available at the comp-any am I en
off work on LT disability for almost 2 years. my position was backfilled. They say I can apply for a position if one is available. If one is not available then am I entitled to severence? applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Offer withdrawn based on H-1B discrimination
My wife recently got an offer from a private financial management firm in New York which was withdrawn within an hour after she signed it. They had agreed to process her H-1 B VISA. Timeline: Friday a... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer fired me due to a policy I violated but NYS unemployment determined that I did nothing wrong under the terms of the non-compete agreement and I feel they owe me for lost wages. What are my chances?
I asked the Pet care manager to come to my home to help me figure out why my puppy won't come in the house when called. I offered him gas money & my employer terminated me for taking business away fro... applies to New York · 0 answers

What can I do?
I have worked for a company for almost three years that does restoration after water or fires. I just got done removing black mold and asbestos from a home that took me and my partner 5 days to do so,... applies to Kentucky · 1 answer

Is this a Breach of Contract?
Well I worked at Domino's Pizza for almost one year and my wife worked there for 7 months. After management changed my wife was let go and due to the situation, management thought that I was going to ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

what is considered an acceptable amount in cut in pay what your current position is eliminated
I work in retail and they are testing a news program eliminating my position was told I would have to take a 5%cut only to find out that it is 5% per level which would be 10% cut I have worked for the... applies to Florida · 0 answers

loan officer transfer question about leads- no noncompete clause
I am opening a new mortgage office. I have a prospective loan officer who currently works for another mortgage company. There is NOT a no-compete clause, so what we want to know is can he bring his cu... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Working with no-pay because of changing from exempt to non-exempt
I work in Pennsylvania in a very large corporation. The department I work in consists of 23 employees with different titles. All employess are exempt. However, the coroporation has change policy and 2... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Vacation Policy change
Is is considered a legal change in vacation benefits if we are notifed via an email of this change ? Such as: We (company) will no longer pay any accrued vacation time at the time of an employee leavi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My employer is witholding my wages for a mistake I made in training
I am a Sales Associate with a company I have worked for 4 years I was recently promoted to Sales however I made a mistake during my training period and my employer is witholding my commission-What is ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

please let me know if this is okay for them to do.
I work at church day care center. We recieve our checks twice a week. Is Okay for them to pay a three week check the week prior or the correct week or a week later at their own descression. We are als... applies to Arkansas · 1 answer

Can my employer charge me back sick time they paid me erroneously?
I called in sick a few months back, doctors note and everything. I told payroll that I did not have any sick time remaining when they asked if I wanted to use it. They paid me for it anyways. Now they... applies to California · 0 answers

Is it legal to not pay hourly wages due to one mistake
Is this legal to not pay my hourly wage due to an error on a UPS envelope. I am a part time employee and was told I had to come in on my scheduled day off to deliver documents, which I had to drive ov... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Former Employer Does Not Want to take takes out of my upcoming discrimination settlement
I have a pending settlement on an age discrimination case against my former employer. The settlement agreements states that 80% of the settlement should be treated as back wages and therefore should b... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

please help me !!!!!!!
I am a consultant for a company in maryland and I live in florida. I am owed $ 16,000.00 in wages and expences. I sued the company and now they claim they owe me nothing. I have a contract and bank re... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I have been employed in Iowa by a multinational company headquartered in Illinois since November 2015. This position is extremely stressful, involving long hours and responsibilities that were not des... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Compete with my Employer in different state.
I signed a non compete agreement that states that under any circumstances whatsoever compete with Company X euther as an employee, agent, consultant, ownerproprietor, or in any other capacity within s... applies to Texas · 1 answer

how do i fix my weekly claim i put received 621 gross for 8hrs worked but i think it was severence pay
accidently messed up on questions i worked 8hrs on monday 23rd before company let emplyees go for buisness reasons but paid us for 40 hrs i believe thats considered severence pay so can i fix answers applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can my former employer withhold my paycheck ?
My former employer withheld my final paycheck claiming theft as the reason. I was not terminated for theft but for other reasons. Conveniently all the things he said were stolen add up to the exact am... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Sub-contractor or not
I went to work as a subcontractor for a family member with the promise of a guaranteed wage. Now after a few months the guaranteed wage was withdrawn and now is only commission based. They have contro... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I file a lawsuit if I feel I have been passed over for promotion due to my disability?
I am a contractor in Kuwait working with a defense contractor I am seeking advice as to whether what I am experiencing is favoritism or discrimination I feel I have been passed over for promotion beca... applies to New York · 0 answers

Bounced Payroll Check, Company Out of Business
My former employer laid off the entire company and closed the company office on 10/9/01. The company also filed for bankruptcy. My employer promised to pay me for my wages for the work I did on Octobe... applies to New York · 2 answers

Are seasonal employees entitled to a severance package when the company goes out of business?
My employer went out of business effective 12/31/2019. It offered employees it considers full-time a severance package, but not employees like me, who are considered seasonal (even though, in my case,... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Am I eligible for unemployment benefits if I refuse to sign a non-compete?
My company just got bought out and the new owner has asked us to sign a non-compete. The contract states that failure to sign could lead up to termination. I work in the state of Georgia. Will my term... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is my employer required to make accomodations should i fail my Fitness for Duty exam?
I am an Occupational therapy assistant who has been off 11 weeks from skilled nursing facility. When I brought in 25# weight lift restriction I was asked to consider FMLA and toold I could not work wi... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can an employer deduct wages from an exempt employee's final paycheck of the year to cover a negative PTO balance? I'm not asking about the employee's final paycheck with that company. I'm talking about the employee's final paycheck of a particular calend
Company is headquartered in Maryland, but employees supports a Federal Government customer headquartered in Virginia. applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Hello, if I give my 2 week notice and my employer dates my termination date is such and such, two weeks after my notice, is this considered firing as they used termination date? Should this be resignation date?
Giving in two week notice applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Bounced paycheck after quitting my job
I recently quit my job on January 9th. The usual payday was every 15th of the month, which came and went without my direct deposit showing up in my account. After several emails to my former employer,... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer with hold money from my checkes because of a mistake that they made?
I work at a hospital for may years now. Recently the hospital changed computer systems. They are now stating that they over paid me and a few of my co workers and that they are going to garnish our wa... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Employer owns company A B and C
Employer owns company A, B and C. I was hired under the DBA and first year received checks from company A. I recently noticed that my direct deposit states company B since January. I was never informe... applies to California · 0 answers

How long does it take to receive your settlement monies? I accepted their offer, signed release and my atty sent it to them on 4-14. I live in NJ. I thought they had to send within 30 days
Sued ex employer for lost wages and hired atty. We accepted their offer and I signed a release on 4-12-16. Have yet to receive the monies. I reside in NJ. Is there a time limit? applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Is this retaliation and what damages should i seek?
I was employed with a company and felt that I was being bullied and discriminated against by upper mgnt. I went through proper channels and filed a complaint with HR. I eventually was fired and offere... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

If i am involved in a class action suit against my employer for loss wages does the non competition claus still count
I received a notice about a class action suit against my employer that I am named in and due to be compensated. So i want to know if the class action suit dissolves the non competition applies to California · 0 answers

Can an employer garnish wages for speeding camera tickets?
I worked in NYC. I had to quit my job on 06/01/2020 because they had an employee who was using drugs and was very violent. I didn't feel safe working there with this guy. After I left they took money ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have to pay back paid time off if it took me over my base salaried hour?
I was over paid according to my employer. My wages exceeded my base amount due to calculation errors by my employer. It is causing me a hardship. often the paid time off approved by my employer caused... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

I was laid off via letter
I was laid off via a letter stating "Notice of End of Seasonal Assignment" even though I'd been working continuously in the position for more than 2.5 years. My understanding is that after 6 months I ... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

I quit,my boss owes me 10k in wages, I met him after repeated attempts where he snatched my gift phone( received in Xmas as alternative to vacation) said he give it back that day and he didn't . he said he wiped it and I'm contacting clients which is not
He threatened me about contacting customers, before I quit I told a customer I was scheduled to work with' I've quit and can't do the job unless you and boss figure a way to hire me without the co.( m... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Standards for timeliness (tardiness)
Can an employer in NC require there employees to come in early (unpaid) in order not to be late. For example I would have to come in early 10 minutes every day in order to account for the day unpredic... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Vacation time & demotion
When I hit my year my at my job, I earned 1 week of vacation time. Over the past few weeks, I had to miss work on a couple occasions because of illness. Due to the missed hours, my employer decided to... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Can two groups who work under the same employer be payed differently?
We have unit staff and officers and for unit staff anything over 40 hours in a week is overtime. For officers anything over 80 hours in two weeks is considered overtime but officers have to hit 80 hou... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Was I a freelancer or an employee?
I was employed by a major publishing entity for 3-1/2 years (from 4/01 to 9/04), working exactly like staffers, but considered freelance and denied all benefits, including health insurance, sick pay, ... applies to New York · 1 answer

What is my recourse for non-payment of wages?
I have an employment contract with my employer (who is a start up company) that states my base salary will be increased effective 11-1-00. To date, January 19, 2001, I still have not been paid this mo... applies to California · 1 answer

Non Payment of Wages
Sir,I am an electrician for a small San Jose based co.None of the employees have been paid for the last 3 weeks & I am owed $1700.00 as of this date.My employer has told us IF he gets paid we will get... applies to California · 1 answer

Retaliation after using FMLA
I was being trained for a supervisor position, that my manager removed me from the training after I was out of work for a week due to a disability which I have FMLA. I was also told in my yearly revie... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I gave a written 2 week notice. After working all but 3 days of it, my boss called and fired me, adding that ,
I turned in my 2 week written notice on 4-1-16. Today, my employer called me and fired me, staring my services are no longer needed. He added that since I won't be finishing out my notice (3 scheduled... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can I collect unemployment from a lost full time job if I am part owner of a partnership LLC? If I take out money for personal reasons, will this be considered income?
I am the president of an LLC company. I do office administration work and my husband all the labor. I had a full time night position, but was down sized. I make with drawls and transfer money for my h... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Employee took vacation, HR paid their full wages. Is there a way to recoup the 3 days from employee?
Employee was paid in full before it was noticed that she was overpaid by 3 days of vacation. Can we somehow get that back? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was chosen for a random drug test i knew i would fail. Since i worked for a at will employer I quit on the spot. They changed the code to being fired for refusal of a drug test. Since technically I quit is that considered wrongful termination?
Along with that my direct deposit for that week (my second to last check) was reversed... after I had already started paying bills then the paper check mysteriously got lost in the mail when everythin... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Will my career be hurt if I report an incident of harassment/intimidation?
I had an experience that may have been considered harassment / intimidation by someone of higher authority. I recently left the organization, and I am considering reporting the incident to the company... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

change to resignation policy
I have worked at the same company for 11 years. When I was originally hired and signed my policy book the stated time frame for Resignation was 2 weeks. Recently there was a memo sent out that that st... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Bonus earned
I was terminated from my job on Friday and was told I would be paid for earned wages, commissions and accrued vacation. However, my employer is refusing to pay a fair monetary value on a trip I earned... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Is a C Corporation Obligated to pay back wages to an Owner?
We own a C Corp. There are 4 owners. In March of this year we all decided to take a 25% paycut meaning only 3 paychecks a month rather than 4. Money got tight so there were weeks when we only took 1 o... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

I am a Supervisor with a company. Employees were asked to do a survey and made false accusations about me and because of those allegations, I am not able to get a raise. Wouldn't that be Considered defamain my character-
I was never written up for the false claims employees said about me. Nor, we're their false allegations proven. I am trying to interview for a new job, and my edited supervisor offered me more money b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Clock in time, and garnishment for non-payers
My employer requests us to be at work at a specific time, however, we are not allowed to clock in until we are needed. We cannot leave, due to the employer not knowing when we will be needed, yet are ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

For form 1099-MISC, the threshold for Box 3 & 7 is $600. If box 3 has 150 and box 7 has 500, is the employer required to issue form 1099-MISC still?
For form 1099-MISC, the threshold for Box 3 & 7 is $600. If box 3 has 150 and box 7 has 500, is the employer required to issue form 1099-MISC still? This link supports the summing: Not Required to Fil... applies to California · 0 answers

Acceptance and Delivery of Severance Package for the State of Arizona
I was terminated from employment on 12-31-2008 due to downsizing. I am due to receive a severance package. Is there a law in Arizona which dicates a specific time frame in which that benefit is requir... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Company missed payroll.
What can I do to collect wages owed to me? Last week the President of our firm, in a conference call two days before pay day, told all salaried employees of our firm that he was not going to pay us fo... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer lower wages for work already performed?
I am paid on the last day of the month. On January 31, 2009, I was told that my check for that month would be 10% less, due to the company's poor sales. I had already worked the full month expecting t... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Am I eligible for unemployment benefits?
I am currently unemployed at this moment, I was self employed for about 4 years. Paid taxes and reported all wages to state and federal. My profession was landscaping. Never got a state contractor lic... applies to California · 0 answers

I recently asked a question and I want to clarify a couple of things. I reside in Co. and about 1 week ago I was advised that I needed to think of at least 5 people that should be considered for layoff. I was contacted at home and was advised that I was b
Defamation of Character I recently asked a question and I want to clarify a couple of things. I reside in Co. and about 1 week ago I was advised that I needed to think of at least 5 people that should... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can an employer deduct credit card transaction fees from commissions/wages if a customer pays with a credit card for a construction project. For example, I sell a $50,000 backyard renovation. Customer pays with credit card and the employer charges/deducts
Company is deducting credit card fees from comissions. applies to California · 1 answer

Violation of rights/false reporting to State agency
I am an RN in the state of Tx. My former employer (private home health business) reported false information to the Board of Nurse examiners. I was forced to surrender my license and was unable to be r... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can I sue my former employer of 42 years for "involuntary" retirement?
Needed to be on short term disability for medical treatments while wk comp claim was pending. HR said I had to chose wk comp or disability. I chose to retire and pursue medical treatments. All WC hear... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

If I twisted my ankle on company property before I clocked into work, was taken er after clocking in no drug test was given, was required to take drug test before returning to work a day later, did not receive workman's comp since I was not injured on the
I need to know if I was not clocked in at work and twisted my ankle would that be considered a work related injury? applies to Texas · 0 answers

I'm a project superintendent for a small construction company I am considered salary exempt making 70000 a yrar, however I now am working 60 plus hours a week am I due overtime is yhere anything I can do
70000 a year salary exempt now working over 60 hours a week am I entitled to overtime applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How does a legal settlement affect one's eligibility for California EDD UI?
Part of the settlement is characterized as lost wages (reported on W-2), while the remaining portion is compensatory damages for physical harm and emotional distress (reported on 1099). The fact of th... applies to California · 1 answer

Is it legal to report only a portion of an employee's wages as to avoid immediate tax liability, instead electing to report the correct earnings the following year?
2019 I earned roughly 12k. The w2 I recieved reflected only 1500. Requested but not provided correction. This resulted in my recieving minimal unemployment assistance, and disqualified me from much of... applies to California · 0 answers

Can an employer deny a shortened work day if your psychiatrist writes a letter recommending it?
My psychiatrist gave me a modified work day note after being off on medial for 2 weeks due to a severe panic attack provoked by my supervisor. My supervisor said "if you can't be here all day, then ju... applies to California · 0 answers

Can an employer decrease your rate of pay without informing you?
I am a full time employee at Aldi and my wages were decreased by $1/hr last month without me being informed about it. The only information I received was a message on my paycheck that stated my wage h... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Is it defamation or harassment if I vented to facebook about a coworker without naming them at all.
I am a supervisor at a store, and have a question about workplace harassment and defamation. I vented in a private facebook group and was wondering if I posted a conversation between myself and an emp... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Will a non-compete agreement be valid after one year of employment?
I have been employed with this company for over a year and I have been instructed to sign a non-compete agreement. What are my rights and will it still be considered valid in Texas? The spa owner also... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can Employers require you to submit a video application?
Employers requiring you to submit a video application in addition to your resume to be considered for an interview or for employment, is that legal? According to the EEOC employers should not ask for ... applies to California · 0 answers

Is this considered Discrimination or Disparate Treatment?
Earlier this month I was told by my manager that I need to limit my time away from my desk to my 15 minute breaks and my 30 minute lunch, which is inconsistent for the rest of the department. I have M... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

retaliation
Over one year I filed an age discrimination claim against my former employer. the eeoc picked up the suit and investigated. I was informed that things were done do to items (false items) found in my f... applies to California · 1 answer

Salary cut after signing non-compete - Is it valid?
I signed a noncompete disclosure 4 years ago that said I signed it as an acceptance of the offer of employment. My offer of employment specifically stated a starting salary and hourly wage. In the las... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

after final order can exemployer stop the collection by suing and filing a injuction?
husband filed for unpaid wages won judgement won all appeals, all time has passed. now that payment has been requested employer filed law suit and i think he plans on filing a injuntion saying that he... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What legal recourse do I have for being humiliated
Two bosses asked me what I consder to be professional dress. I described. Then One said how did I think my hiar looked. I said it loooks nice. I had it up in a bun. She said: Im just going to get this... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Are freelancers able to file a claim with the NY DOL for unpaid wages?
I am a freelance editor who has not been paid by a media company for work done on their magazine in January 2011. I have signed contracts from them regarding the terms of delivery and rate of payment ... applies to New York · 1 answer

unpaid wages & non-compete
Have an employer who did not pay salary for 3 months. I left after those 3 months and started my own business in similiar field. They still owe salary from when i left last august 2003. They have paid... applies to California · 1 answer

On what basis does an employeer have to pay a mimimum wage?
I work for a local IT company. We are commission only (sales) and have been told that we are 'Independent contractors'. However, we are set hours we must work and clock in at the beginning and end of ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Company changed termination date after I provided resignation email
Went on pto starting November 25th to 27th. Thanksgiving and the day after are paid company holidays. Resigned on the 29th. They are retroactively claiming that my last day was the 22nd and that they ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

CME reimbursement
There is a CME policy that state monies can be used for books up to a certain dollar amount. A receipt is considered proof of purchase. I did this and have since sold the books since I have completed ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Forfeiture of vacation time in addition to docking for lateness
Written company policy states that an hourly employee is considered to be tardy if s/he arrives more than five minutes after the scheduled starting time and will not be paid for that time or be permit... applies to New York · 1 answer

Overtime pay question
My husband works as a 'Contract Manager' for a local manufacturing company. He does not oversee anyone and is not in a supervisory position. His job is to make sure that contracts are made up correctl... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

My employer reduced my hours which breaches my employment agreement
My employer notified me that they could no longer pay me for full time work effective immediately, which breaches my employment agreement. They offered a significantly reduced hour option. If I do not... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Would I need to pay back relocation assistance if I give notice before the end of contract?
I received relocation assistance from my current company. The contract states I will work 18 months from start date. I would like to leave as soon as my 18 months is up. Is it considered quitting befo... applies to California · 0 answers

California's Alternative Workweek Schedule
This question is for the state of California. We would like to request that our employees work 3/12 shifts? (3 days a week, 12 hours a day) Can this be considered an Alternative Workweek Schedule? Wha... applies to California · 1 answer

In the state of Kansas by law can my boss which is the owner not allow me to work my shift BC she thinks I have a additude over a text message conversation?
I told my boss I was going to be late over text. Her responds was what's new.? My response was then hopefully my pay check being accurate and my unpaid wages from last pay period being compensated, ho... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Company owner sexually harasses and discriminates
I work for a small company where the owner sexually harasses the females in the office by staring, touching, etc. No one that is currently employed there will bring anything to his attention for fear ... applies to California · 1 answer

Am I entitled to California unemployment benefits?
My husband was transferred to California from another state. I resigned my position to move with him. On my last day, my employer asked if I would stay in my position and telecommute from CA for 2 mon... applies to California · 0 answers

NYC Non-Compete Agreements
Hi, I am currently being sued by my former employer for going to work for a competitor. I am doing a completely different role currently. There is no information that I feel was considered confidentia... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a non-compete be enforced if I have been demoted?
I originally signed a non-compete when I was involved in the Engineering department and had almost daily contact with customers and was very involved with development of pricing strategy and process d... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Hi, I live in FLORIDA and I work as a consultant for my employer who is based out of GA. My recent contract was in CA. My employer has received payment for my hours worked and has been reimbursed for my travel expenses. I confirmed with the payee that all
-I live in FL -Employer based in GA -8 weeks unpaid = 12k plus of unpaid wages & expenses. -2 bad checks written of 7k total -employer still asking for me to continue traveling. This ensures he collec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I sue for lost wages from old job if my new employer misrepresented my new role?
I had a great long term stable position and was recruited to resign from it and relocated across country. I accepted it because it was higher pay, but supposed to be considerable travel, up to 75%, an... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

If the company is under new ownership, is the non-compete agreement signed previously still valid?
I signed a non-compete agreementand the ownership changed 4 years later. The previous owner is still the acting President but not the majority owner. Work conditions have changed, the business is decl... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Wages Problem
Hello Sir/Madam, I am on H1B of one of the local IT company, who is into contracting of IT consultants to different clients on project basis. I have reached USA 2 months back and working my employeer ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do you have to pay all exempt employees overtime?
Most of the employees at my work are considered "exempt" from overtime. If some of the exempt employees are paid overtime, while the rest of us are not paid overtime, is there a law that prevents the ... applies to Texas · 2 answers

My employer provided a termination notice stating that our termination date would be March 26th. They’ve just mentioned this week that they would like to extend our employment. They have not given us any additional letter and they said that if we wanted
The termination letter says March 26th is our termination date but the company wants to extend it for our particular store. They said if we want to leave on the 26th we must resign, it will no longer ... applies to California · 0 answers

Can a pay cut invalidate relocation repayment agreement?
The company I work for is in financial trouble. I was paid relocation when I took the position with a 24 month prorated payback period. SInce i started the company has cut my compensation. Can this co... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

employer terminated employment a week prior after giving resignation letter.
Went on pto starting November 25th to 27th. Thanksgiving and the day after are paid company holidays. Resigned on the 29th. They are retroactively claiming that my last day was the 22nd and that they ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Is the employer required to pay me a penalty fees or more pay for waiting so long?
My employer did not pay me my full wages worked, even after submitting my wage adjustment sheet signed by a supervisor. After I notified my parol and hr a month ago I have not received my missing pay.... applies to California · 0 answers

How can I determine that my new employer is truly a competitor of my old employer?
There is only one product offered by my old employer that could be considered a competitive product. Both use the same sales channels. However, I have worked for my old employer on two separate occasi... applies to Texas · 0 answers

What is the minimum salary to be paid to an employee?
I was working in the restaurant business for a new business and paid a weekly salary of $200. I was working between 70 and 110 hours per week and feel that I was underpaid. When taken to the owner of ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My last scheduled day was November 5th, I entitled to the Final Wages payout law?
I put in my resignation letter with the final date of November 12th. My manager let me know that they do not need me the last week, so my last scheduled day is November 5th. Am I supposed to be paid i... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I apply for work as a LPN if I signed a non compete as a Community Relations Specialist
I signed a non compete after I took a job with a nationwide hospice provider as a CRS(sales manager) Three months later I fear dismissal because I am unable to bring in enough referrals. My non compet... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

am I entitled to unused vacation pay?
I am a police officer who was injured on duty. I have been off work for the last year and thanks to a village ordinance, have been receiving full wages and benefits while I have been off. Unfortunatel... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can employers require employees to use of personal devices & internet for work duties?
Employer requires using personal cell phone and internet to perform after hours support. Employees are required to provide 24X7 support on a planned schedule. They do not offer to provide tools to han... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I recently had all my hours cut from work. I'm the only person to have all hours cut, and I am the only asian person in my workplace is this considered discrimination?
I am a 48 year old women. I'm asian. Recently had all my hours cut at work. And the only person. They offered me lower paying positions, and i did decline. I know the company is going through financia... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Salary Reduction
My position requires me by state regulation to possess a 4-yr. degree and this position is the only one with this requirement. There are two male colleagues-I am female-who answer to the same supervis... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Employer decided to sell his construction business, gave up 1 week notice. Still refuses to pay final wages and back pay.
employer has sold his construction business and gave 4 days notice that he was doing so. Has refused to pay final check and any back pay that was owed. applies to Utah · 0 answers

Pay Cut for No Reason
As of this morning, my wages have been cut by 1/3. This has been done for no other reason than I make more than the other people in my department. I have been with my current employer for over 2 years... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Are the details of my non compete clause too restrictive to be enforceable
I work as a Physician Assitant. I have signed a non compete clause that limits my ability to practice within a 40 mile radius for 5 years after I leave my current employer. The contract does not speci... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can an employer choose to pay a w2 employee via 1099 for work that has already been completed?
Can my employer choose to pay me via 1099 for work that had already been completed prior to leaving the company if I had been paid under w2 while still with the company? Also, what is the time frame f... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I have fmla. Intermittent days from July 2015 to July 2016. I've been on this fmla for 7 months and my hr department sent letters to my doctor requesting more info. My doctor called me and told me this. She said she cannot fill anything out without my con
Is this considered fmla harassment. I also was approached by a supervisor three days after hr sent paperwork to my doctor to sign for more fmla paperwork. I fused to sign and the next day I was FedEx ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Employer shuts down; won't pay workers what is owed.
On Jan 13, 2006, my father along with his co-workers were told they had 30 min to gather their belongings and vacate the premises - the plant was closing. None of those employees, my father included, ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can you please clarify what "formal written negotiations" means?
I signed a contract to do sub contract work for a company. Before I had done any work for them, I terminated the contract (it was at-will employment) There is wording in the solicitation restrictions ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If I accept a position with salary based on 47 hours/wk what are my rights?
When offered the position, the offer was in writing with salary based on 47 hours per week. From what I've read, I would be considered exempt. However, with the offer in writing do I have any rights w... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

My co workers are upset that I got hired on with the same pay like them instead of getting a lower pay. They are telling me that I am over paid for what I'm doing and that I dont know the job. Is that considered a harrassment?
My co workers are upset that I got the same pay as them when I got hired recently with my employer. My co workers tell me every day that I shouldnt be getting the same pay because I dont know my job. applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

employer out of business, fails to pay
Hi, I worked for an employer from August 1999 to 2000 and was never officially released, but told I could go from salary to contract. The employer went out of business, and never paid me. I took this ... applies to California · 1 answer

My daughter gets less hours than other clerks with less seniority. Is this ok?
My daughter works for a grocery store as a courtesy clerk. She has been there for about 18 months - part time. She has a learning disability but performs all functions of her job correctly. They hired... applies to California · 1 answer

I feel as if I wasn’t terminated in the right way. What do you think?
I’ve this company half of my life. And worked my way from the bottom to the top. I had excellent work history. No write ups. Always hit the numbers asked of me. Sacrificed so many things in my perso... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Will I be allowed to take my accrued PTO if my current employer sells the company?
My employer recently sold the company i work for and i had approved PTO. As per my new employer i am not allowed the PTO because i am considered a new hire. is this allowed? is my previous employer re... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Wrongful Termination?
I was a graphic designer at a marketing agency, and was laid off in the end of june. The reason given was "financial hardship of the company" and that my job position was being eliminated. Three other... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can I be re hired by olive garden if I got terminated for attendance four years ago ?
I worked at olive garden from 2013-2014 but got terminated due to my attendance. I just left a interview from another olive garden but they don't know if worked for the same company years ago. Is it p... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can a severance be reduced by the amount paid during the WARN act?
Was recently laid off, company paid the 60 days for the WARN act, and now for the severance, which becomes effective on the last day of employment, which is at the end of the 60 days of the WARN act, ... applies to California · 0 answers

Do I have to pay taxes on the emotional disterss portion of my out of court settlement?
I was terminated after returning from FMLA leave for treatment of Hepatitis C and informed my employer the treatment did not work. I was harassed and blamed for my position falling apart due to my ill... applies to Iowa · 1 answer

I work for a company that has a 36 hours work week. Any hours over 40 are considered OT but if I have already worked 42 hours by Friday (which r half day) and I request to take that Friday off (4 hours) then they withdraw Friday's hours from my PTO, even
I feel like if I have already worked over the required weekly hours i should not be penalized by being forced to use PTO hours that I have earned so at the end of the pay period i would have 48 hours ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Position eliminated while on disability
During the time I was on short-term medical leave my salaried position was eliminated. For the first six weeks I was receiving full compensation. Now I'm receiving 70% of pay since it is now considere... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I saw an email my manager sent to another manager stating a very hurtful statement about me. He apologized for the statement. But I explained to him the damage has already been done. I've considered quitting a job I've been on for 9 years. But because I'm
What I can I do when I find an email my manager made a hurtful statement to another manager. He apologize but I told him the damage has been done. I'm considering leaving the job of 9 years. But I'm a... applies to Florida · 1 answer

What's the best way to handle not getting paid without quitting so I can collect unemployment?
Employer paid everyone but me last pay period and now this pay period it happened again. I said something but nothing has been done. I think they want me to quit so they don't have to pay unemployment... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I was a sales trainer for a large French pharmaceutical company that operates in the US. I was asked to leave the position after two years of employment, but by written, mutual agreement, I was asked to train certain sales employees and finish a project.
I was a sales trainer for a large French pharmaceutical company that operates in the US. I was asked to leave the position after two years of employment, but by written, mutual agreement, I was asked ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer withhold wages, if I refuse to sign a contractor agreement?
After being laid off, I worked for my former employer as an independent contractor. As an independent contractor, I provided consulting services to a customer of my former employer. The contract was f... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Is this covenant not to compete considered unreasonable?
I am a veterinarian and was employed for more than three years before being fired. The reason for firing was because I told my boss I was opening my own practice in 6 months. My non compete clause sta... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I left a company where I was employed as an apprentice. I left after 7 months and gave no notice. I reapplied for a different position with the same company and believe I have been blackballed. I am still interested in working there. What can I do?
I left with no notice because I thought, as an apprentice, I was more of a burden than a benefit. I left about one and a half years ago. Since then I applied twice at the same company for a position b... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Is it involuntary separation when an employer ends employment before date on resignation letter?
I provided more than 3-wks notice of resignation. I stated 5/31 would be my last day of employment. My employer wants 5/24 to be my last day which I contested because that would mean 1-wk of lost wage... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is it wrong to attempt to obtain employment from a comapny that paid you severence pay years ago?
Approximately, 4 years ago, my husband signed a severence agreement with the company he worked for. Currently, this same company, has several open employment positions. We were curious if it would be ... applies to California · 1 answer

I submitted resignation letter on 4/8/11 under duress? I am STILL employed until 5/6. Can I rescind
I resigned 4/8/11 'effective immediately', however, management stated I would still be considered employee until 5/6/11 so that I could bid on internal positions for four weeks. I had had 'counseling'... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Overtime
I work for a bank and became a salaried employee when I became one of the managers in the branch. I have never had any employee report to me, and my job description is sales, non-commissioned. I am re... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am a witness to harassment. What should I do?
I have been working through a temp. labor company off and on for about 3 months. I have witnissed harassment from my employer on a regular basis for that length of time. If "yall better get the fuck o... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

non compete questions
I am an Ad Specialties Rep for a very small firm in PA. This firm operates nation wide but in a small very specialized market.The Ad Specialties industry is huge and involves over 500,000 products. Is... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can a requirement to re-pay a relocation assistance be enforced contractually if the offer letter states none of the letter is to be construed a contract in California
I accepted a job in northern California. In the company's offer letter they offered a relocation assistance. They further required that it be repaid if I left prior to one years employment. The letter... applies to California · 2 answers

113 people laid-off: no notice
Recently laid-off: No notice lay-off; Reduction-in-force. Came to work told to gather up personal belongings and leave premises immediatly. Denighed access to personal computer and email account. Laid... applies to New York · 1 answer

Started mid-November 2015, layed off mid April 2016. Why determination so low?
I started a job late last year, worked two months in 2015 and continued into 2016 where I worked another 4 months. I filled last week in April when I was laid off unexpectedly the day I returned from ... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

What is considered a "under the influence" conviction?
I currently live in Indiana and am seeking employment in the state of Florida. I have a public intoxication class b misdemeanor on my record from 2 years ago. I am trying to figure out if I should cho... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer just withold any amount of wages?
I am over 18 and I work for a well established landscaping company. The company operates in a legal fashion and is very well known. A few weeks ago I was working for the company at a residential accou... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I've been notified by my former employer (a Fortune 50 company) that they made a mistake (in my favor) and are asking me to return the money. Am I obligated to return the over payment. What legal recourse do they have to collect it?
I was offered early retirement which I didn't take. Two weeks after the deadline I was part of a Work Force Reduction (layoff) but since I was over 55 and met all of the retirement criteria I was auto... applies to Washington · 0 answers

unpaid wages
I had been working as a video editor for a leased access television show in New York. The pay was never on time, however I always recieved it at the most ten days late. The rate was 350/week and I wor... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is a non-competition breach clause in an equity agreement enforceable as non-competition agreement?
While I worked for a firm based in AL (I live and worked in NC) I signed and hold an equity agreement. One clause listed as possible breeches is considered competiting against them until the end of th... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Non Payment of Wages Under 1099 Agreement
I signed a 1099 contract for consulting work, but the employer never returned a signed copy. It states that as a 1099 - I am obligated to work a min of 4 weeks to be paid. I worked 59 hours and had a ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I live in California, and my former employer is telling people that I was fired, when in fact I resigned. Is that considered defamation?
I recently resigned from my position as Director with my former employer due to a toxic work environment caused by my direct supervisor a VP. Because of the toxic environment and feeling like I had no... applies to California · 0 answers

Is it Non compete if do same job but not competing? Also company sold to new company.
I work as a MSDS author for a company that authors MSDS for many companys. I signed an agreement with my company (Comany X) that says I will not compete against them or there best interest. If I went ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

I was turned in for offensive behavior by someone who witnessed an interaction between myself and a coworker (1 second touch as a joke to upper breasts). HR is investigating. The
this was 1 second poor choice of action that was "witnessed" by another person. Myself and the "victim have a great relationship" and we both got pulled into HR. She has no intention of filing a haras... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Can my temporary staffing agency refuse to pay my sick time?
I worked for a temporary staffing agency that offered sick and vacation time if you worked enough hours. I had met the requirement prior to being hired permanently by my assignment. However, when I we... applies to New York · 0 answers

The new employer whom i am going to join wants to change the offer.
Hi, I,resident of Texas, recently got an offer from a company for a position(of my interest). When i went for an interview, i was eligible for more than one positions but i showed an interest in the p... applies to Texas · 1 answer

We have furlouged a number of employees due to lack of work caused by COVID-19. We have no reeived PPP funding and are preparing to call them back to work. If the employee declines to return have they in essence
As mentioned in the question, we are preparing to call back a number of our employees from furloughs because we received a Payroll Protection Program loan. If an employee does not want to return when ... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Employee
Hello, I had an employee that worked as my assistant. He had no office experience until I took him in. Because of my big heart I co signed a car for him and bought him all kinds of gifts because he wa... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Work place fairness
Sorry but I have a few question that I'm unclear about from the statutes read so far. I work for a car dealership as a mechanic. We have standard time for each job we perform. I've been told we are co... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my supervisor retaliate against me for applying for another job
I have applied for another job. I informed my manger and supervisor that I have applied for another job. After informing them they have started taking my assistant manager job duties away and changing... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can a Holiday Pay policy change affect new hires but not current employees?
Good afternoon! I am an Office Manager for a Texas employer. The owner here wants to change the Holiday Pay policy by reducing it from 5 paid holidays to 2 paid holidays for current employees, and omi... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I am employed as a security guard and was replaced. I would like to know if it is legal
I am a security card with a current guard card. Am currently employed with a local security agency (though am not collecting any wages). Was assigned a particular shopping center with a contract. My e... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

If I get paid based on production (per line) am I still entitled to overtime pay?
I have worked for my company for over 2 years and have never gotten paid overtime for working over 40 hours in a week. I always thought this was because I was paid by the line but I have since realize... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

What if I signed a severance agreement, received a check & then they stopped payment on it?
I was notified about termination, signed a severance agreement & received a check for owed wages + 2 weeks severance all on the 17th. On the 22nd the employer stopped payment on check stating I delete... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I live in nevada which has both a +40hr weekly plus a +8hr daily overtime pay law unless exempt which from what ive researched i am not (stylist/cosmetologist at a franchise paid hourly) but one law i... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

In NYC can on employer diny accrued vacation pay after Cov-19 State Shot down?
Our policy is after 5 years of employment we are intitle of 4 weeks vacation. Due to Cov 19 State shot down and be considered not essential worker, I stay home 3 month with pay. Once back to work I as... applies to New York · 1 answer

Husband filed a grievance against school that I work for. Now I got demoted. Retaliation?
On June 8th I was called into the superintendents office to discuss a position in the middle school as an aide for special ed. I accepted the job and signed an acceptance letter. Recently, my husband ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Am I owed earned wages?
I was cheated out of my Holiday pay despite the fact that I followed all of the requirements in our employee manual(EM). I was not paid holiday pay because I called off Sunday which was my overtime. A... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can one obtain unemployment if the past company they worked for did not pay into unemployment
Worked for a nonfor profit daycare for two years and the company did/does not pay into unemployment insurance but I found a new job that does pay into unemployment, but then got laid off from that, th... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Wa State L&I found my former employer to be in violation by classifying me as an independent contractor instead of employee. Plus I was wrongfully terminated and awarded unemployment. It's now time to file my taxes but former employer sent me a 1099 form.
My former employer misclassified me as an Independent contractor, however, L&I has recently changed that because my old boss was calling me that in order to save tax dollars. Well now I need to file m... applies to Washington · 0 answers

If an employee missed a lot of days prior to being eligible for FMLA do those days get cleared and considered FMLA once the employee files for the FMLA? Or does FMLA only cover instances after FMLA paperwork has been filed?
We have an employee who just signed up for FMLA and I want to know if I should approve all her prior days off and count it towards her FMLA time or if I can leave those and just count going forward fr... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Can my employer withhold severance if I refuse to relocate?
My employer is in round one of lay-offs. Severance packets are being offered to everyone as far as I know. I have not been given my severance agreement yet as I believe I am in round two. But I have h... applies to California · 1 answer

Can bullying an employee be considered as discrimination?
I feel like my previous manager bullied me out of my job because I stood up for myself and didnt allow him to disrepect me. The manager had displayed disrespect and sarcaism in a meeting in front of o... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Am I mistreated because of discrimination?
I was diagnosed with advanced cancer after I joined the company for about 5 months. I had to take two 6-week leaves for very hard treatments. I told my manager in details regarding my illness and trea... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Company asking for a new resignation letter
After being on Short term disability for almost five months I was released back to work. Upon handing in my release note from the doctor I also gave my written two weeks notice of resignation. Since a... applies to New York · 1 answer

Age discrimination
Is it considered age discrimination when an employer has a health insurance set up on a premium flat rate. An example is a 22 yr old's rate is $144.35 and the company matches $60 so they are paying fo... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

How long is unemployment aloowed to answer a case request?
I am in the mortgage industry and am required to go to the office full-time weekly. I have done this work for 12+ years and am W-2 but paid by the employer on a percentage basis. Because of the market... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Hours cut in half would not accepting new terms be a quit or termination?
I work for a single doctor office as a medical biller/coder. I have been informed my hours will be cut in half. If I inform him that this is not acceptable, and he says there are no options, would thi... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Comp time for exempt employees
I work for a local non-profit agency. All employees are considered exempt. I work some weeks everyday 8 hours or more. My job requirements are teaching classes, invoicing, scheduling community classes... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Does an employment contract that explicitly states that i am owed reimbursements protect me?
Hello. I’m contacting you because I have filed a Justice of the Peace lawsuit against my former employer for business related expenses that are owed to me. I understand that typically there is no gu... applies to Texas · 0 answers

please help me-ada violations-harassament-work related discrimation
i been employed at a company that has over 600 employees in over 10 states. as of late and after I placed a reasonable acomadation on file with this co. I have been harassed. They have insulted me, cu... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can I do anything if my employer does not compensate me for wages?
Time and time again during the three years i have worked for this company the same issue keeps comming up. My employer fails to pay me on time and never can give reasoning for the event. Most recent, ... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Can my employer reduce my pay to minimum wage if there is no policy i signed for quitting/no notice?
After I worked 40 hours I quit without notice. My employer reduced my wages to minimum wage and took pay that was a manual check from what i was owed the previous pay period. Is this allowed in Florid... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Was told after resigning I would have to pay back salary previously earned.
employed as an aide, Five months ago was convited of a mistomeanor - Class 1. Told in four months ago by Dept of Education that I was not eligible for a newly required license until the conviction is ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Overpaid in error PTO Letter received.
I worked for the company for 7 months and used PTO in advance and got paid for it. I was planning to stay and didn’t expect a new job offer when I had used the PTO in advance. The company uses a 3rd... applies to California · 0 answers

Can i pursue a defamation lawsuit if a previous employer provides false information on my employment
I was at a job for a short time, right at 3 months. I have my offer letter with my start date and I have my resignation email sent from my work email but included my personal email as well so I would ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Performance based deductions from wages?
Can an employer deduct a set amount per hour of wage from employees and place money into employee team 'pot' but allow those employees the opportunity to earn their money back based on meeting perform... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Am I entitled to receive more than a week since I quit my job for this job?
I received an offer letter, accepted the offer, was given a start date, gave notice to current employer, started on given start date, midway on 1st day was walked out due to background check was not p... applies to California · 0 answers

I was let go of my job on Sept 9th, was told my position was eliminated. I am still considered an employee until November 13th. Severance packages have been mailed out. In the meantime I saw a job posted at a different property but still with the same com
I was terminated on Sept 9th from my company which is a hotel due to the pandemic. My last official day is Nov 13th. Severance packages have been sent out. In the meantime I saw a position at a differ... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Can I sue someone for defemation of character and loss of wages if I lost my job because of false accusations of sexual harassment?
I was working at the Salvation Army and had worked there for seven years, and loved my job! We became under new management, and I enjoyed working with the assistant manager as he had a good sense of h... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I was told today that my job was being eliminated, effective immediately. I had 2 positions with this company. One full time position and one part time after hours cleaning position. I was told that both jobs were being eliminated. My full time job duties
Approx 4 weeks prior to this a Dr left the practice to start his own. One of the remaining Dr was already in the process of trying to take the leaving dr's clients and pts prior to his leaving. I was ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is it legal for your employer to mark you down absent if you showed up o work an hour and 40mins late but still worked the rest of your shift?
My schedule was changed twice and I was unaware because it's never happened before and as soon as the schedule is posted I mark down my days off on my time sheet. I thought I was off because that's wh... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

Severance pay after declining relocation of current job?
There is a good possibility that my employer (a major regional bank) will close our local office in a reorganization and ask me to relocate my current job to a bank office in another state. I do not h... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

My wife received partial unemployment for a total of 30 weeks of $3000
My wife received partial unemployment for 30 weeks in Missouri for a total of 3000 dollars she received a letter today stating she did not report her full wages for those 30 weeks as I was wondering t... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

commisisoned sales rep.
In short, I am a commissioned software sales rep. I get a base + 6% of the accounts I close. I have an employment contract. My boss, the VP of sales, and I get along great and he tells me he is very h... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Need to know if I can take any action about my termination...that happened during psychiatric treatm
I have worked at the same job for 16 years. This past July I had a breakdown. My boss set me up for short term disability and Family medical leave (both at the same time). I have been seeing two docto... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Even though I am classified as exempt, I am required to be in the office at least 40 hrs per week.
I am a computer technician working as a contractor for the Federal government. My position is considered exempt, and I receive a salary. My work involves responding to help tickets from customers in m... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

when a white employee's is given a pass ,counseled or relocated for the same act of a African black male, and the black male is terminated can it be considered as unlawful discrimination been that the equal employment act states that all employees should
several white employees often have complaints brought against them for sexual harassment and other reasons and they are moved along or relocated then when a black male is accused he is terminated.. th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Non compete in employee hand book.
I have a former employer who had a non-compete clause add to a new version of his employee hand book. It as added at the end of his employee handbook. We all had to sign the handbook at the end of a m... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

i had to quit due to being replaced and offered lower paying position
I quit a job of 6 years after employer "reorganized" and made all staff reapply for positions they previously held. I did not qualify for my position after reorganization due to educational requiremen... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Unpaid wages and bounced payroll check
I worked for four weeks for my previous employer. He hired 4 other employees at the same time as myself. To my knowledge, none of us have been paid with a 'good' check. We all, at this point, have pap... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

The company I work for sold one of the product lines at our factory. I was told I needed to go with that line if I want to have a job. At my company the assembly jobs are considered unskilled. So we have no choice what product line we work on. I have work
The company put all older employees on that line and sold it to another company. 9 of the 10 employees are all over 50. We have no choice what line we are put on applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Can an employer withhold a final paycheck of wages already earned if I will not sign a separate doc?
I handed in a resignation letter with an end date of Feb. 21 to my employer and my last date of worked hours was Feb. 19. I have one final check due, available March 2nd. My employer is now forcing me... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Do we pay payroll taxes to ex-employee on agreed settlement amount?
We agreed (reluctantly!) to settle a wage claim instead of dragging it out for who knows how long. The agreement is we will pay BOLI $500 a month (that they then turn around and pay the ex-employee)fo... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Week of vacation promised be take away .?can that happen
i’ve been working for this company since 2011 I was promised my wages plus one week vacation I receive my one week plus service time accrued extra weeks as of one year you get one week but I got two... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Staffing Service Non-Compete Sales to Operations
I work in a sales role for a staffing service in Philadelphia, and signed a non-compete stating that I would not work for, own, or manage a competing staffing firm within 60 miles. I am being consider... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Trying to recover unused vacation
I recently quit my job to work for another company. I gave my former employer a formal two-weeks notice and they sent me home for the remainder of the two weeks. They have paid me for wages earned but... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If terminated in the middle of a pay period does the severance package replace the wages already due or would it be in addition to if not specified in the severance agreement?
I was let go nine calendar days into a pay period. The severance package I was offered and signed the same day I was let go stated the first payment would be the Friday following the "7 day Rescission... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Retaliation?
Recently I contacted the GM of the company I work for on behalf of other employees. The Office Manager in our office as well as another member of managemnt had been making derogatory comments about so... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

work place retaliation
My boss was yelling and swearing at us and was being very rude and belitleing us I addressed this with HR put was blown off also addressed it with higher up supervision and also was blown off. I work ... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Termination
I have been with company X, a large financial services provider, for 10 years. I was always considered a high potential and even recently put into a retention program. About a year ago I was asked to ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have a case against my employer because I was demoted due to challenging illegal practices?
I was demoted at my job I believe for 2 reasons: 1 was that I was challenging illegal practices occuring; 2: I went on a medical leave. For the past 6 months my immediate supervisor and I have had sev... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

should this job be Exempt or Non-Exempt?
My title is "Field Engineer" my duties are: installing, repairing, upgrading, maintaining, and trouble shooting point of sale computer systems. I supervise no one. I am required but compensated for us... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Unpaid wages
I got a contract job offer and I started working there through an consulting agency. The consulting agency signed a contract with the client for me. I had a verbal contract with the consulting agency ... applies to California · 1 answer

How should I go about receiving unpaid wages from an employer?
I have been working freelance for a company for the past 4+ years. I stopped seeing paychecks in March, and was constantly assured that payment is coming, just wait another week. I continued working w... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

In-accurate Commission Pay
I have been working for the same company for over 3 years and recently I have found out that a certain number of part numbers have not been included in our commission report. This affects several empl... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Should I sue for what I feel is retaliation?
I am a nurse that works a skilled floor. Two weeks ago my ADON asked me to change a skin assessment I did more than a month ago. This would be considered Medicare fraud and is illegal, besides the fac... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Federal Contractor, company lost contract, now pay docked for vacation
I am a Federal government contractor. A few months back, my employer, GTS, retroactively changed their leave policy in anticipation of losing the contract (which they did). They changed the policy so ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

loss of wages
Hi I was working for this security guard company and the owner of the company would not give me overtime...he suggested I also work for this other company he owned and get more guard work there..I had... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer change your employment status prior to discharging you to avoid paying severance pay
My husband works in technical service for a major company. His position is considered a salaried/management position. Recently the company changed all technical service employees from salaried/managem... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Is unusual pay structure discrimination?
I am a bus driver subject to a 2-tier pay structure, which includes a higher wage for duties I perform as a trainer. In addition to actually training the drivers, I sign off on all the official docume... applies to California · 1 answer

Gender discrimination, retaliation (wrongful termination)
I am a 52 year old woman who held a highly responsible position for the last two years in a growing company. During this time I averaged a salary 25% below my male counterparts in the same level of ma... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can an employee call out sick for an indefinite time period?
I have a salaried (Exempt)co-worker who called out sick on a Wednesday. On Thursday he was a no call no show, on Friday he went to the hospital and was subsequently discharged that Sunday. Over the ne... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Severance Pay for Part Time employees
With the closing of our plant, we were told we would receive severance pay, one week for each year of service. I started my employment here full time. After the birth of my son, I accepted a part time... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My husband was fired last weekafter 25 years. He was paid his final wages that day but no vacation pay that was still on the books. 7 days according to his payroll person. How can he recover it? His ex boss wont budge.
His payroll person admitted he still has 7 days vacation on the books but one of the owners told her dont pay it because he rejoined carpenters union 5 years ago and the vacation pay theyve been payin... applies to California · 1 answer

Is this type of action considered deflamation
I was fired from my job in Aug. 2009, after being falsely accused of falsifying vehicle mileage reports. I have substantial proof my former employer is not being truthful (statement from accounts visi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Was my case considered Fraternization?
I was a program manager for a government contractor and terminated from my job for having an affair (happened only one time) with someone who worked under my management. I self reported the affair to ... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Unemployment benefits for day to day layoffs???
The company which I work for has been rather slow for the last few months. To compensate for our lack of sales a 12 hour shift was eliminated. I was on this 12 hour shift and have lost a great deal of... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an Accussed person who was cleared of all charges sue for retaliation?
Can an Accussed person who was cleared of all charges sue for retaliation? A person was accussed for sexual Harassment and after being suspended and then cleared of all charges comes back to work BUT ... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Is Coworker bullying considered hostile environment?
My coworker has been making fun of me because I come late. It has gotten to a point where my team members make fun of me every now and then and started calling me 1030. When I was hired, my manager an... applies to California · 0 answers

Under Mass law, is a company required to pay employee severance if it files chapt 11 or chapt 7?
I joined an early stage company in Cambridge 1 year ago as an executive. The company is incorporated in Delaware and employees based in Massachusettes. I signed an employment agreement that included n... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Compensation Reduction
Employer in Pennsylvania - Employee in Connecticut Salary $63,000 cut to $30,000 without notice, paid bi-monthly - the reduced amount showed up in the bank. A partner is sending $1,000 "make up" check... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Can I seek legal advice for being discharged for being sick?
I was discharged at my job of 10+ years for going home sick. I work as a paramedic, and did not feel right about being around sick patients whose immune systems are already compromised while I was sic... applies to New Hampshire · 1 answer

can I be denied severance pay if my current clinic is closing and I do not want to accept a position that is somewhat comparable to my position now paying less wages? I no longer want to work for the company I'm with
I work for a hospital group. I was just told that the clinic I work in is closing soon. I will be offered a severance package but that if a position becomes available that they find comparable to my c... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Employer deducts perdiem from wages, reimburses it (tax free) & claims he paid my per diem
My husband and I are over-the-road truck drivers. Our employer deducts standard meals per diem ($63/day) from both of ours gross pay. He reimburses the $63/day during the same pay period. They say it'... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

if it isnt stated clearly in my handbook, can I be fired for it?
If I am ASKED, meaning I am given a choice, and not ordered to complete a task, is it considered insubordination and can I be fired for this? Does swearing in front of a customer even if it is not lis... applies to Washington · 0 answers

I UNDERSTAND THAT MY BOSS CAN DROP MY WAGE TO MINIMUM IF I DONT GIVE THE REQUIRED 4 WEEKS NOTICE SINCE IT IS THE HANDBOOK BUT CAN SHE DO THIS FOR THE ENTIRE 4 WEEKS
Employees are required to give Management a two week written notice when they are leaving a position. Management and salaried positions must give a four week written termination notice. Holidays and s... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Am I being retaliated for filing for FMLA?
I recently filed for intermittent FMLA due to missing work because of severe migraines. I missed work this passed Wednesday due to this. My FMLA paperwork has not been approved yet as I have not recei... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Assault by employee bad enough for IIED?
I work in a bar and had to cut off an off-duty security employee from drinking. He was under the obvious influence of narcotics and his liquor consumption was high enough to put his BAC above .10 Upon... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Retroactive Pay Deductions
My husband was hired by a large corporation to be the Manager of a new concept opening in another town. After training, he was informed that the new concept would not open for at least two years. They... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Could I qualify for unemployment benefits?
I recently resigned a position. After speaking with my supervisors, I reconsidered & rescinded the resignation, which both encouraged me to do & told me would be no problem. When I decided to rescind,... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Intermittent leave through FMLA
My wife works for a company located in Louisville, KY. She has been empolyed there for 26 years. Our son who is 14 and is autistic is in need of after school care. Would she be eligable for intermitte... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Is a note stating person may return to work with out restrictions for all job related functions considered acceptable certification: when the doctor has a copy of employees job discription.
My doctor gave me a note to return to work. HR then required a full release certhficate. My doctor wrote blank blank may return to work without restrictions foq all job related functions. HR said that... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

I lost my job in a mass layoff. My separation agreement states the date I was terminated. I have a separate letter stating I was let go from a layoff and another separate sheet states my status as layoff. They have not complied with OWBPA so the contract
I have a separation agreement not complying with OWBPA. I was in a mass layoff with NO notice but they were seeking capital. They also shut down our sales force but my sales team had already noticed t... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I am a teacher who resign from a charter school. I sign my
I am a teacher who resign from a charter school. I sign my "at will" contract" back in march-April, but now I found a new job and put my 2 weeks notice on July 27. The school terminate me immediately ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

how long can an employer schedule some-one full-time hours before they pay them full-time wages and benefits?
i am working full-time hours but am still classified as part-time. How long can my employer schedule and work me full-time hours(hourly non-exempt) be fore they must pay me full-time hours and full-ti... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Retailation for trying to prevent discrimination against others
I am faculty at a private university. Last year I actively sought to stop what I considered to be discrimination against minorities in our admission process. My activities included filing a complaint ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I need help with being terminated while on workman's comp
My job emailed me stating they received my request to extend my leave of absence. I'm on workman's comp/disability. It was stated that employees are not permitted to extend leaves of absence without s... applies to California · 0 answers

Reprimanded for discussing pay with fellow employees.
A few months ago I was reprimanded(written up) at my job for discussing pay with fellow employees. I had recently discovered that a new hires starting pay was double the hourly rate of many employees(... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

relocation/bonus payment and wages withheld.
I was hired on with a bonus/relocation of 5000. In the contract, it only states that it must be paid back if I do not stay a year. Because of a better offer, and unreasonable working conditions, I gav... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer give away employee services, without compensating them?
If I am an personal trainer at a large gym and I get paid per client (at a rate individually decided by ourselves), can my employer give away training sessions without compensating me? My gym continua... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Marital Status Discrimination
I, along with 10 staff in my office, relocated from the UK in November 2001. My employer decided to convert our salaries from UK Net to US Net, rather than from UK Gross to US Gross. Because I am marr... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was fired from American airlines for accepting 5 dollars for a smart cart at DFW airport without any warning at all. This was my first offense.
I was fired from American airlines for what was considered accepting a cash tip. This was my first time doing something that would result in any type of discipline. I was fired without any warning. Wh... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Comissions earned can not be considered theft, can they?
Working as a recruiter, I got quarterly commissions, which were paid at the end of each quarter(this quarter Number 1). I got terminated the end of the 1st month of the (guarter number 2); having 2 mo... applies to Texas · 0 answers

30 Hour Work Week Health Care Benefits
I'm moving from a 40 hour/week job in Texas, to a 30-hour/week job in Florida. Here in Texas I get health benifits but in Florida I will not be provided with the company health insurance plan. The Hum... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Final paycheck missing wages
I live in Arizona and recently left my job for another one after giving two weeks notice in writing. My ex employer agreed to allow me to stay on through the two weeks. On my last day my employer and ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Do I have a lawsuit against my employer for lost wages and emotional damage?
In April I found out I had a brain tumor, and had emergency surgery. I went on disability and FMLA. When the FMLA expired I was not recovered from my ordeal. The HR dept. for my employer sent me paper... applies to California · 2 answers

I owe repayment of a bonus. The contract didn't specify repayment terms. Can they impose timeframe
I received a combined sign-on /relocation bonus, but resigned after 8 months. The contract stated I must pay it back if I did not complete 2 years, but did not stipulate a payback timeframe. I am offe... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Unpaid wages
A year ago I quit my job because my employer was not paying me on time. I would sometimes wait up to three weeks for a paycheck. So finally I confronted him, nothing was resolved so I then quit. As of... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I don't receive a pay stub with my check. How can I determine if I was paid the correct wage?
I started at $14/hr and in a couple months increased to $17/hr. I've been at that rate for the past 4 years. It's a small company and we don't always work 40 hour weeks. I've tried to record my wages ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Can my employer deny me vacation accural,for wrongfully changing my contract to a lesser scale 25 years ago. It was just discovered last month that this had happened.
I work for a union out of washing DC, I was laid off in January of 1994, but worked for the company through out the year while being laid off. the company when they brought me back, rehired me and put... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Is a non-competition contract enforcable for a PRN employee
I am a PRN employee in the medical field. I work for a small business. I was told I had to sign a non-comptete agreement in order to obtain employement. As this is a PRN job and thus I am not promised... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

reasonable accommodate
I have lupus & fell & broke my hip at work last August 2003. The fall has exacerbated the illness & my doctor does not want me to work full time any longer. I have inquired about part time, flexible h... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

my employer terminated me while on approved FMLA leave
My employer terminated me while on approved FMLA leave. The IL Dept of Labor upheld the decision stating my doctor had not notified them of my last appt. (Dr. staff stated they did send the FAX w my r... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Is there anything I can do if my signature was forged on a DISA release and consent form for drug and alcohol test results which are considered HIPAA protected. Additionally the forged document is being used indefinitely due to no expiration date, also a
To join DISA takes an informed decision based on being given the program regulations to read prior to signing. This is stated on the consent form. I never had that opportunity. The signature was forge... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Non competition valid after 11yrs service?
I signed a Employment Agreement with a Non Compete clause in 1997. The company was one of the holding companys of the US parent. Since then the Parent has split itself into many holding companies, sol... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Reductuton in wages anytime and selectively
Can they reduce salaries at any time and raise it to what is in contract anytime. Question: My employer (located in Atlanta, GA) reduces pay of some employees selectively coz they are not at the clien... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it a reasonable accomadation ask your employer to NOT use available paid time off?
I am currently using both FMLA intermittent leave and FMLA reduced schedule leave. I have no avialable paid time off. Starting in January, I will have available paid time off. My employer is telling m... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Previous employer refused to give paycheck and won't send W2
Please help me. I worked for a company for a very short period of time, however long enough to receive a paycheck. They lied about mailing my check to and after over two month stated they refused to g... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Are employers held accountable for repeated over payment of wages to employees?
This question, like others I have seen, involves over payment of wages after leaving the company. When I received what should have been my last paycheck from my previous employer, I noticed that they ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer choose to simply not pay me for earned wages?
So, I was just informed today (May 3rd, 2016) that my employer cant pay me my paycheck that I was supposed to be paid on May 1st, 2016. We sell insurance, and he received a charge from one of our insu... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Removed from the schedule even though I have a last week of work
I handed in my two weeks notice on the 1st due to getting a new job, but then on the 3rd I came in and discovered I was removed from the next week's schedule which should be my final week. All work we... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Does two people being treated differently with medical problems be considered discrimination?
Hi I work a fulltime job I have been there for 18 years, I recently was on medical leave I had 2 surgeries and was off work for 2 1/2 months. when I got back I see a note posted that if anyone could s... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

They want me to waive any future claims.
In Oct. of 2002 I complained to supv. re: Overtime/comptime. I and the 2 workers I supervised were salaried. All the DOL guidelines say we should not have been. My supervisor was "pissed" and the HR p... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Cut wages, If I quit, do I still get severence?
I am an V.P. of an Ohio based company. Due to lack of funding, everyone in the company was put on a mandatory lay-off for 3 weeks. At that time, it was verbally said that those employees that would go... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How can I be a "temporary worker" after nearly 4 years at the same job, same place?
I worked for a security company that has contracts for most of the security for Shaw Industries. Shaw has been replacing their own security guards (who are fully benefited, well compensated employees)... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

CAN I BE FIRED FOR MISSING WORK DUE TO MY ASTHMA
I have had several problems with my asthma over the past year resulting in me missing some time from work now and then. I have been taken off work a couple of times by my doctor and I have given those... applies to California · 3 answers

Discrimination - Making me do a manager's job, but paying me as a supervisor.
Is it considered discrimination if I am singled out to retain a job that the department has eliminated? I work in a technology project management organization. All employees are exempt. In April, they... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Am I owed wages for the duration of my 90-day probationary period when I was let go after a month?
I left an existing job to take a new job with another company. Although there was no employment contract, I was told that my employment was subject to a 90-day probationary period. My supervisor was v... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Have I Libelously Defamed?
My present employer was part owner in my previous employer's company during the time that I feel I have a strong EEOC case for pay discrimination. My present employer and my previous employer are brot... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Are non-compete's enforceable if you don;t sign anything?
I believe this might be a unique one for you. I have been working for a painting company as a business sales manager for four months. I have recently considered starting my own painting business. My e... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

What Kind of Lawyer or representation I need to force an ex-employer to pay back wages
I need to find out what kind of Lawyer I need to sue my former employer (small business) to collect back pay. I am owed about $12,000 in back pay plus W2s for about $15,000 in tax (deducted from my pa... applies to New York · 0 answers

What is this considered?
Start by saying I work in retail for a corporation. Myself and another co-worker had been robbed at gunpoint. Normally the district manager is suppose to come out to the scene that did not happen when... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Filing for Unemployment as remote-based employee of non-Ohio company?
I recently was let go (severance separation due to company downsizing) from a remote-based consulting position with a company based outside of Ohio. I have been seeing conflicting and incomplete infor... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Do I have recourse for not accepting comparable job?
I just found out my position is being outsourced to a third party company. We will be offered positions to work for this company and given a few days to accept, and if we decline, we will be out of a ... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Back wages
I have been employed by a professional group since January 2003. A final contract was never signed. We (employer and employee) had the same lawyer. (Don't you think this was a conflict of interest on ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non-Compete in Florida
I am currently employed as a Manager at a real estate firm. Last year my broker had me sign a non-compete/non-solicitation agreement. At the time I was not an "employee", I was working as a realtor/in... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I'm a housekeeper at a motel in Oregon. My boss asks us to clean his kitchen and clean his cat box or go to store for him he pays us what he calls a cash bonus. Then has us write it down on our time cards for regular housekeeping wages so we can pay taxes
When I'm done working my regular duties as housekeeper the boss will ask me to clean his liter box he pays me cash for this calls it a bonus which he has me write it on my time card from my job on my ... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

job offer recinded after finding out about criminal background, protected under 23-A
I am located in upstate NY. We are protected by 23-A law here for discrimination against criminal background. I have never had a problem finding employment. However, I worked for an employer for almos... applies to New York · 1 answer

can an employer delete hours from an employees paycheck for allegedly not clocking out?
My former employer has deleted approx 20 hours from my paycheck stating that I did not clock out. The system does an auto clock out at 5am and as the former general manager of a tavern was often still... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

is small claims a way to collect wages ?
I am a over the raod truck driver. I had worked for a small company this year located in illinois. In march last year I went without getting paid a full month,This employer was contracting through a b... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Overtime -- exempt status determination for IT employees
Regarding overtime pay, I would like to determine if I should be considered exempt or non-exempt. I work for an IT consulting firm, and am out in the field, working at clients in a desktop support cap... applies to New York · 1 answer

45% pay cut and reverse discrimination
My husband is a sales executive for a fairly large company. He has been paid a salary + commission for 4 years. Friday he was told because of a negative canvass of 2% he will no longer receive a salar... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I work at a restaurant that normally closes at midnight except for the weekends they're open 24 hours I'm a server and my employer hired me to work the 3 p.m. to midnight shift. My employer has had me in training of which I am now complete that he had me
I got hired at a restaurant back in November 2015. When I accepted the job it was for a shift from 3 p.m. to 11 pm. They advised me that while in training I may be required to work a few overnight shi... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Special agreement wages not paid during resignation
Hi I had to leave company in end of March 2012. and in the Summer of 2011 we had signed a agreement with Company i had worked for that I shell not provide my resume to the other companies bidding on c... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Breach of Contract?
Let me start by saying that I posted once already and was responded to very helpfully, thank you. I think we've reasonably established that I have not signed a non-compete form. So my new question is,... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Is this considered retaliation from my employer
Last week I was informed I would be reporting to a new boss because my current boss is leaving. Next day I met w/ new boss and was verbally offered to stay in my current position w/some changes to my ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

can they turn my job into part time and hire some one else for the other half of my job
After working for 9 years full time, my ex-company told me that they were going to turn my position into two part time jobs and offered me one of the 4 hour slot which I took, then about 1-1/2 yrs lat... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was cleared of charges that I harassed a co-worker. The case was cleared by our HR, board members and Hr consulting firm. But knowing this worker she most likely will not let it go. What are my rights. I really don't want to be on pins and needles for t
A worker told staff on her way out the door "don't forget I'm not here tomorrow." She in fact did not tell her co-workers of the day off. As assistant director I sent out an email to all staff to remi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can severence be rescinded after signing to receive it over an unreasonable job offer?
My company is consolidating branches, and offices are closing. As a result, I was approached by HR with an internal job offer. This offer was considered to be unreasonable as it would reduce my positi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is this a conflict of interest?
I have worked as an educational coordinator for one year under a temp-180 title with the promise that, if a permanent position arose, I could apply for it. The permanent education coordinator had the ... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Harassment - Retaliation by Employer
Would this be considered retaliation for not supplying damaging information about another employee. President of company feels performance of an employee on my team is poor. Although he has expressed ... applies to New York · 1 answer

CAN MY EMPLOYER FIRE ME IF I ONLY GET PAID PER PATIENT IF I REFUSE EXTRA WORK?
I GET PAID PER PATIENT NO PATIENT = MY TIME DO NOT HAVE TO REPORT TO OFFICE WHEN I AM DONE FOR THE DAY JUST HAVE TO DO THE PATIENTS I HAVE SCHEUDLED FOR THAT DAY. HAVE SAME PATIENTS EVERY WEEK . IF I ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Employer refusing to pay for overtime wages earned
My employer has bounced back and forth on whether she's going to pay me overtime on a project she made me work on at home. I was hired on an hourly basis, then changed to salaried exempt, and that's w... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is this legal?
I have been working for a company for 5 years now. I started out salary, and after 5 years they have decided to move me to hourly. Which when i was working salary I was working like 84 hours a week. A... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

wage and or sex discrimination
Worked at Harrah's Casino in Shreveport La. Was hired in a pantry position with several yrs. exp. at starting wage of $7.50...after 8 months, I had received an above average review but NO raises, star... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is this discrimination based seperation of employement? Involving resignation prior to an incident
I live in virginia, and worked part time for a private EMS company. I had just put in a 1 month notice the week prior. We had an incident at work that involved an equipment malfunction. I was on a cre... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

In the state of NC can wages be withheld in the event a sign-on bonus was offered for employment?
My contract states the following: 1. Amount of Sign-On Bonus. Upon commencing employment with xxxxxx (defined as arriving for your first day of work), you will be entitled to a Sign- on Bonus, subject... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

In what year was MGL c149 s148, as it is written today, signed into legislation?
I need to know when MGL 149 s148, a.k.a. MA Wage Payment Act, as it exists today, was approved as a law. I've traced the law back to the early 1900s, but the wording has changed slightly over the year... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

A company tutor wishing to go private
I work as an independent contractor/tutor in LA for a tutoring company. The company is headquartered in Wyoming and the local office is in Lancaster. [I tutor in students' homes.] I recently learned t... applies to California · 1 answer

I started working for a company selling capital equipment. When I started I was told it was a salary plus commission job. The commission was 4.5% of the elidgable dollars from the sale and would be paid as the customer made their payments. Example the dea
The company essentially still owes me $28k from deals that were considered closed in 2018. But the customers are still making progress payments to the company. That will b made in 2019. The just chang... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I am leaving my previous employer and joining a new company. I gave my 2 wks notice for resignation to my ex employer He is not accepting my resignation and is asking me to extend for another two weeks. I have already set a joining date with my new compan
I am leaving my previous employer and joining a new company. I gave my 2 wks notice for resignation to my ex employer He is not accepting my resignation and is asking me to extend for another two week... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Discrimination
I work for a company that has approximately 500 employees. Their 401k plan is set up that the employees are eligible the first of quarter following 90 days probationary period. I started in October 20... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

wages from salarey to hourley employee
Can my employer pay me far less money when going from salary to hourly? I have been on salary for over say 8 years on my check stub it states 1837.51 for 80 hours or two weeks which would bee 22.97 an... applies to California · 1 answer

I am currently on unemployment. My former employer appealed it, lost, asked for reconsideration and lost again. A month later I received a letter from the board of nursing with accusations made by my former employer. Is this considered a form of retaliati
I was employed by HealthEast Hospice. While employed there, I felt that they were biased against me/my nursing practice, among many other things, and was terminated. I filed for unemployment and it wa... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Options if the deadline for recovering back wages through the Texas Workforce Commission has passed?
I live in Texas and worked for a company that contracts all of its employees through a company based in California. Although I worked for the Texas company, from a legal standpoint all employees were ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can retaliation still be considered after time limit for filing EEOC claim has passed?
I have been with the company for over 4 years, after almost 3 years I was assigned a different job at the same facility, after several months in that job I discovered that another employee with the sa... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Retaliation due to me quitting
My husband and I worked at the same adult group home, when being left short staffed and doing the work of two people, I put my notice in to terminate my employment. Still being under my probationary p... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can a company arbitrarily enforce a non-complete agreement?
I was just laid off from an IT consulting firm where I was a full time employee for eight years. I am being asked to sign a non-compete agreement in order to gain severance. According to the terms of ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I worked for this company and my former GM was leaving going to another store with the same company so I inform resignation, after I resign rumors was going around stating im not eligible for rehire i called the store just to confirm information which was
I worked for this company and my former GM was leaving going to another store with the same company so I inform resignation, after I resign rumors was going around stating im not eligible for rehire i... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can I be forced to sign a Non-compete / confidentiality agreement?
I am paid as and considered a 1099 contractor by the company I am working for. They do not withhold any federal taxes or provide any benefits. Other than the way I am paid, they treat me as an "employ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

What can be done when a third parties intentional interferes w/ a personal contract
Situation: I am a director of a group of schools that have 7 members on a board Member 1- offers a proposal to the group- the proposal breaks the by-laws but the chair allows member 1 to go forth with... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

If something is provided to all the employees, would it still be considered a reasonable accommodation?
An employee with a bad back isn't given a ergonomic chair but the other employees is provided with a ergonomic chair. The worker ask their employee for a chair because of their back problem. The emplo... applies to New York · 1 answer

i am considered a 1099 employee for credit card processing company. I work off of commissions. my employer put out a contract last year that says if you dont bring in a certain volume of new accounts they will deduct the difference from my pay check. Can
I started for the company in 2008 as a regular w2 employee and moved out of state in 2013 and became a 1099 employee for the same company. I work from home calling businesses to switch them over to ou... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I was terminated by my employer and offered 2 months severance pay if I stayed on 6 weeks and completed a specific list of tasks to prepare my responsibilities to be overtaken by someone else. I asked... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

I need to know if a situation is slander or defamation
My boss knows about a health issue my wife is having that required the stopping of any alcoholic beverages. In support I also stopped drinking, nobody is an alcoholic and that is not what caused the i... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Is it considered termination when my manager deletes my access to my work account?
I was out sick for 3 days, when I returned to work I found out that my Office Manager deleted/deactivated my access to my work account. I work in a doctors office and we use Electronic medical records... applies to California · 1 answer

Doctor previously worked for called and offered me a front office manager position. Accepted job and quit my present job. When I went to work for him the position I was hired for was not available. The person decided to stay. So he put me in a surgical as
My previous employer called an offered a front office Mgr position. When I went to work the position was not available. The person in the position decided not to leave. So they put me in a surgical po... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Pregnancy discrimination?
I have worked for my employer for 17 1/2 years. After being hit by a car I was put on temporary disability. I was told two weeks later I was getting a 10% pay cut due to the economy even though no one... applies to California · 2 answers

How can I receive unpaid wages from an employer?
I live in Aurora, IL but I worked for a tutoring company as the "site coordinator". The company is based out of Florida. I set up the operation for them in Aurora, IL. I have emails documenting my pay... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Is the employer require to pay holiday pay?
My Employment Agreement states: . "Employee will not be entitled to compensation for holidays or vacation. Employee shall be eligible for such holiday pay on the first of the month following 60 days o... applies to California · 0 answers

Can a person still be eligible for UI in CA after terminated b/c random drug screen misunderstanding
If an an employer does a random drug screening and the employee was asked to give another sample at the clinic due to temperature issues, and the employee quickly went to the car to get cell phone and... applies to California · 1 answer

Retaliation
I worked for my employer for eight years during which time I received several promotions and great performance reviews. For the past two years my direct supervisor has often asked me out on dates, sen... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Character defamation?
I have recently started a temporary work contract for a financial services company. On my official first day of employment, the HR manager called me in for a meeting and informed me that one of my pre... applies to New York · 1 answer

Could I get unemployment benefits if I choose to leave my job?
I am manager of a small business and gave birth to my son a year ago. My son was born with many health problems and I was not able to go to back to work on a full time schedule. President of the compa... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Company has me on furlough for over 6months they know sent me a separation agreement and paying 4 wks from the date of separation. And stated ends at after 4wks are paid or first day of employment with another employer .. My question is the Furlough notic
Company has me on furlough for over 6months they know sent me a separation agreement and paying 4 wks from the date of separation. And stated ends at after 4wks are paid or first day of employment wit... applies to New York · 0 answers

Have any of my rights been violated and do I have any cause to garner additional severence?
I have been Director of Purchasing for a small $15M garment manufacturer for 6.5 years. I have not had a review in 4 years. I was verbally complimented highly for my performance last Dec. and given a ... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

I was recently laid off and told it was because the position was eliminated. There were 4 people that held the same title and position that I did. 2 men and 2 women. the company eliminated the positions of the 2 women. One of the men was provided privileg
I was recently laid off and told it was because the position was eliminated. There were 4 people that held the same title (RVP Operations) and position that I did. 2 men and 2 women. The company elimi... applies to Washington · 1 answer

Am I eligible for unemployment
I was recently told that I needed to improve my performance at my job. I was give 3 weeks unpaid leave to sort out my personal issues. After the 3 weeks I was informed that nature of my work had been ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hi, I was on medical leave for a few months and returned to work this week. However, before I returned I was informed by the new manager of our department that my position was being eliminated and that they distributed my duties to other personelle and th
Hi, I was on medical leave for a few months and returned to work this week. However, before I returned I was informed by the new manager of our department that my position was being eliminated and tha... applies to California · 0 answers

what are legal or other ways to properly deduct wages
Hello - I own a small business, As you know with any small business in the past few years margins are tight. which is why this is a big deal. I have been having problems with lost and neglected tools ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Unpaid Commission and salary vs. hourly
My employer of 2 1/2 years does not pay a weekly salary, overtime at a rate of time and a half, or time worked out of the office unless pre-approved. I am considered salaried/non-exempt and told I am ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I refuse an involuntary re-deployment to a hospital position as a non-clinical employee?
Hello - I am a Medical coder that lives & works in Arizona. I have been working from home since well before the start of the COVID 19 pandemic. My large healthcare employer is asking for corporate emp... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

How do you define insufficient consideration?
I have been employed as a sales consultant from 4/99 - 8/04. I was dismissed without cause/reason (as stated in my employee handbook as an "at-will" employee). My company is headquartered in Wisconsin... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can be considered a defamation case under Florida Law: If the employer; represents by a department's Manager applied a corrective action, written up, with absolutely No Grounds for it. Having the employee all the factual documentation that prove that the
I received a written up correction of action with absolutely No grounds or baseless statements: for instanc, in the case, the Manager allegated that I worked Over Time without previous authorization b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I sold a company, but unlawfully told my payroll company that I was still doing consulting for the new owner, and it was easier if they continued to pay me as before I sold. (I wasn't doing any work for them) I wanted to purchase a house, and wanted to ha
I sold a company, but unlawfully told my payroll company that I was still consulting for the new owner, and it was easier if they continued to pay me as before I sold. (Although I wasn't doing any wor... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can Lowe's refuse to hire those who have had workman's comp claims with them?
I worked at Lowe's from 2003-07 in Virginia, leaving as a Level 4 CSA. In '03 I hurt my back and was told I have to file a workman's comp claim. I did. Through my entire career at Lowe's I received no... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my employer deny my return to work? Doctor did a fit for duty certifcate saying I could return.
Employer states the doctor was unclear and she needed more info. and as a result, I couldn't return. The doctor stated I can do light duty,(meaning no strenouous activity). My job doesn't entail doing... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was recently shorted hrs on my check because the co deducted for breaks never taken
I recently contacted HR to inquire on hrs owed to me which were not documented with a clock in because I had not been given a number to clock in and out with, however the manager scheduled me to work ... applies to California · 0 answers

Company is strong arming recruiting companies from hiring people with their certifications.
I've been working at a large HealthCare organization (we'll call it organization X) that's in the process of implementing a new electronic medical records system. This company has hired me as an at wi... applies to California · 1 answer

I have applied for another job. I informed my manger and supervisor that I have applied for another job. After informing them they have started taking my assistant manager job duties away and changing my schedule. My supervisor has also talked to another
I have applied for another job. I informed my manger and supervisor that I have applied for another job. After informing them they have started taking my assistant manager job duties away and changing... applies to Texas · 0 answers

401(k) ADP Compliance??
I have been employeed by a rather small technology consulting company in New York (about 30 people of which many are on visa from India) for the past three years. I regularly contribute the my 401(k) ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have had poor attendance the past year and a half. I had to leave early on Monday may 8th to take my wife to the emergency room for a sprained foot, Went to work the next day and they gave me an ultimatum to go from full time to 29 hours and lost all my
I have had poor attendance the past year and a half. I had to leave early on Monday may 8th to take my wife to the emergency room for a sprained foot, Went to work the next day and they gave me an ult... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

about Labor code section 221 (to Mr. Richard J. Vaznaugh), Please answer
hi; Thank's for replying. I'm new at this so could you please tell mem what is the contact number of Cal. Labor Commissioner in San Francisco? Do you hear alot of case like me? and what is their solut... applies to California · 1 answer

No-hire provision; not a non-compete situation.
Hello, I have read through many of your Non-compete questions, but my question is a bit different.I have been working for a Contract Research Organization in the pharmaceutical industrey for about a y... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my employer reduce my hours for just any reason?
My GM recently tried to fire me over a 'voluntary" three page statement that was turned in to him by a customer. I believed the statement to be false and got the owner of the establishment involved. I... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I am a relative new employee, going on my fourth month there. I started working after training Tues-Sat, n there is this older lady that always gets into this other coworkers face. She works herself up to the confrontations the weeks before it happens by
Now, the older lady had not stopped gossiping about the co worker. The coworker has told me that the verbal attack I witnessed is nothing, the older lady has verbally attacked her while on calls, infr... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

My employer recently asked coworkers to report potential FMLA abuse. Can this be considered work place retaliation and potentially create a hostile workplace for those with legit FMLA status.
Recent section of a memo from my employer. "Moreover, employees who misuse FMLA are hurting their coworkers. Misuse of FMLA forces other employees to work additional hours and/or on days that they wer... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Wrongful termination declared by unemployment office should I seek further legal action?
I was recently terminated from my employer for reasons that I felt were not justifiable, so I claimed unemployment and after hearing my case the unemloyment office ruled in my favor stating exactly th... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

"overpaid" wages are being taken back without any notice
I used work for my employer for 25 hours a week. I then cut my hours down to 10 hours a week due to other obligations. They pay two weeks in advance, so if you didnt work the scheduled hours, the next... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I am in a union shop, we get a week off every year for the annual shutdown. They do take volunteers to clean shop but if we sign up and dont get chosen to work we are told we are unable to collect unemployment benefits for lack of work because the union v
I work for a union shop, and each year we have a 1 week shutdown and per contract if we sign up to work the shutdown and are able we can save a weeks vacation. If we dont work we have to use that one ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can a final paycheck be withheld due to unpaid Reimbursement Agreement?
First off, I'm in Arizona. I signed a Reimbursement Agreement with my former employer for off-site training. It noted the amount as $5000 total and said that that is to cover air fare, lodging, etc, a... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

If I was laid off because of the pandemic, am I required to return to work if I don’t feel like it’s safe returning? I have two parents with pre-existing health conditions that I’m home with and a nephew I have been caring for since his parents are
I live in the state of Texas and my employer (dental office) laid everyone off due to the pandemic. Now that our governor is opening things back up slowly, my employer wants to open back up but I don�... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Payment of relocation
Hi, I was an employee of company "A" and working in company "B" as a temp employee for 8 months. Company "B" has hired me and now I am joining a company "B". Before joining company "A", HR from compan... applies to California · 0 answers

Is there a violation in of a law?
I work in a volunteer Fire Department as a captain and my job duties intail ordering supplies and processing Purchase Order to the clerk for payment. A few months ago I got a phone call about a approv... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

HELP!
Would the following situations be considered discrimination: 1. I have no set position in my company and have been promised one numerous times and it seems each time I am being told next week to shut ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Severence contract still in force?
I worked for a company for 1 year, I was considered a "mission critical" employee. The company was having financial problems and to entice me to stay offered a very lucrative severence agreement Signe... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Diagnos. with cancer worked thru chemo took a 2mo. disability w/radtion hours & benefits cut
Would it be considered medical discrimination if: My daughter returned to work after a 2 month disability absence only to find that the office had cut her hours from a full 8 hr. day 5 days a week to ... applies to New York · 1 answer

im confused my employer said I didn't qualify for FMLA I was $16 short what did give me a medical leave of absence which isn't that kind of the same thing I had to have knee surgery from an ACL and meniscus tear that I believe it hurt at work but did not
im confused my employer said I didn't qualify for FMLA I was $16 short what did give me a medical leave of absence which isn't that kind of the same thing I had to have knee surgery from an ACL and me... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Enforcibility of non-compete
Hello, I am educated in a very small, unique, highly specialized allied health field that relies on referrals from doctor's and therapists. I was recently forced to resign, and signed a non-compete as... applies to Florida · 1 answer

docking pay for late clock in
Dear MEL, I have two questions. I am employed by a small company (employing approximately 30 people) and they have recently enacted a new late policy. The policy is as follows; If an employee is one m... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

PA non-compete is it valid
Upon employ with my current company "XYZ software", I signed a Proprietary Information & Non-Compete Agreement. The non-compete clause states " It is understood that upon termination of employment by ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can a former employers current employees discuss why I was fired with random customers?
A former employer, whom I worked for for 6 weeks, now has a current employee telling random customers that I was fired. This happens if a customer asks where I am or what happened to me. I did work at... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

do i have a case if i was terminated for saying to my boss Im going to ask as to my rights at DLSE?
My "supervisor/foreman" came to me showing a picture of my task i completed 2 days prior, and yelling at me in front of every employee, asking why i didn't do what i was instructed to do and why i jus... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employee lose access to their paid time off bank completely under new managemnt/ownership
This question applies specifically to nursing home employees being told the home is now changing benefit policies under a new leader. Employees were issued a letter giving 24-hours notice to respond w... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Job offered and accepted, then someone else was hired...
I recently applied for a vendor (based in NY) rep position at a department store in Ohio. After faxing in my resume, I received a call right away that I was "approved for the job", discussed and agree... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

layoff case, please help ....thank you!
Brief description: 1. On 6/30, employer told employee, “ I feel you are not willing to help me for the operation duties” Employee: could you mention any specific details? Employer answered few cas... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Unpaid wages, overtime and expenses as independant contractor.
I worked as an independant contractor as a physisian with a Locum company based in Florida. The actual work "client"- hospital was in Columbus, OH. Prior to assignement I was promised a daily rate of ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My previous company that I worked for 3 years ago wants me to pay back over paid wages. I was sub contracted to a 3rd party sub contractor for this employment. Raytheon over paid the 3rd party company (MEBS) who then paid me. Do I owe Raytheon for the ove
e have had an ongoing project to clear out all expat recon items. In researching, we found that you were overpaid. I have attached a summary that will hopefully help you to see where the amount of the... applies to Texas · 0 answers

how to collect my money that my company never paid me
I started working for a company in april. They said that they were highering me for full time at $10 an hour. At the end of may my drivers license was suspended due to my disability. I lived 35 minute... applies to California · 0 answers

I have intermittent FMLA for my heart, I get up to six months at a time but my employer keeps sending me paper work to have filled out by my doctor every three months. My doctor is getting upset at the frequency he has to fill out this paper work. Would t
I have intermittent FMLA for my heart, I get up to six months at a time but my employer keeps sending me paper work to have filled out by my doctor every three months. My doctor is getting upset at th... applies to Washington · 0 answers

I live in Virginia and am listed as an exempt salaried employee by my company. I am required to work certain hours and can have my pay docked if I do not, even if I'm out sick. My concern is that I have an hourly rate on my paycheck. How can I be consider
I live in Virginia and am listed as an exempt salaried employee by my company. I am required to work certain hours and can have my pay docked if I do not, even if I'm out sick. My concern is that I ha... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

I have an employee that started on Jan 11, 2016 as full time. She had already taken her 40 hours of sick/vacation time since we thought she was going to be a permanent full time employee. Yesterday she decided she didn't want to work full time anymore, an
She was hired on Jan 11, 2016 Was hired as full time employee for 40-55 hours weekly per her request. Yesterday on May 23, 2016 she decided she didn't want to work these hours anymore and decided to g... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Is a posistion considered equivalent if they transfer me to 9 stores in 6 months?
I am an MGT(manager trainee) at a large company and have been since 1997 and was typically transfered once every couple of years, I had to have my spine fused and went on leave for the surgery. Upon r... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can I be denied a promotion due to Intermittent LOA under FMLA?
I have been with the same company for 2 years and watched numerous people promoted around me since I began. My statistics are always in the "Exceptional" range. I have applied for and been contacted b... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Company was bought out. Received an offer to work for this new company but might not want to take it
The owner of the business I work for is retiring and has sold his company to a competitor looking to absorb the employees, machines, and clients from our current boss. Tomorrow is our last day, our cu... applies to California · 1 answer

I signed an employment contract that had a non compete clause. My employer has failed to pay me according to the contract guidelines they created. Because they breached this clause in the agreement can this render the non compete clause null and void sinc
I signed an employment agreement that included the transfer of certain assets of my business to the new employer. The asset value was a mutually agreed upon value but there was no compensation for the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Salary vs. Hourly
Two and a half months ago I accepted a position with a company offering me salary vs. hourly. I've been putting in anywhere from 9-11 hours a day, five days a week and was recently told with the upcom... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Restrictive covenants - Independent Contractors- Employee Misclassification?
I've been working at a dance studio as an instructor for 8 years now. At the time of my hiring I was made to sign a contract that stated I was an Independent Contractor but could not work elsewhere in... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

can overpayment be taken out of severance
Recently laid off and signed a severance agreement. A couple months later the company gets back to me saying that I owe about $4000 in overpayments as I was incorrectly classified as working third shi... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Can retaliation take place over time? I settled my complaint 3yrs ago...
3yrs ago I filed complaint and settled out of court. Since then I have been denied all promotions I applied for, even lateral positions. My performance is excellent the best in state I meet and exceed... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can a coworker be sued for defamation/slander
My husband was recently terminated from a job he had held for 25 years. He was one of the top earning sales people in the company. So, it would be unlikely that they would terminate him over something... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Can I file an unpaid overtime suit in federal court myself until I find an attorney?
I have nearly 1600 hours of unpaid overtime dating back to beginning 2007. I've been on a slippery sloap with my employer trying to get the overtime paid but I am repeatedly met with retaliation effor... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

If I think I have been misclassified as an independent contractor, what's the best way to proceed?
I am an Ohio resident, and I have worked with a company headquarted in Ohio to provide security services for natural gas wells at locations in Pennsylvania since 9/21 of 2010. As of 8/20/2011, I was c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am currently an employee for the United States Postal Service and my boss called the police on me and claimed I was a former employee who was trespassing on postal property. Would this be considered a form of harrassment?
On 3/18, A week prior to the incident I had a roll away accident and my driving privileges were suspended for 2 weeks. I recieved a phone call from a supervisor on 3/24 telling me to report to work on... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wages Held By Employer Until Items Returned: Is this Legal?
I was employed at an acute care hospital as a Systems Analyst and recently gave two weeks notice. Thursday (April 01, 2004) was my last day of employment. This morning (Friday, April 02, 2004), I rece... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Discrimination based on retaliation
I work for this company for 3.5 years. Earlier this year, I came to HR and questioned about why I was not being considered for a promotion while everyone else who is less qualify and less seniority is... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am a 52 yr old nurse who is on modified duty. I was suspended for expired BLS. Can I get my pay?
What I mean is that I feel since I was on modified duty, why did I have to renew my BLS which requires I get on my knees to perform the compression. My director originally told me Thursday 2/1/18. I t... applies to California · 0 answers

About 6 months ago I joined an insurance brokerage firm whose home office is in CA but the office which hired me is in TX. I am considered to be an employee of the TX office but work remotely from my home in FL. When joining the company I was required to
Not sure how much bearing this has on my situation but I have worked in the insurance industry for almost 40 years. Prior to joining my current company I had been employed at a similar company in TX f... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is the non-compete I signed enforceable?
I recently joined an IT company (still in my 90 day probationary period), and I wish to go to work as a full-time employee for one of my company's customers. Reasons: My current company has recently c... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Scope of geographic limits in non-compete
I recently left a sales position due to my position being eliminated and moved into a vp position (sales & marketing) at another company roughly 100 miles away in a similar business (security services... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Is a 10-yr & 100-mile radius of co borders unreasonable?
Insurance company contracted with me and paid me with a 1099 as an "independent contractor" but always provided office space, office equipment, local telephone service, told us how much insurance to s... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can my old boss create a hostile work environment by bullying my current boss?
My current manager is an interim. My previous manager keeps coming back to our department and bullying my new manager and punishing employees and making them do tasks like clock back in a work more or... applies to California · 0 answers

I was hired at a hospital In ohio on Feb 6th 9 days into my orientation I got really sick and had to miss 4 days of work. My boss told me not to come back until I was better and would have to have a doctor's excuse. The doctor released me to go back to wo
I was hired on Feb 6th at a hospital in marietta ohio. 9 days into orientation I got really sick. I had gone to the doctor 3 times in that week trying to get better. I had talked with the nurse superv... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Exempt if only 2 employees?
I have been working for a medical practice for a year. My title is office Manager however I only supervise 1 person, the receptionist. Most of my time is spent helping patients with physical therapy, ... applies to California · 2 answers

Was it legal for my employer to swtich me to 1099?
I have worked for this company for more than 10 years. In the past 2 years there were many changes in how the business was run, including change of ownership. Originally I worked in Denver, but was re... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

I was hired it work a 20 hour a week position, my medical benefit cost was based on that position. 4 months age my hours were increased to 32 hours a week. This is considered a full time position, my medical benefit costs should have been decreased signif
Hired June 2015 to work a 20 hour a week position. Approached spring 2016, either increase your hours in September to 32 hours a week or you will no longer have a position. I contacted the benefits de... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Severance
I work for a large company and I've recently been provided with the option of taking a lesser paid position or severance. On 1/12/09 they made the offer via email, not a formal agreement. I followed u... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Re-employement disability law?
Hello: I will try to make my question brief so you won't delete me.:) I am a 46 hearing impaired woman who resigned from Citibank in 1996 due to what I considered harassment from a new female executiv... applies to New York · 1 answer

Legal options for forced relocation
I work in an office position in a construction company. Recently my boss informed me I needed go work at a job site for a month. Company policy states that a relocation is considered a temporary reloc... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Unpaid Wages
I am a Computer Developer. I worked for a (contracting company) �employee leasing� company here in Atlanta for a total of 10 months. For the last three months of this assignment, the �recipient compan... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I resumed my job after being unemployed due to Covid-19, but I am not doing my regular duties?
I am currently working as an Office Manager for the Catholic church this past two years but was an admin assistant 2.5 years prior to that for the Diocese. Last Feb, my pastor informed me that at the ... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

I was scheduled at 5am and my car broke down on the way there. I was fired for a no call no show even though I called twice before my shift started and two other time that day. My boss was on vacation... applies to Washington · 0 answers

When CBI “sold” its Nuclear Division to Westinghouse for 229 Million Dollars, I believe the Quality Control Inspectors and all other Employees critical to the construction were also “sold” as a part of the deal. No one was offered other positions
When CBI “sold” its Nuclear Division to Westinghouse for 229 Million Dollars, I believe the Quality Control Inspectors and all other Employees critical to the construction were also “sold” as ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Formerly salaried, now hourly for questioning authority
I am a recruiter on-site at an electronics co. in CA. I have always been considered an "exempt" employee as I hire, fire, interview, recruit, etc. Recently I asked my employer how it was legal for the... applies to California · 1 answer

Ex-Employer wants to sue me for starting my own buisness
I worked for a company for about 3 years. I filled out normal employment application and a Confidentiality agreement. That agreement was basically to ensure all company secrets remained company secret... applies to California · 0 answers

Severance Agreement accepted on both sides, employee signs, can the employer rescind?
I worked for an organization for more than 24 years. I progressed through various roles, increasing responsibilities, and was considered the top performer in my executive position. My child was experi... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

What if your are a permanent federal worker and your supervisor excludes you from the duties you were hired, and qualified to perform and did in a specific program; gives some of those duties to a newly hired worker, for a different program (line of work)
What if your are a permanent federal worker and your supervisor excludes you from the duties you were hired, and qualified to perform and did in a specific program; gives some of those duties to a new... applies to District of Columbia · 0 answers

I have been employed as an LVN at a Skilled nursing facility for about 7 years, I act as a Med nurse and a treatment nurse and am required of completing my duties in an 8 hour period, which is virtually impossible. I have been written up for clocking out
I have been employed as an LVN at a Skilled nursing facility for about 7 years, I act as a Med nurse and a treatment nurse and am required of completing my duties in an 8 hour period, which is virtual... applies to California · 0 answers

FMLA ?'s
My wife has recently returned to work after a leave of 9 weeks due to the birth of our third child. Upon returning she was not returned to the same position and hours she held for the previous 3 or 4 ... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Can your employer require you to update your all social media accounts to reflect that he is no longer employed with the Company within five (5) days of the Separation Date. It seems that they shouldn't be asking you to update Social Profiles, like Linked
I am accepting separation package due to downsizing and layoffs. My employer is asking me to update my social media to reflect that no longer employed. I don’t think that they can require or enforce... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is Nepotism illegal in the state of Maryland, and more specifically within the PG County public school system
I have worked in one of the PG county schools since 2014. In these last two years I have taken and passed the Para Professional with scalel score of 471. The highest scale score for this exam is 480. ... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Wrongful Demotion
When I started at my company a year and a half ago, I was hired as a Director to manage operations and relationship managers for one part of the business and the parent company had a separate Director... applies to California · 1 answer

Employer refuses to correct payroll error from 2002
I have been trying for over a year to get my employer - a consulting company - to pay me for a payroll "error" that occurred in April 2002. The "error" (erroneous interpretation of a change in compens... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Can a MD's employer claim use of an "implied" employment contract and ignore 1996 executed contract?
My husband is a physician in a large multi-spec practice. His employer offered and executed an employment contract in 1996 with an established term date of 12 months with a provision stating "On or ab... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is my information being mishandled? And can i do anything for slander?
My employer asked me to go to school for an accounting position. I have been in school for 3 years now and i'm almost done. Last semester i found out that my HR person was in one of my classes. She ha... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have a Sexual Harassment ?
I quit my job a few months ago because of the work environment. I was in classes at the time to become a manager with better pay.I ended up working for another emplyoyer I'm in disputes with over wage... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Is this Legal??
Recently I have been going thru a rough time at home due to my father being very sick. (and other things but that mainly) my boss pulled me in his office weeks ago and ridiculoud me for not caring abo... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Was I wrongfully terminated?
I was terminated from my job because they said I didn't call in to let them know I was going to be late one day. However I had called I even have my phone records that show the call from my cell phone... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

My husband was fired. Now they are refusing to pay final check.
My husband was talking with his employer this week about a raise he was promised. My husband went into work this morning and his boss told him, "I am accepting your resignation." When my husband said ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I handed my resignation 2 weeks in advance and was told I can stay and work it out. 10 days before my resignation date I was asked to leave and that I would be paid in lieu. No benefits were discussed or final pay given (which they had done for others). I
I handed my resignation 2 weeks in advance and was told I can stay and work it out. 10 days before my resignation date I was asked to leave and that I would be paid in lieu. No benefits were discussed... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Was a wrongfully terminated? And can my exemployer really sue me?
I was fired last week my employer told me it was because no one on the crew liked me and he was tired of the drama. Also he told me I was fired because my wife was talking on Facebook about how I neve... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

What exactly is severance pay?
My husband overheard a conversation in December in which his boss was offering his job to another employee. When confronted his boss told him yes he was planning on laying him off. My husband asked hi... applies to Texas · 2 answers

do i have any legal recourse against the university for emotional distress?
I work at a University as a housekeeper in an apartment complex. I am THE housekeeper in a 112 apartment unit. I recently reported suspicious activity to my supervisor who reported it to the campus po... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Harassed because using intermittent FMLA
I have a recently disabled son who at times needs my assistance. I applied for and received intermittent FMLA, allowing me to take a few hours off 3 or 4 days a month to help him, using a maximum of 1... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

How long after a "mutually separated agreement" can a case be reviewed as wrongful discharge?
On Dec 27th 2012, I was called to come into my company while I was on my mandatory one-week vacation to meet with my boss, who is the Deputy Exec Director. I agreed to come into the office, because I ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Does change in pay constitute breach of contract?
Hello! A handful of us had to move to keep our jobs with our company. We signed two agreements with our move. They are pretty straightforward, and no fine print. One was a relocation agreement which i... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Nepotism
Where I work, there is a nepotism policy that states: (A) No relative of a trustee may be considered for appointment to any position at the College until all other sources of candidates have been expl... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Severance And Final Wage Payment Dute Date
I have s Separation and Release Agreement from a New Jersey corporation which has following paragraphs: 1. Termination Date. Employee acknowledges that his employment with the Company will terminate A... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can I file unemployment without retaliation?
I was terminated for comping a guest's tab/check of a guest that frequent the establishment. The guests know the owners and have done business with them. One of the other managers and/or server told t... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Employer refusing to pay earned wages
I worked as a receptionist for a certain company for 2 weeks before quitting to find something better. The pay period is bi weekly and after my first week there, that Monday was their payday. I was ex... applies to New York · 1 answer

laid-off and then fired
I volunteered for a permanent layoff around August 16,2002. My job was to pay me 26 weeks of sub-pay and I also would receive unemployment pay. My last day of work was to be Sept. 13. I called into wo... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Demand Letter ??
I am an African-American female who worked at a large communications company as temp for 8 months. Recently I was terminated by the supervisor there for reasons which I felt were discriminatory. I was... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Ohio IT non-compete
I accepted a position as a Help Desk/Support technician. I put in my 2 week notice and started work the Monday following my final day at the previous position. 1 week after starting at the new positio... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I recently was hired as a independent contractor for a firm in Columbus Ohio, I flew out and signed a two month working agreement. At that meeting they hand me a confidential/ non solicitation/non compete intellectual property agreement.
I Recently Was Hired As A Independent Contractor For A Firm In Columbus Ohio, I Flew Out And Signed A Two Month Working Agreement. At That Meeting They Hand Me A Confidential/ Non Solicitation/Non Com... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Refusal to pay wages, overtime and in timely fashion
I recently took the position of "Assistant Manager" with an hourly rate of $10/hr at a new Restaurant/Sports Bar/Ale House in the NW suburbs of Chicago on November 8th. I kept record of the hours work... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Outsourced to an India-based IT consulting company; then told I would be severed.
Hello, I was employed for 3 years at a global IT company. Last May, company went through a heavy US layoff (3 months ago) all in one day. I was not affected at that time. Two weeks after that, I was t... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Sexual Discrimination/Retaliation
Sexual Discrimination/Retaliation After having consulted a couple of different attorney's I am getting conflicting advice on how to proceed with my case. After complaining about inappropriate requests... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer asking for a less accurate invoice?
Hello MEL: I am a yoga teacher in CA. There have been some changes in the rules for yoga studios regarding teachers in the last year. At most studios we are considered "employees" so that our taxes ar... applies to California · 0 answers

Is My Employer in Breach of Contract
From December 2008 until January 2012, I worked for Paul Mitchell the School-Jacksonville, a Beauty School. After having worked for them for over two years I was forced to sign a non compete agreement... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was laid off for 90 days due to COVID and then notified it was permanent on July 1st--but now my employer is offering severance as
I'm in NJ and was laid off temporarily from Apr-Jul (layoffs due to COVID); the layoff was made permanent on July 1st. I was collecting unemployment during the temporary layoff, but now they are offer... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I am interested in working for a competitor but I want to know if I can after signing the non-compet
I signed an "Employee Confidentiality Invention Assignment and Restrictive Covenant Agreement" before I started work. I am interested in working for a competitor but I want to know if I can. I was onl... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Non-Compete Agreements for non-sales or executive employees
Question about non-sales or executive non-compete agreements: My position is as a Senior Manager (non-department head and not considered part of the company management team) of Human Resources. The in... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I get my job back?
I was terminated from an employer due to a recommendation from an EAP counselor, saying I was "non-compliant" with they had set up for me at my employer's request. What made me " non-compliant" to thi... applies to Washington · 0 answers

What type of work ethics is this???
Recently I have been having some problems at work and I had a few questions I would really like answered. Ive been working for this company 3 years now. When I started working I was in our Tokyo offic... applies to California · 1 answer

I have been accused of sleeping at my desk and using profane and racist language. Both are not true and not opinions. As a result of these accusations I have been demoted and feel that my job is now threatened. Is there anything I can do that would restor
I have worked in my current job for over 4.5 years. I manage a staff of 8 people. I work as a government contractor. Recently (with in the last 8 months) I have hired 2 new employees. The government a... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Am I eligible for PUA
I have a family member who lost their job at the end of last year, December 31, due to the company going out of business. She was denied regular UI at the time, as she didn't make enough during the ba... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Non Compete in Mass
I was recently terminated from my position w/ my company. I was forced to sign a non compete as part of my employment agreement. I have included the 2 most relevant sections of my Key Employment Agree... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Some Companies Don't like Ethical Questions
Hello, I was recently terminated from a company in what I think was the end of a retaliatory process. It started with my requesting an ombudsman or arbitrator, after I had not been able to resolve som... applies to California · 1 answer

Should I Pursue A Retaliation Claim ?
I had been complaining to my manager and the owner for about three months about several violations they were routinely committing, including OSHA standards, Overtime pay, Child Labor issues, health in... applies to Hawaii · 2 answers

Not getting payed overtime and threatend by manager not to contact state
About 6 months ago I started a job with a handshake stating at 30 days I would recieve a $3 raise and assistant manager status. After 3 weeks I became assistant manager but 6 months has passed without... applies to New York · 1 answer

travel expense reimbursement for a W2 employee
I had interviewed for, and subsequently received an offer for W2 subcontract employment from a contracting company in NY state for work in NY state. I am a resident of Florida. Both during the talks w... applies to New York · 1 answer

unpaid wages-contract work
I have consulted for an X company in NYC for few weeks and I terminated my contract with them. According to the contract terms I have submitted all invoices and related termination letters to the COO ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Questions about Terminations & Non-Compete Agreements
My daughter was recently fired from her job as an account manager for a business forms company. 1. She took 2 individual sick days to interview with other companies. When she returned to work on Monda... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Breaking a non-compete, non-disclosure employment service contract
My employer is a Philadelphia based company. It does not have an office space and allows the employees to work from home. I was hired in November 2009 and was made to sign a non-compete, non-disclosur... applies to New York · 0 answers

if fired for claiming time fraud but not true .employer kept all moneys due at paytime and said they wont say nothing as long as i dont ? also employer wasnt even paying minimum wage ? i have entire paper trail of all wages for entire 3 year work history
only defense is cameras moniter all work completed on daily basis . employer required last year and half a minimum of 3 hours per day of work .paying us 60 dollars per day on bi_ weekly checks . they ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

What does my company mean by Prove that I am not a safety risk? What are my rights? Can I get fired
I was in a very minor truck accident at a car dealership service bay. I was driving a company service truck that was higher in the back than in the front. There are no labels on the vehicle stating wh... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Holding Hostage
I posted a question last week and recieved usefull feedback, but have run into yet another situation with my law firm upon termination..and demand of a resignation letter. I received a voice mail mess... applies to California · 2 answers

Unpaid overtime, overpaid taxes and constructive termination.
I was trained to be a serviceman for a vending company in Texas in January of 2002. I was paid an hourly wage of $10.00, that went to $12.00/hr in January of 2003, after being rehired (I worked for an... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Can I (and former PTs) attempt legal action against a former supervisor for assault/harassment/etc?
I recently worked in a family practice medical office for 6 months as an MA and phlebotomist. The physician's wife was the "office manager" despite having no medical training whatsoever. She violated ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

losing sleep over wage discrimation
I am a 44 year old female and have worked for a major financial institution for 20 years. Ownership has changed several times due to mergers and divestures, but I have been with the current owner sinc... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I believe I may have a strong case involving retaliation by my employer, but want to be sure.
About 14 months ago I complained about the behavior of a black coworker to my black manager. (I am white). Following that complaint (which I did not pursue past manager level, and have thorough docume... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Could this be considered and implied contract?
~I was arrested in 2016 and convicted of a felony drug possession crime. ~ I was performing really well at work and was selected to help lead the start up of a new department. I had worked for the com... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

My previous company overpaid me severance. I did sign a contract that I would not sue them in exchange for 6 weeks of severance pay. I was paid unemployment also. I dedicated 14 years of service with them and my position was eliminated from the company's
My previous company overpaid me severance. I did sign a contract that I would not sue them in exchange for a certain number of weeks in severance pay. I was paid unemployment also. I dedicated over 10... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Is this considered discrimination
I am a recently retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 maintenance officer. I was hired by a defense contractor 18 months ago. The person I was hired to replace was promoted above me. This person is born and... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

is it my responsibility to inform the employment agency if the company the send me to has me doing a different job/position than I was sent to do.
I was sent on an assignment to be an inspector/packer for a company. About 1 week into my assignment I was asked if I would like to do a utility/material handling position, that I had previous experie... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Multiple non-compete questions
There are many questions involved in my non-compete issues and I do plan on seeking the advice of an attorney. However, I would like some general information to determine if I have a strong case. My o... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What rights and potential remedies are available when an retaliated against due to FMLA
I was approved for FMLA leave to care for a serious health condition of my spouse. I was terminated by my employer due to a no-fault absence policy, but this termination was reversed after some of the... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Will the non-compete clause be enforceable in my situation?
Four years ago, I signed an employment contract with a non-compete clause with Company A. Company A is mainly in the business of training and contracting trained consultants out to larger consulting f... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Hostile work environment when returning from a medical leave of absence
Approximately 3 months ago I went on a doctor & company approved medical leave of absence. Prior to leaving I was working anywhere from 60 to 90 hour work weeks. Not uncommon for our global company. I... applies to California · 1 answer

FAILURE TO INFORM EMPLOYEE INJURED EMPLOYEE OF BENEFITS, AND WRONGFUL TERMINATION
ON 9/11/00 MY DOCTOR DIAGNOSED ME WITH BI-LATERAL CARPAL TUNNEL, AND WAS TOLD TO APPLY FOR WORKER�S COMPENSATION. WHEN I INFORMED MY EMPLOYER, THAT I WOULD NEED TO FILE A WORKER�S COMPENSATION CLAIM, ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What are my chances of winning a UC appeal, and can I sue in civil court for lost wages?
A sole practice attorney hired me to be her paralegal/administrative assistant and asked me to start by assisting her on two evenings the week prior to starting full-time days. On my first evening, I ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Does the Termination Clause Cancel truly because of the way it is written?
EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT TERMINATION CLAUSE? I am about to sign employment contract and there are more details in the contract but wondering if someone could say if this contract is shown as "termination" b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

My actual job duties include more than 20% non-exempt tasks. What...
...is needed to demonstrate that they are "not an essential part of and necessarily incident to" my exempt duties. My non-exepmt tasks include: repair, maintenance, calibration, and cleaning of equipm... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

Illegal actions and comments?
I was hired specifically (employer stated as long as I wanted it) for the morning shift (6AM-10AM) by a cleaning contractor on 1/12/15, which turned out to be instead until noon, M-F. On 8/15/15, I wa... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

workplace favortism
I work in a family-owned textile mill which employs about 2,200 people. My question about favoritism. I am a white woman age 36 and am bilingual in Spanish. I have 6 1/2 years seniority on my job. A c... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Disparate Impact // Request for Counsel or referalls
My question is about disparate impact. Regarding my circumstances, I was an employee of very large corporation. As a protected employee engaging in a protected activity, namely intermittent FMLA, I pr... applies to California · 0 answers

Can They Do This To Me? Is This Even Legal?
I've been with this company for a little over 6 years. I recently came back from FMLA leave as I went to care for my father in Las Vegas who had terminal cancer and only had 6 months to live as I was ... applies to Hawaii · 2 answers

Discrimination and Worker's Compensation
I built a store for a large company five years ago. I am company trainer and Manager. Have a new District Manager. I was injured in August(first time in my life), a six-foot beem came down and hit me ... applies to New York · 1 answer

please see details
I am a machine builder, more specifically building custom automation, working on the electrical side, or as an electrician. I have worked 11 yrs in the field of building/wiring the machines, and the p... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Not Provide An Accomodation
I have stage IV cancer and receive chemotherapy treatments. I'm also a school teacher. I have made several accomodation requests to my employer to move me out of such a high stress position but I eith... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Existing employees relocated then laid off 4-months later
Let me first give you my situation. I worked at a company's Salt Lake City office for two and a half years and then the company closed that office. Continued employment was offered to all the employee... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

Resigned, then terminated, policy for vaca pay differentiates between vol/invol
In Pennsylvania, an at-will state, a 7-year management employee resigns and provides the required 4-week notice and is immediately terminated. Written formal Policy Manual is in place and states payme... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What can I do about a co-worker that has extreme absences, filed an FMLA and is now pregnant?
3 union employees doing the same job (a sit down clerical position). The subject employee has had absenteeism problems for years and blows through her vacation time early in the year then just calls o... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

overtime and benifets
My boy friend has worked for the same company for 19 years. It was at one time a family business but was sold about 8 or 9 years ago. The main office is up north and where my boyfriend works there are... applies to California · 1 answer

I believe this company that hired me is fake and have been having me print illegal checks! Now they owe me half a month's wages and are refusing to pay up! This in turn caused me to do research of my own, thus leaving me to believe the whole thing is some
I applied to a job listing through indeed, and was contacted back by a woman named Rhonda Auciello. She asked me a series of questions regarding the position and my ability to do the job. After the se... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Do I have any legal recourse? What governmental agencies enforce such issues?
During the hiring process, I disclosed a military conviction that occurred 13 years prior. Being the senior hiring manager for 2-years, it's well known that convictions not related to the nature of bu... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I want to know if I have a case for Discrimination I am disabled vet with a sick wife?
I work for the Federal Government, I am service connected disabled veteran with chronic severe migraines. My wife is completely disabled and on Social security disability. I miss work to take care of ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Do I have legal recourse or grounds for protection?
I am a married white man, not quite 40, and work for the food industry for XYZ company. A month ago, I went to a bar, also owned by XYZ company, after work (1:45 am) to buy a coworker a birthday drink... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Upper Management allows bullying of middle of mangment. Is this considered harassment?
I have been a Team Leader for almost three years. I have always maintained a strong level of integrity and have strived to be consistent and fair at all times. Occasions arise where disciplinary actio... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Where do I turn for recourse?
I recently quit my position as Director of Finance and Operations of a nonprofit in Alabama after working in that capacity there for nearly 8 years. I work directly under the Executive Director (gover... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Afraid I may lose my job when I return to work later this month. How can i protect myself, or am I in the wrong? My situation.. I been working retail for 6yrs for the 2nd largest wireless provider in ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is this harrassment or just a bad HR Dept?
**Long post, just trying to be thorough** A few years ago, I began using FMLA leave to cover days off I needed because of complications with my bi-polar disorder and some troubles my wife has with her... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Mrs
My former employer (one satellite office of a national non-profit corporation) has had me arrested for collaborating with the company controller to take forged paychecks. This is completely baseless. ... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I'm sorry there is no way to sum this up in 100 characters or less
I joined a start up company 3 months ago, was put in charge as a creative director, and had employees under me. 6 months prior to my employment the company was shaky, had bad client relationships etc.... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Is there anything anybody can do for me? I am desperate at this point!
I have been at Blackhawk Network for over a year now. I worked for Anna Lockhart and she was a good boss. Then there was no more need for me to be at that position and I was transferred under Bertha M... applies to California · 1 answer

Age Discrimination
My name is Grady Lollis, I am 56 years old. I have work for a Company a total of 32 years. 17 of those years, I have worked at two of their overseas locations (Panama, and Cyprus), as a Field Engineer... applies to California · 1 answer

Wrongfully discharged?
I have been in Sales and Sales Management my entire career and have recently found myself unemployed from what I believe to be unfair practices. I was working in the Cleveland area and had been recrui... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Abuse at work.
Recently, due to the actions of a slick office politician, my employer laid me off two months ago. This individual made inspiring speeches to the staff about how everyone was going have a role in the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have any reprieve from a former boss falsely informing my family members that I'm doing drugs?
Do I have any reprieve from a former boss falsely informing my family members that I'm doing drugs? My former boss recently fired me after his daughter took a picture of me then approached people I wa... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

I am stressed, and uncomfortable in my workplace. I feel I need some legal advice
The first one happened in 2011 and the second one just happened Friday. Hr Director has not degree in HR and I am stressed about the work ethics I have to endure because I am scared to be out of work.... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Male Same Sex Sexual Harassment Guidance
I'm male and I have a situation where another male is attempting to file sexual harassment against me because he is saying that I said he was going to hell for being gay. First: this male has made sex... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can my boss make me work against doctors orders? Can he fire me but not others for the same reasons?
I have been working where I'm working for 5 years, with CVS Pharmacy. I've transferred twice, making 3 stores that I've worked at. I'm a shift supervisor. I have two kids. Just recently, I've been hav... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Severance & Unemployment Benefits
Akron Ohio employer is closing up at 12/31/2006. They are offering one week severance pay for each week of service. How will the receipt of this severance pay impact employees' ability to collect Ohio... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Allocation of Severance pay
I am receiving Severance Pay from my employer over a period of weeks. I am being denied unemployment benefits because of the severance pay. When I questioned the Unemployment office the said that my e... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

in new how soon after being terminated must I receive my accrued vacation pay
I was terminated in ny on 3/11 without reason being given. They paid me my last weeks salary on 3/17 but not the 154 hours of PTO I was owed. They tell me they will pay it to me on 3/341. I'm concerne... applies to New York · 1 answer

If I received severance and paid all taxes, when I'm rehired does the company owe me the taxes paid?
If I was paid 52 weeks of severance and paid 35% taxes upfront, then rehired after 31 weeks, it would seem as if I owe the company 21 weeks of net severance (per their policy), but they owe me 21 week... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

I was RIF'd on June 20th. I have 45 days to sign my severance agreement. Can I collect unemployment in those 45 days? This is in Florida
In Florida. I was RIF'd on June 20th and have 45 days to sign the severance agreement. If I wait to the 45th day to sign, can I collect unemployment for day 1-44? applies to Florida · 2 answers

IRA WITHDRAW WHILE ON EUC
What are, if any, rules about withdrawing from a traditional IRA while on EUC. applies to Ohio · 2 answers

If I am terminated from a job in Ohio, can the employer refuse to pay me for unpaid leave balances?
If a person is terminated from a job in Ohio, and they have received their last paycheck, but the employer states they do no have to pay the remaining leave balances of personal, sick and vacation lea... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Job terminated whil still on Work Comp tretment
I am a senior computer engineer. I was diagnosed with carpol tunnel injury. My company accepted this injury as work related and since then I am on work Comp insurance. I am still going through treatme... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

HELP
What is the procedures for settling a race discrimination/retailiatin lawsuit? If the attorney tells you the amount of the settlement, shouldn't he also provide copies of ALL documentation pretaining ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is company liable for pay out of benefit?
Company conducted open enrollment for Aflac, I elected coverage. HR generalist did not enroll me, I asked several times and then the generalist said she was working on it. I had a qualifying event and... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employee termination PTO payout and termination cancellation thereafter
An employee gave self resignation for Friday of a week, basically Friday is the last working day of that employee. Now on Friday morning, PTO payout for the employee got processed and employee got pai... applies to California · 1 answer

How your severence pay is paid to you.
My question does the employer have the right to withhold your severence until they want to pay you. Do they have the right to make installments to you on your severence pay. applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

contingent upon future employment
My husband's position with our local county highway dept was recently eliminated. He was given the explanation that it was "reorganization". There has been a lot of local concern raised to our county ... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Can I sign up for unemployment benefits if I am on a severance package
Can I get unemployment benefits if I am on a servencepackage applies to California · 2 answers

I was a account executive doing sales mostly on 60 month contracts paid commision. after contracts come up for renewal I get paid again. after 5 years I was told I could not renew them but i will get a 13 percent residual on each account. so at my 5 and a
I get fired and not paid on my accounts. he kept it all. after waiting over 5 years to get paid. I got nothing. is that legal what he did applies to New York · 1 answer

Should I file my weekly unemployment claims during the four weeks I will get severance pay?
I was laid off end of November 2015 in OHIO. I immediately applied for unemployment. I will also receive 4 weeks of Severance Pay, allocated through December. My weekly severance pay will be greater t... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

How do we pay taxes on severance pay?
We now live in Wisconsin. Two years ago we lived and worked in California. The place closed and we moved. Two days ago we recieved a check from the place and were told it was severance pay. We were al... applies to California · 1 answer

Earned commissions not paid after discussed.
After discussing errors of commission paid on contracts that were coded to other sales person and paid to that sales person, employer states that there will be no changes made and that the commission ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is this legal?
Hi - Is it legal for a company to pay employees at one subsidiary a different wage than employees at another subsidiary for doing the exact same job? Thank you. applies to Maryland · 1 answer

Does bankruptcy mean I lose severance?
I was laid off from an IPO start up company on Dec 18, 2000 during this time I signed an agreement stating I would be paid for my remaining vacation time and 2 weeks severance pay. The company filed C... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unemployment denied
My husband voluntarily left his employer of 23 yrs to seek employment with another company. After 3 months with this company, he was laid off. Upon filing for unemployment, we found out that he is ine... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Commission Payment upon Termination
What is the obligation of an employer to pay outstanding commissions upon termination? Our company policy (no written policy) was commission rate was set based on performance level at the time P.O. wa... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Falsely accused at work
I was written up a work and falsely accused of something that was not true. I gathered my info and witnesses and went to HR. Hr investigated and cleared me of the accusation. Bonus time just came and ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Owed severance of two months. Company HR person will not respond.
What are my options if I'm owed severance pay after a signed contract and the company HR person will not respond? applies to New York · 2 answers

Wrongful
Can a freelancer be rejected work because of a previous affair? My boss just wrote me an email telling me that we couldn't work together anymore due to his wife finding out about his infidelity issues... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I resigned my position am I entitled to unemployment compensation.
Am I entitled to Texas unemployment compensation if I quit my job in an office after over 10 years? I am almost to retirement age with several health problems. Due to stress and repeated demands to wo... applies to Texas · 3 answers

Am I being taken advantage by being labeled as a private contractor ?
I was a recent graduate wanting to get working experience. I started volunteering and everything was going great. The person in charge decides to give me an offer as a private contractor. Basically th... applies to California · 2 answers

Vacation Pay
My former company is denying a vacation pay payment because they claim there is no vacation accrual implied in the employee handbook. However, the wording does stipulate that "upon completion" of spec... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Husband quit, vacation on books, paid then stop payment
My husband quit his job and contacted the company for his 120 hours of vacation balance that was shown on his last two pay stubs. The owner wrote him a check and then later did a stop payment on the c... applies to California · 1 answer

Unemployment issues due to recent cash advance industry law.
I have some questions that affects 6,000 people here in Ohio - Ohio law (H.B. 545) which is effectively closing down the industry. My company is passing along information to it's employee's that make ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employer unwilling to pay on a legally enforceable severance agreement
Recently I was the President and CEO of a company that was purchased by a much larger Indian outsourcing business. Suffice it to say I was recently let go. While my severance package is minimal compar... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Employer not following through with agreed severance package
I recently received a severance package from my company due to a downsize. In the agreement I was awarded a cash payment as well as 5 months of free health coverage. The payment came, great! BUT the h... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What remedies should I consider re my former employer not paying contracted severance pay?
Our employer offered an early retirement incentive plan, which included severance pay offered on a sliding scale, based on years of employment. Agreements were signed, and the exit interview form spec... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

If I am demoted, will my accrued vacation hours be paid at the new lower pay rate?
I have been a supervisor for the last 10 years and have accrued about 500 vacation hours. I was told I am being demoted to line staff effective 11/1/15. If I take vacation time after 11/1/15, or resig... applies to California · 1 answer

Fired while on vacation because someone wouldn't come in?
I am a computer programmer with a smallish company and have repeatedly had an issue that until now I have ignored other than to voice my concern to the owner who doesn't see a problem. I have been wit... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Non-compete without any additional compensation, and broad undefined terms?
My wife was forced to sign a non-compete as part of her contract, however, she was not compensated in any way for it. It is valid if she is not compensated for signing? Additionally, the geographic re... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Demoted and Pressured to Quit after insisting on receiving Promised Sales Commissions
I work for a major corporation in the Los Angeles area. In my job as a service technician we have opportunties to receive small commissions for sales referrrals (commissions are generally in the $50-$... applies to California · 1 answer

what should i do ? i asked my company to pay instead of get pay i got fired
i have been working with a security company for more than one year in houston Tx , they always paying us late and i need my money to live my life , so i ask them to pay my checks, they fired me becaus... applies to Texas · 2 answers

If my daughter does not get paid tomorrow can she contact UE and reopen her claim from October?
My daughter was laid off in Oct. and collected UE until late Nov. when she started a new job. The new job is very shady and has been staggering pay dates. My daughter is supposed to get paid every 2 w... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I be fired because I heard my boss yell that I was an f---Btch and I called him on it?
Today I was suppose to meet with a client and my boss told me to reschedule, so I did. I was in my cube working on other issues at hand, when I heard the owner/my boss ask another employee why I left ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my employer change my contract from 10 month to 12 month? Can I find out what other salaries wer
My new boss has handed down to a few of us that we are 12 month employees now, yet my research/flier states that I was a 10 month employee. There looks to be a mix up after I was hired with Human reso... applies to California · 1 answer

I get salary of one week only at the end of 8 week of employment
I get salary of one week only at the end of 8 week of employment applies to New York · 1 answer

Lunch break and timecards
I am a nurse in a assisted living. I am told not to clock out at lunch. I have to carry a walkie talkie and answer questions at lunch. My time sheets are attached to my check and I can't get it until ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

PTO Florida for California Employee
I resigned from a company in Florida after 3 years of service. I have 195hrs in PTO are they obligated to pay this out? applies to California · 1 answer

no pay and she pays no taxes
My ex-employer didn't pay us on time and when I quit I had a very difficult time getting my pay. She still owes me from a month and a half ago that she should have paid me a month ago. Is that against... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Bounced Payroll and Late Payroll
I work in a small recruitment firm of 3 people. 2 Partners and I am the Sr Associate. Payroll has been repeatedly late and the June 15th Paycheck bounced (a previous payroll check bounced in 2009)caus... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have been working for 35 years with the same company but have no 401k or retirment funds am I entitled to something?
I have been employed with the same company for 35 years without 401K or Retirement funds now my employer retired and his children taken over I am 62 years old am I entilted to anything. applies to New York · 1 answer

In New York State, is it legal for a company to select individuals for layoff based on their age in order to achieve an average target for all impacted employees?
In a recent layoff event employee's ages were used to select individuals for termination so that the average age of those impacted matched the average age of those retained. However, NYS HRL 296.3 ind... applies to New York · 1 answer

Company taking away earned vacation after employee has enjoyed this vacation time for many years
Is a company allowed to take vacation time away from an employee after the time has been earned and the employee has been using this time for many years? My dad has worked for a certain company since ... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

If Mfg violates contract, you sue, do they pay attny fees?
applies to Illinois · 1 answer

my employer is deferring payment of commissions because it's untenable to pay cash for commissions at this time because it will put the company at risk. I am not in agreement with his opinion. commissions were due in december and I've been getting the run
Commission plan was just in email from my boss. No signed agreement. Agreed to pay in December, but kept deflecting through March until I spoke with the owner who yet again deferred payment. I want to... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

How can I get my final pay?
Questions: 1. What do I need to do to, if necessary, enforce payment of the amount due me, which is in excess of $22,000. 2. If it is necessary to retain an attorney, would I be able to collect attorn... applies to Florida · 3 answers

My boss gave me my paycheck and I cashed it and it bounced now he won't give me my next paycheck because I cashed the one that bounced is that allowed I need my money my bill are over due due to this what should I do
My boss gave me my paycheck and it bounced we have sence received another paycheck and I never received one because I cashed the one that bounced is he allowed to not pay me bacaused my last one bounc... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can employer require a no compete claus of employee after 5 yrs of employement
applies to Kentucky · 1 answer

No Salary Employee Bonus for 1/2 year Employment?
I recently left a position as a "civil designer," the equivalent of a non-licensed civil engineer, to pursue a JD degree. I was hired to produce drawings and to coordinate land development issues betw... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

severance package rights in case of quitting
I have been working for the same company for ten years as a manager and would like to quit. Do I have the right for a severance package if I quit or do I get it only if I get fired? applies to New York · 1 answer

disciplined for not prearranging an absence (even death)
I earn Personal Time Off (PTO) for every 40 hours worked to use for vacation, sick, or personal time off. My company has just changed its PTO policy. If I call in sick or have a family emergency or ev... applies to New York · 1 answer

Draw against commission payback awhen leaving a job?
I am ready to resign from my catering sales position I started on Nov. 1, 2000. The job is not bringing in anywhere near the stated pay potential when I started. At this point my commissions have not ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I be forced to take a wage cut?
My employer has told me that they can no longer afford my salary and would like me to take a permanent 20% pay cut. I am the only one in the organization that has been asked to take this cut. Can they... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

work
I was terminated by my employer on april 19th. My supervisor and I had numerous issues over my 51/2 year tenure, but management refused each time to get involved or resolve any issues. Some of these i... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

My employer laid me off 6/28/16 and did pay me the last 2 weeks on 7/1/16. They also offered 2 weeks
My employer laid me off 6/28/16 and did not pay me the last 2 weeks on 7/1/16. They also offered 2 weeks severance. Still no pay for working or severance? They have promised the past 10 days but, noth... applies to Florida · 2 answers

can my previous employer withhold my final check?
Hello, I was let go from my job almost three weeks ago and after the pay period ended i have not received my final paycheck. I emailed my previous employer asking about the status of my final paycheck... applies to California · 2 answers

Can I quit and receive unemployment?
I have worked for a company for a couple of years and have undergone many troubles: temporary pay cuts, temporary and involuntary pay deferrals that remain unpaid, broken agreements, and doing more th... applies to New York · 1 answer

Monies owed
Thank you in advance for any help and direction that you can offer. I was employeed for 9 years with a firm in NY and was not paid in a timely manner. I currrently am no longer with the firm and am wo... applies to New York · 1 answer

unpaid salary
Hi : My previous employer stopped my salary for oct 2003 which is due on Nov 1st 2003 ..When i sent him 3-4 emails about salary ..he is mentioned he will pay me only when the client pays him and need ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can a company just stop giving me paychecks and write me off?
I work for a Company that company owns several clothing brands. I work exclusively on one brand. The license between Company and brand is being terminated. The brand told the company that they would b... applies to New York · 1 answer

Problem with my private employer
Hi, I am currently having a problem with my employer. I work for a private construction crew that is run by 3 people in the same family. I am owed payments that date from as far back to 10/04/06 to 11... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I withhold signing bonus from final two pay checks
We have an employee that has resgined. Per his offer letter, he would have to repay a prorated portion of his signing bonus in the event left the company. How much am I able to legally withhold from t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Hi I work in a place where we discussed an hourly rate and then all of a sudden my employer without discussing it with me turned it into a salary but I don’t even know my salary and started making up reasons why she deducted money. She owes me 1000 doll
I am a teacher in a small daycare and I took the job because the enployer told me it would be 40 per hour and my paycheck doesn’t reflect that. applies to New York · 1 answer

How can I go to HR about my manager without her retaliating?
I went to the HR manager about my manager’s lack of leadership, fairness in job distribution and exclusion in discussion regarding my job. Now my manger has completely excluded me from the departmen... applies to California · 3 answers

can ex-employer withold pay for minor contract changes.
I worked for a small consulting firm which sent me to work for the client for abt 5 weeks, the employment letter had one sided clauses. I made the foll. changes to them before signing: 1)employer can ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer's late bonus payment might screw up my unemployment benefits!
I was terminated from my job for reduction in workforce. I have applied for unemployment. I am worried that I won't be getting the top amount allowed by unemployment because of something my employer d... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

wage payment
My employer has just told me that I have not lived up to his expectations after 8 years of employment. The company also has no employee handbook and no job descriptions and no set days for vacation or... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Defamation case against Cablevision.
I am looking for a lawyer to work on my case. Defamation against Cablevision. I have 18 years of an unblemished record and did what my boss asked me to and was fired. I have only a small amount of mon... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer requires a 30 day notice of resignation. They state that if I do not honor that they will not give me the sales commissions due to me. Is that legal?
My employer stated in a employee handbook that they require 30 days written notice of resignation. If I do not do that then they say they will withhold the sales commission that I have earned. I inten... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

lay-off employee to not give retention bonus
At the time of hiring, my employment had offered me a retention bonus that get paid out over two years on hiring anniversary dates. Retention agreement T&Cs indicates about it getting forfeited due to... applies to California · 2 answers

Can you have more than one FMLA if one is for a family member an then one is for self or combined?
I would like to find out if you can advise if you work for a company and you was taking FMLA for a sick parent and has used that time (35 days so far) and now myself have been put out because I have c... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Terminated, was not paid for last day
I had been unemployed for over a year, but working part time in a job I loved. However, making ends meet was extremely hard. My 'profession' is real estate management/maintenance construction. I final... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Bonuses owed per my employee agreement
My severance offer did not include outstanding bonus money that is owed to me during my employment. How do I obtain the funds owed if signing the release will void my rights? Thank you, applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Non complete agreement signed in China
I signed a employment non-complete agreement in China, restricting me to work for a competitor for 6 months. Is the agreement signed in China enforcable in NYC? Thanks Charles applies to New York · 2 answers

I have worked in a non profit school for over 10 years...Every 5 years you are award one week. I have accumulated 4 weeks.. In April I was told that the school is closing. Now my boss is saying she is not paying out vacation because this year is not over.
I have worked in a non profit school for over 10 years...Every 5 years you are award one week. I have accumulated 4 weeks.. In April I was told that the school is closing. Now my boss is saying she is... applies to Rhode Island · 2 answers

Unintentional bounced payroll check to an employee
I'm with a small business in Pennsylvania. One of our employee's payroll checks bounced and they are suing us. The funds were available that day, but in a small window of misopportunity, they couldn't... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Employment related
Dear Sir, It has been couple of months I left my company, but they did not do any final settlement for me. They owe me approx $40k. They discriminated against American employees and salary wise too. T... applies to California · 2 answers

Do Pay Rate Issues Invalidate Non-Compete Agreements?
Hi Mel and Associates, I am happy to find such a comprehensive set of Q/A on a variety of legal topics. My question is specific to non-compete contract. I began working at the company in sales and was... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I was a Nanny for a Family and they stopped payment on check!
I need some advice here! I have been a nanny to a family of 2 boys for the past 2 months. July 26th was my last day as I told her that I couldn't sit for them anymore. She paid me each week on Thursda... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Told I was laid off than terminated
I was told that I was being laid off with a one month severance pay. A week later, I received a letter telling me that I was terminated with just cause but nothing telling me what the just cause was. ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can employer set up an escrow account for all employees that they are entilted to.
Employer is asking if an escrow account can be set up for all employees, and they would receive this amount of money at the end of their employment IF they turn in a notice. Is this possible? If so, i... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Travel Policy
If an employer has a travel policy that states: "All travel time is to be paid at straight time." and defines travel time as: "Time in excess of your 40-hour work week." are they violating the overtim... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal in nj to withhold my commission by using excuses from my employer?
Got an email fm my manager, said no longer need my help, but said to let me fill up my customers' info before release my final commission. Pls. reference to his email: > " I want to thank you for your... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Lawyer needs lawyer.
In January I left my employ with a Chicago law firm and moved to a new job in Tucson AZ. Part of my compensation at my old firm (7 attorneys)involved an annual bonus which, due to poor record keeping ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Denied pay
I worked as an assistant wrestling coach & was told I would recieve about $1500 at the end of the season. I turned in a late physical form to the school, when I recieved my paycheck it was 180 dollars... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Company can write down any condition on the back of my last salary paycheck.
I left the company which I had signed non-compete contract and working still same client, since company didn't pay as they agree, cancel my medical coverage. Now they sent me last paycheck after almos... applies to California · 1 answer

Am I entitled to overtime?
I work for an auction company through an agency. Last week I worked 8 hours on Monday, 9 hours on Tuesday, 10 hours on Wednesday, 14 on Thursday and 10 on Friday. I was paid for 8 hours regular and 1 ... applies to California · 2 answers

Can my small business owner make me sign a contract waiving my overtime all together? He is expecting me to work 10 hr shifts not payed time and a half for the extra 2 hrs worked of overtime. I live in california.
Hmmm? applies to California · 4 answers

Commissioned dealer employees: What are the laws?
I was recently terminated as a Finance Director from an automobile dealership. My "effective date of termination" was 12/21/04, with termination paperwork completed on 12/27. I did not receive (what w... applies to California · 1 answer

Commissions - are they payable after termination.
With no definition of what happens to commissions after an employee is terminated in their contract, there is no other employees who receive payment of commissions once terminated. Is the precendent e... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I just accepted a job and start soon, however I have a doctors appointment that I schedule 3 months ago. They are now telling me I can not take time off during training. Is this correct they can terminate me starting due to this?
I start the job on the 28 and the appointment is on the 29 it's been scheduled for 3 month before I accepted this position applies to California · 1 answer

Is this Wrongful Discharge
I worked as Call-Center Team Lead here in Cleveland, Ohio. Several weeks ago my Director brought to my attention a letter that someone sent anonymously to the CEO stating that our new director was rac... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

renege on pan plan after task accomplished
I have worked for my company for many years and have worked in many departments. In late 2006, I accepted a position in the sales dept signing an agreement of salary and commissions to be paid. After ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer in California take away the remaining vacation as a disiplinary action.
Can my employer take away my remaining 2 weeks of vacation as a disiplinary action applies to California · 1 answer

Can I post the employee survey results to the internet
My former employer sent anonymous employee surveys results to all the employees. There are a lot of valuable information can be helpful for people who may join the company. Can I post it to the intern... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Back pay/no pay
I was working for a start up company for over 3 years. Money was always tight and we rarley got paid on time. During the end of my employment I went over 2 months without pay, before I left for anothe... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Change in consideration
I have employment agreement that has no experation though every time employee review comes around a new contract is signed.In June 2000 I signed contract that stated " As consideration for this agreem... applies to New York · 1 answer

Discretionary Bonus Program - Can a company refuse to pay if the goals are met?
My company has indicated to me that I am eligible for a bonus program. This program is in addition to an annual salary that I receive. The bonus program requires that I meet certain goals throughout t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

do disability discrimination settlement cases have to pay taxes
Disability discrimination applies to California · 1 answer

Can my previous employer put my pay to minimum wage on my las check when i make more than that ?
My employer when i was let go gave me my last check and my pay was down to minimum wage i hope this is illegal. applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Severence rehired and fired
i worked for ABC Sliced Bread in S.F. Ca. I am a member of Teamsters Union. About 5 weeks ago the plant i worked in closed. On the last day we were given all the pay we had coming except the severence... applies to California · 1 answer

no commission detail provided by employer
my employer a cable company pays flat plus commission. when we get our weekly commision reports there is no detail of what orders the commission came from there is no way i can check if i'm actually b... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Broken employer agreement
I was recently laid off from a job i was at for about 5 months. At 3 months I was given a positive evaluation and a raise. I was "laid off" due to lack of work in the area recently while 2 newer emplo... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can an employer revoke vacation time after it has been earned?
My mother-inlaw works in Mesa, AZ as a nurse practitioner for a family practice medical office. She has been employed there for 17 years. She has been earning vacation time the same way and at the sam... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

The company that has paid my corporation for three years wants to make me an employee,start taxing,and w-2 me. I want to stay independent and keep paying my Corp.
Would love an answer or advise. applies to California · 1 answer

Non payment of Services
I am an H1B software engineer. I work as a consultant for companies on projects for a limited duration. the placement agencies is the middleman i.e they are paid by the company and then i am paid by t... applies to New York · 1 answer

No performance review, then fired.
I was recently fired shortly after telling my boss that I was unhappy in my position. We agreed that he would support me while I found a new job and I would help him get someone to take over my job. A... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non Compete
My question is on a non compete agreement i signed 6 months after I was hired. I work for a subcontractor in the glazing industry where there are open bids to get work with General contractors and the... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Employer having to pay twice......
I am an owner of a company. My employees are responsible for certain policies and procedures of the company. Some of which entail returning product to the manufacturer's for credit and to track this p... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer Threats
I found out that my employer was not paying me what we had agreed to in the interview. I went to him and he adjusted my salary and called it a raise. I bought up the subject of the raise. He said that... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Havent recieved my Expenses
My employer owes me $5500 in unpaid expenses I incurred before I left the company. I have called HR, the controller and even the CFO in trying to get my check. 9 weeks have past and the only answer I ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

No OT if making more than double minimum wage? CAlifornia
Hello, I am a manager at a fruit packing business in California. All managers here get paid hourly but they do not get paid overtime for hours worked over 8, instead they get the hours paid as regular... applies to California · 2 answers

Company making employees pay for shortages
I work in a cash advance place in Ohio. We deal with large amounts of money and are sometimes short at the end of the day balance. Our company makes us pay with our personal money to make up shortages... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non-compete for C2C enforceable
I currently work for contracting company (ABC) who has a corp to corp relationship with consulting company (DEF) who placed me at client company (GHI). I only have a signed employment agreement with A... applies to New York · 1 answer

i work for a major bank as a consultant. work there a 100 days a year. recently some staff person said something about me and my work. other workers have been using word behind my back and in conversation when talking with me. thinking i don't know. i wil
want to know if i can report the staff person to HR. He's been with the company for 18 years. I wouldn't mind if he used this word about my creative work.. but he said i was this word. Hard for me to ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fired with no reason and given negative employment reference.
My husband was a maintenance person for a large rental property. About a month ago, out of the blue, he was called to the rental office, where he was greeted by an attorney and given a "Notice of Term... applies to California · 1 answer

Do I have to move because of a non-compete
3yrs ago I partnered with an individual and we created a company together. Since then, I've decided to go on my own. Our shareholders agreement contains a non-compete agreement that states that I cann... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

non-compete
I have worked for a company for 5 years. They are now asking me to sign a non-compete agreement. Can I refuse without getting terminated? Thanks applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I was terminated by my company because my position was eliminated. Do I have any legal recourse?
I was terminated from my company due to my position being eliminated. To receive my unpaid vacation, I have to sign a release. The release has a clause that I will not be allowed to be rehired for my ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Same job description w/different job title, less pay, and less benefits
Can an employer hire 2 people to do the same job but have them classified differently where one employee would receive less pay and less benefits? applies to Texas · 1 answer

Not getting paid and not receiving the copy of the contract is a branch of contract?
I worked for a subcontractor 1 month. On the first day I signed the contract and I was supposed to receive a copy of the contract the next day by mail. I was supposed to get paid every 2 weeks. I work... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Relocation Expenses
My husband signed a written job offer, which included relocation money. He has email correspondence from them where he asked how the relocation money worked. They said he will have to fill out an expe... applies to Louisiana · 1 answer

discrimination based on a perceived disabilty
I work for a major airline and I am an insulin dependent diabetic. Over the past year I have been working with my doctors to go on insulin pump therapy. After going on the pump I had a few low glucose... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have been disallowed u.c benefits on redetermination in the state of ohio and am appealing They included that additional issuesmay fall withinthe purview of theOhio administrative code rule 4146-5-03 can you tell me what that means and how to fight it?
applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a non-compete restrict future employment by specific companies?
I have been working for a local firm that provides services to the medical industry. Specifically, our largest client is the second largest medical providor in our county. The non compete restricts fo... applies to Florida · 1 answer

non compete laws in Florida
If a 1099 worker is told by the owner of the company they are working for they must sign non compete contract or be terminated, the worker only allowed briefly to read over it, not given a copy, not w... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Breech of employment recruitment policy
i am a long term yr employee -- applied for a vacant position and per policy was not even contacted-- per policy if 2 candidates are equal the internal gets the job-- Monetarily this has significant i... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

salary owed prior to termination
I have recently been laid off of work from the pest control industry and feel that I am owed more pay than they are agreeing to pay. I am a salaried employee and I was terminated 2 days into a new pay... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Hurt in non-paid, pre-employment training.
I was at a pre-employment training at a home health aide agency. On the training I became injured because as I was practicing a procedure (how to break a fall) on the other trainee, who had to fall on... applies to New York · 1 answer

My job was eliminated and now I have to meet once a day so I can teach other my skills that others do not know How much cooperation should I provide I have a severance package for 9 years of service
applies to Florida · 1 answer

Not receiving pay for work performed
Hello, I was working as an at-home call center rep from 1-8-2008 through 2-1-2008. I quit the job on 2-3-2008 for reasons I can explain later...they were justifiable. Two pay periods went by and I nev... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

employee didn't call or show up for work for 2 days
I had an employee who was a no call, no show for 2 days. Still haven't heard anything from them. Is this job abandonment? applies to Florida · 2 answers

I have an employee who was been on a worker comp leave since 12-30-09
I just got a letter from the worker comp carrier saying the emploee is eligible for a supplemental job displacement and the ee is 13% permanent partial disability, when can I terminate this employee. applies to California · 1 answer

Contract got cancelled in 1 week when I signed an initial contract for 4 months
Hello, I was offered a contract position at ABC Corp and I started working there. After a week when I submitted my timesheet, my manager told me that my contract wasnt fully approved. He thought it wa... applies to California · 1 answer

Overtime payback requested by employer
Hello, I have searched through the forums below with no luck to my current situation, I am hoping someone can shed some light on this. I work for a IT consulting firm as a hourly project manager that ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Signing a contract to not get unemployment benefit !!
I am losing my job soon , as the business I work for ( an independent jewelry store) is going out of business. They want me to sign a contract that I will not apply for unemployment benifits if I exce... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Vacation reimbursement
I am considering leaving my job. If I do, is my company required to pay me for unused vacation time (as in California)? Or do I lose that time if I don't use it before I leave? applies to New York · 1 answer

Did a co-worker defame me?
I was recently accused by a co-worker of harrassment and that she felt physically threatened by me. She went to human resources who found that her "proof" was not either. But do I have the right to sa... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

vacation/overtime pay
I have recently quit my job. I was not paid for vacation that was not taken, we are paid an overtime check at the end of each month which makes up my base salary and that was not paid. Also the compan... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can my employer change my position from part time to full time
I have been working at my company for 10 years. The last 5 of those years have been part time (24 hrs per week). I was told on Monday that they no longer want part timers and that I can come full time... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

If I use a company credit card for personal use but pay for it is that still illegal?
I was given a company cc that was under my name and with my social I made some personal purchases but paid for them is that illegal applies to Florida · 1 answer

employer illegal activity caused termination
along with not paying my agreed upon salary, it has been determined that the employer never withheld any income taxes for any employees during the same period of time that i was employed. When I confr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Exempt Status
Hello, If you ask your employer what your status is, exempt or Non-exempt are they required to tell you? If they are what can you do if your employer refuses to tell you? Because it will raise questio... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Is it legal to be required to take conference calls for work at home on your phone and not be paid?
My wife is a non salary, hourley paid employee as a teller at a bank. She has been told she must take a weekly conference call at home on her phone without being paid for her time or phone minutes. I ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can I strike and deposit , on the hand written on the back of my salary paycheck.
I am in california and worked for california based comppany. Company can write any condition on back of my last paycheck (salary) with hand written and no company stamp and no signature of company aut... applies to California · 2 answers

My management position is being eliminated and I have been offered a much lower position at 2/3rd of my current salary. Can I hold my employer responsible for paying me my current salary since this demotion is through no fault of my own?
My company is consolidating several offices together. Due to this, my position as office manager is being eliminated. The company is creating a new position for someone to oversee the new consolidated... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I never got to use my vacation time before they terminated me. How can I get my two weeks pay I accrued?
I was terminated abruptly. I had two weeks vacation accrued. Since they terminated me they say they don't have to pay it, although they could deny your requests every time you put one in. Do I have an... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can my employeer deduct pay from a second check?
I work full time 40 hours a week doing general office work. And I work a second job, I clean the office after hours. I recieve two separate paychecks for the different job duties. I missed a day of wo... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I have recently resigned from my job as a transportation associate due to being verbally abused by my boss. he informed me that he will not give me my last paycheck (this coming Friday) unless I sign a form stating that I will not speak of his behavior. I
I have recently resigned from my job as a transportation associate due to being verbally abused by my boss. he informed me that he will not give me my last paycheck (this coming Friday) unless I sign ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My employer has two year non-compete clause - that seems awfully long.
Our company provides urban and regional planning consulting services. A one year non-compete seems more than sufficient to cover their business needs but two years seems excessive. The firm does not p... applies to New York · 1 answer

If an employer sends an employee to training are they required to pay for travel time
I was required to go to training in Denver which is 55 miles from my normal work station is my employer required to pay travel time. applies to Colorado · 2 answers

Co-worker w/same title makes a lot more money
I am an Oracle Database Administrator just hired (2 months ago) by a large company in my area. I was hired at 90K/yr. Another DBA was hired on the same day. Although we have the same title, we are "ex... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is this Harassment?
I am accused of saying a coworker dressed like "a crack ho" 3 weeks ago to another coworker. I do not remember saying it but someone told her I said it and she has gone to HR and is pressing the issue... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

What can I do if I am working in a Hostile enviorment and am being targeted by my assistant manager?
I have been working for a property managment company. I have some question's about Hostile work enviorment. I have been working with my company for about 2 months now, and am now faced with a assistan... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Kmart not paying bonus to it's employees..
Kmart three weeks before it was to pay our bonus decided to pay only 54% of it to all all store management except pharmacy.. Our unsigned agreement with kmart was on performance of the store, not on h... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

I have attendance issues and have FMLA. I don't know what I can do.
I have been sick with different illnesses related to my current serious health diagnosis. I applied for and was approved for FMLA. Prior to this, I have had difficulties at work. One minute it was my ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My pay was cut in half so I quit. Do I receive up unemployment comp?
I have an unemployment question. My fiance has worked for a small business for 14 yrs. They have decided to reduce expenses by "offering" him a job at half the pay he's receiving now. This is the exac... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can a company have an independent contract sign a non-compete in Indiana?
I am interviewing a candidate -- who was a 1099 for another company. He was released. applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Non-Solicitation Employment Question
Hello. I'm currently a consultant working for a sizable technology firm. I wish to purse an opportunity with a client that the firm has previously (5 months ago) done business with. However, I was not... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

What to do when you get fired from an employment and they refuse to pay what they owe you?
I got fired and the employment I was with isn't paying the money he owe me applies to Florida · 1 answer

Decrease in pay without knowing pay rate
My husband and the employees at his company were all informed by their owner last Friday 9/25 by letters mailed to each person's home that that was the last day that each person would be on their curr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Should I sign an at-will agreement after 12 years?
Should I sign an employee at-will agreement with my employer after 12 years of service without one. applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

bounced payroll checks
My boss keeps bouncing our paychecks, then takes days, even weeks to make good on them. Can we insist on direct deposit, certified check, or pay in cash? Is he breaking any laws? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can an employer in NYS force you to use PTO for a doctor’s appointment that is scheduled outside normal hours (I.e. during OT hours)?
My spouse’s company has implemented a “new policy” regarding doctor’s visits. Their “normal hours” are supposed to be 0500-1330 M-F; however, they’re in a “to completion” job meaning... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer use the defense that they weren't notified that I was terminated for not paying me my final paycheck?
it's not up to me to notify my employer of the laws they should already know the laws regarding final paycheck, nor is it my responsibility to contact the office and let them know that my foreman term... applies to California · 1 answer

Can i get paid for working 3 days at a job?
My husband worked for a company for 3 days then quit to work somewhere else. this company does not want to pay for those 3 days b/c they claim they had to pay more to hire him than what he is owed. Sh... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Employees not paid by owners for over 2 weeks.
I was working for a company who claimed they did not have the funds to pay their employees. I decided to resign and take a position elsewhere, but am still owed about 1 1/2 weeks worth of pay; as are ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

hourly
Can a employer after you have been working hourly change it to salary? applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer prohibit employees from comparing personnel evaluations and salary increases?
My employer's Code of Conduct forbids employees to share information about about annual performance evaluations and salary increases: i.e., I cannot say to a co-worker "I received a 2 rating and a 3% ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can salaried sales emp'ee get overtime? I am expected to work weekends in addition to the rest of the week. Salary 90k annually.
My supervisor calls me at home at all hours 7 days a week. applies to California · 2 answers

My previous employer underpaid me with a post dated check for 3 months away when it is agreed get I get paid weekly. He won't rewrite a valid check and cancel the previous. What do I do?
I work for commission for a tree company. I know for a fact that i wasn't fully paid on my commission. Regardless of the amount of the check, the check was also invalid. What are my rights on getting ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my employer make me pick up my last paycheck?
I was recently fired from my place of employment. I usually get it directly deposited into my account. For my last paycheck, they want me to come in and pick it up... preferred that I sign a bunch of ... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

I never received my raise from my promotion
I applied for a new position with my company, and negotiated for a raise from 56,100 to 67,000 to accompany the promotion. I received a letter stating my new salary and position and also confirming th... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Being run out of my job for discrimination AND am filed as "exempt" and don't think I should be
I am an �exempt� employee for a travel firm which plans meetings and requires me to travel at least once per 6 weeks for about 10 days. When I was hired in April 2004, I was told I would receive payme... applies to New York · 1 answer

What concerns should I have if I don't know if I signed a non compete with Employer who fired me?
applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Florida law on employee having access to their own employment files
Does a employee of a Company have the right to see their own records or files. Or do they have to get a lawyer to be able to see them. I would really like to know what law is on this matter. You know ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Collecting Unemployment under a resignation for unethical behavior?
I'm curious if I'm capable of being granted unemployment given I have just put in my formal resignation at my job. I was the Director of Marketing at a consulting firm that was owned by one person who... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Against Public Policy
THE ISSUE/S.. AT-WILL EMPLOYEE TERMINATED AFTER BEING WRONGFULLY ACCUSED OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT.. EMPLOYEE WAS MIS-LEAD BY AT-WILL EMPLOYER AS TO ISSUE; MEANING, AT-WILL EMPLOYER RELAYED TO AT-WILL EMPL... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have a truck that belongs to my former employer, no storage fees have been paid to me
What is my legal right to work truck owned by my former employer whom I have filed a wage claim against, that has been in my possesion for 11 months. applies to Texas · 1 answer

Rests and Meal periods
So just out of curiosity, my employer states that by law all employees MUST take a 30 minute meal period, honestly I'm ok with being a forced meal period but is it truly illegal? I know minors have to... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can a private employer have different vacation amounts for exempt & nonexempt?
Is is legal for a private employer to offer exempt employees more vacation than non exempt employees? Are there any illeagal perks that can be offered to exempt rather than non exempt? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I quit my job during a new pay period it states in the handbook if you quit without a 2 weeks notice anytime worked will be dropped to min. wage is this legal to do if so wouldn't apply to the pay period you quit in not the one that was already worked and
I only worked a job for 2weeks because I didn't like the profanity that was used in that environment. The pay period had ended and a new one had started. In their hand book it states a 2week notice is... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Do I have a reasonable right to compensation?
Hello, As a teacher at a charter school, I was written up for a comment I had made that the acting principal disagreed with. I felt that she was purposely making things difficult for me. I then reques... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I live in NYC I work as a waiter. I was short on my bank $44. The manager tells me to pay the $44 out of my tips while he investigates the situation. I know I'm not supposed to pay for shortages in your bank but I gave him the money anyway trusting he wou
I live in NYC I work as a waiter. I was short on my bank $44. The manager tells me to pay the $44 out of my tips while he investigates the situation. I know I'm not supposed to pay for shortages in yo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my company go with an outside higher with out even acknowledging my application.
My current employer filled a position today with on outsider. I applied 3 months ago. I was not interviewed and have heard nothing from HR or the Hiring manager. Can I do anything? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I had a seizure in march and I am unable to drive to work for six months
Due to my seizure, I am not allowed to drive for six months. I asked my employer if I could work from home which they allow other people to work from home to save money in gas. My employer said no. I ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

With Hold Of Servance Pay
MY employer has threaten to with hold my servance pay , because they believe i have company property , I have replied to them i have no such property . How should i pursue this ? Can they withhold pay... applies to Texas · 1 answer

my employer hasnt paid me a raise in two years is this legal?
see above applies to California · 1 answer

Can I be denied FMLA if I go over the amount of days stated on the form? Also do I have to resubmit
I was approved for FMLA for a duration of one year. The doctor stated the FREQUENCY 1-3 times per month and the DURATION 8 hours per episode. Can I be denied FMLA if I go over the amount of days state... applies to California · 2 answers

Overtime with my employer is only calculated in .25 increments. So If my starting time is 8:30 and I start at 8:16, becasue I came in a little early, I will not be paid for the 14 minutes, as they only pay in 15 minute increments. Overtime is always ok as
We work overtime everyday...but if it's 24 minutes, instead of 15 minute increment, you don't get paid for the time. so you have the option to sit there and wait until the clock tick 8:30AM, and then ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How long does my employer in illinois have to reimburse me for my check that was short?
I live in IL. My employer shorted my check 16 hrs. How long do they have to reimburse me the difference owed? Is there a specific time they have to make this right? applies to Illinois · 1 answer

salaried but paid hourly?
I am a manager at a call center with 5-10 employees underneath me. My employer classifies me as salaried non exempt on my pay stub. I am required to work 40 hours a week, and 2 extra Saturdays each mo... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

As an employer_ what frequency is required for wage payment for EXEMPT
Hello I am hoping to have a clear understanding on Wage Payment for EXEMPT NYC employees. What is the Frequency required for wage payment of Exempt employees and how many days after work is performed.... applies to New York · 1 answer

The bookkeeper that did our weekly books was fired by thier firm, I would like to retainher services
The bookkeeping firm fired a bookkeeper that performed once weekly bookkeeping tasks for my firm and refused to keep her on in order to continue to do the books for us. I would like to hire her direct... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Does this void a NON-Compete contract.
I signed a employment contract with an IT firm that says that i shall be paid on a by-weekly bassis no later than 7 days after pay-period ends on the preceeding Friday and in that agreement there is a... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

Breach of contract
i'm in sales, and i signed an offer letter that stated salary plus commission at 3% with no minimum amount. then my employer comes back stating that i have to get 25,000 a month to bonus. I finally do... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

hi i work for a comp for 5 year i'm in Florida i left because i have another opportunity i have 2 weeks vacantion i need to know if lost my vacation
yes applies to Florida · 1 answer

Never signed a contract
I was laid off from a Pa facility due to downsizing.The corporate office decided to consolidate all operations to one facility in New Hampshire.At the time off lay off, the owner told me that I would ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Employees rights against demotion.
Dear Sir/Madame, I would like to request information regarding employees' rights against demotion in Ohio. My husband was demoted due to reasons that we believe were not justifiable. It did not have a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Enforceability of Non Compete contract
I have worked in the retail automotive industry for twenty five years, two years ago and out of desperation due to the economy, I took a job in "middle management" at a local dealership. The duties an... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Are bankruptcy employee settlement payments taxable?
My company filed Chapter 11, 18 months ago and I have just received a check (settlement)for vacation pay earned 90days prior to filing the bankruptcy petition. Nothing was withheld. Will I be required... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am a contractor getting paid by Medicaid. I have many subcontractors doing services for more than 40 hours a week. My question is if I have to turn them into employees in order to pay them the over time hours or I just can pay the over time in the same
paying a subcontractor over time without having to turn them into employees applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I collect unemployment if my employer repeatedly did not pay me in full on the regular payday?
I have already filed a claim with unemployment in PA after I quit my job. I am waiting to hear their determination. In the questionaire, I cited multiple dates over a four month period of paydays that... applies to Pennsylvania · 4 answers

Can my salary be docked?
I started to work for small company in January 2010 as a temp. I was hired in May 2010 as a permanent employee. At the time I was told that I would be salary exempt and if I worked overtime I would no... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Entiltled to Holiday pay or paid time off as stated in employee handbook?
I am a full time employee at Citigroup (40 hours per week). In the employee handbook it states: "Citi provides 10 paid holidays to eligible employees. Some paid holiday time may be granted as a floati... applies to New York · 1 answer

FMLA retaliation/perceived disability/hostile work environment/intentional infliction of emot stress
Hi! I have an ongoing problem w/ my employer, a medium-sized city in northeast Ohio. I have been using FMLA every once in a while for the last few years due to a depression condition. All of my abscen... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

am i eligible for UI benefits if my employer gave me 2 weeks notice with pay?
Am I eligible for UI benefits if my employer gave me 2 weeks notice with pay? applies to New York · 1 answer

I was forced to resign. I was presented a final paycheck at the time. It bounced and I was charged the fees on top of being issued a bad check. I live in California. If I was forced resign; when is my pay legally required to be provided?
I was allowed to resign in lieu of dismissal last week on Friday. I attempted depositing my check but there were issues at the teller so they had me deposit via ATM. There was a hold and then they ret... applies to California · 1 answer

At will contract AND Two weeks notice required ... or penalty
I recently received a job offer as a contract employee. The contract is standard stuff. Three times, the contract states that employment is at-will for both the employee (me) and the employer. But the... applies to California · 1 answer

write up from employer
Do I have the right to ask for a copy of a write up or any information in my employee file? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non-compete
I have been with my employer for nearly 10 years. I am involved with a competitive industry but my position is one in which I have no direct client contact. I am mid-level management in operations for... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Is the a set amount of time with a company before you can file for Un-employment
E applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Is the non-compete clause in the contract I signed valid and enforceable
I work form home in a full-time salaried position for a research company. They also hire some peers on a project basis. They are moving into an office late this year. My husband moved out of state for... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Hostile work enviroment
I wokr for a manufacturing faclity and I am the only female quality control inspector. On many occasions I feel I have been singled out for harrassment. I have 4 supervisors and when you get your revi... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is it legal for employer to pay the raise for all working hours after every 6 months?
My employer(vendor) gave me a raise lately because client promoted me to the new position and my employer says that they will pay me the raise for all my working hours after every 6 months however the... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Employer used FMLA for other than described
I was granted FMLA by my employer for my back problem. My DR. filled out my paper work stating that my back problems could be possible lifetime. I never used any of the FMLA. February 2010 a month or ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

payment
I was working for a company, and I quit,and I know a manager that works for the company at a different location that I was at. Then when the manager found out that i was no longer working for the comp... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

If I am changed from non-exempt to exempt in the middle of a workweek, do I still get OT that directly applies to my time as non-exempt? [Virginia with no daily OT law] For example, I worked Mon-Thurs as a non-exempt person, a total of 43 hours. Then Frid
If I am changed from non-exempt to exempt in the middle of a workweek, do I still get OT that directly applies to my time as non-exempt? [Virginia with no daily OT law] For example, I worked Mon-Thurs... applies to Virginia · 1 answer

Employer changes terms non-compete contract. Still Enforcable?
I am currently in my first year at a large financial services firm in Phoenix. My firm has decided to change its training and compensation program mid-stream, which has eliminated the possibility of a... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I want to seek justice from those that had a direct impact on my current finanicl condition.
False reference by an supervisor Do I have a case? My division was being terminated due to consolidation. Therefore, we were false to seek employment in other areas of the bank. As a result, I and oth... applies to New York · 1 answer

Treated unfair for falling asleep at work.
if i work for procter & gamble and have been the only one out of the shift work force in my dept who has been confronted for falling asleep.and have a diag of sleep apnea. also have been told by team ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Docking a full day's pay from exempt employees
My question is: Can exempt employees be docked a full day's pay? I've taken an employment law class and I understood an exempt employee could not be docked at all or it would erode their salaried stat... applies to New York · 2 answers

can earned vacation time be taken away from an employee in new York state
works for a bank in Delaware county new York. what happened the bank added more work details to meet a deadline and the bank decided that in order to meet deadlines all vacations will be eliminated! applies to New York · 1 answer

Will my non-compete hold even though my position was reduced to part time
My position was recently reduced to part time as needed. I have a non-compete with this company and a portion of it states: "For a period of 1 year after termination of employment for any reason whats... applies to Florida · 2 answers

What happens if the tipped employee doesn't earn the other half of minimum?
I'm a tipped employee that was recently discharged after four years, two as manager then demoted when the bosses daughter came on board. She fired me while her dad was on vacation for events that took... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non-compete transfer when company moves to CA
I may have signed a non-compete agreement with company "A" in 1994. At the time I worked at the company headquarters in CT. Since then both myself and the company have relocated to CA. I have left the... applies to California · 1 answer

I work as a medical livery driver in Massachusetts and work 60hrs a week at 14 dollars an hour but no overtime. Is this right? I did research and i am really not a independent contractor nor sub contractor because i am supervised after every stop and told
I work as a medical livery driver in Massachusetts and according to them i am a independent contractor or a subcontractor but after reading the law o am not. They tell me where to go and who to pick u... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

I am being asked to resign or be terminated. What are my rights?
I have been working at my job for 5 months and my boss has told me that she does not think I am the right fit for this position. I spoke with HR and he said I can resign with 4 weeks notice and get my... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non-Compete only for Employer/Employee?
Hello - I plan to purchase items from a wholesaler in CA for retail resale on a major internet auction (I am located in TX). It has been recommended that I require the wholesaler to enter into a "non ... applies to Texas · 2 answers

What qualifies as
My boss went on vacation for a weekend while I was working. I decided I wanted to quit my job so I WROTE my two weeks notice, put it on her desk along with my things. I only had 2 shifts in the next 2... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can employer deduct med ins payments twice in the same pay period?
I was recently terminated from employment on 10/20/15. I received my final pay on an Aline debt card for my hours worked on 10/18 thru 10/20. I was told the remainder of my pay (10/4-10/17) would be o... applies to California · 1 answer

Is my employer held accountable for not paying me on time?
It's been almost a week after I was supposed to receive my paycheck from my employer, I was supposed to receive a check in the mail, because we had switched pay cards. I was told I would receive the c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

maternity leave and vacation
Good Day, I am a citizen of US and work for a non-profit organization. I am 7.5 months pregnant and I was informed today that my last day of work will be december 2, 2005 and that my position is elimi... applies to New York · 1 answer

We are told because it is the government there is nothing we can do.Is there lawyers who can help us
I was working for the government in 2003,I had direct deposit as did my wife.After stopping my employment, my employer continued to pay me.We were unaware,moved,closed the bank accounts.1 1/2 years la... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Dear Mel: Is it legal for an employer or company to dock an employee a half a day for being 1 minute late?
My wife and I showed up to my work place 10 minutes early, but couldn't get through the gate because someone in front of us lost his identification card and had to get buzzed in by security which took... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Is this a legal tactic
I have been working for my current employer for 3 years now without a written or sighned contract. I started working for him for a set weekly rate which meant if we didn't work I didn't get payed by h... applies to California · 1 answer

Back pay owed and Termination
I am an at-will employee of a small consulting firm. All 4 employees agreed to defer our compensation when we were operating in the red. I have about $12,000 in back pay salary owed to me that the CEO... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

salary deduction
i know its illegal to deduct an employee's salary paycheck if they are out one day, but is it still illegal if the employee is on a 3 month probabtionary period? If im late, i have to make up the time... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I sue the company who didn't pay me until two month later~
I worked as internship in a company in New York City, at the beginning we sign agreement that the company will pay me two thousand dollars for compensation, one is at the beginning of the internship a... applies to New York · 2 answers

Can my former employer enforce the non compete agreement?
i had a non compete with a former employer. I'm a Massage therapist so it states I'm not allowed to have any services with anyone i catered to at their location for ten mile radius and for one year. M... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I need a lawyer
I applies to California · 1 answer

can an employer charge your fmla time if you are out on a workmen comp claim?
I was hurt on the job, (My back and Knee) and the were charging my fmla hours, i went back to work and was not ready yet and went back on Wc and they denied my disability and said i'm out of FMLA, now... applies to Texas · 1 answer

as a nj employee can i take njfmla to care for my adult daughter who will have a c section.
my employer says "no" unless she is mentally challenged, which she is not. thanks applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

my employer owes me for expenses and my consulting fees that are 2 years old can i still recover them
i was first of all release from a company because i was attacked in a home invasion and was not in contact because in hospital. from that home invasion life fall apart. and became homeless as well as ... applies to California · 1 answer

If employer promises increase in wage
Is it leagal for an employer to promise an increase in pay because of a new position, and then not give the increase and advise employees that they will now be doing the work of what it used to take 3... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Resigned and was terminated on spot
I am currently a manager at a small medical collection firm. I am about to give my notice 8 weeks in advance. The owner of the company has a track record for letting people go as soon as they give not... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was recently employed at a non profit organization that provide services for Family Domestic Violence. However I never received unpaid vacation time for 7 years. some flex time and at the end of my employment I was only give 33 hours of vacation time wh
Have yet to receive my accrued unpaid vacation hours that consist of 7 years applies to California · 1 answer

what should i tell my boss?
i am the only employee at a gas bar and variety store. the owner (my boss) likes to hug me, kiss me on the cheek and coment on my physical apperance. i am a very friendly person in general. in uncomef... applies to New York · 1 answer

My company was bought by another company; can the new company refuse to cash out PTO if I quit?
My company was bought by a company from Florida and I’m in WA. Per our handbook before the buy out, we would be cashed out at 100% for our earned and unused PTO if we resigned as long as we gave 2 w... applies to Washington · 1 answer

Does the state of Illinois have to pay commission on deals closed prior to termination?
I was terminated 6/1/18. I have commission due to me on deals closed prior to my termination. Does the company owe me this money? applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Disciplined for telling cubemates I felt excluded when they speak Spanish?
There are 3 of us working in cubicles in close proximity. My 2 coworkers are both bilingual, English and Spanish. I only speak English. I have been friends with one for more than 3 years, even attendi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wges not paid & bounced checks
Mel, My husband and I worked for the same company,the owner is one of our best friends.Both our paychecks bounced and the boss said he would make them good including all bank fees on the next schedule... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can I be fired for turning in one employee of mine for sexual harassment of another employee?
I have an employee out on disability. During this time, another employee came to me and told me , she had been inapropraitly touched and vulgarity had been used numerous times, by the employee on disb... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Signed a non compete under duress
I came from digital imaging sales, FOunf a firm in Indiana who offers some of the products in my field. They hired me in June. They did a DMV and credit check prior to starting. Then said you will fil... applies to New York · 1 answer

My name is Isaac my check was short 6 days I worked 12 in the coner of my check it said your houly rate has been reduced I was never inform. intill I receive the check. Can I file a claim
My check was short 6 days n my hourly rate was changed with out noticed. I found out it was when I looked at my check. I was not paid for my 12days was only paid for six it stated important notice on ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Minimum employment tenure & medical insurance contribution
Hi, I work in NY state office. My employer had contract with me saying that I should work for atleast 18 months. The reason for that is he said that the project is 18 months and so he has to make sure... applies to New York · 1 answer

I live in Colorado and my employer came up with A new attendance policy. If you are a min late they will deduct 30 mins from your personal or floating worked, is it legal for them to deduct that ? I am not a salary employee and work 10 hrs a day 40 hrs a
Employer deducting 30 mins from personal or fh time if you are a min late. I work 10 hrs a day 40 hrs a week. Not salary applies to Colorado · 1 answer

Unpaid contract fees from a NYC client
Hi, I work for a GA based company (who holds my H1 visa) and was doing a contract assignment for a client in New York City. The NYC client has $40,000+ in unpaid balances towards my company for the se... applies to New York · 1 answer

How do I protect my professional reputation before I am "set up" to be fired??
I am the director of a PA nonprofit organziation. I have done a fine job going above and beyond my job description throughout my 1 year of employement despite an apathetic and unaccountable board of d... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Disability
I am a single female with cancer,I been employed at the same company for 9 years. I was diagnosed with cancer 4 years ago. My employer has been playing games the whole time. Getting good reviews but n... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

ABSOLUTELY NOT PAYING FOR CONSULTATION!
If your employer ask you to go back on your on time and finish a job without pay. Because of a mistake that was made that was not necessarily your fault or for whatever reason. Is that a violation of ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can the employer make me sign an agreement to return 3 months pay if I do not give 3 months' notice
My employer has circulated a new employee manual which mentions that it is only a guideline. At the end of it, there is an agreement which is one-sided and says that I owe the employer my 3 months sal... applies to California · 2 answers

Two week notice and repay relocation.
I gave my two weeks notice and was walked out of the job that day and not paid for the following two weeks. Since California is a At-Will state am i legally obligated to repay my relocation expense wh... applies to California · 1 answer

changed non-compete contract. Still valid?
I signed a non-compete contract in exchange for a 4% commission to be paid for me selling a former customer after I quit my job. After 5 months they told me they could only afford 3%. I took it for 2 ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Unpaid Salary and Overtime
Hi, I have worked with a Company based in Atlanta, and the client place was in Texas. I worked with the consultant between April and July first week. In the second week of July, I joined the company a... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Worked for a large time share company. Left due to Covid.
I have an employment (1099) contract that states that the company holds a reserve of 10% out of each paycheck to cover "chargebacks" if you leave the company. Once each sales account has made six time... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Final pay issues.
My wife is an interior designer who left a firm abruptly after a conflict with the owner. The owner is now refusing to pay her salary for the final week of employment plus all outstanding commisions o... applies to Texas · 3 answers

I was fired from my job. And i was expecting my check they hold back at the beginning. It never came. 2 weeks later, they hired me back. But i was still expecting the held back check because they said they had terminated me. I never got it, so if i happen
This is a state ran facility. And my mistake made the owner have to be investigated by the state. He didn't like that. Supposedly state said i should be suspended, but he fired me then. While waiting ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non-Compete Confidentiality Agreement
My position as a Personal Assistant was recently eliminated by ABC. I have been approached about the same type of position with another company XYZ. XYZ is a client of my former company. ABC provides ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can my old employer get me fired bc of me suing them?
I work in Pa and recently quit my job to get a new one after 11 years. I was mandated to work overtime but was only paid straight time. I am thinking of starting a class action law suit against my for... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I live in florida. i gave my two notice and completed it fully. I had PTO time that I had not taken and was paid out on my PTO, is this legal?
Not paid my out on my PTO time while giving a two weeks notice. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Employee AND contractor??
I am an employee with my employer withholding taxes on my pay. I started working for this company last May. On February 20 the boss came in with a 1099 and handed it to me. I got a W-2 in January. The... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I loose my company stock if I leave and compete?
My company is privately held. Therefore, we do not have shares of stock, we have "units." Each year I am given units as part of my year end bonus and as part of a Long Term Reward Plan. The bonus shar... applies to California · 1 answer

Can a old employer owe me maternity leave pay that i never recieved
I just found out walmart has unclaimed money for me. Its from 2007 when i was employed there. I went on maternity leave but never paid. Could that be what it is. applies to New York · 1 answer

My previous employer Stop Payment'd my last check for multiple reasons, what can I do?
I got a letter in the mail today from a lawyer saying my paycheck is being held due to multiple reasons.. "He informs me that you were terminated from your employement on July 1st. Thereafter, without... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

taxing and pay and possibility of paying for consultation
If an employer is taking taxes out of my check but I have not yet filled out a W-4 what can I do? He has not even issued my irst heck which was due to me on the 15th of June and is trying to take out ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If away from home for work, how is compensable time calculated for non-exempt employees?
I will be administering a conference (non-exempt employee) and will be away from home for three days and two nights. Does my employer only need to pay for actual time worked during the conference? Is ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I worked in homecare, the client is now deceased. Prior, i wanted to leave for another job but my employer asked me to stay on. He died in September and i was given a bonus and later applied for unemployment but unemployment do not want to pay me. We are
My client died and i was given a bonus payment, i later filed for unemployment and was denied. Prior, i was going to leave and my employer promised to give me this bonus so im shocked now that unemplo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer terminated the employment contract before the contract was up, what should I do now?
I had started my job with my former employer in the July and we signed a employment contract for 9 months, however, this week my employer told me that they do not need my services in the present capac... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unpaid employer expenses
My husband's company laid him off in Ocotber. They said they would pay his expenses within 30 days. 3 months later and still on money. It is close to $40,000. What can he do to get this money? He also... applies to Texas · 2 answers

still waiting for commission payment....
I was layed off from my company in October. At that time my employer owed me commission for Sept and October. It is now December and I still have not received payment. Is there a law in NY that requir... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hi, I live in NYS and due to a company merger, I was laid off. A severance agreement was signed offering me a month of salary and 3 months health benefits, I would pay the COBRA premium and then the Company would reimburse me. It has been two months now,
Hi, I live in NYS and due to a company merger, I was laid off. A severance agreement was signed offering me a month of salary and 3 months health benefits, I would pay the COBRA premium and then the C... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I sue for punitive damages for withholding my final paycheck?
I was terminated from my employment and was never given my final paycheck. I wrote a letter and got a reply from an attorney that stated I must return items in order to pick up my paycheck. I do not h... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Sexual Harassment and vacation
I recently resigned from a job due to sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct from my employer (it was an abrupt resignation as I finally had enough). A week prior to resigning however, I had take... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my employer issue paycheck but insist it not be cashed or deposited yet?
My former employer issued four paychecks (biweekly) in a row to me, but insisted that i did not cash them due to insufficent funds. As of October 2009, I got a new job, due to the money problems with ... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Commissions due after Resignation
i worked with a franchised owned store from march to april. the agreement was that i was paid annually and a commission of 3% once my orders were invoiced. i had to resign (contract stated employment ... applies to New York · 1 answer

non participation in other employee's lawsuit
I am negotiating a severance package. I was the HR director and have intense knowledge ofr all employment activities. In the severance agreement there is text that states I can not participate in anyo... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

No-waivers?
Looking at a employment contract. What the heck does this mean in plan language? The waiver by any party of any other party's breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not operate nor be constru... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Employer fires at will to avoid paying BIG commisions
Can an employer promise (in writing) to pay a 10% commission on sales (expecting salesperson to sell $2 mil) , but when salesperson overachieves to the tune of 15 mil, the employer fires the salespers... applies to California · 3 answers

Need legal advice fast. (Please help)
hi; I just got letter from my previous company that laid me off saying that I have overpayment couple thousand dollars. Is it legally possible to keep the money and not returned it since they're the o... applies to California · 1 answer

is it disparate impact when employer places conditions on intermittent leave to care for disabled
One of the circumstances is that the employer had placed conditions on the use of intermittent leave (FMLA/CFRA)that required employees to provide doctor notes to certify each and every time intermitt... applies to California · 1 answer

Company refusing to pay severance what are my options?
I am based in CA and went to work for a company based in MO and I worked in TX. I started work on 1/17/11 and was terminated on 4/1/11 (yes April Fools day). At termination I was told I would receive ... applies to California · 1 answer

Laid off 1 year ago with a noncompete contract. Want to start my own business in the same field
I worked for a plumbing company for 8 months in Gilbert, AZ where I signed a noncompete contract with no time limit. I was Laid off and am now working for the plumbers union in Youngstown, OH(I felt t... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Severance pay, Vacation time pay
Three months ago we were told our division in the company would be put up for sale. Shortly thereafter we met individually with HR and were given documentation on what our severance qualifications wou... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Employer Filed Bankruptcy, owes me salary, will I get it ?
Hi There, My employer informed my yesterday that they have filed for bankruptcy and unable to pay my due salary for 1 and half months ! I would like to get some advise how to proceed further and will ... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

FMLA Entitlement Denied by Manager
I've worked 9 years for a company that's aware of my family health conditions. My wife and I have used FMLA. In an unforeseeable situation in which my health was aggrivated (I have a bladder contition... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Soliciting former employer's clients...
I work for a registered investment advisory firm in California, and I'm looking to either go to another firm or start my own firm. Here are the facts: 1) There is NO non-compete or employment agreemen... applies to California · 1 answer

can an employer force you to do the job you did before you got hurt on the job
what if i told that i cant do the job i did before i got hurt and cant lift heavy applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

do i have some kind of case against my own company?
Dear Mel, I had the most abusive day today, my sales manager, not only verbally abused me with many "F" words, but also slapped evrything off the top of my desk in a rage, and even went as far to aski... applies to New York · 1 answer

harassement and discrimination
I am a teacher. My Principal has caused much stress, harassement, and discrimination until I developed ulcers. I was denied certain privileges and others were given an okay. Remarks made in my present... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unused Vacation Pay in Arizona
I was recently laid off from my job of 22 months. I have 95.50 hours of unused vacation time that I believe I am owed. Are you familar with Arizona? According to their handbook it says "While unused P... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Contracted Employee Looking for Vacation pay from Former Employer
I am a contract employee working at a medium-sized company. My former employers had suffered severe financial difficulties, including filing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. The client offered the chance, to my... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Peace work pay and hourly
I get paid 50 a job- it takes 4 hours on each. Although, when is it against law In Nevada to not be paid for every hour I work? I'm having to do at least 10 or more jobs to even see 300 paycheck. What... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

money owed on promised raise?
Am owed money for the months I waited for a raise granted in nov. 2000 but not received until may 2001? I was promised I would get my raise and the retro after the "new system" was in place...I receiv... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How soon can an employer pay unemployment insurance on a reduced pay package after implementing it?
I am facing a reduction of pay on Dec 1st of 50% or annually. If I accept the offer my fear is that my employer is looking to then fire me and only pay reduced unemployment insurance. Is this possible... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non-compete
I signed what is titled as "key employee agreement" with a non-compete clause stating I will not w/o company's consent engage in any employment, consulting or other business other than for the company... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

compressed work week
We are a Non Profit organization located in New York who employs both exempt and non exempt employees that are paid on a bi-weekly pay cycle. We are looking into a compressed 9 80 work week and would ... applies to New York · 1 answer

preapproved ot
I often work 45 to 55 hours a week, but my employer says that overtime must be pre-approved. Is this correct. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My employer requires that if you would like vacation and pto benefits that you pay into it. I have been paying .75/per hour since the year 2004 to build up to my vacation time. This year the corporation decided to lower the cap leaving me to lose a week o
Been with company 18 years, have been paying .75/ hour out of my pay for 14 years to accumulate my full amount of vacation time...this year company took away 1 week vacation plus 5 personal days applies to New York · 1 answer

overtime pay
My employer informed me last October(2001) that my position no longer requires them to pay me overtime. I make no commission, I am no ones supervisor. My position is a parts department counterperson i... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

undesired of filing a complaint
1 - If I file a complaint againts my last employer. Will this affect me when I am looking for another job? 2 - Can I file a complaint if I am thinking that my employer let me go because of my ascent s... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Time clock hours don't count
Our company has a policy of rounding all time clock entries by 10 minutes in their favor. So, all of us could be donating as much as 20 minutes each day to the company. It really becomes a problem whe... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

my paycheck has been stamped with NSF and i dont know what to do
I was given my paycheck a week ago . Took it to the bank and the branch manager stamped it with NSF . I went to my employer and ask for payment and I have not been given any answers and it has been a ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

job title and pay
Is it legal for an employer to pay a long term employee with a good employment record 20-30 percent less than others with the same job title, responsibilities, and equivalent time in the same type of ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Temporary pay cuts for performance management
I work for a transcription company that pays by production and conducts monthly to quarterly audits of my work. Additionally, if a transcriptionist can't make out a word or find a term, she can leave ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Final pay hourly wage cut
My husband recently quit a job because the new owner cut his hours and we could no longer afford the long drive to his job everyday. He did not give a two weeks notice and when he picked up his final ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my boss contact me on my days off?
I am off on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. My boss is always texting me work questions on Monday and some Saturdays Is this legal? Also, he gave out my personal cell phone number, without my permission,... applies to California · 1 answer

Bonus after termination
I was terminated from my job with no prior write-ups and when I inquired about my last paycheck and BONUS I was told I am getting my last check but that they arent giving me my bonus at ALL! My record... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Could this be age discrimination?
My mother is 64 years old, turns 65 years old in 3 weeks. She has worked for a large and growing doctors office for 23 years as a medical transcriptionist. This position was replaced by technology but... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

do i have a case
I wrote on facebook about my supervisor I did not use the person's name or the company name. Can I be fired for this? applies to New York · 1 answer

Was I wrongfully terminated?
I was terminated from my employment without an explanation. I was contacted by my manager and told that I was on administrative leave due. She then explained to me that I would be contacted by the HR ... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Fight a no compete
I worked for a retail company for seven years. When I started in 1997 I signed a no compete clause. This contract was ammended in 2004 to cover more areas of the country. Later in 2004 I was terminate... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

wifes final paycheck
My wife was fired from her job at Great Clips hair salon two weeks ago. Her old boss is refusing to pay her, her last pay check. He is claiming she over reported her hours worked. This never occured. ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How can my employer take $500 out of my check a week without my permission
How can my employer take $500 out of my check a week without my permission applies to Texas · 1 answer

Employer is lying and shorted my last check 200.00
On 10-17-2006 I started a job at Hauser Pharmaceuticals as a customer service Rep. I was told NOT to quote pricing until I had been trained. I started asking questions, like why are we shipping to a r... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Can a comapany require it's hourly employee to be on call without on-call pay?
I am a Respiratory Therapist working in a home he alth company. I am on call 7 days a week. I receive no compensation for my time,unless I have to go out to go out to visit a patient after working hou... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Making False & Disparaging Remarks to a Potential Employer/Client
I would like to see if I have a defamation case against a former employer. I worked for a Virginia-based company until January when I was fired, without any reason given. There was some friction betwe... applies to New York · 1 answer

My supervisor informed me by email a month ago, that my job was eliminated.I haven't received any separation papers. What is my recourse?
I've been employed in Phila., Pa, for 34 yrs. at a hospital. Supervisor emailed me a month ago stating that my job was eliminated. At that time, I was working at home. I haven't been notified for an e... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can an employer not pay you for time worked because of a failed drug screen?
I got a job with a community action group and was not aware of the drug screen. After I found out, I felt that I would pass since it had been quite a while since my last use so I took the test and hop... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

working 70 hours, never receive overtime or comp time
i am a courier/messenger for an armored service business. i usually work 13 or 14 hour days. on average i work about 70 hours weekly but i only get paid regular time.should i be getting paid overtime?... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Does the FFCRA apply to an employer that has 5-8 employees?
Does the law apply to employer that have 5-10 employee? I work in construction company. My employer is telling me they are not going to pay me. applies to Florida · 2 answers

I was discharged from my managment position and offered a minimum wage job. How do I not accept the
I was an assistant Marketing Director. I was discharged and a man was hired and started the next day. I was given no reason. I asked if I was fired and my boss said no we have a minimum wage position ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

contract not renewed because medication side effects
Is there any case where the employment contract was not renewed because the employee had an inappropriate interaction with other people at work - raised his voice inappropriately according with other ... applies to California · 1 answer

I was not paid overtime for one and half years, how do i collect back overtime?
I beleive that my current employer willing didn't pay me overtime. What is the process and how do I proceed? applies to Nebraska · 1 answer

Changing vacation after prerequisite worked/absorbing a year's vacation
The company I work for has in it's employee handbook stated that after working a year and one day of the next, the employee will have so many weeks of vacation available to them (amount dependant apon... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Illegaly took my bonus
I currently am a senior executive with a New York based company with my office in Scottsdale. In my employment contract which is an at will contract. It explains my bonus structure. It says any change... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can an employer take away your earned vacation time when you get fired?
The employee manual I signed stated "you would receive one week of paid vacation after a year." It said nothing about it being accrued, or that you forfeit your right to this if you leave or are fired... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Re: Dion Cassata--Equal Pay
Dion Cassata responded earlier concerning equal pay. I resigned as supervisor of security at my job because the management would not support me as supervisor, or the company's written policies concern... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Breachment, Non-Compete Agreement
My Husband is s Sofware Programmer.His status is H1B.He came to usa in newjersey based consultant company..and my husband was placed by a middle company to work in a Client Company which is in Newyork... applies to New York · 1 answer

An employee terminated for just cause is accusing me of age and race discrimination
What can I do if I have be wrongfully accused of age and race discrimination? applies to New York · 1 answer

Personal safety
Hello, I currently manage an apartment complex in Kenmore and the environment has continually become more dangerous since I started working here nine months ago. I was not aware of this when I accepte... applies to Washington · 1 answer

After 33 years of employment and shareholdership, I am being asked to sign an employment agreement
I am employed by an old company (1933) that has been through several different types of ownership including a management buyout 25 years ago, and the creation of an ESOP 6 years ago. We have a new pre... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Employer Attorney needed
myself and my friend have wage claim from the same company ..we want to pursue through attorney ..Please let us know if any attorney willing to take our case . Thanks applies to Texas · 1 answer

fired on comp or filing for comp
I was fired from at will employment after I returned to work and asked for more medical. I was having back issues from a herniated disc. I asked to see a Dr again and was told I was fired. I'm under t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Slander in the office
Two employees that work for a private company which I also work at are slandering me in and out of the work place. They claim that I leaked pertinent information to a vender allowing competition into ... applies to New York · 1 answer

can a multi-party claim be filed in a different state from the defendants, if the plaintiffs (us) are subcontractors doing work in Philadelphia PA but the defendant (Company headquarters) is in Virginia?
We are subcontractors working under an independent contractor, who has not been paid, therefore, we also have not been paid for labor performed. We wish to file a multi-party (3-6 workers) claim in th... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Where do I need to claim severance pay?
I have just received a severance package from my employer when my job was terminated. I am in the process of filling out financial aid forms to go back to school. Do I have to claim the severance pay ... applies to New York · 1 answer

possible legal proceedings
I was recently fired from United states Post Office for what I believe retaliation for Sexual Harassment suit that I consequently won. I was injured on the job, and they used my out sick absences to r... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have recently quit my job and have not received my paycheck, what should I do?
I quit my job recently and my last day was Sept. 2, 2016. I had given a two week notice and have not received my last paycheck. The most recent payroll was Sept. 9, 2016 a week from my last day and to... applies to California · 1 answer

Pay check
My friend works at a daycare and her daughters attend the daycare. She asked the owner 3 months ago if he could take her daycare fare out of her check every month and he said no. A few months later(th... applies to Texas · 1 answer

theft
My work truck was broken into and a little over a thousand dollars worth the product was stolen. The company was aware that I didnt have locks for the truck months before the theft. Now they are docki... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

what do I do about unfair pay for a company I have worked for almost 5 years?
I have been working for this company for almost 5 and have only received 3 raises with in that time period. I am a full-time stock management employee, paid hourly and receiving about 3 dollars less t... applies to California · 1 answer

I most recently submitted my expenses as well as my consulting fees to my ex employer my ex employer responded back by telling me that it is company policy that I only have three months to submit any expense reimbursement and consulting fees, because my e
The reason for me not submitting my expenses were my life had changed as I slipped into a very very deep deep depression I was under Dr. care and just simply getting out of bed was a chore I was not f... applies to California · 1 answer

Can taxes be taken out of severance pay?
I was laid off on 10/3/01. My employer said he would give two months' pay and three months' health benefits, and that he would pay me in the next four paycheck cycles. I have asked for this in writing... applies to California · 1 answer

Contract language for terminating the agreement
Reading, PA. I about to sign a contract. Does the following terminology from the termination section of the contract mean that I have to stay the full time even in an "at will" state? 'Termination by ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Enforcing a Non-Compete Agreement
My previous employer (Job 'A') is a distributor of building materials where I worked as a sales representative. I am planning on going to work for one of my customers (Job 'B') who are licensed contra... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I suggested to submit notice of my leaving my organization but was then given two weeks by my employer. I do not wish to quit and communicated this. Can they do this?
In a difficult time I suggested that *maybe* I should quit my organization. I retracted my statement but my employer then gave me until June 6th. I did not officially submit notice nor did I giver her... applies to New York · 2 answers

Non-compete relating to prospective customers
I was told I had to sign a new non-compete in 1999 (3 years after original employment)or I would risk being fired. The new non-compete included prospects as covered under the non-compete as well as pr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can my employer force me to interview for new company?
I work for a hospital in NJ in mental health care. The hospital lost their state contract to a community agency after an RFP process. The hospital is only awarding severance to those employees who hav... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

mistreated and misjudged
is it legal for an employer to set up a video camera and not only tape the video,but also the audio without your permission? also, i was terminated because the father of my daughter did not want to pa... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Wrongfully terminated, discrimination
I worked for a company for several years and was injured on the job.They wouldn't put meon light duty or change y dept. I complained to several people and state companys. I was treated really badly fo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Exempt Status in Jeopardy
Dear Mel; I have been working in my position as Fiscal Manager since June 2003, and have been consider an 'exempt' employee by both myself and my employer, and rightly so. However, I have had hours de... applies to New York · 1 answer

Changing employment
Hi : I informed my company sometime in middle of oct 2003 that i will not work for them from nov 15th ..Then they stopped my oct 2003 salary which was due on Nov 1st and also they never added my new b... applies to Texas · 1 answer

can an employer not pay me for a holiday that i was elegible for?
for some unclear reason i wasn't paid for the 4th of july holiday and i should of received it. i have made multiple phone calls and emails to my supervisor and all my efforts were brushed off applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is there any resolution for a large company repeatedly bouncing most or all checks?
I work for a shipping company in Arlington, TX. The company has bounced checks for all of its staff on numerous occasions. While the money was eventually paid after pressure from the employees, it has... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Does Severance Agreement Disclude Unemployment Benefits?
I am concerned that if I sign a Severance Agreement offered by my employer, that the agreement might exclude me from otherwise being eligible for Unemployment Inusrance benefits. Specifically, does th... applies to California · 1 answer

Resign or be terminated, chose to resign can I apply for unemployment?
Due to another employees misconduct and the supervisor wrongfully including me in the diciplinary action notice I was given the option by upper management to resign or be terminated. I was told by uni... applies to New York · 1 answer

when is severance pay due in california? i'm growing impatient....
i was promised a month's severance. it's been over a month since i left. when is severance pay due to an ex-employee? i signed a release but i think i'm being led around by my nose.... applies to California · 1 answer

Employer breaking signed contract
I moved from California to Ohio to take a job with a local car dealership as a mechanic. I had a signed 1 year contract with the service manager stating that they would pay for my specific training wi... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

How long do I have to report retaliation from my previous employer?
I worked for non-accredited college as a staff accountant. I was doing payroll for them and at first my controller, Cindy, would tell me that the teachers were contractors and shouldn't be paid until ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Severance, termination and discrimination
I was recently laid off from my firm when it made a business decision to shut down our group. The group has been in trouble throughout the year. I was the most successful member of the group, the only... applies to New York · 1 answer

My boss granted me vacation time but has not given me hours after I returned, do I have rights here?
I asked for vacation with 2-3 months notice, it was granted. Now my boss will not answer my phone calls and is leaving my texts on read. I work for a health store in vitamin sales, deli, and stocking ... applies to New York · 1 answer

vesting period for accued vacation to be payable on termination
I was involuntarily terminated from my position as IT Manager on Jan 8, 2004. I had accrued 38.2 hours of vacation time, and this time is documented on my paystubs. When terminating me, my employer to... applies to California · 2 answers

What violation is it?
My supervisor told me that if I did not wear the newly required uniform the following day when the new company policy took affect that I would be sent home. She never informed all the workers as she d... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

overtime rate
What is the overtime rate for tipped employees in Ohio? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

FMLA Violations
I know I have a FMLA case, with proof them falisfying hours as FML in order to fulfill their FML obligation, and "for my best interest, released me of any obligation to return to work." What is the FM... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can I sue employer for withholding my check wrongfully or is there penalties in New York state?
I quit my job October 17th the next payroll was generated October 28th which I should have had my last check. I contacted her November 1st she said it was mailed out I have yet to receive it. I'm wait... applies to New York · 1 answer

Overtime Question
I am an IT engineer working for a small company in Toledo. I feel we are getting a bad deal as far as overtime is concerned. I will explain how my compensation works. I am a non exempt employee. I get... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

demoted, paycut, unemployment, earned vacation time pay
I have several questions. 1)I began working for my employer in 1994 as hourly (punching a clock) plus commissioned sales, I received no pay for sick or personal time. In 1998, I was placed on straight... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I be fired due to mental health issues?
Can I be fired from my job due to a mental health issue? If not, I feel that I am being set up to be fired anyway for other fabricated reasons. Do I have any recourse? Also, I recently asked for a cop... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

daily check writing fees
I work through a temporary staffing company that promotes "daily work...daily pay" but charge me a $4 per day "check writing fee" for the daily paycheck to be issued. Is this allowed? applies to Kentucky · 1 answer

Do I have a sexual harassment case even though I resigned ?
I resigned from my job as a Loan Officer about a month ago. I had developed a very unique loan program from scratch and once it became successful (after over 3 years) my employer took control of it an... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Company has no money to pay me
The company I work for is slowing running out of money. The board will not allow the company to file bankruptcy. I was due to be paid the 15th and the 30th of the month. I am one of two employees left... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If an employee signed a non compete and then the company stopped paying them when they ran out of money, can the employee then accept work with a competitor that they sought out? What is the limitation on preventing that employee from making a living?
Non compete and trade secret agreement signed with a company that is out of money for payroll. Limits to the agreement? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Does the non-compete agreement still apply
My employer has failed to pay me for a number of months. That would seem to be a breach of the employment contract. So would a non-compete agreement that is otherwise valid still be in effect? It woul... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can a employer deduct from your hourly wage every time you are late for work?
My Hourly wage used to be Twenty dollars a hour, now it's Twelve dollars and forty cents. I work a split shift six days a week, so I basically go to work twelve times a week. Now my employer has alway... applies to California · 1 answer

What is the maximum number of hours an employer can keep me for as a part-time worker?
My employer does not have guidelines for how long they can keep a part-time employee. applies to New York · 1 answer

I was working under a W2 on a 6 month contract. When the contract ended I took another position on a night shift. After 2 weeks I can no longer continue working these hours, can I still claim unemployment from my previous employer?
Both positions were on W2's and I would be leaving the second job of my own accord. applies to California · 1 answer

Demoted with 15% paycut & no responsibilities reduced
On Friday 3/20/09, my employer informed me that I was being demoted for poor performance and receiving a 15% rate decrease. The only time I was advised of poor performance was on 3/12/09 when I was in... applies to New York · 1 answer

I work as a technical contractor through an agency, for a financial institution. I have been given my two week notice and informed that October 2nd will be my last day. My contract agency indicates that they won't pay me my final check until the next pay
I work as a technical contractor through an agency, for a financial institution. I have been given my two week notice and informed that October 2nd will be my last day. My contract agency indicates th... applies to California · 1 answer

Wrongfully terminated without progressive discipline
I was terminated without notice today, without any form of progressive discipline, for what I consider to be an error in judgement while executing my retail job duties for The Bombay Co. Recently I co... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

I own a small business in Florida. I hav 2 employees that no longer work for us who did not sign their time cards before walking off the job. One of these employees never even returned their hiring paperwork so I have no information for them. Do I pay the
2 employees walked off job. 1 employee damaged a piece of equipment prior to walking off the other has only worked for 2 days on a trail basis and has not returned his hiring packet for HR. Plus neith... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Requirements for overtime pay
My daughter works in a jewelery company in NYC. She is classified as an exempt employee, and her salary is $28,000 per year. She is not supervising other employees and is doing routine specification w... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have to pay former employer the money they overpaid me?
I put in my two weeks notice at my former job and they asked me to leave and not come back at the end of the day. I got my last paycheck and they say I was overpaid. They will not show me my pay stub ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

did not know of non-compete until first day of work
I went to work for a company with a salry agreed upon with no mention of any typoe of contract or non-compete. The first day I show up and a contract is put in front of me to sign. In it is a non-comp... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non Compete statement
Mel...My employer made me sign a non-compete about 4 months after I started to work for them. I received nothing in consideration. I have been in Construction sales for 15years and it is all I can do.... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

severence pay contract
I was recently let go from my company because I mistakenly sent an email to the wrong vendor. As of yet, the company has not taken action on my unemployment. Also, they told me they were going to give... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

responsiblity for paying insurance premium if I extrend my FMLA leave
I am planning to use FMLA leave- if I extend my leave by using my vacation time am I still responsible for paying my insurance premium? applies to New York · 2 answers

Can a non-exempt employee delegate work to an unpaid intern?
I am an exempt employee living in New York City, working at a 501c3. After January 1, 2019, my salary is under the new threshold for exempt salaried employees, and I will be reclassified as "non-exemp... applies to New York · 1 answer

Verbal Employment Agreement
My stepfather had a verbal agreement with a friend to work for him at the local County Fair in Massachusetts for 3 weeks (9am-8pm, 7 days a week). The man agreed to pay my stepfather $1000/wk, and the... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Can I be compensated for all the time I worked?
I have a question about the unpaid overtime. I have heard the ads on television and I am curious. I used to be an assistant district manager for a very large Tax Preparation Firm. My duties were to as... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

As a commission-only employee of a salon, can I be forced to stay at work if I don't have clients?
When there are no clients on my book, I do not get paid. If I don't have anyone on the books, for instance, in the afternoon sometimes I would like to leave early but management forces us to stay even... applies to California · 1 answer

Is an employment contract valid that offers the independent contractor no consideration?
Hi, and thanks in advance, A good friend of mine is a tattoo artist and showed me his contract which included a non-compete clause. The contract stated all the restrictions/conditions of employment fo... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

wont send me my check after being threatened(physically)
I was threatened by another employee at work which nothing was done about it..I decided to walk out an quit...tired of the harrassment.Anyhow the company sent me a letter stating they stopped my direc... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Commission only employee
I would like to hire a few commission only employees. Can I hire them as exempt or do I need to hire them as non-exempt and pay overtime? For the non-exempt answer, how would I calculate the overtime ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer obligate me to pay tuition for a required class upfront?
My employer is asking me to pay upfront for tuition for a class that was a job requirement, and then submit the cost of the class for reimbursement. The payment has to be made to the school (which is ... applies to New York · 2 answers

When should I receive my paycheck?
I recently quit my job before my 90 day probation. I had observed that the clinic was practicing many procedures not in regulation with the Dept of Health. eg. Allowing non-licensed personnel administ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am a swap driver for a auto dealership. I have to use my own funds to pay for tolls and gas but have to wait 2 weeks for reimbursement. sometimes that comes to several hundreds of dollars of which I cannot afford, I live on ssi
I am a swap driver for a auto dealership. I have to use my own funds to pay for tolls and gas but have to wait 2 weeks for reimbursement. sometimes that comes to several hundreds of dollars of which I... applies to New York · 1 answer

Two hotels sold by Loews Corp. to New Hampshire and Resorts/the buyer paid Severance to some people
In Dec. 1999 I used to work for a hotel that was sold, my coworkers received SEVERANCE. I did not, why ? Some of them stayed with the company because they needed them like me . Help help help. applies to New York · 1 answer

Changing Company Holiday Schedule
Our company's employee handbook lists the company paid vacation schedule. On the bottom of the page, there is the disclaimer that the schedule is subject to change. The schedule includes, as paid vaca... applies to New York · 1 answer

forfeit severance pay if refuse transfer?
Our company based in MI is laying off the entire department in Burbank, CA. We haved an agreement guaranteeing us severance pay upon termination. They have recently offered other job "opporttunities" ... applies to California · 1 answer

Overtime vs Docked pay for a non-exempt Salaried Employee
I'm on salary, but my boss says that any overtime worked is "voluntary" and we need pre-approval before earning overtime pay (although its never been approved in the 2 years I've been here). She said ... applies to Texas · 2 answers

yes my work is deeming them selves an essential business during this crisis which wtih me and all of my coworkes dont agree with that statment. On top of that statement there is no really action be taken to ensure the safety of us, they are pushing the bi
thats about all i got applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can a privately owned company implement pay cuts without employee agreement to take the pay cut?
There is not a contract after the first year of employment for pay amount, but they were given only a 30 day notice of the pay cut, basically handed a piece of paper saying 'here's your new pay rate'.... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

what is my next step
I work at a charter school. I sent an "ANONYMOUS" email to my H.R. director at my school concerning behavior of two other staff members. I just left my Principal's office and he was asking specific qu... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Sexual harassment
My wife was recently 'forced' to leave her job due to repeated sexual advances and lude behavior by her boss. He would repeatedly corner her, rub up against her, look down her shirt or rub her leg whi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

mileage reimbursement
What can I do about mileage reimbursement?? Before I ended the employment relationship, I turned in my mileage report. I was supposed to get over $200. The check was mailed to me, but I only received ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

severance package disguised as a buy-out offer
I work for a newspaper and I found discrepancies in accounting. Several customers (large stores etc.) had credit balances and I was told not to bring it up. I was told another time that if I had any p... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Are they liable to pay me for entire length of resignation?
I gave a written 1 month resignation, they accelerated termination. Are they liable to pay me until resignation date? Even though Colorado is at will employment? applies to Colorado · 1 answer

short term medical/payout of EIB earned
Hospital I work 4/just anounced the outsourcing of our jobs-very next day the outsource company met with us & offered us our jobs on a probationary period upon termination by the hospital-haspital has... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

commission to hourly
I am a tow truck driver in CA. My employer has decided to change numerous policies without notice: 1 - we work for commission when we are on call (weekends & night hours), he is changing us to hourly.... applies to California · 1 answer

Hello, my name is Elizabeth, I am a Licensed Massage Therapist in Michigan. Was recently let go from position as an independent contractor(I paid my own taxes). I believe I signed a non compete. I can not get a hold of my file. If I did sign, is it enforc
Is non compete enforceable for massage therapist as independent contractor in Michigan? applies to Michigan · 1 answer

My employer (hospital) just made me aware that my hourly rate was higher, and that payroll did not change my salary when I transferred to another department for more pay. Does my employer have to pay me retroactively for two years.
My employer (NJ hospital) made an error on my hourly rate for the past two years. I was being paid less than I should have. My employer said I will not get the retroactive pay correction. Is this true... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Is my non-compete valid when I had my pay cut and benifits cut ?
I signed a non-compete with my employer after I got another job offer and gave my two weeks notice. The next day my boss called me in and offered me more money to stay,so I did. A few days later they ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How long does an employer have to mail a severance check after the severance package was signed by
Was forced to signed severance package on the 15th of the month. The paperwork was ready, but the check was not. Was told the manager who works out of state would mail the check to a manager who is on... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can I file a complaint with the division of human rights for disability harassment?
Everything was fine with my employer but as soon as I revealed my condition to my supervisor and requested FMLA, I started experiencing a wide range of harassment. Anything from false misconduct write... applies to New York · 1 answer

I work in Pa. I receive monthly bonuses based upon performance. My employer overpaid 1 month bonus.
I receive monthly bonuses based upon performance. My employer overpaid 1 month bonus. They have requested the repayment and was advised that I will have to pay the taxes back that were also taken. Sin... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My employer wrote me a paycheck and it bounced?
This is part time job for me at a golf course. They wrote me the check on 12/17 and it bounced...they keep blowing me off to write me a new check...what are my rights? Thanks! applies to Texas · 1 answer

My boss signed me up for a seminar but doesn't think he should pay my salary or food while away.
He has booked the seminar and booked the hotel and thinks he doesn't need to pay by Salary while away or provide food money. I did not ask to go to this Seminar and rather not go if that means no payc... applies to California · 1 answer

Freind and Sextual harrasment
Im the president of a small corporation. I have a female mananager That I knew personally (freinds) before I hired her. She always gave me personaladive on my relationship for example Your girlfreind ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Overtime
I have a couple of issues at work but I'll only address one. When I got hired, I was told that the work week would be 35 hours. I agreed that if I had to stay late to complete some work, that I would ... applies to New York · 1 answer

FMLA once laid off
I am pregnant which my employer is aware of. If I am laid off while pregnant (prior to going on leave), does my employer have to still provide me with my leave benefits once I give birth (short term d... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

I was accruing PTO since February 2019 and now was just demoted to a position with no PTO. Was said you could not collect even until after a year end of my old status. Am I still owed this even with the demotion. Sad IN California. HELP
Manager accruing PTO. Now demoted with no PTO. Do I get that back or is it gone. applies to California · 1 answer

Severance Pay
I currently work for a laboratory that is owned by the parent Engineering firm. The Engineering firm will be selling us very soon to another laboratory (we are being bought out). Part of the sale agre... applies to New York · 1 answer

withholding last paycheck as ransom
I was employed by a local small employer office. I was employed for 6 years. I terminated my employment with two weeks notice. In the first week I was gone I receive a letter from my previous employer... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My employer never had me sign a w-2 or w-4 and paid me under the table for 4 months. I kept asking her to set things up right so neither one of us would have problems. She said she would worry about it in 2016 and get things set up correctly. Now as taxes
I worked for a girl cleaning houses for the past four months. She paid me under the table and when I told her on week two that I felt she needed to set up things correctly so that there wouldn't be an... applies to Florida · 3 answers

Recording hours worked for a salaried employee in NY
I am a salaried retail manager, the company has me put myself in for 1 hr worked to be paid, yet where and are they required to document an employees time worked. If the claim was I worked 7 days stra... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I be terminated for taking legal action to collect on bounced checks?
I work in Jacksonville, for an Orlando based security company. For three weeks I was issued paychecks, one cashed at a grocery store which was later returned NSF that I had to pay back to avoid prosec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

County Agency wrongful denial of FMLA
The county agency I work for has a habit of denying FMLA (it appears for people they don't like) for good reasons. One person was forced out because he had diabities. His FMLA was denied for this. The... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

last paycheck-education reimbursement
I recentky resigned from my company, and they are considering withholding my last pay check and accrued vaction to cover company sponsored education reimbursement. They are saying that since I did not... applies to California · 1 answer

Should I accept or decline
I worked at a big retail company in Ohio for two years. On March 19th, 2006 I was injured on the job and I had to go to the hospital (standard procedure according to this retail company) to have the b... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Taxes on severance package and evaluation of severance agreement.
My severance agreement states that taxes will be withheld at the rate of 27%, which is much higher than they would be if they follow the paperwork I filled out for deductions, etc. Additionally, all t... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can a non-compete be enforced for ideas that were discussed but not used?
Is it possible under PA law for a former employer to enforce a non-compete if you use ideas from that employer for a new business that was never followed through on (i.e. they internally decided to ta... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Wrongfully Fired
My situation is I was laid off 2 weeks ago because of "Lack of work". This week, I was called back in and they had a meeting and told me that they suggest that I move. So I went home and told my landl... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Conflict Of Interest Fraud & Harrassment
I am an IT contract worker doing work for a public company that has $390 billion in assets. My employer is the staffing agency that has a relationship with the public company as a vendor, seems to me ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I am a truck driver from NY. My employee refuses to give me and my coworkers vacation time. I dont really care if it has to be paid or unpaid. I just need 1 week vacation to go visit my family back home. I've asked many times for this and the answer i get
I am a truck driver from NY. My employee refuses to give me and my coworkers vacation time. I dont really care if it has to be paid or unpaid. I just need 1 week vacation to go visit my family back ho... applies to New York · 2 answers

paid day of pain
My boyfriend cut his thumb and the nerve in his thumb on the job. They stitched it up and he has to go to a specialist to see if the nerve can be repaired. The hospital stated he could go back to work... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My company closed my home office while I was away on an expat assignment. Now they are pressuring me
My company closed my home office while I was away on an expat assignment. Now they are pressuring me to accept a change to my assignment and a new agreement that is less favorable to me. I am an Ameri... applies to Florida · 1 answer

OT when you've not yet acquired 40 hours & unpaid drive time
I work for a company that is contracted by a major electrical company & I am scheduled to work a 10 - 4 work schedule Mon.- Thurs. On Wednesday I had a doctors appointment so I left an hour early. The... applies to California · 1 answer

verbal abuse and disrespect do we have to put up with it ?????
is intentional infliction of emotional distress a fancy way of sayin a rude disrespectful verbally abusive supervisor ? and is it a proper term to file suit in NY ? if so and he has done this to many ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Discrimination, Lible, Slander?
My wife and I are truck drivers and recently took a break from over the road. We were hired at a local company driving dump trucks. After our 3 day training period of following trainers so they could ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Young, dumb and fired/layedoff I'm not even sure they know
I've started talks with another lawyer just as advice (she's a friend; finding someone to handle my case). However I figured i'd give this a shot and maybe someone would be interested. I worked for Fu... applies to New York · 1 answer

My co worker called me gay, do I have a lawsuit against him?
My co worker called me gay to another co worker, when I'm not. That co worker alerted me, and I alerted management. Can I sue him over it? I have already alerted management, and they wrote him up. applies to Arizona · 1 answer

cancer screening
I recently requested FMLA (at my HR reps recommendation specifically)to get my 6 month cancer screening which was at that point 2 months overdo because of a mandated overtime program we have at work w... applies to New York · 1 answer

My husband is a union heavy equipment operator and every winter he gets laid off due to cold weather. We've had a horrible year as far as work for him (I am disabled) the one job he had during summer/fall got shut down by osha for safety violations. He st
What to do about claiming UE applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

I'm not certified but I run shifts but myself I'm not getting manger pay
Is this against the law applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

State and Federal laws with respect to damages
It is my belief that I was terminated seven months ago due to my reserve military obligation. I feel there is a clear-cut USERRA discrimination case. I have pursued the matter via the Department of La... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can you be in trouble with a non compete
if you signed it but never worked a day for them? I am not sure if she even has the papers for it since I never filled out all the paperwork. I am starting a business in the same field a year and a ha... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

How would I go about negotiating an employer contributed IRA when the employee turned down benefits?
My new employee waived health benefits (she already has coverage) but wants to know if we can take whatever percentage we were prepared to offer for her health-benefits, and contribute to an IRA she a... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

Musical performer employed with restuarant
I'm an independent contractor working as one of four musical performers for a well-known theme restaurant. Our pay has not been equal. For the last year, we two African-American performers have consis... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Write-ups and Withholding Pay (Salaried Employees)
One of our Partners wants to implement the following policy for his client: If avoidable error committed, person is written up. Second time sent home without pay. These are salaried employees, in Flor... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

My company is forcing me to do unethical things, can I quit and receive unemployment benefits.
I work for a school. They have been accepting federal student loans for students. Instead of returning the overage, they have been paying employee's and bills and then bouncing the stipend checks writ... applies to California · 2 answers

Sexual Harrassment, Retaliation, Hositle working environment
About a year ago, I accepted an opportunity within my company to move into another role within the Finance Department. (Mar 03) The Sr. Finance Analyst was a man who at the time was not my direct boss... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Do I have legal rights against a verbally and psychologically abusive boss?
I've been working for an internet-based home office company since January of this year. Over the past 4 months, my boss has become both verbally and psychologically abusive to me. He had always had em... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can a company change a severance package if no contract has been signed?
My husband's company lost a key account that will come into effect in September. They sent out an email saying that, of course, layoffs will happen but so will severance packages of a decent amount. I... applies to California · 1 answer

They refuse to pay me overtime
I have worked for this company for about 2 months. They refuse to pay me my overtime because she said I didn’t get it approved first. She also stated that it is company policy that they DO NOT issue... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Is it legal to require 30 days notice before resignation?
My wife is about to start a job, but they want her to sign a contract that says she will give them 30 days notice before quitting. She is only a secretary, so she isn't in a hard to replace position. ... applies to California · 2 answers

Employment Agreement
I came recently(on 18th Oct2011) to USA on H1B visa, however, i was here in the year 2006,07 and 2008. I went back to India and got transferred my H1B with my current company. While transferring H1B, ... applies to California · 1 answer

Job Elimination
On June 26 2008 I was told that my job was eliminated. I was offered a severance package or I could stay on with the company in a different position. I chose the other position, and still with the sam... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can I consider Constructive Discharge when terminated wrongly in an At Will state?
In 9/04 I was terminated From my employer of 6 years after an 8-week Performance Review. The reason given was my failure to perform or improve in three (3) specific duty areas. None were true (proveab... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

overtime with different stores same company
I was wondering i was working for a franchise company that has 5 different stores. I worked at 3 of their different locations and received 3 separate paychecks 1 for each store. I get paid bi-weekly. ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my daughter file a defermation suit against a employees family member?
My daughter works for a retail store as a tech. She works with a girl who is lazy, calls in sick and always complaining. The store called my daughter to come in and fill in for a few hours to help out... applies to New York · 1 answer

Termination upheld at Skelly
I am a public employee working with union benefits. I have been served with a notice of proposed termination. Before i asked for a Skelly meeting i was offered a chance to resign and my employer would... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer open up an FMLA claim for me without my approval after an on the job injury?
As a flight attendant my friend had an on the job injury, and after a few weeks found out that her airline opened an fmla claim on her behalf instead of workmans comp. Please advise. applies to New York · 2 answers

Non-Compete
After working for a small computer consulting firm in NY for over 2 years, I signed an employee agreement addendum with broad, new non-compete and non-solicitation clauses. There were no such clauses ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Gender Discrimination - Pay Rates
I was hired in July, 2002 by a company out of LA. I'm a 22 year old female college graduate w/ 4 yrs experience. My pay rate is $11/hour. A 20 year old male with no college degree and 2 years experien... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I want to sue my employer for my raise, and defamation of work ethics
I worked as contractor for Computer Sciences Corporation in year 2007. My performance evaluaitons ere always exceeded expectations with performance increase. I was dismissed in August 2007 and my imme... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

Is this retaliation or discrimination?
I was recently "Laid-Off" and the company I work for said it was due to lack of work (Construction CO). I found out through co-workers that the same day they laid me off they hired a male employee at ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

after calling HR i was retaliated against. what can i do?
i called the HR department of the company i work for to inform them of the abuse of our facilities equipment and the safety issue that was created by this abuse. i had originally said something to my ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I put a lien on the project in which my commission was based?
Currently my employment contract is both salary and commissioned based. I am in a situation where the commission side of my contract is not being paid. I have submitted in writing demands for payment.... applies to Texas · 1 answer

neneed urgent answer re FMLA , etc. before April 11, 2001, please!
Please help! I was attacked by a fellow crewmember on a ship and required major spine surgery December 8, 2000, and have been on leave since then (16 weeks more or less) receiving 60% of my salary thr... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is this a case of Retaliation?
I reported my manager to the Executive Director for what I felt were unethical payroll issues. Since that time my job has changed dramitically. It is getting to be what I feel is unbearable. The thing... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

required meetings without pay
I am a college student and I work as a waitress to pay my bills as I further my education. My employer requires that everyone attend one or two meetings twice a month on a Saturday afternoon when the ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can a past RMO recieve unemployment compensation
Hello, I recently disassociated myself from a construction company in which I was the RMO (Responsible managing Officer of the corporation). I was given this title about 4 months ago, but the people I... applies to California · 1 answer

VACATION PAY
MY EMPLOYER TOOK AWAY MY VACATION PAY WICH IS AROUND 2 WEEKS OR BETTER I DO STILL WORK THERE I WANTED TO KNOW IF HE IS ALOUD TO DO THAT AND AM IM ENTILTED TO THAT THANK YOU AND I HOPE THAT U ANSWER ME... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Splitting hairs on the word
My current employeer of 21 years infomed me in March that I will be downsized as of July 1st and that I should look over the severance policy as I will be offered a severance should I fit the policy. ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my boss prorate vaction days to one a month.
After working for an employer for seven years and start a new year can my employer prorate my vacation days to one day per month and have no contract to do this or am I entiteled to take my vacation d... applies to New York · 1 answer

Harrasment in the work place
I was hired by the city in Feb 2002 in a specialized feild in which i have 18 years of expereince for a better quality of life 300 miles from my hometown. After my probationary period in which i recei... applies to Florida · 1 answer

monitoring employee conversations?
I work for a very small company (we are a tight knit group) a few of the staff members along with myself and another manager all had a “group chat” on Snapchat. Mostly just BS conversations casual... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Former employer giving info to 3rd party
I am a loan officer in AZ and recently left one company to go to another. My previous employer has called an appraiser that we have both worked with, and told him many personal lies: What my gross inc... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Comp time - legal issue or company policy?
I am an exempt employee working four days per week by agreement with my non-profit employer. If I work a fifth day in any given week, can my employer legally offer me comp time off? If so, am I requir... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unused Vacation TIme Arizona
I was recently terminated from my job of 22 months without reason. I have 55.50 hours of unused vacation time that I believe I am owed. I am researching but find different answers from different websi... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Was I wrongfully terminated from a job I had taken FMLA from and returned to a new background check.
I obtained employment in July 2014, a criminal background was conducted upon hire. Now I try to return from FMLA and my employer requested a new background check which showed me on probation after hir... applies to New York · 1 answer

Salary Half Time
I am an Administrative Assistant for a seasonal manufacturing company. We are required to work overtime as dictated by our corporate headquarters. However, I was hired in as "Salary Half Time". This m... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was injured at work, but they had me submit FMLA papers. Have I forfeited my WC claim?
Closed head injury at work on 8/30, a Thurs, but didn't realize had grade 2 concussion (although I did report it to my supervisor-just didn't realize it was quite so serious). After holiday weekend fu... applies to Virginia · 1 answer

Can my supervisor require me to attend after work social events, ie dinner or drinks?
I work for a large company and my particular department supervisor has required our team to attend social events outside of work. Usually dinner and/drinks or something along those lines. We were forc... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

no non-compete
I recently ended my 2 1/2 year employment with a title abstracting company. I have been working with a real estate settlement company part-time for the past 5 months as well. I have never signed and h... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Company pre-paid monthly per diem expense & wants repayment for time not used
I have been working out of town on a project for 10 months and am paid my regular wage as well as a 5-day/week per diem rate amount decided by my employer. My per diem was paid monthly before the firs... applies to California · 1 answer

good case against big company
i was out for 6 months with a work related shoulder problem(ended up having surgery) when i came back to work my old sales job was gone and they had me unloading trailers. i was on light duty with wei... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer hold me responsble for an orverbooking?
Is it legal for my employer to make me pay the difference when a rental is found the is more expensive after a double booking? applies to New York · 1 answer

CAN MY PAY BE CHANGED FROM SALARY TO HOURLY FOR NO REASON
My boss has been upset with me for a couple of months basically doing anything he can to get under my skin. He knows that I am the only one in the family working so I took on a part time job which in ... applies to California · 1 answer

I am a non-union civil service employee of a BOCES in NY State. In my recent performance evaluation my manager wrote that I was seen on a certain date and time someplace other than my work place. I was working in a school district and my boss claimed some
I am a non-union civil service employee of a BOCES in NY State. In my recent performance evaluation my manager wrote that I was seen on a certain date and time someplace other than my work place. I wa... applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I owed penalties and dues?
I worked for a court reporting agency that I later found out that I signed a non-compete clause for, even though I was told I would be working as an Independent Contractor; paying for my own supplies,... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non-compete clause validity
I work as a H1-B employee for a small to medium sized software consulting firm based out of New York. This company has a contract to provide profesisonal services to another organisation in Rockville,... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retaliation after resignation announcement
I recently resigned from a state university faculty position to accept a more desirable appointment elsewhere. Within 2 weeks of announcing my resignation (with > 3 months notice as a courtesy), my em... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

harassment
I work in a family owned business and was falsely accused of having a sexual relationship with my employer's husband. Do I have legal grounds to sue for defamation creating a hastall work inviorment, ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I recently failed probation for the Ca State.i am on UI. On appeal,employer wants letter of resignation. Will this result in payback to UI?
State of Ca. I appealed and received UI. Would I have to payback UI I have collected? applies to California · 1 answer

Termination for Inquiry of Unemployment Rights
I recently was terminated from a small mom and pop company for bringing to the work place information concerning unemployment benefits. The company is a fundraising company that works with the local s... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

NSF paychecks getting to be a habit
My employer (a lawyer) keeps issuing me bad paychecks drawn on his attorney business account. When I take my weekly paycheck to his bank to cash it (I no longer take a chance on depositing it to my ch... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Two questions regarding pay.
I have two questions regarding pay where I work. My first question is: At one point, any hourly employee working over 40 hours was paid overtime (time and a half) for any time over 40 hours. In an eff... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

company that I was enployed for just finished buy out process. New ownership has eliminated my position and offerd me a different job which I have refused. I do have a letter from previous employer that states I've been terminated. Can I qualify for unemp
Was terminanted from my privious employer because they sold it. New owners have eliminated my position and have offer me a position that is not suitable on what I was doing before, so I turned down. L... applies to California · 1 answer

Hostile work environment based on race
My sister was recently terminated from her job of 22 years. She suffers from clinically diagnosed depression, this was diagnosed 7 years ago. She transferred to a new job, where she was the only cauca... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

feeling betrayed,demotion
I was in a position for a year an 3 weeks. My employer and my new boss said i was deficient in certain aares. they agreed to update my training, I have it in writing on my eval. In Dec they said they ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Lay off due to elimination of position
I was laid off because my "position was being eliminated." However, 2 weeks after I left the company, I was told by ex-coworkers that my boss hired someone in my place to perform my same job duties (t... applies to California · 2 answers

What can I do about this?
I was working with an employer and was told it was only going to be a summer job. But recently I was told that they wanted to keep me and that they were firing another employee and they wanted to prom... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

Not paying employees
Recently resigned employment from Company I've been with for the past two years. Short facts are: Company required direct deposit for semi-monthly pay (payable on 15th & end of month, unless date fell... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Ovetime, demanded stays without overtime and sexual harrasement
Hi Mel, I have a couple of questions for you any answers would help. First, I was required by my employer to stay after the usual 8 hour work day to satisfy the owner of the company and prove that I w... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

can an employer take money out of my paycheck because a credit card declined at the bank?
can an employer take money out of my paycheck because a credit card declined at the bank? I work as a front desk clerk on a 10-99 contract, and I recently was told im getting up to 300$ taken out of m... applies to California · 1 answer

Cutting hours after not taking salary offer
My wife has worked at this resturant for 5 yrs. She started out out at $5 hr. With in less than a year she was up to $9hr due to her hard work ethic. The resturant was sold and she was hired on at $10... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

seeking damages for unsafe working enviroment
I work for a very large union. I am a maintenance worker for them. The building I help maintain is constantly in need of remodeling and repairs. None of which permits are pulled to do this extensive w... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

29 year public servant facing termination over new NYC law !
My step-father is classified as a provisional employee for New York City. He has been working there for 29 YEARS ! A recent law states all provisional employees who do not become civil service within ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Return of corporate assets: mobile employees
An employee is issued a company owned computer when hired but does not sign any form stating that the computer is a company owned asset, upon termination the employee does not return the asset, does t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Pre-Startup Question
I have been working for a pre startup company with a memo of understanding that I will be compensated for all my work if the company ever gets funded. My concern is, if this company is funded, there i... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My rights to reinstatement after leave of absence
I was off work for six months recovering from having cancer and some surrounding muscle removed from my leg I was released by my Doctor to return to work but was told they didnt have anything for me a... applies to Ohio · 3 answers

Has the statute of limitations run out?
I was with Wal-Mart retail for at least 3 years as an overnight Stocker. During that time I became stressed out from the way the manager's ran our crew. I was doing the scheduled task time for a somet... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I re-write the non-compete, non-solicit contract myself or do I need an attourney to do it?
We bought an established business which uses independent contractors to carry out our services. We want to update the non-compete and need some help on what is legal in California. We don't want it to... applies to California · 2 answers

contract
My employer petitioned my green card. I signed a 3-year contract with an offer of $30/hr(June 2004) I paid $1,000 as bond which was refunded when I arrived in the US. I paid for all my exams and my pl... applies to New York · 1 answer

Two weeks notice
I recently gave my two weeks notice, my employer told me they would let me go at the end of that week, they did not want to pay me for the holiday shut down. My question is, since I gave two weeks are... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

A lot of hours worked, overtime not Paid!!!!!!!
I work in this cleaning company and i get paid by salary plus bonuses plus overtime. My weekly regular pay is $350, bonus $180 and weekly bonus of $105.The thing is that the minimun amount of hours th... applies to New York · 1 answer

Resignation or Severance Pay
my job role/ responsibilites have recently changed for the worse, and my question is: if my employer proposes a new position within the company (lateral move), and i choose not to accept the position,... applies to Texas · 1 answer

offer rescinded due to pre-employment test. Any options?
I had an offer of employment rescinded based on the results of a pre-employment lumbosacral roentgenograph. I am asymptomatic, have no history of back trouble, and currently have done and am able to d... applies to California · 1 answer

FMLA CERTIFICATION AND ADA VIOLATION
If I'm on approved intermittent FMLA for a year due to my fibromyalgia. Can my boss require me to have my doctor fill out the FMLA paperwork each time I'm out for more than 3 days? Can they also charg... applies to New York · 1 answer

Docked pay due to use of FMLA
I am on approved intermittent FMLA due to my son's disability. Both my supervisor and HR director dislike FMLA and have made working very difficult. Since I am salaried and also exempt from receiving ... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Nexus between Arizona telecommuting to Nevada company
I reside 90% of the time in Nevada and work for a Nevada company. I would like to move back to Arizona and telecommute from Arizona to a Nevada company. Does telecommuting from Arizona to Nevada const... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Payment for unused vacation days in PA
I husband terminated his employment with his last employer in August. When he gave his resignation, he told his employer he wanted to be sure he would receive payment for his unused vacation time. His... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

commissions owed/non compete valid
i went to work for an insurance agency owned by my brother. i signed a three year non-compete contract that also spelled out my salary,commission and benefits. i left a good job in an unrelated field ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Vacation Accural--Manditory Overtime
I was hired 6 months ago as a salaried employee in AZ. I was told by the VP, the required hours per week would be anywhere from 40-50 hours a week. My personnel profile states I am required to work 40... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Implicit severance policy changed without notice after 10+ years of no changes at all.
My company recently had a RIF. I was laid off after 9 years. The company has a 10+ year history of paying a severance of 2 weeks plus 2 weeks for each year of service to anyone in my position. They ha... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

how to nullify non-compete and do i have the right?
I may be offered a job at a company that has similar clients of my current employment and I signed a non-compete. I should first state that I am not a sales person, simply the Quasimodo behind the sce... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

If employer have an intention of hiring you, and you quit your previous job, can you sue?
I was offered a job and was to start on Jan 16th. On the morning of that day, my employer assistance called and told me not to come in, but that my employer will call me later that day. NO word whatso... applies to California · 1 answer

wrongfull termination, descrimination, wage payment.
I was recently terminated for absenteeism/tardiness, this was the company's reason. My wife had major surgery and I needed to have time off to be home with the children. I had vacation time(7 days), s... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non-Compete contract in Ohio under duress?
I am concerned about a non-compete contract that I was forced into signing. I have been reading the site scrupulously and I have not found particular information from Ohio law. I have read about cases... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

what can i do if my union did not respond to my call after i was fierd
i called my union four days after i was termanated and the union rep did not contact me until it was too late. He then informed me that I had 7days to be represented and by the time he called back the... applies to California · 1 answer

Current company being purchased - have to go through re-hire
I have worked for the same company for 16 years - the company is being purchased by a larger company - we are technically promised to have a job there - each one has to go through the re-hire process.... applies to California · 2 answers

Children and contracts
My 14 year son is wanting to take a job at our condo community. He will be responsible for keeping the laundry room clean and changing the camera's VCR tape.We, the complex and I, need to know if he c... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Returned check? Can the employer make you pay if you were the one that accepted it?
My employer has recently instated a new policy on our acceptance of checks. If the employee accepts a check from a client for goods and services and they don't get a driver's license number and the ch... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Lay-off and 2 year non-compete agreement
I work for a large chemical company and signed a non-compete clause which forbids me from working for ANY other company in any business in which my current company does business/sells product for 2 ye... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Typical Length of Time at one client
I have a quick question regarding the testing for independent contractor v. Employee Status. I have reviewed the IRS 20-factor test for determining if an individual can be an independent contractor. A... applies to California · 2 answers

Lay Off and Health Insurance
My husband was laid off on Tuesday 9/14/10. His employer cancelled our health coverage within 2 days. We have not received any information yet about Cobra and he was not given any information regardin... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Can I be forced to participate in after hours social events?
My boss uses the fact that I won't participate in after hour social events (drinking at bars etc) on my annual reviews which affects my pay. What recourse do I have (if any)? applies to California · 1 answer

I was looking for a new job and my employer found out about it brought me into a public forum in the kitchen bringing every employee in to the fray about 25 to 30 employees clapping her hands she being the owner of a to restaurant operation clapping her h
This is a fine dining restaurant in Clearwater Beach Florida that was opened in 1948 owned by a family they think they're very powerful and which they are and they treat employees like hell saying the... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Legitimate Business Interest?
I work for a consulting business. Before I started working for them, I signed a noncompete saying that I would not open a competing practice within 18 months of leaving them. The reason stated on the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employee who is just picking up her check not in uniform and not on the time clock be confronted to talk to her boss on her own time, then have hours cut because the boss did not like the answer or way it went
I was picking up my paycheck on Friday Oct. 23rd. My co worker said the boss wanted to see me, she (my boss) then attempted to discipline me for something someone said I did (someone being a co worker... applies to California · 1 answer

Concialiation in a discrimination case
Hi, I recentely received a "reasonable cause letter" from the EEOC, the agency found that it is more likely than not that my employer discriminated and retaliated against me, it states the reasons for... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I have been a permatemp for 7 years, is this legal?
hi, I have been working for an appliance company in Los Angeles, CA. for 7 years. They have me filed as a temporary employee. My pay check from the company says A&S temp. Which is a company owned by t... applies to California · 1 answer

Retaliation and pregnancy discrimination, all-in-one!
I recently called HR's attention to the poor behavior of my supervisor, regarding comments she had made about pregnancy and family leave. As this would soon affect me, it was urgent to get it out ther... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have a case?
I worked for a company in Staten Island from 2002-2005 and was treated unfairly. The employer, knowingly, treated me as an independent contractor from the start to avoid in paying necessary taxes and ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Worried to be terminated I used racial harassment instead of racial discrimination.
I was a contract worker for Medical manufacturing company for 6 months. I filed a discrimination case against the company through EEOC. The Medical Company denies my allegations and denies that I was ... applies to California · 1 answer

After returning from an uprotected medical leave (not FMLA), do I have to accept a lessor position?
I've been out for 4mo. on unprotected medical leave (not FMLA) and have now been released. However, they could not hold my outside sales position. They do not have a similar position available for me ... applies to California · 1 answer

i want to file a lawsuit but dont know how what do i do
i was sexually harassed at work and it became a hostile work environment so i had to quit i went through the steps to report it but nothing was done i dont know what to do now applies to California · 3 answers

I was offered servant pay after 13 1/2 years working for Walmart will I still be able to collect from my un employment is it a good idea to sign the package
Help applies to California · 1 answer

The Union has delayed my grievance process since 4/2012 and we still have not gone to arbitration.
I have been working with my union since 3/12 the Employer has not followed the MOU or the Grievance process the union is also in process for new contract and keeps delaying arbitration even though I h... applies to California · 1 answer

i work in Rhode Island. If I get called in on my day off to give an insulin shot, does my employer have to pay me
I am a LPN. I was called in on my day off to give aninsulin shot. Does my employer have to pay me for my time? Also, can I be mandated to stay for an additional shift if the next shift calls out? applies to Rhode Island · 1 answer

the Corporation that I work for changed the classification of my position from salaried/exempt to hourly/non-exempt. Can I quit and collect unemployment? Do I have any options to fight this?
My position duties or expectations did not change. but they are changing the classification from salaried to hourly. applies to California · 1 answer

What is protected activity?
In dicrimination cases, what is the meaning of the term protected activity? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a temp agency tell me work slowed down, but tell the unemployment office that I was terminated?
I was working for a temp agency I worked at a place for 7 months for them. the recruiter called me to tell me work had slowed down and to not report to work where I was tempting. I filed for unemploym... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer request a non-smoker and scent free employee?
Can an employer request that prospective employer be a non-smoker and scent free if the position is working in an controlled enviroment (clean rooms). Or is this something that can not be asked due to... applies to California · 1 answer

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