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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

I am prn and I had an appointment to go to. My employer is asking me for a doctor's note. Being that I am prn am I obligated to bring one.
I am prn at a home health agency and I had an appointment to go to. My employer asked me to bring in a doctor's note. Am I obligated to do so. They said that I am prn but I am to work a 40hr shift. I ... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

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?
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Sign on bonus
I got a sign on bonus when I started working for my job. I was to work for two years. I worked for one year put in my two week notice and offered to stay prn and work occasionally over the next year f... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my employer require me to change my PRN status to part time if I work more than 24 hours a week?
I'm a PRN physical therapist at a nationwide workman's comp company, a year or so ago, they tried to make PRN staff take a full time or part time job status, making less per hour, if working more than... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can I still receive sign on bonus if i go from full time to prn
Im a nurse in a facility, offered $1000 sign on bonus, would going from full-time to prn prevent bonus payments applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can you get unemployment if your employer (untruly) states you were PRN an unavailable to work?
Hi..I have been working at my job for the last two years. Recently I applied for school and was accepted to attend full time. I advised my job that I would start school full time in January and asked ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Does a PRN employee need a separation notice when we no longer need them for shifts?
We have an employee who works as need PRN. no set hours or shifts. We no longer need them . Do we need to send out a separation notice? applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Can an employer change hire date to re-start benefits if I moved from f/t to prn back to f/t?
About a yr ago I was employed full time with a company. I decided to enroll in school for a position that will benefit myself and the company. The company manager was informed and agreed to maintain m... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

As part-time employee, is it mandatory that I get the minimum 20hrs?
I was hired as a PRN (as needed) speech therapist working 20-30hrs a week. I inherited a caseload so my hours were pretty consistent at first. My company told me I had to switch to part time status (w... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

Put in 2 weeks notice of job due to my health but PRN can I get unemployment?
Had put in 2 weeks notice but work PRN due to my health would I be able to apply for unemployment ? applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

FMLA discrimination?
After 3 years of being on intermittant FMLA, my employer says that I must get a separate certification for each doctor I see. I have a permanent condition that requires that I see a few doctors. This ... applies to California · 1 answer

We have 29 employees total - are we required to follow FMLA regulations?
We have 29 employees total - 14 in Ohio, 5 in PA, 1 in NJ, 1 in GA and 1 in FL and 7 Over The Road Truck Drivers What do we need to do as far as FMLA if anything - I recall there being a stipulation a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my part-time employer restrict me from also working for another employer PRN because they may wa
I work part time for my employer. I would like to work more hours, but they are unable to offer me additional hours at this time. I am a professional and prefer the type of work that I am currently do... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I signed a noncompete with my company when I was a full time employee. I then resigned. I did work a few shifts as a PRN employee over the course of the next year. I did not sign a new contract. Is my noncompete still valid?
I initially signed on as a full time physician at a local practice. When I signed on I signed a non-compete clause for a time period of one year post termination. I resigned over a year ago. However, ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can an employee deny use of FMLA? We require employees to use any accrued paid time off in conjunction with FMLA and this particular employee has 2 weeks vacation time accrued but has a vacation planned in a couple months. She's said she doesn't want to u
Employee requested time off due to a fall and injury to her ankle. Doctor has off pending appointment on 5/22. She did not request FMLA but was informed that time off qualified as FMLA. Our policy req... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

After turning in fmla forms I was told by my employer I needed to call a 3rd party why? The company has never gave us changes in writing about fmla
Our employer never gave the employees changes for fmla 3rd party. When I turned in my forms I was told now you have to call Cigna and give them your Dr name and info so they can contact your Dr to see... applies to California · 0 answers

If I work in AZ for a company based in TX, what does that mean in regards to FMLA, ADA and unemploym
I work in AZ for a private company headquartered in TX. The AZ office has 10 employees and the TX office has 55-60+ employees. 1) If FMLA applies to companies with 50 or more employees within a 75-mil... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can an employer request a light duty note for a PRN employee?
Is an employer allowed to require a no restrictions return to work note for a PRN/part time employee after personal scheduled time off? I'm having a breast augmentation and have scheduled time off wit... applies to Florida · 2 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

What types of FMLA notifications are employers responsible for.
Local HR Manger sent certified letter 4 days after not being release by company Dr stating I was out of FMLA and my job was being filled. I never received a retraction as a couple month later I reache... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

What are my options other than FMLA if there are under 15 employees where I work?
Had to have extensive surgery on my wrist and will be out of work for 6-8 weeks. We have less than 15 employees so I don't qualify for FMLA. Can they fire me or lay me off? What other options do I hav... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was terminated from my job on 4/8/16. Reason, business office no longer using PRN to staff clinics. Here's the catch. Out 9f all the medical tech 1. 8 go to all 3 offices have 80 hrs biweekly 2. At least 30 to 50 hrs of overtime 3. Drummm roll. I'm actu
Read above applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Is employer required to follow FMLA policy, require use of paid leave
My employer FMLA policy "requires employees to substitute any available accrued sick leave, accrued vacation or compensatory time (comp time) in this stated order of priority as applicable, for any un... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

From July 2014-July 2015 I had an open FMLA in which I missed a total of 2 days. I have had 2 days that were miss handled and one denied that i am still tring to get them to fix. Recently I missed a d... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Does age discrimination apply in this case?
We are three per-diem seasoned employees, ages 56-61 and are being told that we are not being called in to work (given a large amount of lack of work over the last six months)because our new manager i... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Physician Charges $15 to Complete FMLA Papers
One of our employees recently had an experience at a local surgeons office. The employee is in need of surgery and would need to be off work for 3-5 days. We provided FMLA paperwork for the employee t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

IF you have FMLA and you get sick from the flu from other employees. How should the company pay you as FMLA from your sick time or not. Our company if you take a sick day you loose a sick day. Not sure this is legal.
if you are on FMLA and you get sick from the flu from other employees, dos the company have the right not to pay you as FMLA sick time. Our company has a policy if you use a sick day you loose a sick ... applies to Illinois · 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

I am a fulltime therapist. I get only 4 hrs/day when I am supposed to work 10 hrs/day. I work Sundays well. The thing is, my boss uses 4-5 PRN therapists a week and gives them more hours than me! I only get my 10 hours when we need an Evaluating therapist
I am a fulltime therapist. I get only 4 hrs/day when I am supposed to work 10 hrs/day. I work Sundays well. The thing is, my boss uses 4-5 PRN therapists a week and gives them more hours than me! I on... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I have FMLA and I was mandated to work another 8 hour shift and I couldn't so I used my FMLA can I asked to bring in a doctor's note with my FMLA?
My FMLA states that if I have to use FMLA to leave while mandated I can do so. It's written in bold. I also was mandated 9 minutes before it my shift was done. applies to New York · 1 answer

Requirement of 50 employees for the location or whole company?
We have a total of probably over 200 employees throughout the whole company, but only 11 employees at my location, am I still eligible under the FMLA if I have been here over 12 months and worked over... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Are Contingent/PRN Employee's allowed to accrue sick time?
We have employee's who are not regularly scheduled, they only pick up the shifts they want. Are these employee's entitled to earn sick time? applies to Michigan · 0 answers

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

My supervisor contacted human resources, and applied for FMLA for me without my knowledge. Is this legal?
I was given FMLA without my permission or asking for FMLA and leave has been taken from my sick leave to cover FMLA applies to California · 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

FMLA, HOW LONG TELL HR HAS TO RESPOND
FMLA,MY WORK HAS RECIEVED MY FMLA CERT PAPERS AND HAVE NOT RESPONDED TO ME ABOUT APPROVAL FOR 2 WEEKS. HOW LONG DO THEY HAVE TO RESPOND,I'VE MADE CALLS TO THE HR PEOPLE WHO HANDLE FMLA, AND NO ONE HAS... applies to California · 1 answer

FMLA deducted hours for 40 hour disabled employees
My employer recently announced that if any employee who is diabled, and can only work a 40 hour work week, will now have their FMLA hours deducted when OVERTIME is a mandatory requirement. Basically i... applies to California · 1 answer

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

My employer is applying time in their personnel records for me as FMLA that did not qualify for my approved FMLA. What should I do?
My employer is applying hours in their personnel records towards my FMLA that was outside for my approved FMLA and not recorded as FMLA hours with Liberty Mutual. They are also stating several dates t... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

FMLA - being refused vacation time unless it is FMLA related - is this legal & what do I do?
I have FMLA for a medical issue. Whenever I have to miss work for a doctor appointment, or a sick day the company uses my vacation time. This is fine as I do not want a loss in pay. I currently have p... applies to California · 1 answer

i've been on fmla intermitent for almost a year, to reapply do i need to do 1250 hours again?
company I work for is over 300 employees and been there for over 5 years I was told by friends that since I am already under fmla intermittent, I don't need to work 1250 hours applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I do not wish to use my FMLA time but my employer is forcing me to
I work for Albetsons Inc. I am on disability for stress unrelated to work. I turned in a doctors note to notify my company as such. I am collecting State disability. My employer had me fill out a form... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer require a doctors slip for every FMLA absence?
I have an approved FMLA claim for a lifelong illness covering myself and a seperate one covering my spouse. In both cases, I was approved for one day of FMLA leave per week (totaling 2 days a week). N... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Do reporting staf misconduct in the workplace constitute whistleblowing if you were removed from job
On June 26, I received a letter stating that I was on Prn status/ and that my rate of pay dropped at my job becauseit was reported to the CEO of the company that I and several other employees reported... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

I live in new york and I work for the biggest environmental job agency. I have a serious illness so i used my fmla. Without notice they not only lowp me but they awoled me as well. Can they do that within the guidelines of my FMLA & the ada?
I was retaliated once before for using my fmla and my employer got deployed for it and now that I used my FMLA because my employer told me to use it and not only did they lwop me but they awoled as we... applies to New York · 1 answer

FMLA
Can an employer charge your time off to FMLA after you informed them you chose to use PTO? Is FMLA employee initiated? Thanks applies to Wisconsin · 2 answers

Sir: I am a military wife and health professional who accepted a PRN position at a hospital in Maryland in 2015. My immediate supervisor openly pursued and encouraged an environment of sexual inappropriateness with one of the employees. Both of them made
Sir: I am a military wife and health professional who accepted a PRN position at a hospital in Maryland in 2015. My immediate supervisor openly pursued and encouraged an environment of sexual inapprop... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

can a company force you to take FMLA if you have enough vacation time to cover your absence and do not want to be on FMLA
company is telling me that i have to use FMLA. I have plenty of paid time i can use and do not want to be on FMLA. can they do this? applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Hello, I am currently enrolled in FMLA at my place of employment for migraines. I broke my arm and went out on short term disability for over 2 months. When I returned to work I was told they took my fmla time to cover for my broken arm which is unrelated
I was approved for fmla for my migraine headaches and on an averag use a day per week. I had a fall a few months ago and broke my arm. I was out of work for almost 3 months for it and had a Dr note. W... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

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

Can I take FMLA to take care of my newborn child?
I asked my employer for the FMLA forms to take to my doctor to fill out because I plan to take 6 weeks maternity leave and 6 weeks FMLA for a total of 12 weeks. My employer stated that FMLA is only el... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Does my employer have to notify me when requesting new FMLA paperwork?
My employer notified me yesterday that my FMLA had expired for intermittent leave, therefore the current 2 days I was taking off for doctor's appointment for my FMLA condition would not be covered. Wh... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

FMLA time
I am currently on intermittent FMLA leave in order to care for my disabled son. My boss is extremely against FMLA to the point of putting a letter in my file for excessive absenteeism. Since I also ha... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I was in a car accident that left me in pain and seeking treatment. I asked for fmla and my employer required certification. I was awarded intermittent fmla for appointments and injections only. Are they allowed to specify I only receive fmla coverage of
Was receiving epideral injections for injury Couldn't always take those she in pain but not permitted to use fmla for anything other than injections or appointment applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

If someone is on their 2nd go round of FMLA and it is about to end at the end of the month. They took FMLA every week for a year and only worked the 8 hours that was mandated of them. And they leave the job for another job while still under FMLA and used
This is a friend of mine she does not have to internet. She was on FMLA for the 2nd time in 2 years for passing out and migraines and other stuff as well. She took FMLA days off to go to the interview... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Harrassment for having an FMLA
I have an approved FMLA and have been having issues such as being reassigned to another shift and recently found a derogatory statement on a dry erase board in an office I share with other Supervisors... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

how can my job (chapel hill transit tell us that we have to give 24 hour notice if we need use FMLA
i have FMLA for myself, yesterday we were called in the office (everyone with FMLA) AND THEY ASKED US TO SIGN A PAPER TELL THEM THAT WE WOULD GIVE A NOTICE IF WE HAVE TO USE FMLA, WE THATS NOT ALWAYS ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

FMLA and STD
i have been on short term disability since july 15th 2011 and i am supposed to return to my job by october 5th. If i do not return i will be terminated. But on september 26th i have to go in for surge... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

Am I being treated fairly on FMLA
I use FMLA for fibromyalgia. My limitations are such that sometimes I cannot work at all, other times I can work a few hours, etc. Three weeks ago, I went on FMLA leave to have breast reduction surger... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Is my employer required to pay residual commission while on FMLA leave?
I am compensated by a salary and residual commission. I am taking FMLA and will be returning back to work. I understand my employer is not required to pay my salary, but what about my residual commiss... applies to Washington · 1 answer

What are my FMLA rights and am I being discriminated or retaliated against for using my FMLA?
I am on FMLA with intermittent leave for one day a week and doctors appointments. Ever since starting my FMLA I have been being treated badly by co-workers. They are rude and act as if i am invisible.... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I currently have an FMLA because I have moderate-severe lupus. I have gotten it renewed for the past 6 or 7 years. It is an intermittent FMLA since I cannot and my doctor cannot predict when I will have flares. Our FMLA rep called my unit and told a cowor
The details are explained within my questions. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can employer revoke FMLA for change of doctor (not change of condition)?
On FMLA since 7/3/2019 for torn meniscus. Changed doctors because last doctor would not perform surgery without a nerve block for my back. New doctor will perform surgery on 9/17/2019. Employer says I... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

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'm on FMLA due to multiple conditions. I'm lucky if I can work 3 days for a few hours. Company requires employees to work minimum number of hours to get their insurance. If my FMLA is for less hours than required can my employer terminate my insurance wi
I'm on FMLA due to multiple conditions. I'm lucky if I can work 3 days for a few hours. Company requires employees to work minimum number of hours to get their insurance. If my FMLA is for less hours ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Discipline for FMLA related absences (later certified)
I work for the Postal Service. I've received my certifications for FMLA issues, (4 in all), only AFTER receiving discipline for unscheduled absences. (Postmaster never informed me of need to use FMLA ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I recently told my employer that I will have to have a surgery soon that will have me off of work, per dr's orders, for a min. of 4 weeks. They have asked me to sign a form that states that I understand that my job / my position may or may not be availabl
I recently told my employer that I will have to have a surgery soon that will have me off of work, per dr's orders, for a min. of 4 weeks. They have asked me to sign a form that states that I understa... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

If my company agrees to a LOA, but does not ask for certification, is it FMLA leave?
I had a medical condition which required my hospitalization. My employer is large enough to be covered by the FMLA. My employer agreed to let me take about one or two months off, but nothing was in wr... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

FMLA when paid leave is exhausted
My wife has been approved for intermittent FMLA to care for her mother who suffers from dementia and is recovering from a broken hip. The employers policy is to require paid leave to be used first for... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

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

getting fired while on FMLA
My husband is on FMLA and we recently found out that his employer is reviewing his record and considering firing him because of abcenses. Can he legally be fired for taking days off when he is sick wh... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I have no need for FMLA, I was sick for 2 days, have Doctor's note for the two days missed. However my employer is telling me that I must submit an FMLA claim or else face disaplinary action, it's as if they are forcing me to use FMLA in manner that is in
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Can my employer deduct from my KINCARE and FMLA annual allotment for the SAME absence?
I requested to use FMLA for my absence and FMLA protection was approved. Yet my employer is deducting from my KINCARE "and" FMLA annual allotment for the same absence, telling me KINCARE and FMLA run ... applies to California · 0 answers

My FMLA has been exhausted. I'm still out waiting surgery. Can I renew an FMLA and if so would the 12 weeks be renewed as well? If not is it because I'm still out on injury?
I've been out for a couple months. I was out last year for the same disability. My employer is not accommodating me for my disability as they have done in the past so now I've exhausted my FMLA leave.... applies to California · 0 answers

fmla question
can i take 12 weeks of fmla for complications of pregnancy and then an additional 12 weeks of fmla for the care of my child? Since these are two seperate conditions? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I live in NY and have intermittent FMLA my employer just recently advised me after using two days that I could not take them unpaid and had to use all of my PTO first. It is a large office, and others with FMLA are not given the same terms. This was never
I have had FMLA since May of 2016 and this is the first time I was told I had to use my paid time off for it. applies to New York · 1 answer

Massachusetts employment on FMLA and ADA. Do I have any legal action?
Hi - I live and work in Massachusetts. I’m on FMLA and my Doc also filled out ADA paperwork for my employer. My employer has over 50k employees globally. I have worked for this company for three yea... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

i have been on fmla for 2 years and my company was just recently taken over by andersen windows and so they have denied my ongoing fmla cause i havent worked for them for a year. Is there anyway to get my fmla grand fathered in since its been ongoing for
i want my fmla to roll over this isn't fair i didnt choose for them to take over. I was with my previous company many years and its not fair to my kids they have to lose time with me because they deni... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Is fmla legal if an employer send an employee an expired fmla notice and never logged it in the payroll system that the employee is being put on fmla and employee goes from being active to terminated. Does that qualify as a legal fmla?
I got terminated while out on approved workers compensations. I received an expired fmla notice from my employer stating that I was put on fmla starting the fate I was injured. I was later terminated ... applies to District of Columbia · 0 answers

I had surgery and was off work on short term disability. My doctor did not release me due to complications. My employer never offered me FMLA until the doctor did not release me, now they are trying to backdate. Is this allowed?
FMLA was never offered, I was always told not enough employees and now they initiated it and want to backdate to surgery release date applies to Ohio · 0 answers

can you be wrote up for call offs if they fall under the fmla
i called off with stomach pains went to the hospital was admitted for four days. then i had surgery and was off for 4 weeks came back got the flu and ended up off again all under fmla i had to call of... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Do you have to disclose your diagnosis for FMLA?
Since the question is not outrightly asked on the Pa FMLA form,is your employer permitted to ask why you are filing for FMLA, and do you have to answer? Additionally, is your FMLA diagnosis covered un... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

FMLA violation - return to work to "detail"- not same duties/responsibility
I am an OHR Division Chief supervising 10 staff. I was out on approved FMLA leave. Upon my return, I was notified that I was being "detailed" to a new assignment for one year. The duties, responsibili... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I'm on fmla right now and i'm on a hour restriction for 2 weeks per my doctor....I have missed 2 full days of work and called in saying I was using fmla days can they terminate me if i'm on a doctor's note and called in to work using my fmla?
I had surgery on july 1st and am not able to work my full shift yet the Dr. has me on an hour restriction of 6hrs a day for 2wks my 2wks isn't up till September 13th,2016......I have 10 days left of f... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have put in for fmla due to my own serious condition sept 3 2015 I received the papers me immediately brought them to my dr during the time the dr secretary misplaced the fmla papers and I had to resubmit them to them when I do that the papers were inco
I am up for removal because of the days that I called out fmla and the doctor filled out paper work wrong twice but the third time it was correct my fmla was approved but it only started from the day ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

My husband was informed yesterday his FMLA was exhausted in October. His work has a point system and he has missed work for his FMLA. Is HR responsible for notifying him of it expiring?
My husband has FMLA for our daughter with some mental health issues. He misses on general about 1-2 days a week due to this. He was notified 12/11/2019 his FMLA exhausted in October 2019. His work has... applies to Utah · 0 answers

My employer is denying me FMLA for my baby
I took FMLA for the birth of my son. In May 2007 (5 months pregnant) I was put on bedrest due to having preterm labor. I was off on FMLA from May 14 until October 8th 2007. Around August 1st I recieve... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am an approved user of FMLA since November 2015 - I had a mental break at work and informed my boss that I had to leave under FMLA - now she is charging me with an AWOL day and that will lead to a letter of discipline in my file - can she do this.
My Boss is attempting to force me to mark a day as being AWOL on my federal time sheet when I clearly told her I was going to have to leave under FMLA - I went to see my union Rep - and they also sent... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

FMLA issues
My wife was on FMLA leave and was set to come back. She called before her leave was over and was told her job was no longer available. The only thing she could come back to was something in a differen... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

A co worker of mine told me today she overheard 3 managers discussing my FMLA and a Dr's note on the floor today, loud enough that my co worker now knows I'm on FMLA
I was off work today I am on FMLA for intermittent use due to back problems associated with neurological problems. My co worker txt me today and said "I heard your name, fmla and something about a Dr'... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Can I get FMLA for my three month old son?
My one year at my job is coming up in March so my eligibility for FMLA is up.I had my now three month old son in November so I wasn't eligible for fmla. Now that my one year is coming up can I still a... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can I be fired after coming back from a FMLA and the boss say things that are not true?
I recently came back from a FMLA and my third week back I was called into the office with two other employees. I carpool with one employee and three hours before the shift was over he was asked to sta... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Requested FMLA-am I on it?
I requested FMLA verbally upon emergency hospitalization. I assume it was granted. However i did not receive any paperwork from employer indicating I was granted FMLA or what my rights and responsibil... applies to California · 1 answer

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 FMLA be used retroactively???
I work with 2 individuals who were on the verge of being terminated due to the company's attendance policy. One individual just had their FMLA approved by their Dr. within the last two weeks,however h... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

I am going out on FMLA and just found out they will be closing the branch store I was in and laying everyone off. CAn I be laid off while on FMLA or short term diability
I will going on FMLA for surgery and possibly short term disability depending on surgery and found out that the company will be closing our stores in Salt Lake while I am gone, Can I be laid off while... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Can an employer adjust your date of employment after taking FMLA?
I requested 4 weeks FMLA from my employer and they approved it after I completed the Federal Medical Certification form but they also required me to spend 4 weeks accrued vacation time. So I was force... applies to California · 1 answer

Does my employer have to make me aware of fmla?
I recently had knee surgery and have now been off work for 8 weeks. My doctor recently reported that I should be off for 6 more weeks. My employer is not very happy and just informed me today that my ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 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

Is sick leave the same as FMLA?
I was out sick for 5 days with Flu and Strep Throat. My employee benefits include short term disablity benefits with full pay. My employer sent FMLA forms home for me to fill out. They indicated I has... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a deadline be imposed on my FMLA decision?
As I was considering whether to go on FMLA leave, my public [state] employer (through my direct supervisor) stated to me, in a face to face meeting, that I had exactly 20 mins right then to decide whe... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is a Change of Position while on FMLA legal if it changes benefits?
My employer changed my position while I was actively on FMLA (did not wait until I returned) and as a result, my benefits changed. I am on FMLA for a spinal issue, but my anxiety is making it impossib... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I have an fmla for my own for intermittent leave serious health condition, then I aquired a work related injury workman comp authorized surgery and am off work for 6-8 weeks, beings how it's a work related injury, my company is still requiring me to take
How many fmla can you have?if more than does that mean you get 24 weeks of fmla for 2 fmlas? And if it's a covered work comp injury does your employer have the right to make you fill out fmla for job ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

disciplinary actions on FMLA covered days
I have been covered under FMLA since June of 2003. I submitted my paperwork for the next year today. My supervisor has written me up once with a notice of necessity to improve my attendance. Even afte... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Intermittant FMLA
Is my employer supposed to give me FMLA paperwork if I inform them that I have been diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? They are also aware of my son's ADHD and are reprimanding me for my a... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I be changed with AWOL while under FMLA?
GS employee working for DOA who was on FMLA. The Agency changed my FMLA to four days AWOL. Is that legal? applies to Texas · 0 answers

12 month period for FMLA
Regarding FMLA, how is the 12 month period determined? Is it from the date that you first began FMLA, or might it be on a calendar year basis? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my supervisor or my HR department deny my FMLA certification?
I have had FMLA certification for the past 3 years and now my supervisor is giving me a hard time when I have to take FMLA for chronic migraines. Yesterday when I handed in my new certification- she t... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

I have had intermittent FMLA for about 2 yrs now for back, neck, & knee do to an auto accident. I also had thyroid cancer and had surgery for that on 12/01/2016. Which both were approved in Feb. & March 2017 by my HR dept. I have never abused my FMLA howe
Can my HR manager make me go get FMLA recertification forms filled out by both doctors? I was under the impression & so we're they that I had 6 months to 1yr before I would need to recertify being tha... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I returned to work with restrictions from my a doctor. My caseworker for my STD/FMLA claim said I had been approved to work under those restrictions. From the very first date of return my manager began asking and telling me to do something that was prohib
STD/FMLA. FMLA has not yet been exhausted. applies to Texas · 0 answers

my employer put me on flma while on comp to ensure i didnt get my bonus it legal??
employer put me on fmla while I on workmans comp. we get a yearly bonus every full time employees even those on maternity leave etc.,. my management put me on fmla without my consent to ensure I was i... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

My employer refused to let me go to a post sergical dr. Visit. I was out of work for 6months due to spine surgery/ LTD. I went to the dr. Appt. anyway and the dr. Kept me out 2 weeks due to a flare up i was experiencing. I have FMLA pending and I was plac
I had only been back to work 4 days when the above happened. Can I be fired or disciplined? I believe they violated FMLA law by threatening me when I requested FMLA. applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can my employer take away accrued sick time?
My employer is global but based out of the USA. I work in Nevada. We accrue paid sick time. Sick time is NOT frontloaded. I accure 4 hrs per month. On my last pay stub of 2018 it showed I had accrued ... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

What is my protection under FMLA?
I am on FMLA with intermittent leave for one day a week and doctors appointments. Ever since starting my FMLA I have been being treated badly by co-workers. They are rude and act as if i am invisible.... applies to Texas · 0 answers

How long do I have to work after returning from Maternity based FMLA/STD?
I live in Ohio and I have worked for this company for 2 years. This is a large company with 1000's of employees. The company pays the monthly premiums for STD/LTD through a 3rd party (liberty mutual).... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My doctor just told me that she would sign the paperwork for FMLA for my anxiety, but my workplace says I have to have worked there a year to be eligible for FMLA. Is there any other thing I can do to be eligible for FMLA?
My workplace causes a lot of anxiety and it stops me sometimes from doing my job, so either I call in or just get sick. I talked to my doctor, she said she would sign the paperwork for FMLA, and I jus... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

I have FMLA for my youngest son who is permanently disabled. In the past I have had to use it quite often to the point where I have no time left...however...I checked my account w8th the company that manages our FMLA and noticed there were changes made to
I have FMLA for my youngest son who is permanently disabled. In the past I have had to use it quite often to the point where I have no time left...however...I checked my account w8th the company that ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

I'm on fmla for back surgery and a blood clot . Can my employer take my commisions away from me ? I have surrenders my vacation and personal time to the company when I went on fmla I'm recieving a short term disability check from FMLA . They will not pay
I'm on FMLA from back surgery in August . I live in Colorado the company used my vacation and personal time I understand that part. But the company is taking my commisions and I was told by my HR pers... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

FMLA Issue regarding Attendence.
I requested Intermittent FMLA for a life long medical issue I have back in September, 6 2009. I found out just 3 days ago, July 22, 2010 that my original request for FMLA was denied. The reason giving... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

For Intermittent FMLA - can your employer make you take your PTO time?
I have been approved for up to 3 days a month for intermittent FMLA. My employer has been making me use PTO/Vacation Days when I am out. I thought FMLA was an unpaid day (if needed) to secure your pos... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

FMLA-Discrimination/HArassment
I work for the largest bank in the world. I am currently on FMLA with my newborn daughter. My employer is calling me on leave wanting to conuct formal performance evaluation stating that if I wish to ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am my grandfather primary caregiver
my grandfather has Alzheimer's and dementia and he is also a tube feeder I am a nurse I Have been trained also by his internist office to give him his feeding last year I had FMLA for my grandfather h... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was at a company for 3 1/2 years was out on FMLA due to several issues ,my cpany have a leave company that we reported to ,I was told to always go by the FMLA that leave company showed,I was denied 7 days and appealed them,because I had paper trail show
Fired ,while out on FMLA ,due to paperwork showing I had time applies to Texas · 0 answers

FMLA entitlement hours ended?
I was told by the insurance company that I only had 95 hours remaining on FMLA entitlement, I will be having surgery and may be out for at least 30 days, am I no longer protected if my FMLA entitlemen... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I have an employee who is pregnant and will be giving birth in a few months. She turned in her FMLA paperwork today, and I'm not sure if I should make her actively on FMLA at this point or wait until she gives birth.
I have an employee who is about 4 months pregnant, but wanted to get her FMLA paperwork filled out ahead of time so she has everything completed when it is time to give birth. Should I put her on FMLA... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I just want to renew my FMLA leave for the year and was denied because I exhausted my hours
I just want to renew my FMLA leave for the year and was denied because I exhausted my hours by 40 for the previous year.. I was unaware that I had gone over them as I thought I was still earning back ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Fmla violation?
Hello. I have an ADA confirmed disability that I have asked my employer for the last 2 years to accommodate, until recently they would not. Since my employer never gave me the option of an accommodati... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

employer contacting employee's doctor
after submitting FMLA paperwork my doctor was contacted by a doctor for clarification, this doctor asked for stipulations that my doctor see me with each fmla absence misleading him to think it was ne... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

I was put on FMLA by my employer because she thought my Dr had arranged that, never did. My Dr only put me out for a couple of weeks. Even had a return date, but my employer let me go and had me sign a hand written paper a week before my FMLA even ran out
Was put on FMLA by employer because she overlooked the part that stated by my Dr, I can still do my duties. Employer never read that and misplaced my return date if 2 weeks. I was let go because my FM... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

FMLA LWOP meant reduction in performance award
I am a federal government employee who invoked FMLA rights to care for terminally ill mother. I was given only 80% of a performance bonus because of my LWOP for FMLA. I have a formal grievance being i... applies to North Carolina · 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

Can an employer force you into a negative PTO balance without your permission and during FMLA?
I work for a major health system. I recently had to take unexpected FMLA for a week prior to a scheduled vacation. I was off on FMLA for 1 week and returned to work for 1 days prior to my vacation. I ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

My employer lost my fmla paperwork then fired me have copy form Dr and appointment summary stating my appointment was for fmla. What should I do
I have crohns disease my employer lost fmla paperwork I had brought from Dr then they fired me I have gotten copies from Dr and original summary of appointment saying that fmla paperwork was reason fo... applies to Ohio · 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

Asked for FMLA, told to just take time off, then disciplined
I informed my supervisor that my child, who had just had surgery,was going to need two more surgeries. Not being well informed at that time about FMLA rules, I asked my supervisor if I should go on FM... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

When does the FMLA actually start
If I requested intermmitten FMLA and do not take the time nor return the form in until months later can they still doc my FMLA for days missed in between the time I requested the form and the time I t... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Do we have to allow intermitten FMLA for birth of a child?
I realize in general the answer is no, however, we allowed it in one case at a different location. Now an employee wants to take 8 weeks after the baby is born and use FMLA for well-baby checks, etc a... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

can an employer hold FMLA intermittent leave against someone for a perfect attendance program, even when they have received it previously?
My employer has a "perfect attendance" program of no unscheduled absences. For several years I have met the requirements even though I have FMLA as they said it was exempt. This year they denied me th... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What Penalties and Remedies are the State of Alaska as an employer face when violating FMLA'
I was told by my Supervisor that the State of Alaska was 4 months late in informing me of FMLA of which at that time I had to fill out some FMLA Paperwork to get it started. What are my rights in this... applies to Alaska · 0 answers

My company is now stating that employees MUST use ALL of their PTO time before FMLA will start. In past an employee was able to use their PTO to
Thanks applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I use vacation and personal time that is unrelated to my FMLA within the same 12 month period?
Hello. I have about 3 months vacation time saved up and 4 months sick time. I plan to take 12 weeks FMLA leave at the end of this year. I want to take a vacation this spring and have more than enough ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Unfair fmla treatment?
tell me that he has permanently replaced me and will have to find a place for me when I return from fmla. He mentioned a position lower than my current one. My twelve weeks are not up and my location/... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

fmla
If my fmla time is not enough top cover the rest of my medical leave can I lose my job. applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Will FMLA negatively affect my retirement?
I have worked in a Pennsylvania public school district for 21 years and need to use FMLA to get a revision for a total hip replacement that has worn out and is metal on metal. My district is completel... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Is it legal to demote employee without notice when FMLA has expired?
I was in an auto accident and was put on leave by my doctor because I could not perform my regular duties. As FMLA came close to expiring I was not informed at all, but received a letter from HR three... applies to California · 1 answer

Do i have have to renew my fmla every year in the state of Kentucky
My husband signed up for FMLA and was approved. I am his care taker i also signed up and was approved. Do we need to renew FMLA every year? Or is it a one time thing for as long as you are working for... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

I recently took 12 weeks of FMLA, my employer called me and said that I needed to return my things that I had self terminated. My FMLA was not over with at this time. I spoke to an attorney who wrote a letter that I presented to my employer. The company's
I recently took 12 weeks of FMLA, my employer called me and said that I needed to return my things that I had self terminated. My FMLA was not over with at this time. I spoke to an attorney who wrote ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can my FMLA be disclosed on my performance review?
I have worked for a company for the last 5 years with excellent reviews. I have always had very good performance reviews. This past year, my performance review was good also. THe only thing that bothe... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Does a company have to warn you when your FMLA is about to expire,so you don't lose your job
A person was fired for using all of their FMLA days applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Can I be fired (without notification) while on maternity leave?
I had my son 8/24/12, I was not due until 9/15/12. I had sent in all required FMLA paperwork, even had my Mother fax it to ensure it was there a monthy ahead of due date. While I was off I recieve a l... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I have had an approved FMLA leave since 2013 due to a critical illness. This leave has and is currently in effect. My issue is that my FMLA paper work from my Dr. states that I am to work a 40 hr. week, M-F 8 AM-5PM EST. I have consistently worked this sc
Can my company actually force me to work a different schedule from what is and been stated and approved in my approved FMLA claim since 2014? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Am I in violation of the fmla law
I'm a sworn peace officer and injured my left hand. I'm currently on fmla but had some unfinished administrative work that needed to be completed. I went to my job on my time to get the work done. I d... applies to New York · 1 answer

I'm the LOA focal/disability manager at Boeing Satellite Systems.
We at Boeing Satellite Systems (BSS) are asking for opinions/solutions to a dilemma that has arisen. The issue: Boeing's Corporate physician is hesitant to allow BSS in El Segundo, CA, to continue mai... applies to California · 1 answer

Follow up visits covered under FMLA ?
In August I had surgery and was off work for 4 weeks to have a hernia repaired and two benign growths removed from my abdomen. I developed infection at one of the sites, which required several follow ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

What are my options for pursuing legal action against my employer for FMLA violaction?
I am a field researcher for a commercial real estate database company. I live in Tennessee and we work on the road most of the time in new markets out of state. It is a private company with over 100 e... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I put in for a request for FMLA time after I was denied workman's comp. What happens if my employer never gets back to me about the FMLA request within the 5 business days?
Injured on 2/6/15 Workman's comp denied on 2/12/15 Requested FMLA on 2/23/15 applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my job terminate me after using my baby bond time and not provide any FMLA policy forms?
Possible wrongful termination FMLA rights applies to California · 0 answers

Every sense I started fmla I have been treated differently at work
Like been called in office to get wrote up few time. Never been in trouble 2 years before fmla applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Disagreement between HR and Doctor on definition of work week
I am trying to resolve a disagreement between HR and my doctor on how a "rolling work week" applies to my defined "regular work schedule." 1) The Eligibility paperwork That I signed for granting my in... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

How much detail is needed about health condition for FMLA?
Requested block FMLA. Doctor wrote that a prescription was given and listed what job functions I was unable to perform but did not include a list of symptoms or a diagnosis. Employer denied the FMLA s... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

I have Fmla because I assist my mother to all her doctors visits her doctor fill out my Flma paper twice last week she told me this will be the last time she fills out my fmla papers because im not her patient but my mother is and told me I need to let my
My mother's doctor told me that this was the last time filling out my fmla forms because I'm not her patient my mother is and I explain to her that yes the form is for me but the fmla forms is about h... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I am a school employee. I have had fmla for 5 years for my 2 boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This year I have fmla for them, my daughter that has asthma and my self for anxiety. Hr told me that my job is in jeopardy because of excessive absences. A
I am a school employee. I have had fmla for 5 years for my 2 boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This year I have fmla for them, my daughter that has asthma and my self for anxiety. Hr told me that... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Does the employer have to notify the employee that they are eligible for FMLA
I was having a lot of medical problems. I did not know anything about FMLA. I talked to human resources about what I could do, and they said nothing just reprimanded me for the time that I was absent.... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Can an empoyer change your work schedule when you have FMLA?
I was hired to work 6 12 hour shifts and one 8 hour shift for 80 hours a payperiod. I got FMLA after 14 months of employment. which allows use for one 12 hours of fmla a week which I do not do. Now My... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I am on FMLA and have been accused of abusing FMLA for vacations and personal use by my supervisor
Hello, I have been on intermediate fmla since May of this year for my knee when I have flare ups that require me to miss work. I recently have had more flare ups than usual and was called into a meeti... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

fired due to violation of FMLA
I was fired from my job of 14 years. They said I violated my FMLA leave. I have it for headaches. I called into work one morning and 7 hours later I felt better. I went to the bank and store. They had... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

fmla question
I have fmla for myself and my doctor stated on there its good for one year but my employer is having me doing it before the year is up due to that their policy the beginning of every jan they are redo... applies to California · 1 answer

My Employer in Violation of FMLA Laws?
I have a chronic condition in which I was approved for intermittent FMLA leave for time off for doctor appointments, physical therapy and time off in the condition is exasperated. My physician wrote t... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

After FMLA
I was out on FMLA for 5 weeks. The second day I was back my manager with HR person told me that while I was out my work was gone (there were 3 people working on the project each doing specific part). ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I work for Publix in Florida, I'm going on FMLA for knee surgery, can they make me take my sick days and vacation time for my FMLA to kick in
Need to know if it's a law, or up to the company applies to Florida · 1 answer

On Intermittent FMLA leave and written up for an absence.
My husband is on an intermittent FMLA leave to care for his terminally ill father. He has had the FMLA approved for a month, and used his first day on monday. His boss told him he needs to provide pro... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can my employer deny FMLA because I was out for less than 14 days?
I had my doctors fill out two separate FMLA forms on two unrelated medical conditions. My work as denied the FMLA due to it being less than 14 days. This happened in October 2016, and Jan 2017. I rece... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Questionable new requirement from employer for hourly reporting while on intermittent FMLA?
I am on intermittent FMLA indefinitely due to my medical condition. I work from home (accommodated by my employer) due to my condition. I am a salaried employee. Over the past 9 months of working from... applies to California · 0 answers

I have intermittent FMLA to care for my mother with progressive MS, my family also planned a vacation with my mother that was approved before the FMLA (before she gets any worse, we wanted to have good memories). My company required I use all my paid time
The vacation was approved prior to FMLA. I would of taken unpaid leave but it was required to use paid leave which depleted time saved for vacation in question. I am willing to use vacation as unpaid ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Disciplined for FMLA excuse
I am currently on approved intermittent FMLA leave for an immediate family member. My immediate supervisor is very much against any leave of any sort. Since I am a salaried employee who is not eligibl... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I asked my employer for FMLA papers I had asked him 3 times finally I got them 3 days before my surgery so I had to miss work get FMLA papers to the doctor on a Thursday because he was out on the Friday had surgery on Monday he turn my FMLA papers in a da
I really didn't have 30 days but as soon as I found out I had to have surgery I asked for FMLA papers the office kept saying they were so busy they couldn't get them ready finally I got them the Thurs... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can I be laid off while on FMLA?
I have been on FMLA for 5 weeks. I received a phone call telling me I was being laid off due to work force reduction I had an off work slip to 1/16/18, the same day as Dr appointment. Dr send a revise... applies to California · 0 answers

Can an employee have more than one active FMLA at one time?
Years ago at a company I worked for our corporate labor law attorney said that an employee can have only ONE active FMLA at a time. For example: if she had one for herself, then that one had to be exh... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Is a position change while on FMLA legal if it changes benefits?
My employer changed my position while I was actively on FMLA (did not wait until I returned) and as a result, my benefits changed. I am on FMLA for a spinal issue, but my anxiety is making it impossib... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

my fmla for disabled mom was 7/2016-7/2017 was injured in july 2016 on the job returned to work april 2017 tried to use fmla may 2016 is was revoked I want to appeal that usps should have made some sort of arraingements want to have my tacs report changed
usps employee out on owcp covered by fmla for my disabled mom from 7/2016 thru7/2017 after returning from my injury 4/2017 found out that my fmla was not covered any longer may 2017 because I don't ha... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be demoted after a FMLA absence?
I have been on intermittent FMLA for 18 months due to chronic staph infections. I recently missed 1 hour of work due to issues with a staph infection. Within 30 minutes of my return to work I was demo... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

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

Do you accrue fmla time like you would vacation or sick time? Or is it 12 weeks available at once?
I have been on fmla due to my son having leukemia for a year now. I went over the 12 weeks allotted the first year. Now the second year was supposed to start over on November 11th which is my hire dat... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

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

Is it legal for my FMLA to state that I applied for FMLA but the employer really did
I missed 6 days of work (not consecutive days) and received a notice stating that I had applied for FMLA on Nov 19,2018 but I didn't, that is one of the days I was out for illness. I have provided 4 d... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

i was fired 13 days before my fmla was to start is this legal
I was fired due to too many sick days in 2010. I had stayed in close contact with management. I was diagnosed with several critical things and was truly sick in 2010 just wanting to know if its leagl ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

If an employee has been put on bed rest because of impending childbirth, does FMLA leave start at that time? And since the leave will be beyond the 12 weeks of FMLA, what are the employers rights? This is in California.
Employee has a due date of April 2016, and her doctor has put her on bed rest as of 12/30/2015, does the employer have to keep the job available for the employee under the FMLA rules? applies to California · 0 answers

Is my boss taking my FMLA illegally?
If I am injured at work and I am on workmans comp, my employer says he can exhaust all my FMLA for the year if I am off for 3 months,wheather I like it or not! Is he correct or is he just bulling me a... applies to California · 1 answer

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

No information on my fmla time before they "vollentarily" resigned me
I was never informed how my company calculated my fmla leave until now when I had to take it due to a bulging disc and a tumor in my head. They tried to tell me I vollentarily resigned because I was n... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Do i have to use up all my sick & vacation time before I can use FMLA time?
I will be caring for my elderly mother after she has surgery at the end of the month. I was told at my workplace that I MUST use all my sick time and all my vacation time before I can use any FMLA hou... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

STD/FMLA situation. refused to accommodate and FMLA lapsed. ODJS D/c without just cause.
I had a massive blood clot in right leg and was on STD/FMLA. My lovely boss would not agree to hold my RN educator job (desk)so my physician cleared me to return to work. I was using cane. Restriction... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

One of our employees had a stroke mid-October and has yet to be cleared by his Dr to return to work. He has exhausted his FMLA leave. Does ADA kick in at this point even though he hasn't been cleared by Dr to return to work?
One of our employees had a stroke mid-October and has yet to be cleared by his Dr to return to work. He has exhausted his FMLA leave. Does ADA kick in at this point even though he hasn't been cleared ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can an employer expect you to get FMLA approval from a third party?
Can an employer force you to get approval for intermitent FMLA from a third party administrator on a day to day basis? In other words the third party admin. must approve each day of FMLA. applies to New York · 0 answers

The FMLA provides longer service employees of larger employers the right to take up to 12 weeks from work without losing their job. Is that 12 weeks a year or 12 weeks for the rest of your life????
For different personal health issues... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

South Carolina. Do I qualify for unemployment benefits if I cannot work for my employer for a period of 6 weeks because of Carpal Tunnel surgery. My employer doesn't have FMLA and isn't firing me but isn't paying me.
I have had elective surgery for Carpal Tunnel syndrome (although I probably could not continue to do my job unless I had it) in South Carolina. My employer does not offer FMLA (less than 50 employees)... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

I had FMLA for a year I followed procedure which is to state FMLA when calling in for your shift. Our manager at the time did not put my call ins in the computer properly. Now we have a new manager who is attempted to put me in discipline for my attendanc
I used 8 FMLA days in the year we are allowed 6 sick call but since they were put in the system wrong our new manager is counting all 8 as sick days and threatening disciplinary action the very next t... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I recently found out that all of my former coworkers received severance packages when our jobs were eliminated except me. I had just returned from FMLA that very day and they told me I could go ahead and file unemployment early because my job was being el
I was a full time employee of company for 18+ years. I had just returned from FMLA and was told I could go ahead and file unemployment the day I returned because my job was being eliminated (along wit... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can i be demoted due to me not being able to work certain days out the week because having a newborn baby? Or can an employer give an employee my position after coming back from maternity leave?
Im an assistant manager at a small office of less than 50 employees. Im not sure on how maternity leave work and neither does my general manager knows when i ask him. From my understanding is that if ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My son has been suffering from anxiety & depression ever since my husband passed suddenly. My son is 25 yrs old turning 26 in April. He had worked for PC Richards for 6 years. The anxiety has gotten very bad so he went out on FMLA in December thinking wit
Should he have been put on FMLA at first or the short term disability through liberty mutual or now that his medical insurance expired because FMLA ran out can he be put on the short term disability n... applies to New York · 0 answers

FMLA return
I have been employeed with my company for 8 years now. I took a leave of absence 12/09 . My return to work date was 030110. When I return I was informed that the attendance policy had change 0101109. ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my employer give my job away while I'm on FMLA?
Is it legal for an employer to demote an employee who is on an FMLA-covered short-term-disability? applies to Oregon · 1 answer

If married and employed at the same employer, how does this effect FMLA ?
My employer tells me that we are only entitled to half the the FMLA leave each because of our marital status. applies to Colorado · 0 answers

If I am using intermittent FMLA to care for my son, can my boss refuse to let me take a pre-approved personal day which was approved before I needed to use FMLA?
applies to New York · 1 answer

Employers 3 day or prior notice FMLA Policy. Is it legal?
I recently left work early, without notifying my supervisor, due to work related stress caused by harassment I get due to a disfigurement. The harassment takes place at work and is done by my coworker... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

Father on maternity leave
I work at a small company that only employs about 30 people. Is there a law that covers a father for taking time off to be with his wife and new born child? I was told that we don't fall under the FML... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

while on FMLA Intermitent, employer quit paying me and told me 'no work for you on non-fmla days'
As a manager, my co-manager was actively trying to replace me after I announced that I had cancer. He told me that I would cost the company too much money, even if I died. He started interviewing peop... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

What is the average award against an employer for an FMLA related wrongful dismissal case in the USA
I am doing research for my employer which administers FMLA for other employers. applies to Oregon · 0 answers

my employer never gave me fmla info or paperwork when I gave notice of leave. FMLA was never mentioned. Is there liability there?
Details or too long to explain. applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can a store manager refuse my FMLA?
I work for Wal-Mart in Portage, WI. My doctor filled out my FMLA and I turned it in. The store manager told me that the way the doctor worded it that she didn't have a position for me. She gave the FM... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

While on FMLA and short tem disability, can I be laid off?
I am a Union member that within our contract we have a 45 day period starting the day we are notified of the lay offs, instead of being laid off the same day. I was wondering if while on short term di... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Discrimination, retaliation for FMLA or harrassment?
Is this discrimination,retaliation for using FMLA or harrassment? I have several medical conditions that cause me to miss work on an intermittant basis. I have been employed with a local government ag... applies to Nebraska · 1 answer

Husband wrongfully denied FMLA due to wife's pregnancy?
My husband was on FMLA due to me being pregnant with our son. The first set of FMLA certification was filled out on April 15th and it was approved. He used FMLA whenever we had a doctors appointment. ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Does the time I have used on FMLA HAVE to be made up?
I am diabetic and have used some FMLA for days when my diabetes has flared,and I am being told that I have to make that time up. Do I ? applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

within rights of FMLA
can a employer fire you if you took fmla for maternity leave. while on leave you go out of state on vacation. can that get you fired? applies to Texas · 1 answer

I have a doctor's prescription since 7/2/10 to be off of work due to Pneumonia
I have been under my doctor's care since then and have gotten continued prescriptions to stay out of work due to continued pneumonia. I am a full time nurse, now going into third week out of work, my ... applies to California · 1 answer

Hello My FMLA for family member's serious health condition ends and my employer has scheduled a meeting for a layoff what should I do before attending the meeting
First, I had an FMLA for continuous leave approved and the second FMLA was approved for a reduced scheduled leave by the insurance company. However, my employer refused reinstatement for reduced sched... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

maternity leave info needed for ohio and michigan
i have been on intermintent fmla (reduced hours due to complications with pregnancy) for almost two months. i am due october 24th. what happens if i use up my fmla weeks before i can go back to work? ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Does a doctor have a duty to return an FMLA form?
Employer(Casino) and Employee (the Lady) subject to FMLA. Casino gives form FMLA certification to Lady for delivery to Doctor. Lady delivers same. Doctor does nothing with the form certification, alth... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can my employer assume or accuse that I am abusing my FMLA?
I take my FMLA on an intermittent basis. I take it when I need it but I don't pay much attention to what specific days I take it. I basically got accused of using it in a pattern. Can my employer do t... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

FMLA employer responsibilities
Is it unlawful for a public agency employer to deny FMLA rights,? applies to Montana · 0 answers

FMLA and children
When your child is over the age of 18, can a parent still qualify for FMLA if the child has a serious health condition? Thank You~ applies to California · 1 answer

Fmla leave of absence
I had requested time off and under fmla leave for surgery . I gave notice to HR representative and then I was brought into manager office and was told I couldn’t take the time off then and had to re... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Did my supervisor violate my privacy under Hipaa and FMLA?
In confidence I shared my medical condition with my manager who in turn googled this and told co-workers based on her "research" I was capable of working - no testing was available to diagnosis. My FM... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

CAN MY JOB FIRED ME WHILE UNDER FMLA ORDERS?
I appiled for Fmla 3yrs ago (for my mom who has stage 3 cervical cancer). Every since then I have been called in the office by my store manger about my days that I have missed. I have been harassed si... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Will I qualify for FMLA if I go out on Maternity Leave 3-weeks prior to my 12-month anniversary date
I began working for my current employer on February 23, 2011. I just found out I was pregnant and my due date is February 1, 2012. This is 23-days prior to the 12-month requirement for FMLA eligibilit... applies to New York · 0 answers

FMLA HARASSMENT?
On Friday, August 7th, I had a conversation with my immediate supervisor regarding FMLA. There were going to be several people gone from the office on Monday, Aug 10th. . This was going to be a busy d... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

FMLA Rules Unclear...
Every few months my employer comes up with new rules re: my intermittent FMLA and I have no clue if the rules are baseless or legit. The latest hidden rule I was told is if I call in and say I'm not f... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

FMLA Violation - release of medical records request
My employer asked me to sign a release of medical records authorization form. They said until I signed the release, my FMLA would be denied. I've had FMLA intermittent since Jan. 08. My doctors have s... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Forced to use FMLA?
I suffered an injury outside of work requiring surgery. The Dr. cleared me to return a week later with restrictions. Work would not allow me to return with my restrictions, so I filled out the form fo... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Layed off after requesting future FMLA
I sent an email to our HR Director stating that I would be requesting FMLA after my wife delivers in August. I was then part of a layoff that seemed to be totally subjective in the selection process. ... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

FMLA
This company is an international company. However at his terminal is less than 50 people. Is he still eligible for FMLA? They told him no. applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Did my employer violate FMLA?
I had called off from (i believe) 9-15 june, 2011; this was a total of four working days. I cited severe depression and anxiety attacks as the reason, but was not informed that the leave fell under FM... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

FMLA Medical Information Release?
My spouse is the superintendent of a very small school district in Minnesota. He has approved intermittent FMLA leave for his own serious health condition, as well he has approved FMLA for my own seri... applies to Minnesota · 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

I have intermittent FMLA for the migraines I suffer. Two or three years ago my employer started requiring me to get my papers filled out twice a year. So on June 30 my FMLA expires. What I didnt understand was they were also going back a year and checking
I have worked for the company 8 years. The nurse is working with me, checking every few days to see if I qualify yet, I just feel this is a type of harrassment because my using the FMLA is inconvenien... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

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

can employer suspend employee at 4 am in morning for what their opinion is of the employees third and final allowable write- up
Ive been on intermittent FMLA for 4 years now and have severe IBS that has worsened throughout a horrible home buying experience. and as changes in human resources evolved to changes in how I am to in... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Hello, I have intermittent FMLA for asthma. This has been approved since October 2017, with a recertification accepted in April. My Captain is demanding a Dr note for anyone who calls in during this holiday week. Do I need the Dr note? Or is my FMLA certi
Hello, I have intermittent FMLA for asthma. This has been approved since October 2017, with a recertification accepted in April. My Captain is demanding a Dr note for anyone who calls in during this h... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my fmla be re-covered after it was denied?
I took an fmla leave, and exceeded the frequency and duration due to my illness,I was asked to recertify(was given 15 days) so i turned in the paperwork to my doctor who wanted to speak with the compa... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can my company make me reapply for FMLA after it has already been approved?
I recently had a baby and had to take FMLA at work. I received paperwork confirming that FMLA was approved and also from their insurance company for my short term disability. It has now been 4 weeks s... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

FMLA leave and use of own sick days
Dera Mel, I am a Northeast Ohio school teacher. I recently gave birth to a son four weeks early on July 18. My intentions were to use 30 days sick leave and 6 weeks of upaid FMLA and return to work No... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My boss is harassing me and demoted me for using my intermitten FMLA
I have been an office day nurse in a facility for 4.5 years and I have chronic migraines and fibromyalgia so I have FMLA in place for my absence's however my boss has tried to fire me for missing work... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can my job stop the 26 weeks i am allowed for Disability and fire me once my DI and FMLA time is use
I am on Disability and my FMLA just began. I have used all of my sick and vacation time, and my job began my State Disability at the end of July. Every time i submit my physician statements and have t... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have fmla and my doctor filled out the forms required in ny and out the estaments of intermediated leave as 2 times per week for 1 day, my company uses sedwick and now that 3 of my 6 days I used fmla are a Monday they are saying I need to provide more p
I work for Pepsi co and there insurence company sedwick handles there leave, my doctor said I have all 6 months and am totally protected , but with my history of harassment (not fmla related,but paper... applies to New York · 0 answers

Does my employer hace a right to make FMLA so stressful?
I have had FMLA for more than 5 years for my mother. Now i have recieved notification from HR that it is extended for 3 months attach to this email is a letter to my supervisor and payroll that if i g... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can an employee be fired when waiting for a doctor’s signature on FMLA paperwork?
My sister has worked for a company for 22 years and has great evaluations up until medical problems started. She has been trying to get a diagnosis but there have been many tests and more yet to come ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I was written up for an incident that occurred while I was on surgical leave. I was not at work at all.
I am a safety manager. An employee damaged a rail car with a loader. The issue occurred while I was on FMLA STD. I was written up for failing to communicate with my fellow employees. applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I have a question about my vacation time, sick days, personal days while approved for FMLA
I was approved for FMLA due to a knee issue which resulted in surgery. My employer made me take all of my vacation time, my personal days and my sick days before I was allowed to use the FMLA time. No... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

After resignation, can I still utilize an intermittent FMLA benefit?
After resigning almost 4 weeks ago, I have had to use intermittent sick time for a previously approved FMLA of which I qualified for, was approved and also have a certification of healthcare provider ... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

Can I use FMLA for the six weeks I will be off after plastic surgery. My claim for FMLA was denied. WHY??
Having plastic surgery. FMLA has denied my request for the 6 weeks required to be out of work after surgery. Why? applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Does the Dr release to return to work have to be from the Dr that put you on FMLA?
I am on FMLA for back issues and have had physical therapy and doing much better and no pain. I went to get a clearance on the weight limit to be raised from 5# to 25# and was told it's conflicting wi... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

FMLA in a scheduled 50 hour work week
I am an “exempt” retail manager required to work 50 hours per week. I need to apply for FMLA due to my father’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. My question is this: If I really only need the FMLA so th... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Do I have a case?
I am on intermittant FMLA that started back on 7/10/2010. I was out prior to my FMLA for 37 hours without pay, but the hours were approved as time off before taken. I have never been counceled, writte... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Can I use FMLA for my father's knee surgery in another country?
I work and live in Maryland. I would like to take FMLA leave for my father's knee surgery. He lives in a different country. Am I eligible to take FMLA leave for care of father out of country? Is docto... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I was fired the day my FMLA was to kick in and waiting for dr. to fill out form and send it back. Does that consider Void since I was fired?
Fired on the day my FMLA was to kick in. My supervisor knew of my Chronic condition and always requested dr notes when I called in. I was eligible for FMLA AND was waiting for dr. to fill out the form... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my company recover funds from me for using paid leave for FMLA when the rule requires to exhaust
I'm a Railroad Union member who was granted FMLA approval for a family member with a serious medical condition. Though my company's FMLA rule states I must exhaust all paid leave before taking the FML... applies to California · 0 answers

I recieve 24 pto days a year. When I need fmla is the comapny allowed to take from that bank?
pto is for sick and vacation. if fmla comes into play it wipes out any vacation time. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can employer count FMLA days against me?
my employer called me into the office to let me know that I have 87 occurrances of not starting my shifts on time. They are including the FMLA days that I had been out on. Is this legal in Virginia? applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is IVF (in-vitro fertilization) covered by FMLA?
If you are diagnosed as infertile and your only chances of pregnancy is through advanced reproductive technology such as IVF, is the procedure covered by FMLA? applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Can my employer put me on FMLA without consent or contact with me?
I filled for STD, I was denied, I appealed, I was approved. During this time my employer put me on FMLA and took 32hrs. of vacation without consulting me. applies to Texas · 0 answers

With less than 12 mos. employed am I entitled to FMLA for newborn if I wait until 12 mos. w/company?
Since the entitlement to take FMLA for the birth of a baby expires 12 months after the birth of the baby, can I take a leave under FMLA to care for my newborn, if I do not attain 12 months of employme... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Demoted upon return from FMLA
Went to Rehab and returned to work. When I returned I was demoted to a differant level and total pay. I don't believe this can happen since I was on FMLA. applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer deny FMLA for Military Exigency even though the employee hasn't received FMLA P/W?
I am deploying next month and my husband indicated to his workplace's HR department that he would like to apply for FMLA due to qualified military exigency. When he first spoke to HR, he was told that... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Am I covered for materity leave under fmla laws?
My company employs over 200 people. There are however only about 20 within a 75 mile radius of me. Would I still be covered under fmla laws? applies to Montana · 0 answers

I have been on medical fmla go 5 months because of my own illness. In fact just had surgery to fix part of what's made me so sick but have more test coming up . My employer just informed me that I only have 33 hours left on fmla but the surgeon has put me
Just want to know what I need to do because my insurance is through work . Also still mot able to work. Do I sign up for disability or what. applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Vasectomy coverage under FMLA?
Is a vasectomy and the recovery/treatment period covered under FMLA? If not, would the recovery and treatment period itself be covered? My FMLA request has been denied. applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

An employee is off due to a balance/vertigo type condition that makes him unable to drive or ride in a vehicle. He is an outside salesman and does not want to apply for FMLA but rather work from home. Short term, let's say a week I could agree, but this i
An employee is off due to a balance/vertigo type condition that makes him unable to drive or ride in a vehicle. He is an outside salesman and does not want to apply for FMLA but rather work from home.... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Has there been a recent June 2009 change in FMLA law?
I've used FMLA intermittant leave for time ranging from approx. 15 minutes to 90 minutes--all approved. NOW,my employer is saying as of June 2009,there was a change in the law,and I can no longer use ... applies to New York · 0 answers

I was employed from 08/13/2012 to 11/06/2015 and employment ended due to reduction in force unrelated to my fmla but while on intermittent fmla my boss was constantly harrassing my absences and placing me on action plans due to those absences I spent many
I have been on intermittent fmla since 08/2013 and the harrassment and all my problems with my boss didn't start until my fmla was active and didn't stop until my employment ended 11/06/2015. I was ev... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

FMLA - does employer impose it on pregnant employee from time her DBL begins.
My employee is pregnant, due any day. Her last day was 7/15 and she's going out on NYS DBL. Does the company "force" FMLA on her at the same time as she collects her DBL -- or let's say after four wee... applies to New York · 1 answer

What is FMLA rule in regards to making up hours in the day when late?
I am on FMLA and have not been given much information by my employer.. it was discussed with my HR manager, and my manager and director, that I could make up my hours in the same day when I came in la... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Game Plan for Paid Leave after FMLA Expires
After checking various sections of your portal, I have the following question: My wife is currently disabled and is nearing the end of her 12-week FMLA period. As she needs additional time for treatme... applies to New York · 1 answer

I presented my employer with FMLA papers today, and he suddenly started asking me questions about whether I have been doing my job correctly. I have, but he's had months to question me. Is it legal for him to do so after I've been approved?
I received approval for FMLA on Friday. I told my employer today. My Principal accepted it, but as soon as she left the room, he began question after question about whether I have been doing my job co... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Work Injury and FMLA
Pleas Help! I have a work injury (carpal Tunnel syndrome) My employer made me take a FMLA and then terminated me is this possible? applies to Texas · 2 answers

What forms may an employer require from employee for intermittent FML
Company has farmed out FML management to a third party concern. At the third party concerns request. I have supplied certification of serious health condition form ( there's ) completed by my health c... applies to Illinois · 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

FMLA TERM My employer has just informed me via email that going forward my intermittent time frame for FMLA leave will be approved for 6 months terms. I have a 5 year old daughter with Down Syndrome who I have to take yo Dr appt, therapists, surgeries and
Worked for my company 20 years, been approved for past three years for FMLA: 12 month term with 12 weeks. Now being told with intermittent leave I will only be approved for 6 month term. Do I still ge... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

In Massachusetts, if I already have FMLA for a seriously ill spouse, and now I need FMLA because I have been diagnosed with a serious illness myself and must take treatments, is it legal for the employer to combine the FMLA for TWO seperate patients? Also
I am actually asking for my husband. I am fully disabled with Multiple sclerosis and another serious illness called Churg Strauss Syndrome...and some really horrible side effects because of treatment ... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

My new boss has taken away all acomodations regarding my FMLA
I have been on FMLA since 2008 for acute rheumatoid arthritis. Since this time I have been allowed to work from home on sick days and make up any time in the office at my discretion. My work has never... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Do I have to give up my paid vacation or sick day for using an fmla say?
I have fmla and if any employee on my job uses an fmla day, a paid vacation or sick day will be taken away . applies to Illinois · 0 answers

can an employer force you to get approval for intermitent fmla from a third party administrator on a day to day basis?
I was recently terminated from my job because our company's third party they hired sent recertification updates for renewing fmla to the wrong address. no warning was given by my company that paperwor... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Chronic and permanent Illness and Fmla
I have epilepsy... here is whats happened to me with employment in the past 6 months and yes I am seeking a lawyer for civil or any suit if you find any discrepencies. march 4th fmla was sent a certif... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is it a violation of my HIPPA rights that my boss shared FMLA status with coworkers?
My boss texted a message to my coworkers stating that our hospital floor was short staffed, as I was on FMLA leave, and asked for shift coverage? Patricia D. applies to Wyoming · 0 answers

Do I have a right to file a employer interference claim?
I was hired in for a job in 2017 that was misrepresented of actual job responsibilities. I was told in the interview my role would be spent 1/3 of the time on one area and 2/3 of the time on what I ap... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

If an employee is on a schedule vacation already and your business happens to shut down due to bad weather. They pay all employees those days without employees using their accrued time. Are they also required to pay their employees that were on their sche
This is kind of a vacation for a lot of employees but yet they get paid for it. Why not pay the employees already on vacation as well. Just does not seem right. Huh! applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Is FMLA concurrent with other maternity leave?
I am a public school teacher in the state of California and I am expecting a baby early next year. The district HR department has given me conflicting accounts regarding my maternity leave benefits. T... applies to California · 1 answer

Maternity Leave and FMLA
I work for a large, reputable telecommunication company as a software engineer (I�m also management employee). I received a severance package the day after my maternity leave ends and while on FMLA. I... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can employers put requirements on FMLA maternity
I am 5 months pregnant, I am due to have my baby in November. At that time will only be employed at my employer for 9 months. They have told me that in order for me to qualify through them for FMLA I ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Wouldnt my first set of approved FMLA paperwork cover this and I feel like they are harassing me.
I have cluster migraines that put me down for a day or two each time I have them. Last month I had a several over the course of a few days and had to take 4 days in a row off. My previous fmla paperwo... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Asked/told to resign while on intermittent FMLA
I was told/asked to resign from my position. I worked for the company for 14+ years. A little less than 2 years ago a got a new manager. Prior to the new manager I never had any problems leaving work ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can my employer deduct this time from FMLA?
I am a manager at a large retail company and am currently 8 weeks pregnant. I had slight complications and had to take time off of work for 2 weeks. I was already owed 4 vacations days and a holiday t... applies to Ohio · 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

FMLA and resignation?
I had just resigned from my current job and put in my two weeks starting 7/15/16. I just want to take precautions if they decide to accept my resignation before the date comes. I have FMLA and wanted ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can an employer threaten to drop health insurance over FMLA issues? My mom is getting on the heart and lung transplant list but FMLA keeps saying the paperwork is incomplete.
My mom is on disability and now on the heart and lung transplant list. FMLA keeps denying all paperwork sent in by the doctors and is threatening to drop health insurance. Can they do this? applies to Texas · 0 answers

ee took time off to care for father - was not told it was classified as FMLA - father passed away -
Father just passed away over the weekend - employer was not counting previous time off as FMLA - what is the employer required to do NOW since the father passed away or should do when she says she nee... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can my employer post my position while covered under FMLA and do they have to tell me when they do?
I left on FMLA because of pregnancy complications. While I was out my employer posted my position without officially noticing me. The day after my leave was up they hired someone for my position and a... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Where can I obtain the current FMLA document for PA & DOL
I found the following on the DOL website and want to make sure it applies to PA and is current. I do know that the DOL FMLA can only be changed by enhancing it but not detracting anything from it. applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my employer force me to take a day off work before I am eligible to get the paper work to take to the doctor to get Fmla.
My employer will not give us fmla paperwork unless we report off work is this legal? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

When does FMLA actually begin?
Took a vacation day for own personal use but my surgery was the next day following, I work two on and two off and every other weekend so I thought my FMLA would physically take place on the day I coul... applies to South Carolina · 1 answer

If an employee has been absent for several weeks, and applied for FMLA but had it denied, can they be held accountable to the attendance policy in place for the time missed?
Employee has been out for several weeks due to an illness of his girlfriend's daughter. He has exhausted his sick time and applied for FMLA. His FMLA has been denied. There is a company attendance pol... applies to New Mexico · 1 answer

Do I have any recoarse?
Sept 2017 I took 6 weeks of FMLA. June of 2018 I had knee surgery and took 6 more weeks of FMLA. Thus far, I have turned in 3 different modifications of duty from my Doctor but my employer keeps refus... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I live in Tennessee, and have a couple of issues going on. I was at my previous employer for 2 years ( I did have a non-compete)but, left the position because I didnt agree with some of the ways they ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

My FMLA is exhausted so can i get fired before my doctor release me back to work?
I am still on maternity leave now and i was scheduled for Tubal Ligation but my doctor changed the date. My FMLA has ended so could my job fire me before my doctor release me if i stay out until i get... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

I was forced to resign and placed on Admin Leave until 10-14-15, last day of employment due to being out on FMLA and going over my 12 weeks by 16 hours, two work days. My question is why wasn't I notified of my overage until after the fact. I was under th
FMLA Aporoved for own illness. Never received notice of any FMLA used or balances. Only until I had gone over by 2 work days, exactly 15.5 hours was I notified I no longer was covered and I was forced... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can can a company force you to take FMLA if you have enough vacation time and PTO time to cover your absence and you don't want to take FMLA?
Can a company force you to take FMLA if you have enough vacation time and PTO time to cover your absence and you do not want to take the FMLA applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can employer withhold 401k &/or social security benefits because of unpaid health insurance payments while i was on FMLA?
My doctor gave me work restrictions & my employer put me on FMLA while trying to place me to another job which they did not so now i have been layed off. I did not keep up my health insurance payments... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

can my employer retaliate because I asked for FMLA?
Four weeks ago I was diagnosed with severe bronchitis and was told by my doctor to stay home to get rest and take a course of treatment. I had no more time to take off for the year but the doctor told... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

I was put on bedrest the last 4 months of my pregnancy I was allowed my FMLA leave. I was out of work all together 6 months. When I returned to work I was demoted from assistant manager to just a cashier. I've been there for 8 years. Are they allowed to d
FMLA demotion applies to Ohio · 1 answer

i am having surgery on a workers comp injury do i need to file fmla and if so what if another medical issue occurs
on workers comp employer gave me fmla paperwork to complete what if another illness occurs what do i do applies to Indiana · 0 answers

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

The employer now states that were FMLA you have to accrue the hours they have not been giving me the hours on supposed to get every year but yet their employee handbook states otherwise
Ever since the new human resources of taking over they’ve changed everything they’ve gone against doctors note they have gone against FMLA laws applies to Arizona · 0 answers

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

I was off on a 12 week approved FMLA for migraine treatment. I normally worked 32 hours a week and was eligible for health care benefits. On my return the company told me that they are cutting my hours down to 20/wk and I will loose my benefits as I am no
Is this legal under FMLA laws? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Is it a violation if my employer loses my fmla paperwork and fails to give me a reply in a timely manner?
my employer also told me that it was not his concern to give me the paperwork that hr had sent him pertaining to my fmla applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

8-12 informed manager I filed for intermittent fmla because I'm being harassed to work my days off (fri/sat/sun). I work 4 10-hour days M-Th. Fmla approved on 8/31 that I'm a caretaker for my mother and unavailable Fri,Sat,Sun. On 9/6 I'm informed my hour
8-12 informed manager I filed for intermittent fmla because I'm being harassed to work my days off (fri/sat/sun). I work 4 10-hour days M-Th. Fmla approved on 8/31 that I'm a caretaker for my mother a... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I was fired last Tuesday for excessive absenteeism. The next day I became violently ill with a condition that would have been covered under FMLA, but I was unaware of the diagnosis until I went to the ER. I am not saying my employer did anything wrong, bu
I had missed several days recently for not feeling well, but didn't know why. The very day I got fired, I got violently ill and was admitted to the ER the following day, with a potentially life-threat... applies to California · 1 answer

Manager creating ill will between myself and other employees at work.
I was recently informed that a manager told an employee just before she was terminated that I was telling people at work about her personal business and disciplinary actions. The employee was eventual... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Is my Employer violating FMLA since they haven't responded to my requests for intermittent FMLA?
I am currently on intermittent FMLA leave for a serious health condition; however, my doctor accidentally left part of it off, but included it in an attached form. They added the condition on the empl... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

I was approved for my FMLA, now my employer is requesting me to release my medical records. Can they do this? In New York.
I have cronhs and have been approved for my FMLA, now they told me to sign a medical release form. Do I have to? applies to New York · 1 answer

Who has a legal right to see my FMLA papers?
I've been told that only myself, my doctor and my HR has a legal right to see my FMLA papers. I handed them in the my HR but my Office Manager somehow had them on her desk when she told me that she wa... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I broke my leg and ankle at home. I filed for fmla and std on january 26, my fmla ends march 14. I filed a request for leave since my job said i cant return to work on restriction from dr but dr wont release me to non restriction until june 1st. They said
Can i be terminated or do i have a case for wrongful termination under ada as i am currently disabled. applies to Illinois · 1 answer

FMLA Statue of Limitation for Filing in Federal Civil Court
What is the statue of limitations to file a civil suit against an employer who lowers a yearly performance award amount because I invoked FMLA and was out for a few weeks in the past year? I hoped the... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

My Company is closing the school I am currently employed at. They have offered severance pay but in certain agreements....considering I do not take a Leave Of Absence until my Last Day set forth by the Company. I am 38 weeks pregnant (9 months) and have a
Being Denied FMLA in acceptance of Severance Pay. FMLA due to birth of my child. applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I was terminated because my physician filled out my FMLA and STD forms incorrectly, what can i do?
I was put off work for mental stress and anxiety at the work place from my doctor. when given the FMLA paperwork she contradicted herself and my employer fired me. Also i was denied STD pay because sh... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

My employer lied to unemployment about my termination from the company, They told unemployment i quit voluntarily when i have the letter i got from my employer saying why i was terminated. I was terminated for the attendance policy. I did not quit volunta
I called unemployment curious why i haven't received a letter or contact from them regarding my unemployment case. They told me my employer said i quit voluntarily which is BS. I have a termination le... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can my employer have my work excuse changed and pressure my doctor to end my FMLA early?
I developed an occupational injury which led to me using FMLA for treatment and therapy. My initial doctors note called for me to be off work completely for 1 month. After 5 days on FMLA, my company h... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

I am a federal employee. I have approved FMLA for my wife. I got a call on my day off mandating me to work the next day on my day off. I told them I couldn't work because she had a doctors appointment and they're saying that it not FMLA leave on my day of
I am a federal employee. I have approved FMLA for my wife. I got a call on my day off mandating me to work the next day on my day off. I told them I couldn't work because she had a doctors appointment... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my job decline to allow me to use my intermittent fmla for my autistic child
I put in over 30 days notice to take time off to take care of my autistic child while her childcare provider was away, which was over looked due to my job letting people go and change who handles requ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Family Medical
On return from FMLA, what time frame can an employer lay-off an employee? Does FMLA protect the employee from lay-off upon return from leave, and if so for how long after date of reinstatement to the ... applies to California · 2 answers

can they deny me fmla for having the flu?
company i work for denied my fmla paperwork because the doctor did not prescribe me any medicine. I had the flu and very bad stomach cramps. the doctor did my paper work took me off work for 3 days an... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can an employer make you come to work if on approved FMLA after a surgey
If off on approved FMLA after hand surgery can my supervisor force me to come into the office to work. ? The company policy requires us to be seen by company doctor before returning to work. I applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I feel as though I am being retaliated against because I took an FMLA leave
On 7/2/09 I took a maternity LOA. On 8/4/09, I became eligible for FMLA. After some resistance and push back from my employer, my leave was finally designated as FMLA. My vacation pay was taken, but I... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Can my boss ask my co-workers if they want me removed from a general work task because of my FMLA?
I have an intermittent FMLA for my personal serious health condition. My boss at work wants to remove me as the lead on one of my daily tasks. I'm on a team of 5, we each are a lead on a daily task. E... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

I'm going out on FMLA for possibly 2 reasons...can I do that?
I am a male nurse (the only one on my unit..rest are female..the other male left too for same reason) and since the arrival of my new, also female (never an issue w prev boss) manager I have been cons... applies to Florida · 2 answers

my doctor has extended my medical leave but after 12 weeks of fmla my job terminated I thought if the doctor put you on medical leave after that then you could get fmla
applies to Alabama · 1 answer

If I have been out all week for FMLA , can my employer make me work mandatory
I have FMLA , and my employer claims I am obligated to still work the mandatory sat overtime . applies to California · 0 answers

Job discontinuation due to FMLA use
I have been working at the same company for 23 years with an exemplary record and evaluations. Since I began using intermittent FMLA, however, things have changed. I have been harassed by coworkers, s... applies to Illinois · 4 answers

Notified of layoff while out on maternity leave
FMLA Question: I gave birth on Dec 27th, 2008 and was notified on Feb 23rd, 2009 that my role had been eliminated. They don't plan on severing ties until March 30th 2009, which is 1 week after my sche... applies to New York · 1 answer

I had gotten hurt at work I had carpal tunnel and ulnar nerve lesion,tennis elbow this happened on 04-08-15 I had surgery on 02-01-16 I was on workers comp and FMLA leave went back to work on restrictions hurt my elbow again bc they wasn't going by my drs
Getting fired for work injury while on WC and fmla applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I am 62 and on FMLA leave currently for back pain while on the leave I am having some sinus surgery and my HR department wants me to fill out a separate FMLA certification for that purpose this does not make sense to me what do you think
I am 62 I have been employed by the same company for 8 1/2 years I've been working with serious back pain for a long time and it is gotten to the point where I just can't tolerate sitting or standing ... applies to Delaware · 0 answers

My supervisor keeps calling, texting and emailing me while I'm on continuous fmla for my daughter and moms serious health condition, approved by my company. My boss demands that I go to her office at work and meet face to face? Is this legal, I'm hourly a
On serious fmla leave 8 weeks for my daughter and mom, approved by my company. My boss has called texted 4 times that I have to meet her face to face and details the time and dates for me to meet her.... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Terminated while on ADA approved medical leave?
I requested an ADA accommodated medical leave for cancer treatment. It was approved in writing. I'm not covered under FMLA because of too few employees in my location. Two weeks before I am due back t... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Hello, I recently came back from FMLA. And my employer is holding me accountable for the lack of production at my home store while I was gone. Can I be held accountable for something that was done while I was on FMLA? And the biggest question, CAN they fi
Hello, I recently came back from FMLA. And my employer is holding me accountable for the lack of production at my home store while I was gone. Can I be held accountable for something that was done whi... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Intermittent FMLA should required office hours be different than team and should overtime go unpaid?
I'm a salaried employee working 40/hr work weeks. My team is expected to be in the office from 10-2. But I am required to be in the office from 7-4 or must submit FMLA hours. Also, some weeks I've wor... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

On FMLA but employer suddenly wants a dr. note with every absence
I have been approved for FMLA intermittent use for a year. I used to self-report my absences but now my employer wants a dr. note with every absence. Is this an tactic to get me to leave? I can't affo... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

Can I be forced to choose between care for a sick child or my job?
I have been on FMLA since 11/04/01 and my company wrote me up for time and attendance while using the FMLA, I appealed the write up paper and now they have changed my schedule and I am in a position t... applies to Texas · 1 answer

While off on fmla do I have to attend manfatory meetings
Do I have to attend mandatory meetings at work while off on FMLA? applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can employer deny COBRA coverage due to being under 20 employees if they offer it to other ex-EEs?
I was recently left an employer with 18 employees. Although they do not meet the 20 employee minimum, they have voluntarily (and I believe currently are) offered COBRA coverage to separated employees.... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

I have a 6 month fmla intermittent use my employer is telling me I have to provide a Dr note for every absence I'm scared of him he's intimidating I don't know what to do Bettina in wi
Can my employer request a Dr note for every absence if I'm approved for fmla 3-4 x a month 3-4 days at a time applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can your employer revoke your ability to travel when using FMLA for an off the job injury?
I will be requiring knee surgery for an off the job injury. I will be using FMLA to get the time off I need for recovery. My employer states that not only can I not return to work until fully healed b... applies to Ohio · 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

FMLA and hostile work environment
I was intimidated by an employee and he followed me and I locked myself in restroom. The police were called and he left. 2 days later I was in the hospital for mental health issues related to the inci... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Fired from att because they say I forged fmla paper but I didn't, what can I do?
Fired from AT&T because they say I forged fmla documents but I didn't. What can I do to get my job back? applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

i suffer from drpression and my attendance at work is suffering. will FMLA help with this?
I suffer from depression and my work attendence is suffering as a result. can the FMLA help? applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

I am on FMLA for care of my Mom, I usually only take 1 day a week plus my scheduled day off. I submit 3971's for both days since my boss likes to try to make me work my sdo. He returned my 3971's along with a letter that said he was changing my day off an
I am on FMLA for care of my Mom, I usually only take 1 day a week plus my scheduled day off. I submit 3971's for both days since my boss likes to try to make me work my sdo. He returned my 3971's alon... applies to Florida · 0 answers

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 have been on FMLA due to health issues. My FMLA time ends the end of this week however my doctor wants me to take 2 more weeks off. Well I be fired for this? My employer certainly has made it sound that way
I developed pneumonia and the flu which which has compromised my lung function. I was on oxygen for a month-and-a-half and still have to use it at night with the C PAP. My FMLA time ends this Friday o... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

What are the guidelines or laws concerning working a 2nd part time job, while having FMLA ?
I was approved for FMLA at the hospital I work. My health issues were steadily getting worse due to all the walking and bending required to that job. I changed my work statis at the hospital to 20 hrs... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I have been off work since 1/29/18 I have been going through all these test to find out what is wrong with my shoulders , I seen my doctor and he gave me anti inflammatory medication he had me go on FMLA after he wanted to do ex - rays but it felt like so
So what am I supposed to do ? They said my a FMLA was expired a as of 4/18 and just got a a letter from them Friday and my HR never told me I could of filed for STD a long time ago and I wouldn't be s... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I live in Oregon but am employed remotely by a company in North Carolina, am I eligible for FMLA?
I work full-time for a company that is based in North Carolina. I live in Oregon full time and work remotely. I am about to adopt a child. I would like to take some time as FMLA on top of what my vaca... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Is worker comp time counted as FMLA time
I was injured and required surgery with 60 days recovery. I have a critically ill child and have had to take time off.I now need to have another surgery and was told I was out of FMLA time. After look... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Please help if I have a case?
I recently took 1 week of intermittent FMLA but was given 3 weeks... I feel I have been retaliated against. My title was demoted. My hourly pay stayed the same but all my overtime was cut off and now ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Do I have legal recourse?
Upon return to work from FMLA for back surgery, my second day back I was presented with a 30day performance improvement request. The items mentioned in this request also included and stated absenteism... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If Employee is aware of your Fmla leave & Dr Certification was turned in: how soon can you leave work?
Im a California State employee, my parent got sick & lives out of the area. Late April Early May we learned heart surgery is needed. My employer was notified at U was. We had been waiting for a surger... applies to California · 0 answers

Only 6 weeks of FMLA???
I recently had a baby on 11/8/2018. I told my employer I would be using NY Paid Family Leave for the first 8 weeks and would return to work after 8 weeks. However, I decided to use another 2 weeks of ... applies to New York · 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

the company my wife and I work for waited until after my wife went on maternity leave to tell her th
My wife signed up for FMLA 7 months before the baby was born and was told she would get 12 weeks of FMLA and that since she qualified for short term disablity benefits that she would get 60% of her pa... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Fmla
Haven't got and answer from my employer I turn in my FMLA paper work 15 days ago .. When I contact corporate benefits they said they never received any paper work... I turn it in to hr Dept at the loc... applies to California · 0 answers

I was approved for intermittent FMLA due to chronic health conditions. SEDGWICK is requiring proof of a particular day I used FMLA for a doctors appointment back in August 2019. This absence was approved. Now, A peer of mine trying to get me fired for per
I was approved for intermittent FMLA due to chronic health conditions. SEDGWICK is requiring proof of a particular day I used FMLA for a doctors appointment back in August 2019. This absence was appro... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

PLEASE HELP
1. AT MY ARBITRATION HEARING THE USPS TOLD THE ARBITRATOR HE DID NOT HAVE JURISDICTION IN THIS FMLA PROBLEM. I AM READING RULINGS THAT SAY THE COURTS LIKE THE HELP OF ARBITRATORS AND HAVE SEEN HUNDRED... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

My husband is having a vasectomy. Would I be able to take FMLA to care for him after the procedure?
My husband is having a vasectomy at the end of December. I have attempted to find coverage for my shifts as an RN after his procedure, but have been unsuccessful. Would I be able to take FMLA to care ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can I use FMLA to take my terminally I'll father to his doctor appt
Can I use FMLA to take my terminal ally ill father to doctor appt? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is there any law against unequal treatment of exempt employees?
I am an exempt employee & have worked for the same employer for over 10 years. My supervisor manages 8 exempt employees. A few months ago, five of the 8 employees were requested to badge in, in the mo... applies to Texas · 0 answers

In Ca is it legal for an employer to secretly record employees conversations?
In an office with less than 50 employees that is privately owned, and in CA, is it legal for the owner/employer to secretly record conversations between employees without the employees being aware? Em... applies to California · 2 answers

Am I required to request FMLA leave to take my wife to doctors appointment?
My employers HR manager is trying to require me to take FMLA to take my wife to prenatal doctor appointments. I have been using my vacation time to cover the time off with more than a weeks notice to ... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Is it ok for my manager to deliver FMLA papers to me in the hospital ? (Unannounced and uninvited)
I was admitted into hospital, I kept my manager informed about my status, she showed up claiming to deliver FMLA papers (mind you I had IV fluids hanging and i was to sick to sign anything). She claim... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

I am eligible for FMLA from my employer. I verbally indicated that I was not planning on returned back to work after my 12 weeks of leave. Can they deny my request?
I will be using FMLA for the birth of my child. I am a contract employee and my contract is renewed annually. My leave would start at the beginning of the next contract. I am worried my employer might... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Intermittent fmla family member. Employer not providing correct forms yet.
I have requested fmla papers from my employer regarding intermittent leave for the occasional care of my parent suffering with dementia. I was informed by the dr after I dropped off the papers that th... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was out 5 consecutive days from work for FMLA. My employer has me schedule my vacation time out a year in advance. My FMLA has used up all my accrued vacation time and my employer is now canceling my scheduled vacation a week and a half before I am supp
I was out 5 consecutive days from work for FMLA. My employer has me schedule my vacation time out a year in advance. My FMLA has used up all my accrued vacation time and my employer is now canceling m... applies to California · 0 answers

Can I be fired for the opinions of others?
I was fired last month. I was told that the employees felt that I was an unapproachable manager and unfriendly. The employees comments were put in a comment box with no names on them. Therefore I coul... applies to Delaware · 0 answers

if a patient refuses to pay for their completed fmla forms from our surgical office can we hold the papers until the payment is made?
a patient is refusing to pay our charge for completion of their fmla paperwork. can we legally hold them until payment is made? applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Employer's right to information from physician
I am currently on intermittent FMLA and am required to provide a doctor's excuse every time I use any accrued time for my condition, even if I only use 30 minutes. Is this within the regulations of FM... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

wrongful termination
hello, my name is Kelly P and my question is this, in Dec 2003 I was terminated (w/out just cause according to the ohio unemployment office). My situation is quite lenghty to explain,i apologize. In N... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Our practice has less than 50 employees so I don't think we fall under the FMLA rules. With this in mind, is it legal for us to bring an employee back to work at part-time status rather than the current full time status?
Employee is currently full time however we are looking at doing some restructuring which would change her position to part time when she returns from maternity leave. applies to Alabama · 0 answers

hello, I am on H1B work visa, currently on Short term disability leave. My FMLA leave is till Jan 8th 2016 and STD got approved till Jan 30th 2016. As per my knowledge my employer can not terminate me while I am in FMLA leave. Since my FMLA ends by Jan 8t
hello, I am on H1B work visa, currently on Short term disability leave. My FMLA leave is till Jan 8th 2016 and STD got approved till Jan 30th 2016. As per my knowledge my employer can not terminate me... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

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

I got hurt at work doctor put me off work I got on fmla I ran out of time they fired me what now?
I had back surgery the day I had surgery work sent a letter stating I had ran out of fmla and fired me what can I do? applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I have FMLA for my mom I certified 5/31/17 1-2 days 2times per m was approved then in sept took Mom to Dr I'm a flight attendant missed 1flt day before 2flts day of 1 flt (in from overnight) but worked rest of day now FH solutions group wants me to recert
I work for an airline company who outsources FMLA to a company called FHsolutions group applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I was injured, HRsaid it was workers comp but havnt given me any paperwork. I am now using m y FMLA
I was injured, HR said 8 weeks later it was Workers comp, she gave me a list if doctors, but nothing else. I cannot work due to severe repetitive trauma and having to use FMLA. IS HR suppose to give m... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Violation of my rights under FMLA
On June 13 of this year, I returned to work from FMLA. Before I took FMLA, I trained another employee on my job. When I returned, my manager said she wanted to keep my co-worker in my former position.... applies to California · 2 answers

My employer gave me the incorrect paperwork, was given FMLA instead of disability form,. Physician filled out FMLA and submitted, employer call to say they were terminating me, finally faxed the correct form to physician, but said it was too late. I have
I have been out of work for over 4wks due to severe Meniere's disease. My employer provided me with paperwork for my doctor and then contacted me to tell me they were going to terminate me. I spoke wi... applies to New York · 1 answer

State of Ohio Laws regarding maternity leave
I work for a company with less than 50 employees so we are not covered by FMLA. Does the State of Ohio have any laws regarding maternity leave? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is time off on approved worker's comp claim counted as FMLA time as well?
I am being told by my employer that even tho I am off work on an approved worker's comp injury that they are also counting this time off against the FMLA time off provisions. Is this proper? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How do you know if your boss is breaking the law by retaliating towards you?
very disrespectful to me in front of all my employees. Several employees were upset at her behavior. When I reported this to my boss he protected her and got upset at me. I then shortly there after re... applies to California · 0 answers

I'm trying to determine if I'm being barred from rehire at USPS. I was terminated for absenteeism. I was dealing with the complications of my CERTIFIED INTERMITTENT FMLA SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY. Mgmt eventually terminated my services. With good score
Mgmt basically voided my INTERMITTENT FMLA & terminated me. Now when I reapply a yr. later, I'm being sent an email that states I...a disable veteran am not " ineligible " even though I have passing s... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

are claims of violation of FMLA grievable to the end under union contract?
I was laid off wrongfully while under FMLA. My union agrees and filed multiple grievances, including FLMA violation (the union, not myself, is listed as the grievant). I want to fight this with an att... applies to California · 2 answers

Can I be fired for taking off thinking my fmla was approved only to find out it was not?
I was supposed to start my fmla on Oct 5 due to depression and and stress with everything going and the dr stated he would sign off on it I spoke with hr turned in the paperwork and all the required p... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

What if your medical condition requires a longer absence than the 12 week FMLA allows?
My husband was hospitalized with a heart attack and after doing a heart cath, found that he would require open heart surgery. Because they gave him a blood thinner upon arriving at the hopital, they h... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can a non compete apply to select employees even if they hold the same position as others not asked
I work at a medical practice that was staffed with 2 doctors. One doctor is setting up a new practice and several employees will likely be going to work with him. The doctor that is staying presented ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

FMLA(first its serious enough, now its not)
My FMLA paperwork was given back to me due to it being incomplete.(Sec. 5b & Sec. 7b.) When I took my paper work in to be completed, the doctor decides that he does not want to complete the paper work... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

FMLA anxiety
I have been on FMLA since April and got a Recertification for 6 months review from my doctor. My employer rejected it at first,asking to clarify 8 hours a week missed in flare ups or 16 hours. It is 2... applies to California · 0 answers

My employer is delaying accommodation after FMLA. They also
Was suppose to return to my charge nurse position after FMLA. Employer just informed me that they have reclassified my position to a floor nurse. My doctor has given me restrictions, but employer is d... applies to Florida · 2 answers

If FMLA time carried over from one contract year to the next?
I teach with a contract that runs for 10 months from July 1 to June 30. If I take FMLA in one contract year, does it carry over to the following contract year? Is it counted cumulatively? Regular sick... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can i be in trouble for my company's system error?
Ok, I have FMLA on my job had it about 3 years now for my medical condition, so at my job we can either call our FMLA time in or put our FMLA time in on the computer, so I do that with no problems, ch... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my Employer call for an Attendance Investigation after each Intermittent FMLA day I take?
Hello and thank you in advance for your help. I have been with the same company for over 21 years now. My attendance has never been exemplary. However, I am a good employee. My performance evals are a... applies to California · 0 answers

Are the 12 wks per calendar year or benefit year
My employer is telling me that since I was out on FMLA in June 2012, I am not elibible for 12 more weeks until June 2013. FMLA guidelines state I am elgiblible for 12 more weeks if I have worked 1250 ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I have been on interment FMLA. Recently the dr's had me cut my hours in half. Have been working this for 2 weeks. Today got called to HR office where they asked me to resign. Is this lawful?
It hasn't been a year yet since I went on FMLA. Was diagnosed with terminal lung disease. Worked my full schedule with intermittent time off when unable to function properly. Dr cut back my hours from... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can my employer fire me if I have intermittent FMLA, and I call off for a personal day?. (Other than calling off for my migraines, I show up on time, and do my job )
I currently have intermittent FMLA. (For migraines ) I enjoy my job, but I want to take a personal day. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Does a non profit, non FMLA agency have to pay for health care coverage medical leave
Is a non-profit non FMLA employer liable for health coverage for an employee who is requesting a two month medical leave due to seizures? She does not have any sick leave left nor did she take advanta... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I am on intermittent FMLA. I have had great reviews and never a problem at work. I was written up by my boss for petty things he's requiring me to copy him in all emails I'm not being treated as I was prior to FMLA. My 30 day performance write up has pass
Needed to go on FMLA due to anxiety and depression. Had to wait because my boss removed all of my job responsibilities so I no longer had a job description. This caused trouble for my manager for doin... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I have been approved for an FMLA leave of absence and requested to use accrued vacation time so I could still be paid while taking my leave. Can my employer keep me from using my vacation time during an FMLA leave? HR is telling me to apply for short-term
HR is also telling me that my manager would have to approve the use of this vacation time? How is it his decision? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I be charged FMLA time for refusing mandatory overtime?
I work a job where mandatory overtime is usually required up to 3 times a week... up to 16 hours a day. My regular full time shift is 8 hours a day 5 days a week. I am currently pregnant and will prob... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

What is interference while on continuous fmla , certification. My supervisor texted me 3 times to come meet at her office face to face on 3 dates, arrive at 830am. My supervisor texted and said Fmla has nothing to do with meeting her face to face, I'm not
I don't know why I'm needed face to face , I live 28?miles away. I'm on 2 Continuous leaves, my mom elder care and kid is sick in the hospital. applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

How many hours in Nebraska is available in Nebraska for intermediate FMLA in 12 months?
FMLA how many hours in Nebraska is available in a calendar year for intermediate leave in ne. applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

My employer will deny my FMLA and temporary disability if I do not sign a medical records release. Can they do this?
I have a back injury, not workers comp, I have filed my FMLA paper work as has my doctor. They will not process my paper work if I do not sign the medical records release. This seems a lot like coerci... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

my husband is a disabled veteran and i had to get an FMLA at work to help take care of him and protect my job, I was told today that this is why i cant change shifts or move up and they are constantly talking about me i have been with this compant 15 yrs
I have an FMLA on my husband who is a disabled veteran and i was told i could not move up or change positions because of this and several others things, can they do this really need some information o... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I been out on fmla. Go back cause dr released me. Have a episode of my sickness due to while I was out on fmla. My work tells me after my dr cleared me I can’t come back to work until I’m better
Go complain at hr for a ongoing problem. She turns on me cause I have been sick since my dr released me. Tells me I can’t come back until I’m better applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Forced to start FMLA early
I am 33 weeks pregnant, and have been "forced" by my employer to start my FMLA early. Their reasoning is because I can't fulfill the requirements of my job description. When I asked to see a job descr... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can my supervisor send me emails requesting me to work from home while out FMLA?
I have several emails from my supervisor requesting me to work from home 2 days after surgery. Because I felt harassed, I resigned without notice and they are refusing to use my PTO time for week 2 of... applies to Florida · 0 answers

terminated while on fmla and short term disability
I am on fmla leave,while being paid short term disability.when i contacted my employer i was told i know longer have a job.was told that my contact where i worked at wanted to keep the new manager my ... applies to Arkansas · 1 answer

Can my husband be fired for being at the birth of his daughter?
My husband was denied FMLA for our unborn daughter because he's only been with the company 9 months. He has worked over the 1250 hrs in a year and there are over 50 employees. We understand he hasn't ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

FMLA/Stroke/termination
I had a mini stroke on Oct. 3, 01. I informed my employer and my doctor wrote a note explaining that I would be out of work for an undetermined amount of time. He wasn't sure what was wrong with me. H... applies to Louisiana · 1 answer

FMLA/ restoration not key employee
A week before returning to work from FMLA, my work provided me the completed form for Family and Medical Leave Act Request, this form states on the second page that I am not a key employee and that th... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

FMLA discrimination?
I’m not sure if I am being discriminated against for being on FMLA. I am working a reduced schedule (32 hours instead of 42 hours), due to my mental health and have been doing so for the last 6 mont... applies to Maine · 0 answers

My wife was applying for FMLA and back in October was given a slip for a week off from work but at that time did not present the doctor's note to her employer because she needed the work. Today 11/21 was suspended for not giving them this doctors note and
Wife is ill and company has a strict attendance policy. FMLA was a way for her to get to the appointments and receive care and not have to worry about losing her job. The note was given to her by our ... 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

Migraines-Intermittent FMLA- Salary Exempt Employee
I have chronic migraines, which significantly impacts my day to day life, and I am a Salary-Exempt employee and my company does not have a "sick" policy in place. Do I have to take intermittent FMLA? applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

we are selling our small business in Texas, what are our obligations when it comes to employees? The new owner has said they will be keeping the employees in their positions when they take over. I need to know where my legal responsibilities end and their
just want to make sure what I have to do before and after the sale of our business. The new owner is keeping the employees that are there now. My questions are what kind of notice and pay am I liable ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Should performance goals be adjusted when a employee has taken intermittent FMLA?
Total of PFL and intermittent FLMA total equals 30 hours for 2018 so far with more intermittent FLMA time to be reported. Should employer adjust productivity goal accordingly based on non-productivity... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer hasn't made 401K contribution for the last two years without giving any suspension notice to employees? Can they do this? Do employees have a legal right to this match?
One of the major benefits offered by this company is a 4% company match. When hired, employees were given paperwork stating that employees would be given 30-days notice if the match would ever be susp... applies to California · 0 answers

Can the FMLA protect maternity leave for up to a year?
I just gave birth to a new baby girl in November 2000. I have taken my normal 6 weeks maternity leave and have taken an additional 8 weeks to care for my newborn. My question to you is can I take up t... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

when a "key" employee is on intermittent FMLA leave, can his/her position be replaced while on leave
the question is to the exception for key employees. When can the key employee be replaced? during an intermittent leave while he/she is still working, albiet in an intermittent leave capacity? must it... applies to Colorado · 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

I have fmla for my bipolar. Im allotted 2 consecutive days off in a row twice a month(4 days total). I usually don't use that much. Bi polar effects me genetically but environmentally too ( a chemical response vs an environmental trigger). I've been going
I have fmla for my bipolar. Im allotted 2 consecutive days off in a row twice a month(4 days total). I usually don't use that much. Bi polar effects me genetically but environmentally too ( a chemical... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can absences be counted against me for taking my wife to the doctor under FMLA intermittent leave?
I have applied and been approved for intermittent leaves for taking my wife to her regular Psychiatrist & Psychologist and to the OB-GYN. My Human Resource Manager recently gave me a warning due to fo... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

My co workers husband was diagnosed with Colon cancer. She was on FMLA. She sent emails to our manager, supervisor and GM. Our manager told her she could not reapply and she needed her here at work. Can she reapply for FMLA?
My coworker has been out since july with her own illness and at the same time her husband got sick and was placed in the hospital for a couple of months. He was later diagnosed with stage 3 colon canc... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Why Hr keep denying me accommodations?
I was hit by a car while walking in crosswalk returning to my work place. The result of the accident cause me to have surgery on my LFT shoulder, and to be out of work for 6 months. My job denied my F... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

If an employee who works Monday-Friday is on continuous FMLA leave, do weekends count in the total days of FMLA leave? In other words, are 7 days assessed, or only 5?
Employee works 8 hours per day, Monday-Friday. For weeklong absences, is this calculated at 7 days or just 5? applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can they refuse intermitent leave because they have no part time jobs?
My daughter has developed pregnancy anemia in her seventh month of pregnancy. Her doctor prescribed a reduced work day "no more than six hours per day. She is under FMLA for her doctors visits already... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

WAS TERMINATION LEGAL?
FMLA SARTED MAY 24 SAME DAY OF SURGERY TO PUT HARDWARE IN RIGHT KNEE. RELEASED MAY 26, READMITTED JUNE 6 FOR INFECTION, RELEASED JUNE 11, READMITTED AUG 16 TO REMOVE HARDWARE FROM KNEE. TERMINATED AUG... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

vacation time and fmla
At the beginning of this year I gave a notice to take my 2 weeks vacation from 9/8 to 9/21, returning to work on the 22nd. I am driving cross country from ohio to nevada with their pets. It will be 4.... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

FMLA interference
I am a salaried employee in TN. I am attempting to get intermittent FMLA or a reasonable accommodation to obtain medical treatment. My company uses a 3rd party administrator that I will call LM. LM is... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

if you have intermediate fmla and can employer ask for note on days out
i have intermediate fmla its for stress and incase i need to take days out can my employer ask for a note for those days out i dont take days out often so this seemed strange to me ive been employed t... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

A bad break to my wrist in an accident(off the job) happened on Nov 1st. My FMLA is expiring on Jan 28, my therapist and I are unsure of my returning at this time to full duties. What will happen to my job if I fail to return?
I badly broke my wrist in an accident-not work related-my FMLA is about to expire. At this time I am unable to perform my duties, even though I have been working with a therapist. What happens to my j... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I be fired for reporting my supervisor to upper management?
I was previosly contacted from HR in regards to a previous complaint against my manager and I was afraid to speak due to retaliation. It's been some months and now she is coming at me the wrong way, I... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Boss told me if I want to have my Union representation present when he speaks he will put me on notice and I will be written up immediately and if I use my FMLA today or any other day he knows for a fact I will be missing a part on my job every single day
I ended up staying at work even though I didn't want to but I was too scared I get fired if I use my FMLA to leave and I went into work last night because I'm just been too scared and I want to get fi... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can my employer keep me from returning to work while on intermittent FMLA?
I've been on intermittent FMLA since January 2016. Each and every time I submit an intent to return to work or an email requesting that I want to work, HR states they have no work for me, or some othe... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

can I ask my HR FMLA for my mom resides full time in nursing home?
Hi there, currently my 90 years old mom is phasing the last stage of her life. she's full time residence in the nursing home. I'm not moving her residence nor her benefits. I just want to be with her ... applies to California · 1 answer

Once FMLA runs out and an employer fires you, can you still continue to receive STD benefits?
My daughter suffers from chronic migraines and stress related panic attacks. Her employer started recording her missed time under FMLA, and last year her doctor put her on Short Term Disability leave.... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

If I have used all of my FMLA time and become pregnant am I still eligible for the 16 week Maternity Leave within the boundaries of Tennessee Family Leave (TMLA)?
I've used all 12 weeks of my FMLA. I'm pregnant do I still fall under the umbrella of protection for 16 weeks of maternity leave through TMLA (TN Family Leave Act)?(ASKING FOR WIFE). applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

i was turned down for fmla which i have to care for her when needed
My mothers brother in law died, I took my mother to the cities to attend the funeral, since she is in a wheel care and doesn't walk much. she has kidney failure, heart problems, does not drive. I took... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Peers review your FMLA certification. absent four days.
I have worked with the employer for 3 1/2 years without attendance or performance issues. I had some personal problems and was overwhelmed and stressed. I called in to my manager, who is also the bene... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Does FMLA count as Employment in a Relo Package?
I've been out on leave since feb I return in may, so out 2.5 months. My relocation package requires me to complete 12 months of employment and further states cannot voluntarily leave prior to 12 month... applies to New York · 1 answer

FMLA time and Disability
IF someone goes out on disability, can their time be counted as FMLA? applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Taking benefits and dropping my position after returning from FMlA
I have been on sick leave through my company many times during my 8 yrs with them. I recently hurt my ankle and was once again placed on sick leave and the fmla to run concurrent. My question is that ... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

I am on intermittent FMLA, my employer wants to move me into a position that will cause me stress and aggravation to my health conditions. What are my options? I think it is a punishment for calling off because of my health issues. I think they want me to
I have fibromyalgia, spinal stenosis and arthritis. I'm on intermittent FMLA. My employer is putting me in a position that will cause Stress and aggravation to my health issues and will cause me to mi... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can an employer fire you due to a misdiagnosis on fmla
You I was terminated for a Pionidal Cyst but when I went to my consultation with surgeon it was found I didn’t have one. My primary Physician related it back to my IBS with the symptoms I had and de... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

I faked depression to get off of work on FMLA for 12 weeks so I could start my own business. I think my employer found out about the new business. I'm still on leave. What should I do?
I saw my PA and told her I was depressed and couldn't go back to work. In one visit she filled out my FMLA paperwork to take me off of work for 12 weeks. I was supposed to see a therapist once a week ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I have been on intermittent FMLA leave since 2013. I feel I am being harassed by HR over my certification. I was approached last June by HR and told they contacted my doctor to verify every day I had taken off since Jan. 1..I did not give permission for t
I have worked at my place of business for 11 years..I was diagnosed with migraines years before I started working there. Once I found out about FMLA ..I approached hr...and got my doctors certificatio... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

With the new Chicago Paid Sick Leave Ordinance in place, does an employer with PTO policy need to allow a separate sick carryover?
Current company PTO policy allows a 5 day (40 hour) carryover. What revisions are needed to allow employees to carryover sick/fmla specific time? The employer would like to make sick carryover designa... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Ask a current ee to fill in temp basis do we have to pay them the same wage?
Employee was handled clerical tasks is out on FMLA until Dec - prob longer - job duties have to be filled or we do not receive funding from the state. If we place somone in her position on an interm b... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I use fmla to refuse overtime because of a medical condition I have after working 12 hours a day and 60 hours a week? I drive for a living and have a physical job and fatigue kicks in after working long hours, including anxiety.
Been working nearly 70 hours a week from April because of the pandemic. I have a medical condition that can cause of a serious accident. I have fmla, can I use it after 12 hours and 60 hours a week? applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

Can my employer refuse my return to work from FMLA Leave when I provide certification to return?
I was required to take FMLA Leave due to an alcohol addiction issue. I have returned to treatment and as of 3/19/2020 was certified to return to my full duties at work by my treatment counselor. Can m... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can my employer move me to another position if i am on intermittend leave?
I have fmla intermittend leave and every time i take a day off i provide a doctors note to my supervisor. My leaves caused for my supervisor and HR to move me from position because they said that i wa... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Am I still entitled to FMLA and use of sick leave during my 4 week notice period?
I submitted my 4 week notice of resignation, but will need to use a couple of days of sick leave to care for my spouse before the 4 weeks is up. I am eligible for FMLA based on length of employment, a... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

HR/Supervisor conduct
I have missed several days work for debilitating migraines for which I am seeing 3 doctors. (and I have that documentation) I took it upon myself to hand my neuroligist an FMLA document to complete be... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can a employer call you into work even tho I'm on FMLA. She the manager told me I would have to work cause they don't pay her enough to work two shifts. I just had knee surgery
I had knee surgery and was told by the surgeon that I needed at least two weeks off to heal. I had enough vacation time so that s not the problem. The problem was I had to work that Sunday even tho I'... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I am being fired for a clerical error on FMLA, what do I do?
I work for a large company. I've worked here for 5 and a half years. This past year I came into a super debilitating medical issue that was difficult to figure out. Upon figuring it out, I needed to t... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I was previously on intermittent FMLA leave and had multiple surgeries in 2013. In 2014 I was hospitalized with a collapsed lung and a tuberculosis diagnosis and was out of work until mid May. I was fired because I had exhausted leave but am currently sti
I was on intermittent FMLA for my heart condition. In the year 2013 I had different surgeries for non related conditions endometriosis and I had an oral surgery from a wisdom tooth. In January 2014 I ... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

I’ve been cleared to return to work but my boss is barely scheduling me.
I’ve been cleared to return to work after being on fmla. My boss put me on the schedule for 8 hours this week, and nothing so far on the future schedules. I’m a ft employee with 18 years at this c... applies to California · 0 answers

can my work deny me fmla if i got hurt on the job and was off 5 months?
I got hurt at work ( I work at a hospital) and was off for 5 months. They recently made me come back even though the dr they sent me to didn't think it as a good time. They threw in my face that I onl... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

In NC can Intermittent fmla be used to take a T1D child to & from achool
Can a parent of a T1D child use intermittent fmla time to take child to school and pick child up from school applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can i make up an unpaid 8hr FMLA day in the same week on sat or sun to have my 40hrs.
I have a son with cancer he goes for treatment every tuesday for roughly 6-8 hours at times other appointment or treatment take place changing this in to an all day event. My manager has change, i hav... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

In NC can I use my intermittent fmla to take my T1D child to & from school each day?
Have intermittent fmla for my 11 yo T1D daughter, she was diagnosed 10/5/16. I have been working at my current job for 10 years. She will start at a new school this upcoming year & the start & end tim... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can one go on a vacation while on FMLA and unable to work?
My mother put in for vacation time to go out of the country for 3 weeks several months prior to needing a leave of absence. In an unanticipated circumstance, she went to the doctor where they found lu... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have an employee who is going around town (we live in a small town) and to customer's and other employees telling them false statements about my company and other employees. What are my rights as an employer in this situation?
He is going around saying my company is going out of business and other lies about the company and going around saying some of my employees are on drugs. applies to Florida · 0 answers

My HR Office at my place of employment did not tell me that I would be charged 7 days of personal time prior to my FMLA starting back in January 2017 and no documents that I signed stated I would be charged these days either. Can my HR office legally char
On the 19th of Jan 2017 I went out on FMLA for 12 weeks because I had ACL Reconstruction surgery in my left knee. I am a salaried worker so my 12 weeks off was paid for by my company. I returned to wo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Why pay severance to low performing employees and not to performing employees
Low performing employees were offered a severance package, normally a volunteer package has been offered to all employees. Some of the low performing employees have been offered a job to work as contr... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Unlawful termination after being on FMLA
I worked at a retirement home for almost 2 years. A new person was hired and I trained her to cover my maternity leave. I left on FMLA 6/1/06 and was released 7/1/06. They did not have a job slot for ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

who do we contact are we protected
Employees of a 501c corporation are being harassed in the work place by incompetent and perhaps dishonest management. The organization has at least one contract with the city of Miami and does busines... applies to Florida · 2 answers

About to return from FMLA & my employer changed my hours of work from 9a-5p to 1p-5p. Is this legal?
I had a baby on 4/28/11. I was due to return to work from FMLA on 7/22/11 to my normal hours of 9am to 5pm. I received a letter from my employer yesterday telling me to return on 8/1/11 and to the hou... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I lost a day of vacation due to my time off for fmla.I usually start the year out with 2 weeks vacation but they only gave me 4 and said I can earn up to 5 more but I lost one because of time off for fmla. . Is this legal
I work 40 hrs. a week and was suppose to start the year with 10 vacation days. I was given 4 and said I have to earn the other 6 but not until after June 28 (Start date)will i get them. Is this legal?... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can I use FMLA to help my adult daughter with the birth of her baby?
I have worked for my employer for 18 years (Virginia). I have over 12 weeks of personal sick leave accrued. I want to take 6 weeks off for the birth of my adult daughter's baby. I submitted the FMLA f... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

I live in nebraska my son is 5months old and my day care provider says they will no longer be able to do sundays can I use my fmla for care of a new born on the sundays I have to work because I dont have child car?
I live in omaha nebraska and need to know if I can use my fmla for care of a new born on the days I dont have child care. I do have intermittent leave for care of a newborn applies to Nebraska · 1 answer

RIF and pregnancy discrimination is this right?
In February of this year the job that I was hired for went down and was “supposedly” going to start back up in April of 2020. I asked my manager if I could take an voluntary layoff (I had just fou... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I had a Secretary which was a coworker of mine, take a faxadressed prrivate and cconfidential to my supervisor. Read it outloud to others and then went to other staff and read it to them. She did this because my doctor said that I would need time off that
A coworker read a fax from the fax machine to my coworkers about my need to be absent from work. This was a medical leave which was covered under FMLA. She also read it to other staff. She was mad bec... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

I am currently on a leave, due to having surgery. My employer may not hold my job for me. I'm not protected under FMLA because I only worked there 4 months. Can I apply for unemployment when I have recuperated?
My employer stated they may not be able to hold my job for me. I only worked there 4 months, and needed surgery. So, can I receive benefits when I recuperate, thus able to work? Apparently, I was told... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Due to my pregnancy my Dr put me on overtime restriction. Since overtime is mandatory it takes away from my FMLA. Where I'm confused is most overtime is on an as needed basis to cover if someone calls in on another shift. If no one volunteers then someone
I'm not allowed to work overtime for the duration of my pregnancy. I'm using FMLA to cover the overtime that's mandated. Mandated overtime is on an as needed basis. And majority is covering when someo... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can my employer change my schedule for intermittent FMLA (chronic condition)?
I have a chronic coniditon that will cause me to miss work during flare ups and I've been approved for an intermittent FMLA. I'm an hourly supervisor and my managers are trying to adjust my schedule f... applies to California · 0 answers

I think my boss is targeting me because of intermittent FMLA use. Can I do anything about this?
I think my boss is targeting me because of FMLA use. I work for the post office, and I was awarded intermittent FMLA in October (it is now January) to provide care for my disabled spouse. At the end o... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

hello i need some advise my employer offers a 26 week std or ans leave for me if im injured off the job but they are telling me that the fmla law lets them take my vacations before my std aor ans would kick in my std is for 26 weeks am i entitled to an
they are telling me if i go out on std or ans that the time im off goes against my 12 weeks of fmla but im on std or ans but im entitled to 26 weeks of std or ans applies to Maryland · 0 answers

If you have a note from your health care provider that you are fit to return to work after FMLA can your employer question it and have you seen by their own physician (in this case employing company is a hospital)
employer is a hospital - wants employee to have exam at the hospital when returning back from fmla even though employee has OK to return to work from their own health care provider applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Not eligible for FMLA, being forced to pay company paid insurance premiumS
I am 8 months pregnant and have recently been informed since I will be taking unpaid maternity leave and will be taking off one full month that I would be responsible for paying the $400 insurance pre... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Can my employer deny my leave which is potentially FMLA qualifying after adequate notice without asking me further questions or for medical certification and not providing rights and responsibilities documents? I took the semi emergent leave anyway and wa
Leave flatly denied despite adequate notice of leave to care for autistic son. No further questions, no request for certification and no FMLA paperwork (rights and responsibilities) Took leave anyway ... applies to New York · 0 answers

my employer voided my active fmla case because my other application expired. can they do that.
My employer is stating that if i have two active fmla applications for myself and for my child, one voids the other when one expires. is this true? No I did not use the 12 weeks allotted, and it is do... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Since june 1 I have been out on injury and I filed for fmla, I haven't received no pto or sick pay, I recently recontacted my employer hr department which said they was checking into it no one ever called, now its July and they won't let me borrow against
I broke my ankle June 1st, and unable to work for 3 months, I was on bed rest, I notified my employer and my doctor faxed paperwork, I applied for fmla, but I haven't received no pto or sick pay and t... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Are there any rights to those employees who are laid off?
Are there any rights to those employees who are laid off? For instance, we just had another layoff, making it #5 for the year. Our company employs over 500 employees in our Dallas location. I work in ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What day decides the first day of your FMLA
Does your employer have to give you in writing when your first day of FMLA begins? I work two on and two off and every other weekend. My surgery was scheduled for September 16, 2013 but on Sept. 13 re... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

does fmla cover absentism due to sick baby
Ever since I have returned to work from my maternity leave, I have missed a number of days & have been late a lot due to having to tend to my son. He has been sick a lot(nothing terribly serious) sinc... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is there a federal law that allows management to remove nonexempt employees from federal service for taking overtime and all exempt employees to remain employed when they take overtime?
I was the timekeeper technician that input timesheets into the DISA system for federal employees, but there were 18 supervisors that gave me the timesheets for employees they supervised as well as the... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my wife get FMLA to care for her adult sibling, who has mental disability, and had a near fatal heart attack recently? His care giving mother (who also has my wife as POS) cannot care for him since surgery?
Mentally challenged 52 year old sibling of my wife was cared for by his mother (age 87) since birth; but his recent heart attack has left no one to care for him but my sibling wife. She is POA for bot... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Can my employer tell other employees what I say?
I turned in employees for stealing and my employer told the employees I told on them. Now we have a seriously hostile work environment. What can I do, if anything. applies to Texas · 0 answers

I was told after requesting to start FMLA that I would lose my exempt employee status and be put on hourly. HR has since changed her mind. Do I have a claim?
I'm a salaried employee. I recently had a picc line put in. I turned in a man for sexual harassment last summer 2016. Since I have had work taken from me and when I asked about FMLA I was told by our ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

My employer since 2009 gave bonuses at year end to all employees except to 2 employees i. The excluded employees were not privy of the existence of the bonus, they made them believe only the union workers were eligible, the 2 excluded employees recently f
My employer has a bonus plan for all Union , non Union employees excluding the 2 physicians working full time, employer told physicians that bonus were only for Union employees, as managerial they wer... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Can they reduce salaries as well as lay off employees?
My employer (located in New York State) is having some financial difficulties. As a result the company is now reducing all salaried employees' pay by 18% for the next 7 weeks as well as shutting down ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is it legal for 2 company's that share employees to make their employees clock out at one place?
Is it legal for two major companies (Toyota and Chevy) that share employees to make the employees clock out at one place once they have reached max hours before overtime kicks in and clock in at the o... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Took medical leave for surgery, dr wouldn't release me to return, said I would never work again, company fired me once fmla was exhausted, they refused to pay me vacation time or any severance. When I questioned it, I was told they don't do severance anym
I'm in my 40s, female, wasn't released from dr care before fmla exhausted, was fired and denied vacation pay or severance, close to a year afterward, my boss, Male in 40s was fired and got vacation pa... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Can you switch back & forth between FMLA & EST time during a sick leave?
I have recently been diagnosed with Lupus & the Rheumatology Doctor has started me on what he states is a very strong medication that will possibly make me ill for a length of time. He states he wants... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Do employers usually drug test when returning to work from fmla due to a non work related surgery?
Recently had surgery on my wrist do to a non work injury. Do employers usually drug test upon returning to work from fmla ? applies to California · 0 answers

Most of the people in our office are being laid off some are pregnant due before thier last day
If an employee has a last day of September 15th and are offered a stay bonus to stay until September 15th. They are due to have their child around that time. If they go out before their last day do yo... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

My physician is refusing to allow my husband to take FMLA to care for me after my back surgery.
My recovery is at least 6 weeks and we were asking for just 2 weeks on the FMLA paperwork. The Doctor wrote in that i would need care for at least 2 weeks but then in the length of time needed he fill... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

FL co. terminated me after FMLA, stating "unable to reasonably accommodate me w/my MD restrictions.
I am a Florida RN. Have been employed with my company for 6 years. Had Total knee replacement and took FMLA starting Sept 21, I have Lupus also. Company dragged their feet in accommodating me with my ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I be asked to relocate before coming back from maternity leave under FMLA?
I am due back at work in 2 weeks after taking leave, all paperwork was filed, in August for the birth of my child. My employer called me stating that my position was moved out of state, they state no ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Can I be written up for not calling off 30 minutes before my shift if I have ups that occur anytime?
My department policy is to call off 30 minutes prior to my shift, however I have intermittent FMLA for flare ups that can happen at anytime and I let them know as soon as I am able to but I recently r... applies to West Virginia · 1 answer

What options/rights do I have with continued harassment through my FMLA due to PTSD?
I was placed on FMLA by my therapist and my doctor due to PTSD related issues. It specifically stated certain tasks that I would not be able to handle in addition to limited hours. My HR department ma... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

What can be done if an employer closes and bounces all paychecks for employees?
Hello, Employer recently laid off employees in the form of an email with no notice, on a scheduled pay date. These checks then bounced meaning the employees are out 3 weeks of pay (the 2 on the payche... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

Does my winter break count towards my 12 weeks of FMLA time?
I am a teacher due at the beginning of December. We get two weeks of time off at Christmas. My employer recently told me that the two weeks at Christmas are not counted towards my 12 weeks of FMLA tim... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

FMLA question - reinstatement to an equivalent position
I am currently on family leave after the birth of my baby. I was told that: 1) The part-time position I held since April 2000 will be eliminated at the end of my family leave, and 2) I must work full-... applies to California · 1 answer

I work for the state and am 8 mos pregnant I was planning to take my leave on July 31st my due date is Aug. 24th. I was told that I had to work until my due date of Aug. 24th. I have acquired FMLA but was never really explained how it works. Today I went
I had my Dr. write a note to place me on lightduty because I had a miscarriage a year ago at work and he felt I should not be lifting heavy residents on my own. At that time they put me on lightduty a... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have intermittent FMLA to care for my husbands chronic medical conditions. My husband is disabled. Do the disability harassment laws extend to me because of his disability. I have been getting a lot of attitude and harassment lately at work for using my
My husband is disabled and has severely herniated discs and significant nerve damage. He has "episodes" where he cannot talk, walk, or even lift his harms/hands. When he has these episodes I have to d... applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

My employer is harassing me every few days about being out for intermittant FMLA.
My employer is harassing me every few days because I have extreme pain daily in the A.M. That makes it difficult for me to get to work. I am late most days, usually about 10-30 minutes. I do contact t... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

i live in florida. I'm on fmla and I resigned with a 2 week notice which has been met to completion. I have some remaining pto, is the company required to pay out my earned pto?
I resigned with 2 week notice. On fmla, with remaining pto balance that was earned the first year I was employed then able to use it thereafter. I've resigned with notice mentioning I'd like to be pai... applies to Florida · 1 answer

went on fmla dr. note, out off work. disability for i year. does the employer have right too terminate you?
question? at the top. employee have a right too come back employer. approved by a drs note. disability . state off tn. assurant disability, .does the emploer have a right too terminate you. could not ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Valid claim?
To shorten a very long story, I had filed FMLA paperwork with my employer. The condition I have sometimes makes it not possible for me to call in by a certain time EVERY day to report my absence for t... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Can i take fmla a day at a time when needed? employer says no week at a time only.
Is it OK for an employer to tell me that i can't use fmla intermittenly? If my baby was sick and i had to leave that day they said i could'nt i have to give them a 30 day advanced notice. How can i pr... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

RE: Asked 3 questions and no responses for months. Anyone out there?
In response to Jim Barna: Can my employer deny my leave which is potentially FMLA qualifying after adequate notice without asking me further questions or for medical certification and not providing ri... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer put a listening device in the office without the employees knowledge?
There are only two employees plus the doctor in our office. The two employees are extremely and have very private conversations that doctor has made comments about many times. Many times the things we... applies to Florida · 1 answer

When changing corporate entity (name and EIN) do employees have to complete new employment paperwork? (I9, W4, etc)
I have employees in IL, IN, NY, MI, and OR. applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Employer is using other employees to attack me
Can a retaliation strategy from a boss be where he uses other employees to bully instead of him? applies to Washington · 0 answers

If you have as an employer overpaid your salary employees can you get the money back? For a small business? If they don’t want to pay back can you fire with cause and begin a civil suit?
We overpaid or salary employees for 17 paychecks paid them 40 hour salary 40 hours regular. It’s a small business and for employees were overpaid. We are now aware of the mistake and the employees d... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Retroactive FMLA Application
My wife missed work due to our 5-month old son's admittance to the emergency room with a diagnosis of pneumonia. She notified her employer that she would be out following normal call out procedures du... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Do I have a claim in civil court based on these facts?
I sent a letter to hr director because I felt my rights were violated. After an investigation by the hr director, my claims of a hippa violation by my supervisor and also claims of fmla violation of i... applies to Oklahoma · 0 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

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 · 0 answers

What if I feel that my termination was due to some retaliation from an earlier incident?
In July 2009, I was terminated because my boss accused me of falsifying a doctor's statement. Well, after everything was investigated, I was reinstated. I was covered under FMLA as well. Well once I w... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I was recently terminated due to the failure to integrate my employees with the customer
Termination due to failure to integrate my personnel with the customer. My employees were in fact working to the customers schedule and under their direction. All very traceable. This the continuation... applies to Washington · 0 answers

if staff volunteered to pick up a shift is it not an issue with Fair Labor?
We have PT employees who can work up to but not including 30 hrs a week - our FT employees are any staff that work 30 or more hours per week. If we have PT employees that are volunteering to pick up h... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

How is Concurrent Short-term Disability with Continuous FMLA affected by a Severance Agreement
I went on short-term disability for breast cancer the day before my employer terminated my entire department. Under the STD insurance, I can receive up to 12 weeks of income at a reduced rate (75%) an... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I'm an approved intermittent FMLA. I have learned by position is being eliminated. I have been summoned to my HR Department to discuss options. Can they speak to me about options while I'm leave.
My position is being eliminated because some not all of the functions are being out-sourced. I had been told I would be transferred to another area of my department but have now learned they want my f... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Fmla now having to resign but still ill should I go back?
I started with intermittent FMLA due to figuring out what was going on with me. I then recieved a few scans of my brain and there was fluid. I had a Lumbar puncture that did not go well and i was diag... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

I will be taking FMLA for paternity leave. My employer wants to force me to take vacation before I'm eligible for FMLA so that they can have a set start date for a temp worker. Can they force me out early since I don't know what day my child will be born?
I will be training a temp worker in the weeks before my wife's due date. My employer wants me to use vacation days before the due date because the temp agency won't allow intermittent employment while... applies to California · 0 answers

Can a boss pay employees cash for per deim?
This employer has been paying his employees late (2 wks or more) with cash when payroll checks bounce. Once the payroll checks started bouncing, he started paying per deim in cash. He usually shorts h... applies to California · 2 answers

Is there a limit to the number of years you can invoke fmla due to a chronic illness covered by ADA
I have a chronic illness covered under ADA. It is a lifelong disability. Is there a limit to the number of years I can invoke Fmla? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can FMLA be used for a sister?
applies to Ohio · 1 answer

FMLA Denial
I am currently on reduced schedule leave my doctor required for a new chronic health condition. My employer automatically refused my FMLA without any paperwork. She said what I have people live with i... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I manage nurses in one of the most difficult programs at my place of employment. I have been falsely accused of being too harsh, too critical by employees with personal problems that do not tolerate constructive criticism from me. My senior manager has no
I manage nurses in one of the most difficult programs at my place of employment. I have been falsely accused of being too harsh, too critical by employees with personal problems that do not tolerate c... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

In CA, I am on FMLA for 3 months, my company told me that I have to turn in my company car, are they allowed to do that?
In CA, I am on FMLA for 3 months, my company told me that I have to turn in my company car, are they allowed to do that? I don't have any other means of transportation. applies to California · 0 answers

(usps) notice of removal action for fmla absences was cancelled. what does that mean?
9/2009 notice of removal given to employee. 10/2009 notice recinded for fmla covered days. 1/13/2010 another notice of removal more covered days used. while in non-pay status til greivence arbitration... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can recertified FMLA be dennied if a required class is taken during the time specified ?
I had an ruptured diviticuli which resulted in abdominal abcess and two hospilizations with surgery. I obtained the required paperwork from MD and submitted and was on FMLA leave from july 10th to the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I be terminated if I was approved for FMLA caring for a I’ll mother from cancer October 30th, mother past 11/5 I take iLL afterwards suffering from anxiety hypertension depression chest pains doctor give me a doctors note 11/30 stating I am u Dee he
Approved FMLA end of October 2017 to care for mother that had cancer mother past 11/5 I took ILL 11/30 my doctor gave me a note stating I’m under her care from 11/6 and can return 1/3/2018 I took it... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I was fired for dishonesty, I have fmla . I picked up extra work and had to call In sick for it . I provided doctors notes , the findings that I indeed had a staph infection and also daycare documentation. They said that they are not questioning my illnes
I was terminated for dishonesty , I have fmla , I picked up additional flying . I had to call out sick for . I provided doctors notes and also the finding of my illness which was a staph infection. I ... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Can a corporation tell you and employees to get tougher skin and allow an abusive customer in store?
Customer entered store for the first time that day and was mad at the world and took it out on my employees, my customers, and myself. I never made any negative comments to this lady nor did my custom... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can I be forced to work evenings if my wife's doctor has filled out an FMLA form stating I must be with her in the evenings?
My wife has multiple autoimmune conditions that debilitate her at times, and cause many sleep issues. She is often incapable of driving or preparing meals for herself. Her doctor filled out an FMLA fo... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

I want to know if I was wrongfully terminated?
I worked for the same company for over 2 years. I was recently admitted to the hospital & it ended in me having a condition that I have flare ups that would prevent me from working coupled with the me... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for an employer to request mandatory overtime from non-exempt (hourly) employees over the weekend and make it policy that if the employees cannot do the OT they must use their accrued PTO time? State is Florida.
Is it legal for an employer to request mandatory overtime from non-exempt (hourly) employees over the weekend and make it policy that if the employees cannot do the OT they must use their accrued PTO ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Upon returning from a requested FMLA, my Dr, requested I work 2nd shift as opposed to 3rd shift
Can my Dr request me to return from a FMLA on 2nd shift(in which I worked when I left) instead of 3rd shift, as this was part of my leave initially. I needed to be off as I was exhausted and anxious, ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Do I have to pay my exempt employees during my company's shutdown between Christmas and New Years?
Our business is closing between Christmas and New Years. We have exempt and non-exempt employees, (salaried and hourly). I've read that exempt employees have to be paid for the week but other articles... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Am I being retaliated against by my employer for taking FMLA leave to care for a sick parent?
Not sure if I am being retaliated against by my employer. I took 6 weeks approved FMLA leave to care for my mother after a traumatic brain injury and emergency surgery that left her in a coma for 2 we... applies to New Jersey · 2 answers

my wife is on FMLA and her supervisor everyday is texting her
my wife is on FMLA and her supervisor everyday is texting her and saying how others can't take off because she's "not at work". She's continued to ask when she'll be back and she's needing her back as... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Returing to work long enough to not have to reimburse benefits paid by employer after FMLA leave.
If I decided I don't want to return to work after FMLA maternity leave, I understand that I would have to reimburse my employer for my benefits they paid while I was off. How long would I have to work... applies to Texas · 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 am a mother to a 4 year old with Down Syndrome dealing with discrimination at my job. In 2013 after a friendly manager warned that upper management was complaining about my time out of the office, I requested FMLA. I have worked at my company for over 1
I have worked for my company for over 18 years with no issues or bad review. Now I have a child born with a lifetime disability and I qualify for intermittent FMLA and now they are saying I am not doi... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 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

An employee is asking for intermittent leave for their parent to take to appointments and assist with ADL's as needed. Can you ask the employee to reschedule appointments or deny her request for a day she has requested when adequate staffing is not availa
Intermittent FMLA for an employee to care for their parent when adequate staffing is not available. Employee has requested a day of FMLA when the department is already short-staffed. Can the request f... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Can my employer require me to change a shift although it is in my job description?
I have been on FMLA leave for nine weeks and am due to return to my job next week. I have been employed there over two years. My job discription requires my ability to work flexible shifts. I normally... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Am I allowed to prohibit my employees from discussing their annual performance reviews with their coworkers?
I understand the law allowing employees to discuss their pay and working conditions with coworkers but I'm asking strictly about performance evaluations. I always furnish copies of the evaluations to ... applies to Maine · 0 answers

If I have an FMLA restriction to work no more than 8 hours per day and no more than 40 hours per week, can my employer change my normal work scheduled from M-F to T-S. Saturdays are not guaranteed hours as they cancel them often. Therefore, this leaves me
My new FMLA paperwork was received. My restrictions are no more than 8 hours a day and no more than 40 hours per week. Also two consecutive days off. My normal work schedule is Monday - Friday. My emp... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If there are 8 employees that were asked to stay with the company until a given date,
is it legal to give only 7 of the employees a retention bonus. My company is scheduled to close on 4/15 and I was the only employee not offered a retention bonus. In my opinion, I should have received... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Defamation to share disparaging survey comments with all employees
I work for the government in a union job in a senior position (with 5 others) alongside a class of ~200 employees. There was an employee that a year ago wanted one of our positions, didn’t get the j... applies to California · 0 answers

Non Complete Agreement w/non disclosure of important information
Director had all employees sign a non compete agreement just before a company was sold (Director knew about the sale, employees did not). Result is that employees cannot work for the new owner because... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non-compete agreement for moonlighting employees
We have several managers and staff employees that perform the same work for us as they do when they "moonlight" for our competitors(ie, bartend, banquet server, or waiter). Can we limit this moonlight... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can an employer change your schedule without notice while your on fmla
I have been off work with my company since September 2018 with the schedule of 6-3pm. My fmla will end in about two weeks and I have not been contacted by my job regarding any schedule change. I recen... applies to California · 0 answers

Do I have to take my vacation time before I can take medical leave (FMLA)?..They told me I can take my next years vacation time, I don't want to, do I have to take any vacation time before taking medical leave? Thank you
Hi, I was in hospital for a few days, I have no sick days or vacation time left, human resources told me they can use my next years vacation time to cover for my attendance... I am going to need more ... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Bully for a boss with no help from HR
I need some advice/help with a bully for a boss. She rules by intimidation and fear, constantly subjects her employees to condescension, sarcasm, belittlement and smugness. Her direction to her employ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I take leave FMLA leave to care for my mentally disabled adult sibling in hospice care?
I have a mentally disabled adult sibling who has been placed in hospice care with a terminal heath condition. I am paying the cost of hospice care for him. Can I take leave under the FMLA "in loco par... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can my employer require me to use paid time off when working a reduced schedule?
I have fibromyalgia, arthritis, GERD and back problems. I had back surgery in September. I walk with a cane. I have filled out the FMLA forms for intermittent leave and have used it this year. I have ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What do I do?
Today, I was accused of conducting myself in an unethical manner in the workplace. Two women made a complaint about me sometime over the past week or two. I have worked along side both of these employ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Regional Manager spoke to employees in break room making accusations that I was abusing drugs at wor
My regional manager told employees in the break room that he heard and felt I was participating in the use of recreational drugs at work. This man has a reputation in which people believe what he says... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

I have recently been off work since April and have used all my FMLA leave due to cancer. I have recently finished radiation and my employer stated if I did not return by Nov 23rd my position would not be available. My doctor has released me to full time d
Used my entire FMLA leave for cancer treatment. Treatment is now finished and my doctor released me to full time without any restrictions per my job description. My employer is stating that I need to ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

retaliation/discrimination/pregnancy/fmla violations
Similar to your last posted question, I too am employed with GEICO for the past 7 yrs and believe as there top producer for the southern region that I am being retaliated against due to filing an inte... applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

I need a couple weeks family leave and the company is too small for FMLA, what rights do I have?
I have been employeed here for 24 years. I rarely am off work except for doctors and scheduled vacation. I have a family crisis and need a few weeks off, not only for my own health but to help my son ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employed with a company for 12 years. Received a right to sue letter in 2006. I did not follow through, however after I resigned in 2011, five years later I have discovered the company retaliated by using my FMLA against me on my separation form. The sepa
Upon applying for my previous position this year, I did not receive an interview. Requested to see personal file July 2016. Discovered the information above in the question. Yes, I did miss a lot of t... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

My employer only allows I restroom break for and 8.5 hr day.
My employer only allows us one bathroom break per 8.5 hr day & it can only be 3 minutes long. Not only do they time me but, they will actually send a supervisor into the bathroom & she will act like s... applies to New Mexico · 1 answer

Can a company shutting down give severance to some employees but not all?
I'm a Seasonal employee. Seasonal employees found out about company will be shutting down Nov or Dec. Now some Seasonal employees get Severance but not all. Is that fair? applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

Can an employee who has paid sick days, use them first and then apply for FMLA?
applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Does my winter break count towards my 12 weeks of FMLA time?
applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Does your FMLA time start from the date your condition started?
Does your FMLA time start from the date your condition started? applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Can a daycare require its employees to work overtime for straight pay weekly?
I'm not sure of what the annual gross for the company is and I know a little about the labor laws. The owners do not pay any of their hourly employees overtime for hours over 40 hours. Is this legal f... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

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 it discrimination if an employer avoids scheduling higher pay scale employees on Sunday?
Employees that have been with the company for a substantial amount of time are "grandfathered in" to be paid time and a half on Sundays. Newer employees are paid their hourly rate plus a dollar when w... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Can benefits be selectively changed for a small group
I work for a large US company, part of a multi-national. The company has US-wide benefits policy for all 20000 employees. The company purchased a small company. My unit with 125 employees was integrat... applies to California · 1 answer

Personal Insurance Verification
A company is requesting a copy of each employees personal auto insurance information for those employees that regularly drive for company business. Most of the employees do not have driving positions ... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Can companies set requirements to withhold servence pay from older workers
Recently my company sold our business contracts and is in the process of shutting down operating units within the plant. One area of the plant will remain running and they have decided to staff that a... applies to Texas · 0 answers

My legal rights using sick/FMLA time
I have been using sick time and FMLA from a large corporation for treatment of severe depression and anxiety for the last 2 months. My doctor has filled out ample forms requested and recently was aske... applies to Ohio · 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

What if I make up the time during the same week, can that be counted against my FMLA 12 weeks?
So the company I work for allows us to make up time if we leave for an illness/appointment or if you arrive late for illness/appointment. If I do this should those hours I was gone be counted against ... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

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

Is this be Family leave retaliation?
I work in the state of California. I recently took three weeks off to care for my wife as she is having a very troublesome pregnancy. Her doctor completed the standard fmla certification form that I w... applies to California · 1 answer

What protections against discrimination (religious and medical)? I work for a small business with less than 5 employees in California. I believe I was wrongfully terminated, but the EEOC and DFEH only handle businesses with 5 or more employees. Why would
I am figuring out how to pursue my employer for wrongful termination. applies to California · 0 answers

legality og hiring 10 part time employees rather than 5 full time employees to avoid paying benifits
applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer accomodite 2 employees sched. for childcare & deny 1 who has child w/diabetes?
I was working second shift & was asked by my employer to switch spots w/another employee & work mornings, now 3 months later the other employee wants mornings back for childcare reasons so they moved ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

sexual discrimination
i am getting written up for things and i see that other employees are doing pretty much the same, ie swearing. Also, i am not being utilized because i am certified and i see that work im certified in ... applies to New York · 1 answer

We have an employee that was approved for FMLA with a frequency of use stated as
Details in question applies to Illinois · 0 answers

My daughter was in hosypital for 5 months I was on fmla an they fired me
Car accident applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

can someone diagnosed with irritable bowell sydrome qualify for intermittent fmla?
applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Fmla also Ada
Im a CNA and im confused my employer said I didn't qualify for FMLA I was 16 hours. But did give me a medical leave of absence which isn't that kind of the same thing I had to have knee surgery from a... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Are state job interviewers allowed to tell other employees who they are interviewing for a position?
I was a candidate being interviewed at the college I work at when one of the people doing the interviewing told his employees that I took the day off to go to the interview. applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is there a cut-off that employees must submit their commuting expenses?
I see employees submitting expenses for from 3-9 months ago. Iv'e seen T & E policies state that if they are not submitted by the 5th business day of the following month the expenses are incurred - th... applies to New York · 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

Suprvsr told HR I needed FMLA before I decided 2 have surgery. What can I do?
My supervisor requested FMLA from HR seven days before my doctors appt to discuss surgical and non-surgical options. My doctor and I decided to definitely schedule surgery but now I can't meet the 15 ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can my employer deny me coming back to work while on FMLA ?
My fiance was injured OFF the job on March 18th 2013. He broke his wrist, was in the hospital until the 20th. He ended up going back to the hospitalMarch 29th 2013 and had surgery and was released Mar... 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

My Doctor is having surgery,will not keep all employees
My Doctor will be having a hipr replacement. He will not keep all employees. Can I collect unemployment applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

new York in on fmla for stress & anxiety with intermittent leaves where I have flare up, outburst, and erratic behavior. when I went to work as a Forman getting my work duties the previous supervisor stated that a co work on my shift was out yesterday and
new York in on fmla for stress & anxiety with intermittent leaves where I have flare up, outburst, and erratic behavior. when I went to work as a Forman getting my work duties the previous supervisor ... applies to New York · 0 answers

I have a claim I am sending to my companies ethics website to investigate. Is it best to send the documents of proof? If yes, does this include if it proves wrong doings of members of management? Even having been attempts to cover it up?
Brief explain I am filing a claim with my companies ethics, based from numerous accounts of harassment and targeting. My supervisor had been informed and has even witnessed occasions of this himself. ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have been employed with USPS as RCA for 9yrs part time, non union member. I have had two kidney surgeries in the last month and my kidneys are still full of stones so my problem has not been resolved. I have had my FMLA paper work filled out along with
I have been employed with USPS as an RCA part time non union member for 9 yrs. I have Kidney stones really bad and worked for 6months in pain before finding out it was my kidneys to the point it was s... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can employer read private e-mail w/o notice?
I was recently terminated by my employer for disclosing "confidential" information. The confidential information was a resignation letter that a former employee copied to me (I forwarded it to two oth... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is is legal to force current employees to sign a workplace culture agreement as a term of their employment, though it was not an original term of their employment when they were hired? And, if he/she violates that workplace culture agreement, can they be
A "workplace culture" agreement has been introduced into the required employment terms for new employees at my company. According to upper management, all employees, including those who have worked at... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Is it legal to lower the reqminimum qualifications of jobs for company employees vs external c
Is it legal to lower the required minimum qualifications of jobs for company employees vs external candidates? Can these requirements be different? For example, can the required minimum qualifications... applies to New York · 0 answers

Can an employee on FMLA work side jobs?
Can they attend training and get paid while on leave? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I was approved for FMLA , however my employer is stating that I violated Employee Handbook policy.
Am I protected? applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can my employee withhold a pay raise from me while giving other employees a raise becasue I am going on a non-medical leave of absence for 90 days?
I am going to take a leave of absence from my job in Texas with a thrift shop (non-profit) and go to to work for the IRS for 90 days. Can my employer withhold a raise I am promised (along with other e... applies to Texas · 0 answers

How can an employer, funded by the government get away with violating laws?
FMLA violations-usage documented on annual review Discriminate-against an employee with a disability that was stable be allowed to intentionally exposed employee to horrific working conditions that in... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

Can I sue a state agency for discrimination and retaliation?
My son's physician completed the FMLA certification for intermittent FMLA to continue his therapy. I filed a complaint with HR because I believe my supervisor denied it to retaliate against me. Never ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I was rehired as an employee of a county government, when rehired the HR department used my original hire date to pay vacation time. They even increased my time on the old anniversary date. I went on FMLA and my time was audited and now they have taken aw
Hired in 2000 worked for one county dept., changed county department in 1-1 2013 and let go in 12-31-2014. Worked part time for 3 months same county department then hired full time by different county... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Denied the option of using intermittent leave that would have assisted me better.
I was approved for FMLA leave to care for my mother who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer/Dementia. She also suffered from rhematoid athritis. I requested Intermitted leave (reduced schedule) but was ... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

salary cut to hire new employees?
Hello Mel I have been working for a Travel Agency close to three years now. My Salary has been cut 3 times since then. I was advised in advance but I did not give written permission. Despite this pay ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My work place says one thing and insurance company says different. Fmla problems..
employed at Wal-Mart. All criteria was met to qualify for fmla leave. HR never attempted to get in touch with me regarding the leave until a month after it had begun. Wal-Mart HR tells me one thing Se... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Can my employer terminate me if not back by the end of the 12 weeks?
I have been on FMLA since 7/19/10 due to a serious illness. I used my 10 sick days from the start. My employer is using those days as my FMLA. Can they do that? I have been under the care of several s... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Exempt employee and making up missed time
I am an exempt employee for a municipality. One morning I had car trouble and was an hour late for work. I did call work and explain the situation. Later the same day, my supervisor told me to just wo... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Terminated while on FMLA
I was terminated from work while on FMLA. I submitted the paperwork that the doctor filled out. They said it was not filled out correctly and needed the doctor to redo it. They said they mailed the fo... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can an employer dock or not pay exempt salaried employees when the company does mandatory shut downs
Salaried employees must use their personal and sick time for company mandatory shutdown due to holidays or lack of work company has. They are docking hours if predetermined exempt employees do not hav... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

My doctor messed up my FMLA paperwork on flare-ups from the previous paperwork can I have him back date the new paperwork to cover days missed
My doctor said he filled out my FMLA paperwork the same way the old one was filled out. But he messed up on my flare-ups. Can I have him back date it for days missed? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I have a question .. 1 st missed day of work was Sept 8 th 2014 I used Eib time n then went on a Fmla my surgery for me was female stuff .. Dr didn't have an opening Untill Dec 8 th but had a cancel and got me in on Oct 20 th 2014 put me off work for 8 fu
I have a question .. 1 st missed day of work was Sept 8 th 2014 I used Eib time n then went on a Fmla my surgery for me was female stuff .. Dr didn't have an opening Untill Dec 8 th but had a cancel a... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can I hire contract (1099) employees to staff Hospice companies?
I want to start a staffing agency that hires nurses to staff Continuous Carr needs of hospice companies. I want to know if I can hire the employees as 1099 contract or if I have to hire them as employ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

salaried employees
Is there a law regarding whether or not it is appropriate to have salaried employees punching in and out with a time clock? applies to Illinois · 1 answer

What is my rights ?
Had Doctor to fill out FMLA papers , which stated I suffered from copd, cronic sinutitus . I would have flare ups sometimes every month . Example tonsilillitis 4 times this year due to bacterial infec... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

unpaid severance pay
I was employed with a mid sized company for 10 years until my employment was terminated in 2014. I was on FMLA bc of my father's illness and was unable to return after the FMLA expired. I filed for um... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

FMLA Certification incomplete
I am a union rep .My question is for an employee of the company. He went out on FMLA and the company gave him FMLA paper work. He gave it to his doctor. The doctor completed the paper work and returne... applies to New York · 1 answer

can my employer require me to pay for my benefits while off on fmla due to surgery?
non union government employee applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can a boss have different rules for certain employees?
Can an employer pressure some employees to work hard, while allowing other employees to do little work without penalty? Isn't this a form of discrimination? For instance, our furniture store office mg... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

If I had fmla paper filled out and was approve how far can I go back on my attendance but paper work wasn't filled out right to go back and cover those days . Was let go and then my doctor refilled out for those days for my mental health issues
My attendance was bad bcs of a mental health issues I have I missed to many days and then I found out abt fmla from other people and ask my employer for some for Doctor to fill out but didn't get all ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Benefits, pay increase given to male colleagues only
My boss has decided after 23 years of impeccable service that I am a poor employee due to complaints from my male colleagues that it isn't right that I make more money than them. Since I started this ... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

CAN EMPLOYEES ON THE JOB HARRESS AND EMPLOYEE THAT HAS AND MENTAL ILLNESS DISABILITY ON THE JOB
I WANTED TO KNOW CAN EMPLOYEES BE HARRESSING AND CURSING AND EMPLOYEE ON THE JOB THAT HAS AND MENTAL HEALTH DISABILITY ILLNESS. IF IT IS STATED IN AND PERSON WITH AND DISABILITY JOB ACCOMENDATION THAT... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Does the owner have to honor my severance agreement made with my boss that is no longer here?
My boss (who hired me, and ran the office I worked in) agreed to a severance package along with some other things I requested when I was hired 5 years ago. All because it was a small company and FMLA/... applies to North Carolina · 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

FMLA/STD surgery scheduled my time will run out
Filed wc denied their IME came back with different results. I asked my doc for a 2nd opinion, he said yes and gave me the referral. At that time my upper extremities were completely shot requiring tes... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I was wrongfully cursed out in front of other employees and the owners of the contract company we worked for ,mfer,and others and terminated for something I didn't do ,
I Told a employee had to go to restroom, on a construction site,whan boss didn't see me started cussing me out in frt of other employees and mgrs applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is it legal in NJ for a company to pay pro-rated bonuses to select employees and full to others without any merit (ie performance reviews, contract, etx.)?
Employees & management had eithe guaranteed or diacretionary bonuses. Of the employees with discretionary bonuses in their contract (including all of management), only a select few were pro-rated with... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Can a company deny retro pay when the manager was at fault for the review not being turned in on time?
The company has always paid retro. Lately, the upper management has been making rules as they go. There is no known policy handbooks or any type of information for employees. Recently I finally had my... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Who do I report unlawful termination to and what can I do to get compensation for my hardships?
Area lead lied about me to boss and got me terminated while I was in the process of filing intermittent fmla. One of my shifts that I for sure worked is now showing up in my termination letter as an u... applies to Utah · 0 answers

How do I handle an abusive supervisor
I have a supervisor that is failing at their job and has gone on record saying that I have a better job and wishes that he had mine. I am performing a very high level and have consistently been one of... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can the HR manager say that he needs to "get with corporate" on FMLA approval? I really feel uncomfortable about this since it has my medical condition on the paperwork. I meet all criteria easily. Thank you.
applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is there any law that gives salaried employees some flexibility without using PTO?
I manage a group of salaried traveling marketing managers in a company that typically has had mostly hourly employees. Their salaries are in line with industry for their jobs but it seems that Senior ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have been working as a manager at mcdonalds and I have seen and heard and witnessed my gm creating a very hostile environment with her intimation, employees fear her and she calls names humilates and embrasses her employees She had one manager relocate
Hostile work enivironment applies to Utah · 0 answers

accused of doing druges offerd a u/a but was not given one when other employees are doing drugesand the boos is doing nothing or say nothing to the others
accused of doing drugs offered a u/a but was not given one when other employees are doing drugs and the boss has been told that and did nothing applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Same job, differen pay/benefits
I worked for a company that is a legal subsidiary of another company. There are employees who are paid by the subsidiary company and employees who are paid by the parent company performing the same jo... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

I am on FMLA due to mental stress because of a hostile work environment. I reported it to HR but all I was told was if I couldn’t handle it I should take a leave and if I wanted HR would assist me in finding a more suitable job for me. I asked if my med
I am on FMLA due to mental stress because of a hostile work environment. I reported it to HR but all I was told was if I couldn’t handle it I should take a leave and if I wanted HR would assist me i... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

Can a company treat 12-hr. shift employees differently than 8-hr. shift employees?
applies to Illinois · 0 answers

12 week leave of absence covered by FMLA verses Doctors orders to be off work for 19 weeks.
I had a health issue that my Doctor had me off work for, for aprox 19 weeks. I gave my employer the letter from the Doctor explaining the reason. My employer told me I HAD to fill out FMLA forms to co... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How long do I get off work when my child is born?
I am currently 37 weeks pregnant. I have a c-section scheduled in 2 weeks and have had the fmla paperwork completed, turned in and approved since july. I have since only used one day of fmla where my ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Non compete questions, 3.
1. Does the employer have the right to introduce a non compete contract on employees after their hire date? 2. If the employee had been terminated for not signing the non compete, would they have been... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Employer dumping the taxes on employees.
hello mel, My mom used to work for a nail salon that is a franchise of many. when she started working there about 5-6 years ago, she had received a W2, what ever she made 40% goes to the shop, a year ... applies to California · 1 answer

incentive program for hourly employees
I often have trouble finding time to educate my employees during normal business hours that my business is open to the public. Also, I would like to put a program together to reward my inside sales pe... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Is this a Wrongful Termination Case? Or Retaliation Case?
May 2010 - Was assigned to a new Manager, within 1st week he gave me verbal warning for attendance based on "his" approval policy (which, after a week of working with him, was never given "his" attend... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I am on FMLA for severe sciatic pain, stage 3 breast cancer and anxiety. I have been on this since 2014. My supervisor is now telling only the people in our department that we can't go to the bathroom or I can't go there to rub on pain cream on my buttock
I am on FMLA for severe sciatic pain, stage 3 breast cancer and anxiety. I have been on this since 2014. My supervisor is now telling only the people in our department that we can't go to the bathroom... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Company closure over Holidays
If an employer closes their buisiness for two days over a holiday, are they required to pay their saleried employees for both days? Can they require the employees to use vacation or sick time in order... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Split FMLA time?
Me and my wife both work for the state of Oklahoma and our HR is telling us that we can't both take 12 weeks, but that we have to share it. I have searched every law I can find and nothing says that s... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

I had a mini stoke in Sept due to stress and my Dr. says its work elated. he took me off work until jan 12 and my employer put me on FMLA... I have the approved papers. I got a call today from my employer that they want me to come in and go over some fina
I had a mini stoke in Sept due to stress and my Dr. says its work related. he took me off work until jan 12 and my employer put me on FMLA... I have the approved papers. I got a call today from my emp... applies to California · 1 answer

Is it legal for a company to have employees work overtime while other employees are furloughed?
The company has furloughed employees due to the pandemic. Management has previously told us it was not legal to work overtime while people are furloughed. Now while people are still furloughed we are ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Can an employer pay fulltime employees with same hire date different vacation benefits?
An employer is paying some fulltime employees two weeks vscation while others three weeks paid vacation. Employees have same job category, same hire date. In addition, one employee is still fulltime, ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I am retiring, have 4 employees and sold my business. The new owners aren't sure they want to hire one of the employees. If they don't will I be on the hook to pay unemployment. If they hire this employee and don't keep the person, will I still be on the
All employees signed a document stating they remain an "at will" employee after their first three months. If the new owners hire this person for three months but don't retain the employee can the pers... applies to California · 0 answers

If I ask for short notice leave to care for my special needs child can my employer deny my leave repeatedly without making an effort to determine whether it qualifies as FMLA?
Asked employer for 2 days leave to care for my son whom he is aware is a special needs child. I was immediately and repeatedly denied due to 'short-staffing'. I didn't know about FMLA wasn't told anyt... applies to New York · 0 answers

i have been at my job 18 years, my supervisor has been harassing creating falsification
where I worked at There were two Seniors that were unhappy about the way the administration interacted with them and ignored their at communication about their concerns. the seniors did a TV interview... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Was I discrimated because I requested Health Insurance?
I was terminated today for unknown reasons; I worked as a Director of HR for a family owed Footwear Company in NYC for almost 1 1/2 years as a permanent P/T employee working 24 hrs per wk. I was told ... applies to New York · 0 answers

I worked for a company for 3 years the last 3 months of my employment at the company all employees were given a non compete form to sign because several employees whom were terminated went to work at another company in the same field so the form was given
I have posted the details all under the question applies to Texas · 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

In the state of Florida if you are unable to use PTO because of COVID 19 and the employer does not allow you to use to PTO to bring you to FT hours and then institutes blackout dates further restricting employees from using their PTO by year end - can the
Employer restricted the use of PTO during furloughs and reduced hours due to COVID19 and then imposed blackout dates restricting the employees from using it. before year end. Employer is now paying th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

On light duty for work injury but also 7 months pregnant. Can employer ask me not to come back when I give notice to leave for my pregnancy.
Not eligible for FMLA applies to Idaho · 0 answers

my doctor has not released me to return back to work
my employer says that my FMLA has ended and that my job will be terminated, what can I do. Am I eligible to receive unemployment compensation? applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

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

Voluntary Severance Packages offered to all employees; but not offshore. Is this Discrimination?
Our company is being sold (stock sale) to another company. All of the employees of the selling company were offered voluntary severance packages except people who worked offshore. My question is "it i... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

fmla v sick leave and disciplinary actions on abuse of leave
my mom had a scheduled surgery and i requested time off and it was approved. a week before the surgery i became sick and had to miss a week of work with which i provided a doctors note for every day. ... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

holiday and vacation pay benefits vary inner office
I understand there is no law stating employers must offer vacation, holiday and sick day benefits in the state of Illinois. But what if some employees with less weekly hours receive these benefits, wh... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

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

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

In Georgia, can you be fired (a) while in a coma (b) can health insurance be cancelled effective the day of termination without the ability to even pay the premium to continue through the month, (c) is a company with maximum of around 12 employees subject
I am asking this question on behalf of a friend. She worked for a company, a small LLC in Georgia that has max of about 12 employees. She was there when the company started and worked for this employe... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

The company I work for is owned by a Trust. The current Trustee is stepping down (retiring) and a new Trust company is taking over. The current Board of Directors voted to offer employees a year of pay as severance pay if the new Trustee lays us off. If t
Company has a history of paying severance pay but the company is gaining a new Trustee and therefore a new Board of Directors will likely be seated/appointed. Before new Trustee or new Board takes ove... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

WARN letter clarification
this is a copy of my warn letter dated july 7 2004 Due to the non renewal of a major contract we are forced to reduce our workforce..This letter is to provide you with a 60 day displacement notice. Yo... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

My fiances office has been bugged by her employer without the employees knowledge. Is this legal in the state of Wisconsin?
My fiance found out today from a co worker that their bosses wife passed her a note stating that the office was bugged. That employee is putting in her resignation because of this. Can they legally do... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Should vendors agree not to hire their customer's employees?
More frequently I am seeing vendors requiring written permission from their customers before they will hire a current employee to prevent that vendor from being blacklisted by the company. If all comp... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer reduce salary a contracted salary 20% if so can they enforce a non compete clause?
I Signed a contract to make a certain salary and a non compete clause is also in the contract and I’m wondering If an employer reduce all salary employees 20%. They blame Covid but they’ve never s... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I was working in a warehouse in Las Vegas, NV which didn't adhere to any OSHA standards. Additionally, drugs and alcohol were commonly used by other employees in and around the warehouse...some of these employees operating machinery. Lastly, the warehouse
I was working in a warehouse in Las Vegas, NV which didn't adhere to any OSHA standards. Additionally, drugs and alcohol were commonly used by other employees in and around the warehouse...some of the... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

Fired for FMLA time related to a settled Work comp case
I worked for a local utility company as a repair technician. I was involved in a work injury in 1993. That work comp case settled in my favor awarding me lifetime medical coverage. In 1998 I had shoul... applies to California · 1 answer

So I had a pre-planned trip for the weekend for myou kids. I became my father's sole caretaker when his dementia progressed and could not live alone. My brother was supposed to take father for weekend and at last minute cancelled. Ended up taking dad with
So I had a pre-planned trip for the weekend for my kids. I became my father's sole caretaker when his dementia progressed and he could not live alone. My brother was supposed to take father for weeken... applies to California · 0 answers

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

I am based in Ohio and our administration talks to us like children. Of course theirs not much I can do about that. Though, a very recent act has hurt my pride as a hard worker and concerns me. Now they post a list of all nursing employees who were late f
Now they post a list of all nursing employees who were late for work at the time clock, for all departments to see. This is highly insulting as I feel ridiculed for being one minute late, and the 36 h... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

TN requires private employers pay employees at least once a month . if I agreed to weekly pay on my
I am a mobile welder out of memphis TN we have weekly pay roll bit the company isnt paying us on time . not once or twice but several weeks other employees have said they got half their check . applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Non competes in Maryland for massage therapists
I work in Maryland and need to know if a non compete as a massage therapist or esthetician is enforceable. My company wants me to sign within a 15 mile radius I can not provide same services when I al... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I went on maternity leave via FMLA and decided to resign after it. Because it's pointless to come back for 2 weeks after being off for 12, I made it effective immediately. I had 1 week vacation left. Can they just not pay it?
I went on maternity leave via FMLA and decided to resign after it. Because it's pointless to come back for 2 weeks after being off for 12, I made it effective immediately. I had 1 week vacation left. ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can an employer change a Severence agreement in the employee handbook with NO notification at all?
My company was bought out and our location is closing. So far they have given hundreds of union employees and, until now, non union employees severance. As a non union employee our severance agreement... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Can Executive Grade employees be discriminated in amount of payment of Severance Pay.
My company is being taken over by another company. To save the jobs of employees, current management has approved a Severance / Compensation Policy for Executive Cadre employees of Grade 7 to Grade 14... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Company not paying severance package
Following a reduction in force, my former employer offered a severance package to all employees released on June 30th (~ 20 people). All employees received their official severance letter on June 30th... applies to Texas · 0 answers

If a business in California goes out of business, but not bankrupt, and has to lay off all of its employees, and then the employees claim unemployment, does the employer get fined or taxed?
I don't know if the employer paid into unemployment insurance taxes or not. I'm assuming he did since I believe it is law. applies to California · 0 answers

can i be demoted and my work schedule changed after returning to work after fmla maternity leave
Prior to leaving on maternity leave I asked my boss if I was not being hired full time due to me being pregnant. I asked because I have been with this department for many years, and people with only m... applies to California · 2 answers

Lifelong disease with approved intermittent FMLA being denied 12 weeks
Over two years ago I was diagnosed with a lifelong disease completed paperwork and was approved intermittent FMLA. Close to my one year anniversary was told we work on a rolling basis and my days woul... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I'm on FMLA due to anxiety that has exasperated due to my new manager. I blew the whistle on him for the hostile environment, sexual harrasment, misuse of company and his obvious retaliation towards me. To understand my position I run and ensure all SOP'S
I'm on FMLA due to anxiety that has exasperated due to my new manager. I blew the whistle on him for the hostile environment, sexual harrasment, misuse of company and his obvious retaliation towards m... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can an employer in NY refuse to let a pregnant women use rollover vacation time 3mos before birth?
My wife is due to give birth in late-March. Her employer has told her that since she is pregnant, she cannot use rollover vacation that she has accrued this year for next year (only her 2016 vacation ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is it legal to lower the required min quals of jobs for employees vs ext cands
Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I have the following questions as a Non-Union, Non-Civil Service, New York State Government Employer: Is it legal to lower the required minimum qu... applies to New York · 2 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

My Husband was out for 6 month after injuring his hand at work. (Worker Comp Claim) he was back at work for 1/2 a day and went home sick at which time he was diagnosis with Shingles and has been out for more then 3 days they are now denying him FMLA is th
My Husband was out for 6 month after injuring his hand at work. (Worker Comp Claim) he was back at work for 1/2 a day and went home sick, at which time he was diagnosis with Shingles and has been out ... applies to Delaware · 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 previously started with an employer in August. Applied for LOA which was approved 09/11-12-18/17. I’ve since had several days out for my procedures and follow up visits. I haven’t been with the company over a year so when I applied for leave in Sept
Previously 9/2017-12/2017 approved LOA but FMLA denied New to Company started in August 2017. Is it a difference in FMLA leaves I was denied within a couple of days. I resubmitted per employers reques... applies to Texas · 0 answers

What rights do employees have if their company files Chapter 11.
I have worked for a company for 24 years. They have filed Chapter 11. they do not want to pay the employees any severance or their acrued vacation monies. What rights do we have? applies to California · 1 answer

Is it illegal to pay different for exact same job based solely on cost of living differences?
The company I work for was recently bought out by Xerox. All of a sudden, the employees in my city got a big boost in pay. I found out through a supervisor that the reason was that employees in anothe... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Am I still held by a no-compete clause I signed?
I started working for my employer 4 years ago, however, since then 4 former employees have either been terminated or have quit and went to work for different companies that were in the non-compete cla... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Is it legal if your boss is telling other employees about your charges and saying stuff that isn't true
My boss Jenessa suspended after one of my employees got arrested for stealing a guests credit card and I wasn't even there, she also has started so many rumors about me while I'm on suspension, the ne... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Are my rights being violated?
Long story short, i have been granted intermittent fmla by my employer for my son with autism, my 2 previous call outs are being used against me because my supervisor marked them as a no call/no show,... applies to California · 1 answer

Hi I’m a superhero teacher and caregiver; now I need a hero!
Hi from Texas~ I was terminated from a teaching position with a charter mere days, 10, after initiating FMLA dialogue with my buddy in HR (the director). I know there’s no such thing as slam dunk, b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I calculate how many fmla hours I use because the hr manager doesn't do it for us. I call her on a regular basis to compare what she has to mine. My calculations where off by eight hours. Now they want to write me up. Is that fair?
I calculate how many fmla hours I use because the hr manager doesn't do it for us. I call her on a regular basis to compare what she has to mine. My calculations where off by eight hours. Now they wan... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

I am an 89 day hire. I am being accuse of hostile work enironment. Can I sue the 3rd party?
When the top boss gave a questionaire to all the employees in the office if they feel they are in an hostile environment, all replies came back no, where the employees signed it. This third party is a... applies to Hawaii · 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

what is the differ of a second opinion if the diagnoses are the same/FMLA?
Why am i asked to have a 3rd opinion when the second diagnose is as My doctors, what is the contrast of them? applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Piracy laws
An ex-employee has been coming in to our place of business trying to recruit current employees for her new employer. Her method includes bad mouthing our company up to and including bringing applicati... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

what are your suggestions on what I should do...
I was on FMLA several reasons, spouse medical situation, birth of a daughter and personal mental health, I was suggested by management to take some time off to reconnect with my self since I was not p... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

In Illinois, is it legal to be forced to sign a letter of resignation while in the throes of an acute PTSD attack for which you have in FMLA protection that specifically prohibits any meaningful self decisions to be made during such an attack while at wor
In Illinois, is it legal to be forced to sign a letter of resignation while in the throes of an acute PTSD attack for which you have in FMLA protection that specifically prohibits any meaningful self ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Company I work for offers FMLA after a full calendar year, I have only been there 10-11 months and don't qualify. I take a few weeks off when baby is born and when I return in told my job is gone... Can they do this?
I am in Dallas, Tx applies to Texas · 0 answers

retaliation because of winning grievence, ie violations of FMLA rights, and malishes harasment.
the retaliation against me has caused a breakdown. What can I do, and what steps do I take. applies to California · 1 answer

I am taking guardianship of a new born baby with in 24hrs of birth do i qualify for care of newborn
Do i qualify for fmla or cfra? applies to California · 1 answer

FMLA lawyer in MA
Can you recommend an employment lawyer in Massachusetts who deals with Family Leave? Your database was unable to find one. Thanks applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

I’m out on FMLA leave and I’ve been told by two of my coworkers how pissed off and how much my supervisor is complaining to them about me being off. Can she do this? When another employee’s were off we were told we cannot discuss because if would be
Hippa violation applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Gerrymandered schedule denies benefit of company holidays, due to policies.
I realize that companies don't have to give their employees paid vacation days. But if they do give them, shouldn't they have to treat non-exempt employees the same? I already know that our company do... applies to California · 1 answer

I am off on a work related stress (fmla) leave. My work contacted me and gave me a deadline to answer questions to a work rule violation and gave me a deadline to return it. Now they are holding a conference and told me my answers don't match up to everyo
I was informed that I violated a rule at work. I have been harassed by my supervisor since reporting a officer committing a work rule violation. I am a sergeant and was wrote up according to my superv... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Once an employer puts a policy in place on light duty time can they include time already used on light duty against the employees
My employer has made a policy stating that employees can only be on light duty for 60 days but he is trying to count light duty time before the policy was put in place. He has also not notified all em... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Do employers have to pay you before a company observed holiday?
I have a friend who works for a company that will be observing Thanksgiving on both Thursday and Friday. The company will be distributing checks out today, Wednesday, however the checks are postdated ... applies to California · 1 answer

Breaks
I work for a manufacturing company that seems to be treating employees bad. I am the a.p./a.r. person and I was told that I am not entitled to any breaks. I work from 8a.m. until 5p.m. and have a 45 m... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Aren't employers required to provide ages and positions of employees left behind?
Been laid off 3 times in the past 8 years from 3 different companies. Each company except the last provided a list of company positions and ages of those employees that remained. Is there any recourse... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Is it possible for an employer to only start disciplining you for violating a proper “call off” procedure, only after the employee was approved for intermittent FMLA?
Employment with company for many years. No prior disciplinary actions against. applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employer to force employees to pay for unsold product?
My sister's employer is telling his employees that the cupcakes they are making are unsatisfactory (despite their faithful adherence to the company's recipes). This is often based only on a single cus... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

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 boss pays us under the table and still hasn't paid some of us employees and I recently admitted I need money to get me drugs for pain and asked him not to tell my brother do to the matter I'm on our mothers will and getting the house we lived in as chi
My boss whom pays his employees under the table and owes a good amount of payroll is getting rid of me so he can take his time paying me . applies to Texas · 0 answers

Was denied fmla after 3 yrs. But was not told until it ran out so I was unexcused for that day that I left and terminated. Are they not suppose to give a 5 day notice she status has changed or no longer qualified?
Was denied fmla after 3 yrs. But was not told until it ran out so I was unexcused for that day that I left and terminated. Are they not suppose to give a 5 day notice she status has changed or no long... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Is there any legal action I can take?
Is there any legal action I can take? In August I was diagnosed with cancer which required surgery in September. My FMLA was approved with planned six week leave. Upon return my former position as Dir... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Fmla leave violation?
I asked a question previously, with less facts, so I'll ask again; I am currently out on fmla leave for carpal tunnel surgery for both wrists, I have had surgery on one, and only have 3 more weeks off... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

At Will Employment and No Notification of Firing
I am a waitress in Ohio and had an argument with my boss about his sister-in-law and her favoritism techniques in doing our schedules and gossiping to other employees. I was, subsequently, taken off t... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My boyfriend gets 3 SCHEDULED days a month off with FMLA protection... Can he get demoted do to,too much time off?
He does tool repair that is not on a schedule him missing 3 days isn't hurting them at all. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If an employer claims I have broken something and gives police false information to where I live and I have a warrant out of the situation and she threatens the jobs other employees to side with her but the downfall if she's on the Chamber of Commerce and
I have hurt my back at work I called her to let her know she said the hospital you quit replay you're going to fire me cuz I go to the hospital she replied no you quit if you go to the hospital I coul... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can my employer demote me because I have an FMLA approved disability?
I have become partially disabled with a chronic autoimmune condition (which isn’t visible) and had to take FMLA (specifically intermittent leave) to assist me. My condition and subsequent absences a... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

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

My manager placed a paper with me and other employees, accusing us of stealing money from ATM's we service. Is this defamation of character? Am I able to do anything about this? I have been with this company for over 11 years. Never have had this happen b
I work for an armored car company that deals with money on a daily basis. I have serviced ATM's for more than ten years. Me and other employees have been accused of stealing a small amount of money fr... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Position eliminated then reopened after taking step down?
I was hired as a manager for a department in healthcare. I worked in this position for a few years and have been with the company for 9+ years. I’ve had meets or exceeds performance appraisals with ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Do I have a case?
I was being accused of taking something that was lost by a customer. I was asked to come to the office to few security footage and to discuss the issue. First, there were other employees and vendors i... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Employer drug tested me based on accusations of other employees. I passed and kept my job but now everyone thinks differently of me. Do I have a case for defamation?
Myself and two other employees were accused of being part of a drug ring by other employees on a different shift. The accusers have gotten two other people fired by using HR as an outlet to get rid of... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

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

Loosing health insurance that was promised when disabeled.
PLEASE HELP I FOUND OUT TODAY I WILL BE TERMINATED ON MONDAY JULY 23. I suffered a stroke in 1988 and am permanetly disabled from most jobs,(this fits the description of disabled by my disability insu... applies to Texas · 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

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

I was on light duty and on FMLA AND I get a call from my boss to come In and see him i was accused of being dishonest for being late even when asked I said shortly after 6am and and accused for falsifying my time sheet . Is there there anything legally I
N/a applies to Missouri · 0 answers

FMLA Child over 18
Child over 18 car acciedent, fractured pelvis in need of daily assistance ,is in wheelchair unable to walk for months and othe medicail conditions RA etc applies to New York · 0 answers

I was sick and took FMLA leave. After I came back I was fired. I am now disabled and lost my disability coverage when fired. They did not give me the option to extend coverage on my own. Do I have a case? In Illinois.
I was sick and took FMLA leave. After I came back I was fired. I am now disabled and lost my disability coverage when fired. They did not give me the option to extend coverage on my own. Do I have a c... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can I contact my employee's doctor if he is exhibiting unacceptable behavior?
The company in question is very small (6 employees), and all employees are friendly and open about personal issues. One employee is on medication for an anxiety disorder. When he doesn't take his medi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

subsidiary severance smaller than parent corporation severance
I work in California for a subsidiary (LLC) of a large corporation located in Michigan. There have been many layoffs at the Michigan corporate offices and there was a press release stating the nice se... applies to California · 1 answer

Can a lawsuit be brought about of I was threatened with physical violance at my workplace and the owner curses and throws items to intemidate employees. I was made to move heavy desk to a new office and my hysterectomy area is hiring as well as my back. T
Was threatened by co-worker (by law verbal assault), that I was going to be beaten up. The owner curses and screams to keep employees in fear. applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Possible retaliation when HR demands intermittent fmla use?
I've been with my current employer for 3.5 years. My current boss hired on 9/2015. At that time my hours were 6:30-3:30 am. With those hours I could continue chiropractic care on a weekly basis after ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

FMLA - job elimination
I was on FMLA leave for back surgery, and call my boss to tell him of my release from doctors to go back to work the following week. Two days later I was told by my boss that he "eliminated" my positi... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

I have a strong case with lots of proof. My employer discriminated against me in many ways: complex but in a nut shell. discrimination, forced retirement, FMLA violations, ADA vilations, and workers comp vioiations. Barred from a promotion. EEOC claim den
complex but in a nut shell. discrimination, forced retirement, FMLA violations, ADA violations, and workers comp violations. Barred from a promotion. EEOC claim denied, workers comp claim denied. (ins... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can I be denied leave to care for my special needs child during a difficult transition to new school
My then 8 year old son has an autism spectrum disorder and ADD. His former special education school told us on August 28th that he would not have a position there starting the new school year in early... applies to New York · 0 answers

Five weeks after starting a new teaching job i became chronically ill. I'm not eligible for FMLA. Now my employer is asking me to voluntarily resign. What are my options?
My doctor says that i will not be able to return to work indefinitely. What are my options? applies to Texas · 0 answers

I have been on FMLA with my current state job for 4 years I'm always being talked too about my time and they wont advance me because I take off when I get a migraine, I'm in a drs care for them as well and I applied for a position in my office that I've d
First time asking this question applies to Texas · 0 answers

I'm on intermittent FMLA and my boss is trying to change my work schedule which would make it hard for me to get to work and also wants to take away a major part of my job that I alone have done for 15 years. Can he do thiz?
I wrote 5he details above. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

How to decide Salary Vs. Hourly
How do I differentiate between deciding if an employee should be a salary employee or an hourly employee? Right now we only have four (myself and other owner included) employees that are salary, but I... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

i have a small company...3 employees total.
my small company, 3 employees had an employee who recently went on maternity. She received disability plus was paid $250 per week for all 4 months she was out. She has since returned and I feel that f... applies to New York · 1 answer

HR is talking about my sex life?
I made a comment at a work event about going over to the boss’ sons house who lives a block away from me. Someone took that as “hooking up” and reported it to the HR rep. The HR rep then started... applies to Minnesota · 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

I hadknee replacement on Nov. 23 my fmla ran out on Fe. 24I have been on std until Feb 24 when Sedwick told me that I wasn't elegable for it since the pain I am having doesn't count as a disability even tho the Dr. Has not released me to return to work. I
Still under Dr s care applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Do i have a claim i have proof that my employer has discriminated against me bc i am a 40 year okd female they wrongfully terminated me in june 2017 with fmla due to a mustake on hr part brought back rejnstated job after 6 weeks of unemployment and then s
See above applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

how do i find attorney been out of work going on 4 weeks now unemployment still undecided. so really have no income
was let go cause employer missplaced fmla paperwork i turned in. i do have dr copy and appointment summary. but the are claiming they never recieved it do i have right to have my union stedard to revi... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

salary and hourly employees
I work in a department with four other employess. Each of us perform the same job duties, however, three of us have different job titles and are paid salary, while the other two employees are paid hou... applies to Illinois · 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

Company Buyout
On friday January 9th, 2009 I cam to work and was working a normal day, all was thought to be going good for my company. I came in on Monday January 12th, 2009, to find out that on Saturday January 10... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal to not have employees document their time at work?
I worked at a store that did not have the employees document when they got to work and when they left. We would only be paid for the time that we were scheduled for which did not include the time that... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I work at a bank in a non-banker position and I am hourly. Management has told all employees to solicit loan referrals off the clock at any opportunity. This has been made abundantly clear that it is not optional. Is this legal?
Management has been increasingly aggressive about forcing participation and have been told that some employees have been threatened with discipline for non compliance. I realize they have no way to kn... applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

i have a employee who will not give me my whole bonus cause i was out sick a couple days in month on fmla with chronic pancrease...now rule is have to keep a % of customer from leaving and take over 800 calls a month. i took over 1000 and keep % can he do
all under question applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

I was in a car accident in October. My leave of absence was approved for six months. I believe I am on a non-fmla leave. My dr will release me with restrictions on march 31st. I am starting to believe my position was filled and they will offer me a differ
. applies to Arizona · 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 work in the Texas area for a company based out of Kansas. I am being fired for supposedly talking down on employees, cursing at employees, supposed horseplay, and direct unsafe acts. I am a foreman for my company and have never received a safety write u
Working in Texas by a company based out of Kansas. applies to Texas · 0 answers

told manager about problem i had last year that was personal and said to him not to say anything and today found out he told 4 employees
my general manager told my employees about a person problem i had last year . now i feel its hard to work with coworkers with them knowing my buisness . applies to Washington · 0 answers

My son, a nursing home kitchen aid, was fired over false accusations from fellow employees.
My son was fired from his job over accusatios that he threw a "head fit", broke dishes, and threatened fellow employees. Management claims there are four witnesses. My son claims no knowledge of these... applies to Maine · 0 answers

Home depot on a regular basis has employees work 6 to 10 days in a row,they do this by giving employees off at beginning of the first week and at end of the next...is this how they get away without paying OT?is it legal..its very demanding and their shoul
Just wondering how they get away with doing this on regular basis...if yuou work over 40 per week you get time and a half...but when doing it this way you worj 80hrs straight and get no OT...its burni... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I signed an agrmt not to sue in exchange for severance - can I still sue?
I signed an agreement not to sue in exchange for a severance package after being terminated for a very "fluffy" cause. My employer is playing games with my final paycheck saying they are going to with... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

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

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

Wrongful termination
I was terminated from my position as an Instalaltion Manager on 9/5/06. This was upon return from a scheduled vacation. Seven days prior to my vacation, I had an extreme anxiety attack at work brought... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, employers with 15 employees are required to follow the federal law. What exactly constitutes an 'employee' under this law?
I am trying to communicate to my employer that they must give me the same treatment as another employee received when injured under this law I want to make sure that they qualify with 15 employees und... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

My company rights
2 employees left our business to go on to competitor in our no compete states no work for 1 year and a 25 mile rad. we feel company is poaching are people. I had an attorney send letters to employees ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Does an X Supervisor have the right to talk about you to all her employees via text just to vent
My X Supervisor had all her employees on a text so she could message us all at the same time. I had already left there I QUIT. She did not take me off the texting system. SHE SAID via text, OH CAROLIN... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

The migraine clinic I go to allots 3 days a months FMLA. I am under my federal hours allotted to me. Can my job punish me if I go over 3 days in a month?
I suffer from a chronic illiness and often feel harassed when I have to take time off. applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Overtime pay, retaliation
For 22 years, I've worked at the local, family owned newspaper, and until last Friday, was the paper's Special Sections Coordinator/Real estate editor. For the first 20 years, I was salaried, working ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Wrongful discharge, discrimination or just unfair?
I was fired yesterday from my position of Team Lead and given the reason of poor performance. I know that FL is an at will state but I feel this is untrue and don't want to have this on my employment ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Docking A Full Day's Pay From Exempt Employees
In a post dated Nov 25, 2003 3:35 PM [EST] titled 'Docking A Full Day's Pay From Exempt Employees' you answered the question for New York, could you re-answer it for Ohio law? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I know severance pay isn't mandatory, but.........
After 25 years of service, I am being terminated due to lack of business/income. Although originally told the company was closing, that has changed and the company will continue with only the owners a... applies to New York · 1 answer

I resigned from my current job more than 4 weeks ago. My new employer wants me to join ASAP. But my notice period with previous employer was 90 days. I had a baby 3 weeks ago. Can I now go on paternity/FMLA leave and start working for the new employer. I
I resigned from my current job more than 4 weeks ago. My new employer wants me to join ASAP. But my notice period with previous employer was 90 days. I had a baby 3 weeks ago. Can I now go on paternit... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Is an employers non-compete agreement enforcable if that employer knowingly and intentionally competes unfairly in the market place.
I was terminated after 14 months and my unemployment claim was not disputed. My direct supervisor discovered along with the aid of fellow employees that my employer had been misrepresenting it's produ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can't Work With Former Employees???
I'm being let go and looking for work with companies that DO NOT compete with my former employer. That said, my non-comp has a clause that states I will not "employ, assist in the employment of or OTH... applies to Ohio · 2 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

Can an employer force you to be on call for 24 to 48 hours at a time?
I work in an emergency veterinary clinic that is open 24/7. Our new manager wants to make employees sign up for on call shifts (24-48 hours of being on call). Is this legal? What about the employees w... applies to California · 0 answers

On my exit papers that I never received , but saw at my unemployment appeal. The statement was written that I resigned in lieu of being disciplined for making fun of a person using a walker, untrue statement. I won my appeal no misconduct the statement wa
Department meeting an employee said no one wanted to be scheduled with me, because I called off all the time, not true. The weekend before the meeting My director made me do the employees duties, beca... applies to California · 0 answers

Co. fails to pay vendors & sls mgr loses commission due work not done. Void non-compete?
Ohio company, non-Ohio-based employee. Industrial repair and maintenance service company. Company presumed to have lost a recent lawsuit with ex-employees and subsequently issued a new 5-page non-comp... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Wage Payment
The company I was working for all of a sudden closed down(They said they lost their contract) They owe me and many of the other employees 3 checks. They will not give us a clear time to when we will g... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I'm a store manager I just viewed on my file playback that my shift leader was telling one of my employees that she didn't know what was going on with me that I was confused or she didn't know what was going on with me but I needed to get my act together
I'm a store manager and just found out my shift leader is talking me down to my employees applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

permanent disability
if my doctor has listed my condition as permanent and unable to work I wouldn't qualify for fmla or short term disability would I? applies to Nevada · 0 answers

TWC claims against limited partnership
Several of our employees won Texas Workforce Comm claims against us. The company, a limited partnership, is now out of business but we did not file bankruptcy. Can the TWC or employees go after any of... applies to Texas · 1 answer

My employer has less than 50 employees what are my options as far as a Leave of Absence goes?
My employer has 5 employees, I work 30 hours a week with no benefits. I am stressed to the point I can't perform my job properly. I don't want to get fired for poor performance so I was thinking about... applies to California · 1 answer

My family doc filled out my fmla papers for pulmonary can I see a pulmonary doc ?
Do I need a different form for each doctor for the same illness? applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Afte 15.1 of FMLA/STD I was told return to your job or resign. Ay 12 weeks- no job. Now resign?
I was off 15 weeks FMLA/STD. I was told at 12.1 weeks to apply for any job at the hospital because mine would not be held. I did apply for another job. I lapsed my ACLS/BLS while off. The first RTW da... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Severance For Other Employees But Not Me
I work for an LLC in Georgia. Our corporate office is in Virginia. A few weeks ago, corporate notified us that they were closing our office in Lawrenceville (metro-Atlanta). They indicated we would ge... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I was both an employee and student at a college. A coworker who is the office bully looked up my grades twice that I know of and discussed it with the coworker next to her. I am also a disability student for a physical illness as well as having FMLA which
Please see questions applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I have worked less than one year with an ongoing illness. They have threatened to fire me if I miss any time in a 90 day probation period. They said they would work with me. They do not offer FMLA. Can they legally do this?
I have reoccurring UTI's and suffer from extreme anemia and have frequent kidney stone attacks. applies to Virginia · 0 answers

My employer say they pay their employees holiday pay but use the employees PTO.
My employer say they pay their employees holiday pay. Example: Thanksgiving day we are closed but if you work the day before and the day after you get holiday pay. The "holiday pay" they give you is o... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Bounced pay checks every week, what can be done to collect?
My daughter works at a restaurant (in Missouri) and for over 25 yrs, the owners have written checks to employees for payroll from several different banks (including their personal accounts) that wont ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

For the past 28 years I have had driver employees for my delivery business. I am thinking of switching to Independant contractors. What do I need to do. I am in the state of Oregon
Wanting to know the steps I need to do to have my present drivers be Independant contractor drivers instead of employees to be in compliance with State of OR laws. I have been in business for 28 years... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Can a boss retaliate if employees ask questions about budget?
A group of workers got together wondering what the budget is, how it's different from past years and what the operating costs are vs. the incoming money. When the bosses were approached they were outr... applies to New York · 0 answers

Non-Exempt Overtime while travelling on company business
Non-exempt employees who travel to conferences and who will be working more than 8 hours a day- Can we pay our employees a travel wage instead of their work wage when they travel? IF so, can you give ... applies to California · 1 answer

Everyone was relocated but me
On Friday Oct.6th I was terminated from my job of 3 1/2 years. Down-sizing was the reason given for my termination. The regional manager called all employees (4) together and told us the office would ... applies to All States · 1 answer

H R told me That my doctor could write a note with an expiration date stipulating hours and everything my dr did so And up until recently since we have gotten so many different human resource people they have decided that they are not going to honor what
Also they are not adding up the hours for my FMLA yearly they said that I have to accumulate hours now applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Are Employers allowed to request Employees to fill out an Health Status Questionaire?
I have not come across this form before. It is a form that requests Employees to fill out a Health Status Questionaire - The Questionaire is given out after hire date. The questionnaire to assist in p... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My employer is causing me stresss because i have called in a few Monday’s this year with a migraine and i have intermittent fmla. I am allowed 3 days a month to call off but never use that much. I haven’t even called in as much as we are allowed which
As stated applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Employer threatening to fire
If you have a workmans comp claim and the employer did not offer fmla but is threatening termination if you do not come back to work but your doctor says your not ready, what are your rights as an emp... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

how long does my employer have to make a decision to reinstate after the request is turned in.
I've turned in the proper documents required and have not been reinstated. They have extended my fmla without my permission. What to do? How long can they put me off? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Employer deducted
Currently, I am a salaried commercial real estate broker who signed a contract that stated I am due a "salary" that includes a bonus if earned. Recently, all the "salaried" employees in the office not... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I submitted my FMLA that had been filled out by myself and my Health care provider . My direct supervisor contacted my health care provider and sensitive medical information about my disabilities were discussed. Did both of them violate the HIPAA rule?
I submitted my FMLA that had been filled out by myself and my Health care provider . My direct supervisor contacted my health care provider and sensitive medical information about my disabilities were... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my employer deny my employer deny vacation time because they had to approve FMLA first?
I requested a two week vacation for August several months ago. About 3 - 4 weeks ago my supervisor told me she did not see a problem approving it she just wasn't allowed to approve it too far in advan... applies to Florida · 2 answers

We are union and we have a contract ...But
The Union will not uphold the contract. The Contract states,"The schedule cannot be changed w/o the employees' permission. Our company is changing schedules, policy, such as time-off, and hours. We al... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

non compete
I currently work (in NY) for an IL company that has recently lost its "primary client". All employees of this IL company have been notified that as of year's end, when our employment agreements expire... applies to New York · 2 answers

Can an employer allow one group of employees to carry over prior year vacation but not allow another group to?
We merged with another company that only allows 1 week of vacation to be carried over to the next year. Our old company (based in california) allowed 4 weeks to be carried over. During the year of the... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Does AZ Prop 206 effective July 1, 2017, apply to
Does AZ Prop 206 apply to "non-local" employees? Our business hires "local" and "non-local" employees and need to know if it applies to both. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Truth in hiring Steak N Shake Brunswick, GA
My son was hired for full-time employment. It is an hour away and he had to buy uniforms and attend unpaid training. They gave him less than 10 hours per week andwere doing this to other employees. He... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Are they subcontractors or employees?
I am a contractor hired to find individuals to unload shipping containers in various warehouses. Pay is based on number of containers emptied, and there is no set work hours although the warehouse ope... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

What can be done?
A union member was fired for fighting another union member, same employee has threatened to shoot another employee (who no longer works thete) and threaten to slap others (still employed) the company ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Are employers required to inform its employees when they do not withhold state income tax when the state does not have a reciprocal agreement?
I work for a Pa employer who uses ADP for its payroll. ADP has told them they do not withhold Delaware state tax for their employees that work in pa and live in Delaware. I understand there is no reci... applies to Delaware · 0 answers

Can I file FMLA for your child over the age of 18, for a serious health condition?
My daughter went to the emergency room on Nov. 14th, the E.R. doctor didn't do a culture test to determine what it was...but diagnosed her with strep-throat and wrote her a perscription for penicillin... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal in MN to impose a Mandatory 15% Commission Hold Back
I work for a privately held MN company who's policy is to withhold 15% of earned commissions due its worldwide salesforce with balance paid on final year end check, with no interest. Its stated that i... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Downsized and treated differently - what can I do?
On Friday Oct.6th I was terminated from my job of 3 1/2 years. Down-sizing was the reason given for my termination. The regional manager called all employees (4) together and told us the office would ... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Owner have rights to slander/or remove items from employees
Ok i have been working for this company for a month or so i wanna know does the owner have the rights and the ability to call names like " a fucking idiot or a dumb ass " in front of customers or empl... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

severance pay and age discriminations
5 employees were laid off for budget cuts not for work performance. All are 58 years and older. It appears may subcontract our positions to younger employees. No one was let go for cause. Also it ther... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can a resource nurse be refused nightshade differential that regular full and part-time employees get
Can a nursing home pay regular and part-time employees on the night shift shift diffential ant give it to a resource nurse applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Employment Contracts - what is the law that covers employees benefits?
I was with a firm and had an employment contract. The partners separated and I went with one of them. We verbally agreed the employment contract will remain in effect and there was no need to make a n... applies to New York · 0 answers

Would my situation possibly have a claim?
I am a clinical coordinator at a hospital. On several occassions different employees have went to HR and called coporate compliance and made false accusations about me showing favortism to a certain e... applies to Florida · 0 answers

My supervisor uses an intimidation factor and once he says something harsh, he then denies it. I feel I'm being harassed and feel I have no way out. I need advice.
I applied for intermittoen FMLA because of a hip problem I have. When he got the approval, he called me into his office and said to me " you just saved your job". Now he denies he ever said it. applies to Florida · 1 answer

So many great questions! So few answers :( .....
My company is lying telling me there is no work for me on my non "intermittent" fmla days. I don't receive a paycheck and cannot receive unemployment because the company has me listed as an active emp... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

I was asked if I was to drunk to show up to work. I was also asked if I smoke to much and my alway out side. I was also asked if I swear at employees. If I was a cycle toward other employees. And how I feel about how my disiabty affect my ability to work?
I was at an interview on Wednesday of this week and ask these question and feel these question where out of line for a job interview I'm wondering if I can take action against the company that did the... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I RESIGNED after 15years with the same company while I was feeling anxiety, a a condition I was being treated for. Tried to resend my resignation the same day. And my union rep. instructed me to take a leave of absence which my doctor gave me dated the da
Denied my FMLA. Employer lied to the EEOC about why I resigned. applies to California · 0 answers

I complained to hr in regards to feeling racially descriminated but had alsomput in my 2 weeks. I informed them I would take my two weeks back if things were resolved and they declined. I still speak to other employees and have been informed that another
since i no longer work there is my accusation invalid or has it been proven right due to these other employees being allowed to stay? My supervisor also wrote a email to hr begging them to keep me due... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my husband get severance pay?
My husband was "laid off" 6 months ago from an employer that he had worked 32 years for. There had been a reduction in force through lay offs. Employees were laid off and jobs were re-assigned. Most o... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

FMLA - coercion
I was out on FMLA from my job of 2+ years at an NGO while my terminally ill brother was in the hospital and when I returned to work after 9 weeks they had hired a new director in my sub-dept. We do no... applies to New York · 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

Can my employer, suspend me for five days when I have a folate in place?
I have a fmla in place and I was out of work for three days for related diagnostics. I was given five consecutive days of the next schedule. I went from 30 hours to 12, is this legal? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Company Wide Vaction days for 4th July- legal requirment?
Is an employer legally required to give full time employees a specific number of 'company vacation days' ie X-Mas/New Years/4th July every year- or is it up to the companys disgression and on a year l... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

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

I requested FMLA, prior to requesting it, I was signed up for STD. Since being out on leave, I noticed that my STD was deleted. Is this leagal and apart of the process. Mind you I work as an HR Coordinator?
Employer deleted my STD applies to Texas · 0 answers

My employer reduced the number of sick hours employees could carry from year-to-year from unlimited to 80. They retroactively reduced the number of hours many employees had already earned to 80. Can a company take away employee's sick leave, when they cha
My employer reduced the number of sick hours employees could carry from year-to-year from unlimited to 80. They retroactively reduced the number of hours many employees had already earned to 80. Can a... applies to Maryland · 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 Clause Valid?
My division is in the procees of being acquired. The new employer required all "transitioning" employees to sign a non-compete clause even though the official transition date is not until April 1, 200... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can a termination from a drug screen be upheld even if the test was not allowed?
Company does a drug screen of all employees. Arbitrator says that blanket drug screen not allowed. Should employees who tested positive and were fired be reinstated or has, as company rumor has it, th... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Hi, my former employer ha indicated to us since December 2013 that they were going to shut down the plant by March 2014 because of some warehouse consolidation strategy they came up with and had said they were only retaining two employees out of the thirt
Hi, my former employer ha indicated to us since December 2013 that they were going to shut down the plant by March 2014 because of some warehouse consolidation strategy they came up with and had said ... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can my supervisor discuss my medical issues with other employees
My supervisor often discusses other employees medical issues..prying to get info and diagnosis from them...I recently had been out to a medical condition and keeps prying for my diagnosis and making h... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

If a male employee takes a picture of female employee on a security camera breaking company policy is that violation of privacy? The cameras are used for the job itself at the workplace and all employees know they are there. The company had warned employe
Other employees were aware of the female violating cleanliness and safety rules. The male was in fear of losing his job for not reporting. Others are upset because she is still working and the reporte... applies to California · 0 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 have an administrator who has been out for 4 days to care for her husband. She has not submitted any type of documentation from a doctor for this. Our School Board Policy is vague. Is there a certain number before FMLA paper has to be given?
I am a school treasurer. I have a concern about an administrator who is abusing sick leave. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Is a spouse limited to where they render help?
While out on approved Intermittent FMLA for spouse with chronic Illness, is the employee limited to where they assist ill spouse with daily living needs, transportation and psychological support? applies to New York · 0 answers

Can my employer tell me I am not eligible to file for benefits due to a reduction in hours?
Employed by a Virginia Company for a job in Baghdad Iraq. Came back to the states for a 30 day leave and was suppose to return on February 1st. My employer contacted me to say my visa was not issued a... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is it inappropriate for an HR manager to discuss infractions of one supervisor's employees in front of a supervisor from another shift or to discuss these issues with her husband, just because he works at the same facility?
Supervisor had employee harassment issue. The HR manager continued conversation when another supervisor, (her husband), walked in without knocking, and HR manager discusses confidential information of... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

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

If a white male feels discriminated against by employers, is it grounds for an EEOC lawsuit?
If a white male employee gets passed up for a promotion to two black males who are not qualified, is it discrimination? These two black employees have been repremanded several time for stealing from c... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

In order to get employees back in the office, the company has instituted a mandatory must be in the office 4 days a week and can work from home the 5th. Now they are saying that if you are not complying it will affect your evauation even if working from h
In order to get employees back in the office, the company has instituted a mandatory must be in the office 4 days a week and can work from home the 5th. Now they are saying that if you are not complyi... applies to Florida · 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

Is this a NAFTA situation?
I am a provider for the state of Utah and have done this job for 15 years. My boss and other providers had a meeting with this agency (who we are contracted with). I guess a bunch of them had called a... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Can a Holiday policy reduce the number of Holidays for some employees while granting to most?
Company policy is 12 paid holidays, received only if scheduled to work those days. Some workers required to work weekends. New policy makes most Holidays fall on Mondays. E.G. Workers who don't work o... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Forced to work holidays when not my scheduled days
My wife works in the guard shack at a private lake community. She works first shift weekends, every weekend(she works Sat & Sun 16 hrs every week), on time never misses, she has always worked any holi... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

The small medical office I work for is being bought by a larger hospital system and we will become employees of the hospital. The hospital has informed us that although we will keep our same jobs at the office with the same providers, they are considering
Can hospital system who bought out our medical office make us new employees and take away our seniority and extra vacation time? Many of us have been here for 10 + years. applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Can my employer enforce 3rd party do not compete I was not aware of?
My boss has put a division of our company up for sale. He made sure to contact all companies in our industry in a 50 mile radius. He made them sign a confidentiality agreement (understandable) but a c... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can I use my fmla to refuse mandatory overtime ?
I came into work at 3:45pm and at that time I informed my sergeant that I cannot stay for mandatory overtime. He came to me at 6:15pm and mandated me stating he didn’t have anyone. I have a mother w... applies to New York · 1 answer

EMPLOYEE ON FMLA HAS USED UP AVAILABLE HOURS AS WELL AS THE 12 WEEKS. SHE'LL BE OFF 1 MORE WEEK. CAN WE CHANGE HER STATUS TO RPT FOR THAT WEEK IN ORDER TO MAKE HER GO ON COBRA INSURANCE?
SHE'S ALREADY PAID HER PORTION OF THE GROUP HEALTH BUT IT SEEMS THE EMPLOYER IS JUST TRYING TO GET THE EMPLOYEE TO HAVE TO PICK UP THE ENTIRE AMOUNT FOR A MONTH? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Are employers entitled to accomodate pregnant employees?
I am a cna who works 12 hour shifts at a hospital, I was 8 months pregnant and started having contractions. I had contacted my supervisor about cutting my work hours until i return from my maternity l... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Have restrictions on my return to work order, employer says there is no light duty work, but is expecting me to return all the same what do I do.
I slipped a disc when waking up to go to work. Had an mri done & got a spinal epidural done. Faxed over fmla papers to be off for the next 9 days. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

i have worked for my employer since 2017. i applied for FMLA to care for my mother 96. i was denied. I have provided more than 1250 work hours for this company. I also have other labor law issues with this company and I feel they are retaliated against me
They are denying my request for FML. And I have worked for them for 3 years. applies to California · 1 answer

I was laid off. Have a severance package w/ the stipulation that I sign their 'General Release'...
It states: "Employee agrees to waive any right to monetary recovery should any federal, state or local administrative agency or commission pursue any claims on employees behalf arising out of or relat... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Is this a violation of FMLA
Right befor I came back to work I told my boss that my doctor had released me and I could come back to work, At this time I was advised that I had missed more than I had been there this year and they ... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

is there a a protected class for an extention for fmla
was suspended without pay because i missed checking in a patient 3 times within 1 year, ive been there 15 yrs, and the desk has many blind spots where i would have to get up to scan the room. i have m... applies to Delaware · 0 answers

12 weeks pregnant, cashier, doctor requested no heavy lifting and sit breaks. Job won't accommodate and took me off schedule. What are my options? FL
Been with company 2 years, they suggest I apply for FMLA, but I can't afford to be without paycheck. Do not have disability insurance through my job but was a full time employee. applies to Florida · 1 answer

can I be excluded from an incentive compensation plan?
I have worked here for 8 years as a planner. I know that there is a bonus program for hourly employees who make certain targets quarterly as well as a separate bonus program for salary employees 1 job... applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

new York in on fmla for stress & anxiety with intermittent leaves where I have flare up, outburst, and erratic behavior. when I went to work as a Forman getting my work duties the previous supervisor stated that a co work on my shift was out yesterday and
union /company NEED ANSWER TO THE FIRST QUESTION NOT THIS ONE I CANT SEAM TO DELETE THIS ONE > THANK YOU applies to New York · 1 answer

MINIMUM WAGE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
I WORK FOR A SMALL BUSINESS WITH LESS THAN 50 EMPLOYEES WORKING FOR THE EMPLOYER. I WAS WONDERING DO A SMALL BUSINESS HAVE TO PAY THEIR EMPLOYEES MINIMUM WAGE OR THIS NEW LAW DOES NOT APPLY FOR SMALL ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If I filled a complaint at EEOC against my store manager about a month ago and if Im only given a day or two out of two weeks on the schedule and out of no where he sends me a text saying I'm no longer on the schedule and I need to have a meeting with the
My former manager is very racist, he says he's not but makes racial and unprofessional comments, he calls his employees dumb and act like zoo animals. He is very unfair to the other employees, he show... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Can I claim STD if my young daughter is the one ill?
My 3 yo daughter is going to be having brain surgery, I know I can use FMLA to secure my job but can I claim STD so I can get paid? applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Legal Problem or Not re: Unfair Treatment?
We have a Project Manager career track that has the following titles: Assistant Project Manager Associate Project Manager Project Manager Sr Project Manager Each title represents a higher level and sa... applies to New York · 0 answers

i got a letter while i was on fmla i live in nj hr had sent me a letter back in jan saying i had 5 days to contact them or i will be terminated was this a violation.
hr sent me a 5 day to call letter or i will be fired i had to contact there corp office and i was told ignore that letter do i have a case applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Hired by company contracted by new company. Still get severance from previous company?
The company (A) I work for was bought out. Employees were told they would receive a severance payment for each year they had been employed (by the way there was no written agreement, just verbal). The... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

Employment Restrictions
I currently work as a contract employee at Caterpillar Inc. I am a purchasing analyst and have been offered a position with a supplier to Caterpillar. Upon giving my notice, I was told by my Caterpill... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

If a store manager refers to a male employee as a queen and princess are there remedies?
At the store there is friendly competition among the employees for customer subscriptions they obtain. The store manager made a remark to two male employees, calling one King of subscriptions and the ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

If my company closes due to underperformance, can i get unemployment benefits after my maternity lea
i will stop working 4 weeks before my due date (I have a long drive to work) my office has 3 employees; another location in GA has about 20 employees. it appears as though my office will close while I... applies to New York · 0 answers

Does my supervisor or employer have the right to ask me questions concerning a 2nd part time job?
Do I have to give my supervisor information concerning a 2nd job if I have FMLA? applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can a company not reimburse employees for expenses submitted past 3 months from date of purchase?
My company enacted a policy of not reimbursing employees for business expenses if they are submitted more than 3 months from the date of purchase. My finance department is currently withholding reimbu... applies to New York · 1 answer

Longer hours requested, no more money for it ...
I work in a small private company as a manager and supervise 5 -6 employees. Our working week is 35 hours, but company has a right to extend it to 40 hours when needed. Such extensions happen and all ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Boss gives rubber check they promise to fix, and owes yet another. They're now filing for bankruptcy
I have kept all texts from them. Not two months ago they were avoiding paying me because they "were on a cruise". But now they can't pay us? And they feed me lines of bs, I could care less if it was r... applies to California · 0 answers

I am currently on FMLA due to depression and anxiety brought on by mandatory overtime They do not plan on hiring more people. My Dr wants to limits hours to 40. The employer can say this creates an undue hardship. But if they let me go they will be even m
my dr has not released me to go back to work yet. Are still adjusting medications. Dr will probably limit me to 40 hrs (ADA ) Not sure when I will be able to go back to work. Thank You. applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Is there a reliable resource that provides whether a voluntary separation plan offered to employees in public school districts is legal in each state?
I want to find a way to know if sevearance plans can be offered to employees of public school districts in each state. I know it is legal in some states, but not all. Is there a resource to consult or... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employer to switch from hourly to salary with-out the consent of the employee?
The company which I worked for, switched from Hourly to salary so they would not have to pay overtime,without the consent of the employees that were hired on at an hourly rate, also the same company m... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Ex-employer telling others not to hire me.
I was recently laid-off from my job. There are many other employees that are below me as far as seniority and they are still employed with the company. Is there a law on the order that employers shoul... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my employer force me to sign a non compete agreement, after being employed for almost 6 years?
I am a dog groomer. I work for commission. I have been with my employer for 5 years, 10 months. They have come up with a new " confidentiality, non-competition, non-solicitation and ownership rights a... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

I live in Florida, My boss is selling his Dental practice and the Dentist that is purchasing his practice I don't care to work for. Can I file for unemployment? This happened suddenly with no warning.
My boss is selling his Dental practice suddenly, No notice given to the employees, Can the employees that are left there as the new Dr comes in file for unemployment? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employer in Ohio to tell an employee that their pay has been cut due to performance in front of other non-HR employees?
Is it legal from a privacy standpoint, for a Manager to tell an employee, Sales Rep, that his salary was going to be reduced by 40% due to performance in front of a non-HR employee? The question is no... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have neuropathy in both my feet and have had 5 surgeries since august 2016.I'm needing another surgery on my right foot. I have taken std/fmla/ada. I was recently promoted in Oct,2016. I was told my performance has suffered and just placed on a 30 day c
I've been out about 4 weeks for each surgery.. I just want to know my rights, and if I have this another surgery will I loose my job. applies to Texas · 0 answers

I am a Shop Stewert for a large company. I had a violation and was treated harsher then others with the same violation. Is this retaliation?
I am a Shop Stewart for a large company. I had a violation and was treated harsher then others with the same violation. Is this retaliation? We have a new boss for a year and a half who has created a ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I have fmla for a disabled child. It states i cannot work weekends. My shift was 7_3 mon. Thru fri. They changed it to eow. They still schedule me on weekends and give me days ods during the week. I am forced to use what little pto i have or gor without p
Can they force me to burn up my pto or can i request they put me back on m thru f applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

the owner of the restaurant I work for said he wanted to knock me out!!!!
He said this during a managers meeting that I was not present at because I am not a manager but have had 4 different employees tell me this happened, and I think it more of a personal vendetta. Can I ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

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

Are full-time, salaried employees who work from home required to purchase their own equipment to perform their job?
My wife is a full-time, salaried employee of a company. She works remotely from home, as do all employees of this company. She was recently told that she would have to purchase new equipment for work ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

It's not mentioned in contract what happens with vacation pay if you quit? What am i owed?
I worked freelance for a year for company, but they treated us like employees. I think they realized they could get in trouble and three months ago they turned us all into employees and gave us 10 vac... applies to California · 0 answers

Retaliated against or discriminatory?
I was terminated ironically before I could have an "open door" meeting with upper management concerning 3 employees who were working off the clock, having kids 10 or younger working in store, stealing... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Can an agreement be changed by an employer after hours are already earned?
Many walmart employees recently lost the right to use the hours they had saved to use for their sick days. Now walmart changed the policy so these hours can only be used to care for a family member, o... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Payroll not processed timely/Employees receive direct deposit on diffent days
My company has on numerous occasion not processed payroll timely. Although everyone is on the same payroll cycle employees receive their direct deposits on different days. I haven't received my payche... applies to New York · 0 answers

Only one not to receive severance
Due to a loss of several major customers our company had to release 38 of the 40 employees in the area. My classification was different from the other 37, but many work responsibilities were shared. W... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

my husband has been told he is too expensive for overtime
My husband trained his boss, he has worked at the same company for 20 plus years and is now 49 years old. He works in a lab with 4 other guys all of whom have less time on the job than him. He is bypa... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I took a doctors note to my employer that stated I need 4 weeks off work due to anxiety. I later found out my manager told several other employees. Do I hav any rights to sue them?
I have been suffering from anxiety attacks and my Therapist gave me a note for work to take 4 weeks off. I went in to get something to eat there and a employee at the counter ask if I was okay. I ask ... applies to Indiana · 0 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

I work in a small company (10-12) employees. My boss is in the process of selling the business. Our contract of employment was just an email to me offering an hourly wage, which has been honored. Also in the email he offered to pay $165/month as a health
My boss has a history of promising a raise at your annual evaluation. One, he doesn't do any evaluation and if your lucky enough to get one, a raise is discussed but never finalized with the promise t... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I work in the Texas. I asked my immediate boss for FMLA time off and was denied to handle a few personal problems related to my father's death. I drafted a two weeks notice and gave it to my employer. They told me that I did not have any other option, but
Additionally, I complained of numerous situations while employed with this company and was always accused of being at fault. I only want my severance pay and to move on with my life. applies to Texas · 0 answers

My doctor has advised me not to drive because I've been having dizzy spells and blackouts.
Most of the questions I've seen are in regards to companies refusal or disregard for FMLA. My question involves my neurologist's refusal to complete FLMA paperwork that my company has supplied to them... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What are my rights while under doctors care and receivung long term disability?
I was on STD/FMLA and now I'm on LTD, the human resource office at my employment is not satisfied with my return date because there's not one at this time. I'm currently going for physical therapy and... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can an employer post on a visible board for everyone to see who called in sick? Isn't it a privacy issue? Some have fmla. And they still post it.
My employer post whomever called off during the month. Also dates. applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can my employer take a dollar from employees paychecks for every minute they're late?
Dear MEL, I have a question. I work for a small company in Texas - maybe somewhere around 50 employees. I am payed hourly. My employer is enacting a new policy that for every minute an employee is lat... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I was given a 10 day paid suspension without union reprensentation and was told I was under investigation regarding false accusations and allegations that were told to HR while I was absent from work due to FMLA related issues. I contacted my union whom t
Should I wait for my union rep to return back from her weekend or, should I proceed with EEOC? applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can a large fast food chain, cut a p/t employees hrs to avoid family members from working together?
A part time college students hours were cut due to his mother being an evening shift manager. (Evenings being most available to the student.) The regional manager stated, not in writing, that its the ... applies to New York · 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

Reverse Discrimination Lawsuits based on benefits
I am trying to find out about lawsuits stemming from higher paid employees whose benefits are not adequate to provide equal coverage as those who are lower paid. Example would be a corporate disabilit... applies to Kansas · 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

Hi. I have been dealing with kidney stone issues since March. In mid April I had a procedure done to bust up the stone, and a few days later had to go to the hospital again as it was found that a chilunk got wedged in my tube. They put a stent in me. I ha
I have been dealing with kidney stone issues since March. In mid April I had a procedure done to bust up the stone, and a few days later had to go to the hospital again as it was found that a chilunk ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Can my job terminate me if doctor refuses to cover absences?
My wife is pregnant, and I missed some days from work, but called it in with FMLA, then her OBGYN wouldn’t approve time I missed for illness. They said they can only approve 3 hours per absence, for... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Had surgery do i qualify
I just recently had sholder surgury and i was released to light dutie ,but my employer does not have any light dutie work .they said that they would let me draw unemployment .My question is would i qu... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Short Term Disability vs FMLA
A person is pregnant and the baby is due in November however her doctor has required her to take leave 12 weeks prior to her due date because of problems she still wants to take time off after the bab... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non Compete after a company leaves a market
My employer has recently sent out a memo stating that they are no longer engaging in business in several markets that we were previously conducting business in. All of the employees have non-compete c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Disabilty return to work
I am an Certified HR professional and had heart surgery and was out 6 months. When I returned even though our policy states Employees returning to work upon the expiration of their leave will be reins... applies to California · 0 answers

Relationship with boss, FMLA pregnancy leave, retaliation?
I had a relationship with my boss, and became pregnant. He told me he was in the midst of a divorce. In August, he went on FMLA leave after finding out he had testicular cancer that spread. In late Se... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Questionable Employer Ethics and Compensation Questions
Hi, I've been working at a company for over 10 years and have noticed several areas of questionable discrimination, although I don't know whether that term can be applied legally to these situations: ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Can an employer prevent a part-time employee from working at an additional job?
Our company just instituted a new employee ethics policy that prohibits full and part time employees from working at any other employer without prior senior management approval. As the workforce is 80... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How do I keep from owing?
AnonymousJune 30, 2018 at 1:57 PM I am on FMLA (12 wks job security) and STD (50% average pay for 12 wks). STD is set at 6mo. While this is not work comp (although I did file a security report which w... applies to Texas · 0 answers

My manager is married to the owner and she grabbed me, it's on camera, do I have a case?
My manager is married to the owner and she is known for having no boundaries. She publicly belittled me, speaks poorly of me in front of me to other employees, and today she put her hands on me and gr... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Federal EEO (US Postal Service) attorney who can take a case in Utah on contingency?
Unfortunately I'm finding it very difficult to find an attorney who handles federal at all. I developed a spine condition and reported it to my supervisor with my doctors notes, and filed for FMLA. I ... applies to Utah · 0 answers

What can I do?
First I would like to say, I live in PA and work in DE as an RN. I have just been faced with a difficult situation. I was asked to leave with the option of resigning. I worked there for a little over ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

they didn't rehire ex employees but just rehired a girl they fired!! Can i sue them?
I put in my two weeks notice and quit my job. New job didn't work out so i ask for my old job back was told company policy they didn't rehire ex employees but just rehired a girl they fired!! Can i su... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

How long after I return to work from maternity leave does my employer need to guarantee my job?
I am returning to work after maternity leave under FMLA however, I belive that my employer will RIF me within the first day or two. Is this legal? applies to Maryland · 0 answers

My company terminated my employment under complaint from an union employee, i was suspended then I got call to let me know i was fired.
Employees refuse to follow my instructions as head department manager and union representative or shop steward came to cheers the employee for refuse do their job i warn all of them that I will make a... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Is COPD a serious health condition for FMLA purposes?
Is there a 'laundry list' of examples of serious health conditions (diseases) and is COPD a serious health condition? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

FMLA chronic and permanent conditions certifications
When you have an ongoing chronic and permanent illness such as epilepsy,does your employer have a right to demand you see your doctor every 60 days even though hes askign to see you once every six mon... 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

FMLA rights in Hostile work enviroment
I have had issues with a new Manager on Many occurrences I have taken, on average 1 day a week off because my Fibromyalgia is majorly effected. Been to HR 3 times because my manager reacts with angry ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Heart attack
I was admitted to the hospital because of a heart attack and missed 8 days of work. the company used my last vaction day for one days pay. but still said I was out on fmla for 8 days shouldn't it only... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I WORK 44 HOURS STRAIGHT TIME EVERY WEEK.,WHY?
I HAVE WORKED FOR A MAJOR AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT DEALERSHIP FOR 33 YEARS,IT IS OWNED BY A FARM FAMILY.WE HAVE APPROX 33 EMPLOYEES AND GROSS SALES ANNUALLY 8-10 MILLION.OUR STANDARD WORK WEEK IS 44 HOUR... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Good afternoon, i have FMLA papers but im working every day , the only thing is that i have to go to many drs apt in a month , they are taking my hours from my sick time which i dont have any more and now they taking my time from my vacation hrs, soon im
I have Lupus, Cancer cells, Anxiety, Depresion, Thyroids, Migraine, needs to go to see a cardiologyst cause recently find a heart problem. applies to Florida · 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

If I take FMLA do I have to disclose information about my surgery to my Corp office?
I'm planning on having surgery which I want to keep private. On one of the forms I have to submit to the doctor its asking what the surgery is for. I find this absurd! and dont want to disclose "what ... applies to California · 1 answer

DISCRIMINATION
I have been employed for almost 12 yrs at a med clinic, which I love. Our office has accepted a new Practice Site Administrator that has made it clear to all employees that she is "boss". We are not a... applies to Washington · 0 answers

severance and issue of contract
My company is closing down. I have been offered a severance pay the offer is less than what my colleagues have been offered. I questioned this with our personnel department asking if the severance is ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I was terminate do in Georgia for absenteeism no call no show for 3 days but I did call the company number that has an answering machine for employees to call when there going to be out because I went to work @ 6 am so most time management isn't there but
I never been warned are wrote up for absenteeism but the supervisor said I was a no calls no show for 3 days while I was hospitalize for at least 4 days and I have the doctors excuse and hospitals adm... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

FMLA/Newborn care leave
My Question is about newborn care leave, it states that you can use this up to your child is age one. What is all covered under this? Doctors appointments, child being ill? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a employer take your paid and unpaid days aways from you from a serious life threatening situation, I was there less then 6 months they took my paid days away and my 3 unpaid days away and made me fill out fmla papers knowing I don't qualify for it an
Just want a correct answer to this , to many inexperienced people and high job turn around. applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I worked as a Security manager and I (along with other employees) witnessed my GM drinking and later on I had a very strong suspicion of the GM using illegal drugs. I informed the owner of my findings and shortly after I felt like I was being singled out
worked for comapny a total of 3 years as security. And when I witnessed illegal behavior on the part of management I always went directly to the owner. This last time the owner (I believe) violated th... applies to Washington · 0 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

Can an acquiring company hold back a severance package?
The company I work for is being acquired by another. A severance package is promised to employees that are not retained after the merger. The buying company needs many of the employees to stay on for ... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

warn
Each year we have shut down during holiday time. Some times it is four weeks or five and others it could be three weeks depending on business. This year our client is renovating,and some of our employ... applies to New York · 0 answers

Is it illegal for an employer to only give some employees the opportunity to join a union when we have different job titles but do the same work? We are all clerical and none of us are management.
We have clerical assistants, Legal Clerks, Administrative Technicians, but only certain employees were given the opportunity to join the union. We all do the same work. Is this legal that my employer ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Should I contact an attorney for wrongful termination?
My former employer discharged me for reasons that were fabricated. I believe this was in part because they were changing my working hours which I was against . I was awarded unemployment benefits. I h... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is an employer required to pay employees if they are not allowed to finish time after r
I work for a company that requires 30 days notice (to be paid for unused time, for one thing). There is a lot of turnover, and in recent months, employees who have resigned have not been allowed to fi... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can my co. (CA based) deduct from my accrued vacation hours; because they have just changed our office hours from 45-40hr. work weeks. I understand it accruing would change moving froward, but can they retroactively?
The studio I work for allows employees to accrue vacation hours. I was accruing up to 20/days a year based on a 45hr. work wk. The company just switched most employees to 40hr work wks, and because of... applies to California · 0 answers

Can a Manager prohibit where employees walk in the building?
My manager was recently granted a desk move for me next to him and two other peers of mine. Another manager wanted the desk I am moving into for her employee however, she did not get it. My manager ha... applies to California · 0 answers

My company moved all of it's w2 employees to a PEO at the close of Q1 2015. Is my employment agreement still a valid contract?
At the close of Q1 2015 my employer moved all of it's W2 employees to a PEO, Trinet SOI. This PEO oversee's all benefits, unemployment claims etc. Is the employment agreement I signed under the employ... applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

Mel is it legal to force Exempt Emp. to take Vacation or dock pay for a friday following a holiday
This is the E mail that was sent out, and I would like to know if this is legal to force an employee to take a vacation on a Friday or dock their pay. It is the company that decided to close the facil... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

TN Maternity Leave Act on out-of-state employees
My company is based out of Tennessee and has over 100 employees. My employee handbook states that any employee who has been employed with the company for 12 months and gives three months notice may us... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

Retaliation For Filling A Partial Unemployment Claim. Is This Case Lawsuit Worthy?
I came back from vacation and had my hours cut from 32+ to 8 hours a week with less than a week's notice along with a two month notice of termination of health insurance all this when I was 4 months p... applies to California · 0 answers

If my employer pre- approved my vacation (PTO) and a week prior to when my vacation takes place I submit my two weeks notice, can my employer deny my PTO?
Over 2 months ago I submitted a request to take off, using my PTO, from July 5th to July 7th. On June 19th, I was offered a position with another company. I did not know at the time I submitted my PTO... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can an employee be docked vacation time if late?
Dear MEL, I am employed by a small- medium sized company (employing approx. 100 people) and they have recently enacted a new late policy. The policy is as follows; If an employee is one minute late th... applies to New York · 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

I've out on medical leave and the company I work out announced they terminated me. They have not contacted me directly or provided me a letter documenting the termination. Are they allowed to notify the whole company that I am terminated even though they
I am out sick on medical leave. The company announced I was fired to other employees but did not contact me or provide me a letter of termination. I found out I am fired but other employees that work ... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Can I enforce the non-compete agreement with immediate family who involved in the business?
Hello there, I'm seeking a legal advice, please help! In 2018, I purchased a small existing business with all my saving, I kept all existing employees, which including the former owner's daughter (i p... applies to New York · 0 answers

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

I have ongoing high anxiety and panic attacks along with depression that keeps me from working up to 3 weeks at a time. Recently (a week ago) I went to a Drs appt and discovered my Dr had quit and a LPN was now my Dr. She refused to sign my off work paper
Was fired because new Dr. Would not give me a Dr slip for my ongoing anxiety and depression. FMLA is pending. The hr is saying it's for missed days. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Sister entitled to intermittent fmla
I have a friend who's sister is in a coma ( She had a brain aneurysm burst) She is the only living member of her sister, other than her brother in law. Why isn't she eligible for an intermittent leave... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

False Pay and Review Promises
I was employed with a company located in Oakland, Ca. for almost two years. After my initial interview with this company, I was asked what salary rate I was seeking by the person interviewing me. I wa... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer deny me the right to attend a work meeting while on FMLA (maternity leave)?
I am a teacher six weeks into maternity leave. My principal emailed our team asking if one of us was willing to represent our school at a school fair. I responded that I would be happy to attend, but ... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Using paid sick leave and paid vacation for FMLA
Is an employer required to allow you to use your sick leave when you are on a family medical leave, so that you can remain in a paid status? Thank you! applies to California · 1 answer

Employment
Recently, I informed management employees were taking days off without mgmt. approval and not logging their time in the payroll database. The employees found out and now state I have attitude issues. ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Bonus question. Ohio.
I'm with a firm with a few hundred employees. New management came in recently, and offered everyone an "appreciation" bonus (aka retention bonus). A simple correspondence went out stating all employee... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can I be held to a noncompete contract If I was laid off?
After being on medical leave (fmla) I was laid off do to not having enough work. But after appling for another job myfromer employer is saying I'm under a noncompete contract for 12 months. Iam gettin... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was let go after 18 years with a company
I have many questions and not really sure how to go about asking, I was initially fired for harassment,(verbally)I was not the person that was harassing, but was verbally harassed in front of many emp... applies to Florida · 1 answer

first step with wrongful termination when less than 15 employees
I was wrongfully terminated in retaliation for complaining about unlawful discrimination-I gave written notice to my boss explaining my intent to quit in 15 days if he didn't show some willingness to ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I was working through staffing and was at my 90 days and a former co worker that was hired in the company said I sexually harassed her after I had told her that I was having issues with her niece. Even though she has cut up with other employees plus smack
I had said something to another older female about her but being getto booty as well as other male employees too. Later down the road she came by me on her lift and I pinched her butt. Just joking wit... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Terminated/Rehired
I was terminated from my job after unknowingly letting my FMLA expire...I was told that 2 certified letters where sent to me, one stating my due date back to work and the next for my termination.I nev... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

COVID-19 - Salary Exempt employees pay cut by 20%
My company put all Exempt Salary employees on a mandatory 32 hour work week and reduced our salary by a related 20% during the COVID-19 Pandemic. This lasted for two months. During that time our expec... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

can employer take employees pto if he or she does not work overtime?
Can employer take pto hours if employees do not work overtime? applies to California · 0 answers

What is the base rate used in calculating severance
Prior to separation through a "Work force Reduction" the salaried employees took a mandatory 5% salary reduction. Upon signing the severance agreement outlining the numbers of weeks for vacation and s... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

How long is my job protected?
How long is my employer required by law to "protect" my job? I was out on FMLA for 12 weeks (due to cancer) and have been on short term disability for apx 6 months. Is my employer required to give me ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

can an employer have an extended holiday (labor day) and require hourly employees to use a vacation day or accept a non paid day and can they require a salary person to use a vacation day
business is slow therefore the company decided to extend labor day to include Tuesday as day off and have hourly employees use a vacation day or take a non paid day off and have salary people use a va... applies to Louisiana · 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

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

I work for a large alarm company and have used intermittent FMLA due to a heart condition and diabeties causing me to miss work. This year I have had several heart issues one made me go to hospital in an ambulans and 2 other hospital stays My new manager
Ask to take demotion Moved to different position without notice Unjustified write ups and accusations Continued manipulation of things I do or say applies to Texas · 0 answers

I became disabled due to my job. Drs said I will never return to that caliber job again. Can I sue?
My Brother was sick for 14 months before he died. I moved from DC to NY to care for him for the entire 14 months. I managed my job and my brother well. I was given a 14% pay increase during this time.... applies to New York · 0 answers

We found a typo in our employee handbook and were wondering how binding it was. The typo concerns the number of weeks off. It currently reads that "after 12 months employees get twee weeks vacation an... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

I need information on whether a company is able to deny full-time to someone?
I live in Michigan and work for a company as a "part-time" employee. I have been putting in 43-55 hrs /week for over 3 years now which is the same or more than all the full-time employees work at this... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

If I receive a severance package with a one year bridge and the company merges with another company before performance stocks are paid, shouldn't I be paid cash at the time of closing like all other current employees since the target for the performance s
I found out that my position was being eliminated and that I would be given a severance package that includes bridging me one year to 20 years for pension reasons. The severance also includes a 2/3 pa... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Confidentiality Statement
I signed a confidentiallity agreement with a company that I am working for that states " During employement with X company, employees may be exposed to certain information of a confidential or proprie... applies to California · 1 answer

Hiring employees after leaving company
I am employed in Maryland. A colleague and a friend of mine has left that company (A). While talking to him about the kind of work he's doing I asked if he needs help. Consequently, I was offered a jo... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

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

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

Need first/next step to take when they have constructed termination due to retaliation.
I need to know next steps to take, Placed on PIP, being retaliated against, I'm on partial FMLA, which I had to set up to get time off for Dr's. appointments. What do I need to do now so that I won't ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Does the CA Warn Act employee count include those who work out of state even if the company is in CA
A company headquartered in California but has other remote locations in the United States had a mass layoff of 160 employees. The do not meet the Federal Warn Act requirements since they only let go o... applies to California · 0 answers

Non Compete/Child Care Center
I was employed by a private day care center. As condition of my continued employment I was asked (as well as all employees) to sign a Non Compete contract after being employed for 1 month. The Day car... applies to Texas · 2 answers

I am currently out on short term disability which I anticipate to be finished in May. I have an interview for another job and need to know how or if to answer any questions related to this???
Basically, I need to know how to answer questions from a potential employer about being out on FMLA and short term disability applies to Georgia · 0 answers

National origion discrimination
Hello, I Have been employed for state for past 6 years. on march 2009 I was fired and my wife asked to resign for a reason stating " Unacceptable personal conduct" the conduct was I was making a perso... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

This is a new Vacation, Paid Time Off Question
My employer decided to combine all of my vacation, medical leave and personal time off earned into one Paid Time Off amount or allotment. Also, my employer forces me to forfeit any hours over 40 accru... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

What is the statue of limitations on wrongful termination while working for the government in Ohio. Many laws broken. If I had to choose It was wrongful termination.
I was verbally told I was fired because I took FMLA. Many law were broken. I suffer from serious PTSD from the harrassment and wrongful termination from a government position in Canton, OH applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Unjust Termination - Legal Action?
I recently accepted a management position in Huntsville AL (an at-will employment state); it required that I move from Colorado Springs, CO. I moved to Huntsville 5 months ago and have been working ha... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

I have 2 employees working on straight commission but if they don't make quota I will pay them minimum wage, is this an acceptable wage or am I violating a wage order?
My employees are in different state than me and are helping me build my business. They will host a gathering to purchase tea accessories. They get 20% of sales for the party if they sell more than $30... applies to California · 0 answers

Do I have a case for defamation of charater or other things?
Recently a couple of fellow employees and I have been socializing in the parking lot at our place of employ on our breaks and lunches. Yesterday my friends supervisor threatens him and my other friend... applies to Virginia · 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

Domestic partner: do I qualify for FMLA intermittent leave to care for my long time heterosexual domestic partner during cancer treatment?
I have lived with my "unmarried spouse" for years. We are heterosexual, but I know my company offers same sex sex partners the ability to partake in family insurance/ benefits. Are they then required ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can an exempt management employee refuse to use a time clock if rest of exempt employes do?
Our company just changed to having salaried employees use time clocks as a means of recordkeeping per FLSA. The owners tired of being asked to review written timecards each pay period because they did... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Because my FMLA was used up because of multiple surgeries and rehab, my position as RN on a unit was posted and filled. When I did return to work it was as a greeter in a hospital waiting area for about half my former salary. Shortly thereafter I was aske
Currently I spend about 15 hours per week on these calls. The last refusal alluded to the fact that these calls were not included in my greeter's job description. It would require 2 job titles for me ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Relocation contract
I have recently taken a position where the last manager was promoted. I signed a 12 month relocation contract where I am responsible for part of my relocation if I resign prior to a year of service. I... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

severance pay advise
Two of my employees recently told me that they had been offered a better job somewhere else. I told them that I could not match their offer and that I needed to know what they were going to do. They t... applies to California · 1 answer

In AZ can an employer require an independent contractor sign a non compete without an expiration
I have been a pet groomer for over 30+years always working as an employee where we filed the standard w-2 tax papers. This year I began helping a friend who recently opened her own grooming shop and w... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Opening and stealing employees mail??!!
I was just informed that a fellow employee was going through the company mail and found a letter that was addressed to me and he opened it. Showed it around to fellow employees and then kept the lette... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

If an announcement is made to close down 2 departments in the upcoming months and all affected employees will receive severance, can the employer force one of the departments to change jobs to do the work of the other department, prior to the closing date
The employer announced to 2 departments that they would be closing. One department will be relocated and the affected employees will be forced into working in the other department until the closure da... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have FMLA due to a bad liver, bone cancer ,diabetes and a few other problems lead told if I can not do my job and bring in a dr notes saying I have limited things I could do for awhile I would be moved to a different shift cause there was to many people
I am going to go in for a liver transplanted soon I have gone on to my last days I have bone cancer Auto immune disease and I have Caesars in my heart making it hard d to breathe also Diabetes applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Was my position eliminated do to retaliation?
I was employed with a health facility for more than 5 years. After several incidents reported from possible theft, schedule changes, manager harassment/hostile work environment, COO issues, FMLA from ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Change in work hours/no change in compensation
Our company is planning to expand hours from 35 to 40 hours per week, but does not intend to compensate non-exempt employees for the additional 5 hours per week they will be required to work. Non-exem... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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 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

I was terminated and given a severance package along with Cobra being paid by my employer. However, the first severance pay was received and benefits were withheld. I was the payroll specialist and never withheld benefits from previously termed employees.
I was the payroll specialist at my former employer so I have a working knowledge of how we would handle termed employees. They have processed payroll and continued to withhold medical, dental, vision ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Is it legal for a Union rep to share information from a former employees personal profile?
My husband was terminated from his position with a reputable company and was in the Union. He pays child support and when he was terminated, he went to child support recovery to get his payments lower... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

pregnancy and benefits
Hello, My husband and I are wanting to try and start our family. I am graduating from college in December and I have had a few job offers from other companies where their benefits are set to start on ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

How to respond to incorrect use of policy
I Have worked for this company for 4+ years now and have only had one "disiplinary action" Due to absences within my first year falling short of FMLA leave requirements. I didn't fight it because it w... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

How do non-solicitation agreements apply to terminated employees.
Suppose two companies (in Texas) have a contract for the exchange of services that includes a clause that prohibits each party from soliciting the other's employees for one year after the agreement is... applies to Texas · 0 answers

You have been at your job for only 2 months to find out your pregnant, can they fire me?
I found out I was pregnant after 2 months of being hired. I didn't sign up for STD and won't get FMLA due to not being here a year when baby is born. What options do I have to protect my job? Boss say... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

What are the laws concerning promised severance pay and going back on that promise?
My company was bought out by another company. The new company said we would all be laid off at the end of 30 days, and that they would give us 2 weeks severance. The end of the 30 days will be Nov. 5.... applies to Utah · 0 answers

can I be told not to call in anymore if I have accrued six weeks sick leave?
I recently found out my step mother has throat/ lung cancer and she lives 3 hours away. I called in my sick leave every day consecutively while caring for my step mother. While in Indiana caring for m... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was not given the free life insurance or retirement as every other employee. Any recourse?
When I was hired was told the life insurance was at my cost and never told of a retirement plan which every other employee was given. The retirement is employer matched to 2%. I found out after almost... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

Age discrimination by UW in lay off
I was laid off May 1, 2018, from my IT job at UW Madison and I thought age discrimination was a factor. I was age 51 and had worked there 21 years. Since my layoff I have applied for over 200 jobs at ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Is this grounds for wrongful termination?
A co-worker went to a supervisor and stated I was supposedly sleep on the job. I wasn’t sleep but simply had my head down due to having a migraine. The job has FMLA documentation of my migraines and... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Do I have a case. I was demoted for poor work performance due to an accident on the job I am African American 4 Caucasian employees were involved as well but only I suffered a 10 day suspension as well as a demotion from senior position to entry level pos
Working on a job with several employees one was injured as a result the company took action and suspension resulted for all parties involved except my punishment was more harsh in addition to suspyIbw... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Hi I work in private sector in Florida. My bosses decided to have all employees currently employed pay back negative PTO (they had already paid them) They looked at the past year, and unilaterally decided they were going to deduct the time in increments f
I work in private sector. We have a handbook that clearly states how much time everyone has for PTO. Company policy states that you notify your supervisor and boss to request time off. They approve th... applies to Florida · 0 answers

My wife had her fibula bone removed from her leg because of a tumor, it has been a month since the surgery and the doctor provided her with a light duty work restriction, her employer said she can not come back to work unless she has a no restriction note
She is currently on FMLA, she went back to work and worked 2 full days and then HR manager said she can not come back unless she has a no restriction note. applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can an attorney negotiate a severance package if I would like to resign(from current job)?
I felt as if I was discriminated against for the company I currently work for. I written a complaint only for it not to be investigated by the company. After that the problem still some what exist and... applies to New York · 1 answer

If CBA states that all employees are entitled to progressive discipline system without exception, can the employer still fire an employee for the first misconduct? SO is it means that regardless of the seriousness of the misconduct (CBA DOES NOT EXCLUDE G
The employer seeks termination of an employee for watching pornography at work , CBA under employee protection states that all employees are entitled to progressive discipline system without any excep... applies to New York · 0 answers

Medical/Dental Benefit Changes for LTD recepients
I've noticed the many responses to acquiring the Benefit SPD and then in finer print the Plan. The latter is much more informative while the Summary is just that - summary and seldomly touches upon al... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Is it illegal to work for a completing company owned by former employees of my current employer?
I would like to leave my current employer and work for a competitor. The competing company was started by my current employer's former VP and one other former employee. Both former employees lost thei... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

What step to take next in EEOC case
Filed charges for demotion in Nov 08 replaced with male. Then discharged in July 09 stating I did not provide info due to charges from auto accident. Two days after filing FMLA and had a disability. C... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

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

salary holiday pay and time clocks
the company i work for is a salary and hourly based employer. for our holidays they require us to work the day before and the day after to be paid for the holiday. i understand the hourly employees, b... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I be sued for taking clients from a prior employer?
I have recently left my job, which was in the accounting field. A non-competition agreement was never signed between myself and my employer. I have now started up my own business. My previous employer... applies to Utah · 0 answers

how do I deal with a rude contract officer (GS) trying to get me trouble?I have witnesses to events
I support an active duty Marine for the technical aspects of a demonstration contract. The contract has been let and the contracting officer is trying to run the demonstration and has been corrected n... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

wrongful termination threat
Hello, I am 18.5 weeks pregnant. I have been out for pregnancy related illness for 24 hours total since June. I have also used 12.5 hours of my FMLA time to go to the doctor and other appointments. To... applies to California · 1 answer

My doctor placed me on disability on September 7th. I was scheduled to have surgery soon on my foot and he wanted me to stay off of my foot until surgery. My boss took me off because I let her know a few days prior. The 10th I called H.R. and they approve
On disability leave for up to 3 months from my podiatrist I've been at my job from 9/10/18-9/7/19 when placed on disability Denied my disability Denied FMLA Will get written up and or fired if I don't... applies to California · 0 answers

in a union shop is it legal to fire someone for a policy that was put in place with out notifying the employees
is it legal for a company to terminate someone for a policy that was put in place without notifying the employees in a Union shop, I signed a policy 03/27/17 the new policy was put in place in April o... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

If my supervisor speaks to other employees about my personal matters in a negative way to make them upset with me is that defamation or slander?
I was off work for 3 days due to a death of someone close to me and while I knew I would not receive the company's bereavement pay, I was also told that I could take the 3 days and use my accrued pers... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can a hospital enforce a policy they have to restrict former employees from coming back as a vendor for a certain amount of time? Not a non compete because nothing was signed it was just a policy added and was supposedly verbally told to all employees. Al
I accepted a job with a company and my prime responsibility was to be taking care of a certain surgeon at the hospital I currently work. I searched the employee handbook and everywhere for any reason ... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

"Temporary" layoff and severance
5 of 6 (not the manager) salary employees were layed off after being given 2 weeks verbal notice. I have a contract with the company that requires 90 days written notice or payment in lieu of. There i... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

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

Help Help Help
I was wondering, I own a small employment service that I started in 1999 . At the time I hired on my stepmom and as it grew I hired on my half sister. They both signed no compete clause with me . 2 ye... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am paid X amount on the books but more in cash and i think im going to be fired soon?
I have worked for my employer for well over 15 years. There was a dispute in the company between owners. The majority owner the one that runs the day to day operations thinks that i gave information t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

On 10/27/17 I tore a tendon in my foot walking down the steps in the parking garage at work, It took until mid December to be determined that Workman's Comp would cover this. During this time I had applied for FMLA, during this time all of my PTO was exha
Can I be required to pay back PTO if I receive payment from workman's comp weeks after I have exhausted all of my PTO when I sustained an injury at work? applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Employer's right to medical information
Approximately 8 months ago my employer sent a form to each employee for the employee to itemize what prescription drugs they were using, including dosages and times. Supposedly, every time an employee... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I was off work on a Fmla (non work related) due to major foot surgery. Returned back to work after 9 weeks off since I been back I am experiencing sever pain in my foot and up my leg. I work at a school for emotion impaired students. I had to break up a f
Bone spur surgery and reattachment of archilles tendon and Bunin repaired I have 3 screws and 4 rods in my foot applies to Michigan · 0 answers

my fmla expired while being treated for breast cancer...my employer now wants me to resign as i still have an open wound that i pack daily and due to the nature of my work (nursing) , i cannot return until the wound is closed...what are my options?
i am getting better now and the wound is small ...i would guess in 3 weeks it should be closed but i cant say for sure...employer wants me to resign and reapply in 3 months...i know they will not hire... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Employee gave two week notice and only completed four of the ten days. They knew the company policy that they are not eligible for rehire and any bonuses that are rewarded to current employees. However they want a bonus check for the month prior to leavin
An employee put in two weeks notice on February 7th. She worked one week then did not return. We have a rehire policy (you must complete your two weeks to be eligible for rehire) and you must complete... applies to Florida · 0 answers

ntly diagnosed with acid reflux because of vomiting am I eligible for FMLA for this?
My daughter was recently diagnosed with acid reflux because of waking up vomiting so after the 4th time I took her in & they assume it's acid reflux but need to perform further testing and while in th... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I'm being accused of stealing from the company and the president of the company has told other employees about this. He has said I'm handcuffed several times and that I'm in cohoots with my former boss. I have done nothing wrong everything I've done was s
I'm being accused of taking money from the company cause my boss at the time gave me bonus pay several times. The other ladies in our department got bonus pay also but they are asking why i got more. ... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

is it legal for my boss to withhold corporate office contact information so I cant file a complaint?
Well on 3 separate occasions now, my gm/district manager has not only caused a hostile work environment, hes bad mouthed and tore me down to the entire restaurant of employees. Slander as well as defa... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Terminated through VM and harassed.
I was terminated today on VM while on vacation. The CEO terminated another director (both of us over 40) offered her severance, not me. He repeatedly,daily grabbed his crotch, was verbally intimidatin... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Wrongful Termination?
My mother, who worked as a housekeeper for HealthCare Services, recently got terminated for not signing a contract with her employer. My mother, who only has an 8th grade education asked her employer ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can your employer deny you short term disability (paid) and list you as ada to avoid paying you?
Can your employer deny you short term disabilitiy (paid) classify you american with disabilities (I am assuming ada is not paid).? This all is of course after Fmla was exhausted. Why was I not put bac... applies to Washington · 0 answers

My Boss is untouchable?
I am one of two managers that work under the GM of a restaurant. My GM is crossing the line many times. Workers used to tell me that he was verbally abusive, perverted and vindictive. I didn't see it ... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can FMLA be used one day per week to take my wife to the doctor appointments?
I am the primary care giver for my wife. She has schizophrenia and is pregnant. I am the only one who can get her to go to a doctor so it's vital I have time to take her, but I also need to work at le... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

I have been on FMLA for almost 6 weeks getting ready to return to work the manager called me last Friday to inform me my job was given to another supervisor.I work for Lowe’s corporate do I have a case?
I have worked hard to get to the position that I had. It was a less stressful job.I feel I have been punished for being sick. I worked hard to get a team that was pros and now they are putting me back... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

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

Do I have to disclose to my new employer about a pending EEO at my former job?
I have a pending EEO (FMLA, retaliation) on my former employer. I just started a new job, do I have to tell them about my pending case? They have to contact my former employer. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employer in Maryland to mandate attendance to a national meeting being held out of the state and make the employee use PTO to attend? If the employer is paying for the registration expenses for the mandatory meeting.
Employer is paying for the expenses to attend the meeting, like registration, hotel, and flights. The national meeting will be held in Nevada and employer is mandating attendance. The employer is also... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

How do I handle 2 employees who are demanding immediate pay for their final pay. I believe that I have to pay final pay next pay period. In nj.
I have 2 employees one quit one was let go. They are demanding immediate pay because they think I owe them back pay. I am up to date on their pay it's just they don't understand biweekly payroll and t... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I think I may be let go for being out of work for medical reason 4 days.
My employer posted a job opening for my job while I was out sick for 4 days and have medical documentation to prove it. I found out about the posting from my colleges job site the same day they posted... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Severance package accepted but employer wants to deny unemployment benefits can they do this?
My employer has offered a severance due to closing their facility. I work for a union shop and the first agreement is to offer a severance package and not to contest unemployment benefits. That was ag... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

should i contact an employment lawyer
I recently quit my job due to my manager constantly being hostile towards me. In my situation this includes cursing me out, talking bad about me as a person and my character to other employees, consta... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Erratic Schedule and Pay Errors
I have two questions. The first pertains to having a set schedule, and the second pertains to correcting wage errors. My mother works in the activities department of a nursing home for little more tha... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If I am receiving SDI in CA and elect to voluntarily resign, will I continue to receive SDI pay through the 52 weeks if approved by my doctor?
My SDI claim begins 11/7/2016 - I am a teacher in prison, and I didn't have enough hours to qualify for FMLA. I requested a medical leave of absence, which is at the discretion of the Warden. I don't ... applies to California · 0 answers

Company took another employees word over mine because she protected status and I am not
I was working for a non-profit oranization as a store manager. I was going to disipline a supervisor for attendance, whe she stated "Go ahead I"ll tell the main office that you called me a stupid B---... applies to Oregon · 1 answer

Discrimination, Retaliation?
I am a national Mexican; since I filed a discrimination charge back in 2002, and complained to upper management about lack of advancement and lack of pay increase (June 2003 and December 2003) my empl... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I had filed a hostile work place and age discrimination to my employers in writing my attorney is telling me I have to wait and continue to work there I do not understand why I have to work there I am under doctors care took FMLA and I cannot stand going
As for the hostile workplace my manager had pulled a nice twice in the filth in the workplace verbal and as for the age discrimination I knew they were trying to get rid of me they stop giving me the ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Doctors recommendation not sufficient
Turned in FMLA paperwork to HR director who told me it was not sufficient taking 12 weeks off after delivery as doctor stated. Told me I need a medical excuse for taking 12 weeks. Correct me if I'm wr... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My spouse had a stroke and I had to use a little over 30 days of fmla. My supervisor is now telling me I need a Dr's excuse from his Dr stating I am able to return back to work. Is this really necessary? I've been back to work for almost a month and they
do I need a Dr's excuse stating from my spouses dr to return back to work? applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

FML running concurrently with short term disability
I work for a large company. I am currently out on short term disability, a benefit provided in part by my employer and in part my my own state disability payroll deductions. Can my employer require me... applies to California · 1 answer

Corporate sent me a letter stating that I voluntarily resigned as unable to return to work due to foot injury. I did not resign.
Scheduled to return to work on July 17 from FMLA. Unable to do as broke foot before returning. Company states I voluntarily resigned. I did not. I have worked with company 10 yrs and 10 months. applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Do I have recourse if laid off upon returning from WC claim?
Our Company filed for bankruptcy in Feb 09 and I went out on a WC claim in Mar 09, currently still on leave. During hard financial times company has not laid anyone off even when it made financial sen... applies to California · 0 answers

Am I tied by Non Compete/solicitation agreement
Iam providing contract software services at client 'C' thru Vendor 'B' and a layer 'A' where my employer is 'V'. Here is the structure (V -> A -> B -> C) B was willing to work directly with my employe... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a nonunion nonbenefitted employee be denied participation in a severance program?
A union employee at one campus of a hospital chain is given a severance package. Can a nonunion nonbenefitted employee at a different campus be denied a severance package given that the hospital alway... applies to California · 0 answers

I took a day off after being up caring for my daugter until 2:00 am and had to be at work 4:30 am
my 12 year old daughter was diagnosed with (ALL) acute lymphoblastic leukemia 2-25-11. I was approved for fmla through my employer and gave them certification from Roswell Cancer Hospital in Buffalo, ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My job flat out lied to me. Can I sue them
I needed to take a leave of absence because I had to have two major surgeries. I hadnt been with the company long enough to have FMLA so the HR had told me if I quit that I will be able to return with... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

When figuring the minimum wage payment, Can hair salons use tips towards your total?
I have never had a salon use my tips towards the total of my pay. We are technically classified as hourly/commission paid employees, not tipped employees. Can they not pay the difference, if my commis... applies to District of Columbia · 0 answers

My boss went through my personal cell phone, read my texts and tried to use them against me.
I left my cell phone in the office overnight. When I came into work the next day I asked if it was there. My boss said are you clocked in yet? I said yes than she said come to the office. When in the ... 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

I was terminated for sexual harassment allegations by an employee. Other employees on my shift all knows it’s not true and that the accuser was actually doing the harrassing. He got angry when I put him on opposite shifts from my own and retaliated by g
Other employees that worked along side myself and the accuser were willing to testify to clear me of these allegations but neither they nor I had a chance to speak to anyone regarding the matter. I ju... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

Put on admin leave after giving two months notice.
I handed in my two months notice after having to file a bullying complaint against my supervisor. I was out on FMLA the two days after I handed it in. The next week I was told I was being put on admin... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Must an employeer pay you on time?
My employer has neglected to pay the employees on time twice in the past month and a half, and it is wreaking havoc with my credit score and my bank account. We are supposed to be paid every other Wed... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Baby Bonding in South Carolina
If I have not taken the full 12 weeks of FMLA, can I use the remaining weeks for "care for a newborn" all at once at a later date if it's within the first 12 months following birth? For example, I too... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Can my employer track "comp time"?
It has been a past policy for my employer to keep track of "comp time" rather than pay overtime for its salaried employees. Comp time was also banked as single hour instead of time and a half. It was ... applies to California · 1 answer

Non Compete - Other Employees were Offered Clients
I have recently left my employer, it was my choice, and now I have my own business in the same industry. I left my employer because his business was failing, as did other employees. Around that time a... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Can employers deduct vacation time for snow days?
My employer called a snow day last winter and phoned all of the employees telling us to not come in because of the weather. The next day I went to work and was informed that everyone had to put in a t... applies to Massachusetts · 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

clocking out for lunch
I work for a corp, (LLC)that has several branches in several states. The headquarters, or corp. offices are in TN. There are only 2 employees in each office. We work M-S, alternating weekends and 1 da... applies to Tennessee · 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

Can an employment lawyer help me with issues like health benefits and 401k package ?
I have been employed for this company for almost 13 years. I have been paying for medical/dental benefits and into a 401k package. A couple years ago I filed a Workers Comp case (which still hasn't se... applies to California · 1 answer

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

Do I have a good basis for suing my employer for a manager who demeans me and not my peers?
1) New manager (and old manager) dislikes me and nitpicks my performance for actions common with 2 peers similarly situated 2) Pleas to owner have been delayed because of owner's health 3) New manager... applies to Texas · 0 answers

How long does a company have to hold your job when you are out on disability?
My wife was diagnosed with cancer in December 2016, she had FMLA,short term disability then long term disability. She has now been released to go back to work (Sept 2017). She talked to HR and they to... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Devito Restaurant: defamation, slander and discrimination law suit...possible?
I was approached by a superior while in the presence of other employees and told that I smelled like smoke. 3 hours later in front of other employees I was told I was being written up and sent home fo... applies to Florida · 0 answers

WHY WAS I TERMINATED AND 2 OTHER EMPLOYESS WERE NOT
I TOOK SAMPLE MEDICATIONS OF INSULIN (INSULIN PENS) HOME TO MY UNCLE WHO IS ON INSULIN. THESE SAMPLES COME FROM DRUG REPS WHO BRING THEM INTO OUR OFFICE. I WAS GIVEN THESE SAMPLES BY 2 OTHER EMPLOYEES... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can my employer keep my vacation pay if i take my vacation, then upon returning to work give my 2 week notice, which at that point they tell me i dont have to wait 2 weeks i can go ahead and leave as they do to all employees who have given thier 2 week no
I want to take my vacation then the first day back to work after my vacation give my 2 week notice. All employees who have given thier 2 week notice have been let go the same day the give thier notice... applies to Florida · 1 answer

employees resigned to work for home health previous worked LTC
I was employed by a Long Term care company, I accepted a position with a Home Health Agency, employees who worked with me at a LTC company resigned and want to work for me at the Home Health Care Comp... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Slander and hostile work enviroment
I'm an RN in Michigan I started a new job and one of my co-workers accused me of smelling like marjuaina I was escorted for a drug test and breathlyzer than driven home. I of course passed the drug sc... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Questions about pregnancy disability leave
The hospital that I work for only allows for 4 months of pregnancy disability leave and I started bleeding when I was 13 weeks pregnant. I am now 26 weeks and my doctor still does not want me to go ba... applies to California · 1 answer

Does Shingles classify as a serious medical condition for FMLA?
Does Shingles classify as an alowable serious medical condition? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My company has a 90 day probation period where they do not pay any holiday time for employees in the 90 day period. However I was hired as a salary employee if the company closes for a federal holiday are they required to pay me if I’m a salary employee
90 day probation period holiday pay for salary employees applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

If I have a tummy tuck remove excess skin Can I take FMLA if I’ve been employed long enough
Tummy tuck to remove excess skin applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can an employer request separate physician notes for intermittent leave?
Can an employer request separate additional physician notes with appointment times each time an employee gives notice of an appointment of an already certified condition that was approved for intermit... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

my employer just demoted due to me because I can't fulfill one of the job duties due to medication. They also gave me a pay cut, can the employer do this? State of Florida Resident
I was out on FMLA and returned back to work and I provided doctor notes that stated I could not be oncall due to the medication and the side affects today my employer came in and told me that I would ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

My company gave employees a Searvance packrage. And I never received one I worked there 15 years and should have gotten around 15 thousand I would really appreciate help getting it
I was employed at Johnson controls for 17 years I got coral tubal and they could not acomidate I was making 50 thousand . I got works man comp. Till I reached mmi. I never received nothing but social ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

My doctor will only certify FMLA leave once a year
I don't know what to do or what I can do. I live in Ohio and my employer wants us to recertify every 30 days, which is okay for me I don't use this too often. But my doctor has a different point of vi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Do you have to qualify for 1250 hours twice if you have 2 conditions?
I have more than one fmla condition on file, and have used both conditions in the past. Now my attendance manger is saying that i have to have 1250 hours for both conditions in order to use them both.... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Do I have a case if terminated almost 3 years ago?
I have worked for a retail company for 15 years as a front end manager. I was pregnant in 2009 and went on FMLA in August 2009 until October 2009. Upon my return, I was given lots of papers to sign wh... applies to Florida · 2 answers

If I'm hosting a team retreat that is voluntary and will be a mix of fun activities and training, do I need to compensate my employees for their time traveling to the retreat?
I host an annual retreat each year for my remote employees. They come from a few different states and we go to a different location each year. I pay for the lodging and a reimbursement for their trave... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Olympic steel. Fired me two weeks from my 7yr anniversary date. Then I will get like 20 days vacation time I could use for the next anniversary date. Will Olympic steel have to pay me the vacation time that I would have be able to use in two weeks
I was fired for something I didn't do. And I know it was retaliation for missing work. Caring for my wife using fmla applies to Iowa · 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

Laid off while on employer's short term disability. What are my unemployment benefit options?
I am pregnant and on shorterm disability through my employer. My FMLA period ended already, but I was still receiving Accident and Sickness insurance for the pregnancy through my employer. They did ma... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Forced to resign due to pregnancy complications
I was placed on bedrest due to pregnancy at 28 weeks. My 12 weeks FMLA exhausted on 8/25/2017 when my child was only 2 weeks old. My employer terminated me on 8/25/2017; however, is saying I resigned ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Posting necessary?
Does a firm of 300 or more employees have to post and interview before filing an existing or new position? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

if a company closes and reopens in another location, do the previous employees get the opportunity to get their jobs? back
if a company closes and reopens in another location, do the previous employees get the opportunity to get their jobs back? applies to Washington · 0 answers

Can an employer install hidden cameras in general work areas to monitor employees?
applies to Florida · 1 answer

What rights does a employee have that has been placed on medical leave for anger management. His employer told him was fired, than after a meeting told him needed medical theropy for his issues and plaved him on medical leave. if he does not return to emp
My husband has had several accounts of anger issues at his work. The company he works for has no HR department and is a sawmill. All employees use harssing words toward each other and fits of anger ar... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

In Nevada can an employer reduce an employees pay without notice
In Nevada can an employee reduce an employees pay without notice such as the only notification the employee receives is seeing the reduction in their paycheck Example I was receiving ten dollars an ho... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

My mom has accrued over 500 hours of paid sick leave. A little while ago the company she works for decided that they were no longer allowing employees to acquire paid sick leave, but could 'bank' the hours that they had earned up to that point. Recently,
My mom has accrued over 500 hours of paid sick leave. A little while ago the company she works for decided that they were no longer allowing employees to acquire paid sick leave, but could 'bank' the ... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Is it legal to pay me a base salary and require me to work 50 hours per week?
I work for a pizza franchise and I am the general manager here. I have been doing this job for almost 2 years now. When offered the position I was told that I would be paid a base salary which was gre... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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 non-compete valid after layoff?
Over 3 months ago my former employer laid me and the rest of last employees off because it was going out of business due to lack of funds and large debt. A former co-worker and I then began our own co... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am being discriminated at work... I am a not a smoker, the other employees are
I work in a fast food resturant... My boss, and the rest of the mangement crew are smokers. They leave me to do thier jobs, watch over other employees,while they are outside smokeing sometimes as much... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Should I be a non-exempt employee?
Facts: I am employed as a web content developer, which comes down to I fill already structured (programmed) and designed websites with text and a few images (mostly cut & paste) and requires little to... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can Intermittent leave be authorized for an individual who has to frequently leave work and pick his son up after being put out of extended care due to his son's outburst related to his autism?
An educational environment. A parent is often called to pick his son up from the school extended day program when the son becomes unruly. Parent attributes the behavior to his son's diagnosis of autis... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My former employers employees and upper management are falsely stating I was fired. Is this defaming
I chose to leave the largest insurance carrier in Florida after 3 years in order to open my own agency. I put in a 2 weeks notice and left on perfect terms. Never once was I written up, on the contrar... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Do equal pay jobs have to be at the same time?
I just have one question on the equal pay act laws. Do the employees that are being compared have to be employed during the same time period? For example, I was wrongfully terminated from my job. I wa... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I plan to close business. All UI payments are current. Will I have future liability?
Have 10 employees that will be laid off when I retire. applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

I am a area mortgage manager and I was told I signed a non compete to recruit employees from the company. Can they really do this?
it's been over 10 months as well. applies to Nevada · 1 answer

can an employer, refuse insurance to just one employee when they pay for the rest of the employees in full???
see original question applies to Texas · 0 answers

My boss "joked" that she thinks about punching me all the time and had done it more than once and in front of several employees. What should i do? I'm scared to say something and gwt fired.
applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

my mother took an fmla due to falling and breaking her hip. she recently returned to work with restrictions. after being back to work for a month her employer told her that she had to have all limitations lifted and could not return to work until done so.
my mother was forced to have all medical restrictions lifted after breaking her hip and returning to work. her job demanded so and stated she could not return to work until done so. she is 63 years ol... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Warn Act Pay counted toward weeks of Severance Pay
A large group of employees were recently let go under the WARN Act, given the 60 days notice and pay. I always thought that this was separate from Severance pay. The employer stated that Severance was... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer withold a discretionary bonus b/c you were on maternity when the bonus was awarded?
My employer has a discretionary bonus program that when we work there for 18 months we enter a pool and receive a bonus at the end of each quarter if the company is doing well. This program is not in ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

How to change the wrongful termination law?
I was terminated in January 20 of this year. My question is when was the statute At-Will passed and which states? I use to love Texas but so far the laws here really SUCK. Things change times change I... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Harrassment
An employee, Christi, in my department was recently promoted to my position after my departure. Christi has another female employee under her supervision, Tammy that is having an affair with another m... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

My employer contested my unemployment but didn’t contest my coworker who was getting 38 hours a week to my 8-16 hours a week during COVID. Had to end up quitting due to school closure . Can they pick and choose which employees to contest ?
I worked for my last job for over 10 years. When COVID hit I had 8-16 hours a week and then school closed down for the year . Ended up having to quit , but was already filing unemployment before that ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Job termination during pregnancy related disability
Hello, My wife has complication in pregnancy and that's why doctor has advised to take extended time off ( 4-1/2 months post delivery). Since she was less than 1 year with company, she can take CA PDL... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I be denied Severance if I accepted to evaluate relocation but decided I cannot relocate?
My company moved their office and offered relocation to all employees in 2015. Employees either agreed to relocate or separated from the company and were offered a severance package. Later in 2016 the... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

Medical Information Privacy in the Workplace
I work at a small non-profit organization (40 employees) and recently advised my supervisor that I would be requiring some time off work to have an operation for kidney stones. Not seemingly a privacy... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

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

Termination for refusing to sign an authorization form.
Can an employee be terminated for not signing a "Combined Disclosure Notice and Authorization Regarding Background Consumer Reports"? The employee has been working for the company for over 6 years, an... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Ok for salary, not ok for hourly...
Myself, and four other employees of a large company were suspended without pay approximately 3 weeks ago.. pending termination. We were brought up on charges of misconduct, and violating the code of b... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Do I submit my vacation during short term disability or does my employer just exhaust my vacation days automatically?
I'm just now starting FMLA and short term disability running concurrent and I didn't know if I had to put in my vacation days or does my employer? The policy for short term states vacation days will b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Are we in big trouble?
My Husband is being sued for "non compete" breech in Ohio. His former company was a wholesale distributor. The company he now works for (as a 1099 employee) in an independent representative for severa... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My boss just accused me of faking illness to get out of having to do an observation. I am highly offended at that accusation. And, she said it in front of another assistant principal. Isn't that illegal? I'm in GA.
I have FMLA, however I was at work today. I wasn't feeling well, and told my department chair that I would be leaving early. My principal call me to her office as I prepared to leave and accused me of... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

I had a mental breakdown due to stress and anxiety from work. The more I tried to do wht was asked the more I was told I was wrong and written up. The treatment I received enhanced my mental state to the point of
wanting to end my own life. And that was told to my employer. The last day I was in the office I was repremanded as usual and advised them that my doctor felt I should be in a hospital program and tha... applies to Florida · 2 answers

At our plant we are represented by two unions which are the same international my question is can a person that is one local have senority in another local and have bumping rights the locals have 2 different contracts and no language to support my questio
The celanese plant in narrows va has 2 local unions and 2 contracts the one local union has had a reduction in force and affected employees were told they could bump to the other local. the local stat... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is this a Discrimination or Defamation case?
Another employee and I was up for a promotion and only one of us could get it. I fell sick and was out for a week and a half. When I came back to work I was approached by my Boss and she told me that ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can a person be fired for refusing to drive a vehicle that doesn't meet DOT regulations?
My husband has been forced to haul loads with a tractor/trailer that do not meet DOT requirements. When he brought this up to the employers they did nothing to fix it. They put him in a box truck that... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

I was asked to resign after taking 2 sick days off with the required jobs time off.
I called in sick to work on a Wednesday morning roughly a month after the death of my roommate of 9.5 years.I also told the job that I would not be in on the next day. I did have a doctors note and si... applies to Maine · 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

ohio pregnancy leave laws?
Mel, I work in a small anenethesia group (6 people) and recently my husband and I got pregnant. There was not specific maternity language in our contract,so my boss had the lawyers make one up at that... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Asked to resign when I give birth
I am 7 months pregnant and have been working at my current job for 3 months. Before becoming an employee, I worked here as a consultant for 1.5 years. HR is told me that I do not qualify for FMLA sinc... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Thirteen month ago I had been fire because one of my employees said I hit her and that wasn't true I could'it have unemployment I had been working with this company 8 years Can I do something about this Thanks
Let me know if can do something about it applies to California · 1 answer

Can I file for unemployment if I go ahead and walk
I have complained on numerous occasions asking for help loads of hob duties that have been dumped on me in the process of a change over to another company that bought out. I have since talked to HR ab... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Hi all- In my companies contract, they have all employees sign a non compete (nationwide) and also require 4 week notice of resignation. They recently put us all on unpaid leave, with the possibility of not having a position to come back to. We just recei
Hi all- In my companies contract, they have all employees sign a non compete (nationwide) and also require 4 week notice of resignation. They recently put us all on unpaid leave, with the possibility ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Does my employer have the right to insist I sign a release to allow them to talk with my doctor?
I had surgery in June and took one week off of work using some of my paid illness days available. I had made arrangements with my manager to work from home for the duration of my recovery. Due to some... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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 it illegal for the owner of a company to not pay employees there overtime, just base pay because they are on vacation at there second home. They state that it will be added to there next payroll check. Which in turn gets added to the overtime for the c
Is it illegal for the owner of a company to not pay employees there overtime, just base pay because they are on vacation at there second home. They state that it will be added to there next payroll ch... applies to New Jersey · 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

if I go over the 60 days but not the 12 weeks can the company fire me
can a company fire you for using 60 days of the 12 weeks of your FMLA applies to Texas · 0 answers

need time off for religion and only 1 week, summer
i need 2 weeks total to go to a special once a year schoooling for my religion, i am a part time employee for a hospital. i am also a part time preacher. i nned a week that another employee has. my da... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can a company take away EARNED paid sick time?
My mom has accrued over 500 hours of paid sick leave. A little while ago the company she works for decided that they were no longer allowing employees to acquire paid sick leave, but could 'bank' the ... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

My boss told my employees that I have applied for short term disability. Is that illegal or breach my rights? I did not give him permission to take this action.
My boss told my employees that I have applied for short term disability. Is that illegal or breach my rights? I did not give him permission to take this action. applies to New York · 0 answers

Is it legal for a company to give you an ultimatum to relocate or take a severance after returning f
I left for FMLA on April 30,2019, my first day back in the office was July 24, 2019. Upon my return I was told that the corporate office was moving to Plano, Texas (we are currently located in south F... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Do I have the right to know who the accuser was to give proper info for a fair investigation?
I was a female store manager for a large corporation for 11 years and was terminated for sending a cartoon text message 6-7 months ago to a "friend" who NOW says they were offended. When questioned if... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can a parent take leave for an adult child who is having ankle surgery?
Adult child lives at home with parents, as well as adult child's minor child. Adult child broke ankle in 3 places and is facing surgery. he will need transportation to and from (doctor appointments, s... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Can I be forced to sign a non-compete on my way out of a company?
My employer claims to require all prospective employees to sign a non-compete before commencing employment with the company. I initially refused to sign the non-compete, but my employer put me to work... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Salaried Employee docked pay for 1 day off.
I am an exempt salaried employee. My duties include supervisory, administrative and I am also on call 24 hours a day for emergency situations. I work in a Customer Service Help Desk. This year I was i... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Colorado...We over accrued PTO for several employees for two years. Now I am being told we cannot adjust their accumulated PTO balance for the errors due to the length of time this went on, because it was the employer's fault and this is an impermissable
Colorado...We over accrued PTO for several employees for two years. Now I am being told we cannot adjust their accumulated PTO balance for the errors due to the length of time this went on, because it... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Is this treatment unfair and / or discriminatory?
I was in the process of being released from a guaranteed contract that had a strong non compete in it. However the employer is seemingly deliberately stalling this process, in order to victimise and s... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Do i have recourse?
I didn't know which category to put this in - I'm not sure I have anything that qualifies for anything since its basically just bullying. I've been working for the same company (a very small grocery/d... applies to Washington · 0 answers

My employer had me train my replacements with false promises of a promotion, what can I do?
I've worked the Credit Department for this company for 7 months, 4 weeks ago, I was told someone else would be doing my job, and that I was going to be in charge of our other warehouses, 2 weeks ago a... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

IS THERE AN APPEALS PROCESS IF MY EMPLOYER DENIES MY APPLICATION FOR FMLA?
I have had an ongoing condition with my back. I had a series of surgical injections and finally had spinal fusion surgery in Dec 2009. It was not as successful as my doctor and I had hoped. Since retu... applies to New Jersey · 2 answers

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

small business (7 employees)
Can we as employers dictate professional dress (including make-up/hair/good grooming, etc) at work? If so, how can we do this legally? Please help! applies to Texas · 1 answer

Does the restoration of position in fmla mean same hours, same duties or can boss change it?
Am about to return to work after maternity leave. asked to change my hours from 9:30 - 5:30 to 7 to 3. two other men in my workgroup have these hours. am the only woman in this group. was called in fo... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

The owners daughter always treated me poorly, after she realized the parts I was making were perfect, and I explained to her that I had OCD. I was told by another employee that they heard her say
I was only employed for two weeks, and never properly trained, I watched other new employees be trained for a couple hours. When switched to a different department , I also wasn't trained and only exp... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Being targeted because of fibormyalgia
I have question a about being targeted at work because of fibromyalgia, I am asking for my girlfriend since she needs to be careful of what she says and does. She has worked at the same company for cl... applies to California · 1 answer

Isn't my job protected when on disability?
I live in northeast Ohio. I used up my FMLA time during the summer, some of that time was approved short term disability. I returned to work for a month and my doctor has put me back on disability whi... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can another worker move my things?
I received an email from a coworker (not a manager, just a coworker) who said that either another coworker or myself had to swap desks with a new employee- as it is logical to have him sit next to tho... applies to California · 0 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

Discrimination/Retalation
I was recently involved in a racial discrimination investgation. A supervisor told me that her suborinate was "riding me" (harrasing me) because of the color of my skin. The company launched an intern... applies to California · 1 answer

My husband and I are W2 employees at his father’s company. We own no part of the business. His dad has an investor that is trying to cut corporate overhead. They have stopped paying my husband and claim that since it’s his dad’s business we are tech
My husband and I are W2 employees at his father’s company. We own no part of the business. His dad has an investor that is trying to cut corporate overhead. They have stopped paying my husband and c... applies to Texas · 0 answers

It is RETALIATION, what other proof do I need?
I been at the company almost 5 years as of 9/18/11. It started when I went to upper managment in another state about the treatment the call center employees were getting in my building. Soon after, I ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Pending Termination
I work as the H.R. Manager for a family owned business with 250 employees. We have no employee handbook and few company policies. Basically there are different rules for everyone, depending on who who... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can the employer change my normal work schedule
I am currently on FMLA intermittent leave,with only being able to work 40hrs a week, my normal work schedule is from 8am to 4pm. On a Thursday I took 1.5 hrs off for a doctor's appointment. The compan... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I'm Fom NH Our company are Union but I had been discriminated for the past 4 years now and I just got unfaithful fired form work I had work for this company for 9 years and our sop Stuard Is more and the fence of the company then the employees he puts mor
I'm Fom Argentina been married for 19 year we have tow daughters & one has Epilepsy It took me 4 month to get the FMLA., the first time I asked them I been told that I don't meet the hs required so I ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Does my employer need to offer us severence pay?
My employer, AEP, is selling my power plant to another company Lightstone energy llc. As part of the sale, the employees stay with the plant. However, those of us that would like to stay employed with... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

What more do I need to prove Retaliation against me by my employer?
I been at the company almost 5 years as of 9/18/11. It started when I went to upper managment in another state about the treatment the call center employees were getting in my building. Soon after, I ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

STD claim was denied employer is letting me go for unexcused excessive absences.
I went out on FMLA in which a STD claim was started. My doctor released me 2wks later. My employer wouldn't allow me to return until my claim was processed. My STD claim was denied now my employer is ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

I NOTIFIED MY EMPLOYER THAT I COULD NOT RETURN TO WORK UNTIL THEY STOP REQUIRING MYSELF AND ABOUT 13 OTHER EMPLOYEES TO DRIVE CARS IN/OUT OF STATE THAT WERE DEEMED
(Typed it in question box as bove) applies to Texas · 0 answers

My former employer's LLC is moving from Delaware to Georgia. Present employees are being required to sign new non-competes. Does this mean that the old agreement could be null and void?
Construction (Electrical) applies to Georgia · 0 answers

I've been employed 10 plus yrs with a company. Last year they had to increase my pay to bring me up to what the new hires were started in at. Are there any laws governing salary for long time employees? Thank you!
None applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

I have fibromyalgia and chronic pain, I had to go down to 5 hrs. a day due to this and I'm under doc
I had chronic back pain for over a year and was diagnosed with fibromyalgia this past July. I had to have my doctor send papers to corporate about my condition and what I can and can't do, I had to re... applies to Ohio · 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

I had surgery 5 weeks ago. My doctor has signed my paperwork stating I cannot return to work until next week but my employer is trying to deny my claim for the full amount of time Is this legal
I had surgery 5 weeks ago. My doctor wrote me out of work for 6 weeks but my employer is only approving 4 weeks. Is this legal? Should the full 6 weeks be covered since my doctor has that on the FMLA ... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

2 weeks notice takes me to accrued vacation
I will be eligible for accrued vacation pay in 2 weeks. I am getting ready to give 2 weeks notice to go to another company. It has been my company's policy NOT to let people finish their 2 weeks. My q... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Harassment and now disparaging remarks by the CFO
I live in NorthWest Tennessee. I was harassed in my job as H. R. Director by the CFO for approximately 6 weeks until I finally spoke up to her on Aug. 16, 2000. She yelled at me to get my stuff and le... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can you force comission employees to work OT?
I work for a debt consolidation agency where I was originally hired as a " comission only " employee. Due to the fact that some weeks, there are some employees that DO NOT acquire any deals the employ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can my doctor contact my employer to tell them I am no longer a patient?
My midwife wrote a doctor's note and filled out the FMLA papers for my maternity leave while under her care. Since then I switched doctors. When I switched my Former midwife contacted my employer to t... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I was management at my job, when one of my employees was having a heated argument, I stepped in to calm him down instead he flipped on me saying I wasn't F'n talking to you, then continued to yell at me, complaining about everything he has to do on a day
the details are in the question. applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

My severance agreement does not include all the benefits previously agreed upon, do I have recourse?
Our company was merged. As part of the merger all employees were offered jobs at their current pay with the job description left TBD. If employees chose not accept these new job offers, they could ele... applies to California · 1 answer

Employer Vacation Rules
Are employers(with 25 employees or more) are required to grant vacation time? applies to New York · 1 answer

NYS Disability
We have a small business with 4 employees. One is out on Disability. Are we required to hold his job for him? applies to New York · 0 answers

Personnel Policy Benefits Being Denied
In my company's written personnel policy that was given to all employees, it states that if there is an involuntary separation due to a reduction in workforce, all full-time employees will be given a ... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Can an employer dictate who employees fraternize with outside of work?
hanging out with a supervisor outside work applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Work Schedule
When it comes to work scheduling, must the employer do so by seniority when all employees are doing the same job? applies to New York · 1 answer

Car Dealership vs. Employees
Are there ANY laws governing Car Dealerships when it comes to their sales staff? If so, where can I find them? applies to California · 1 answer

Am I protected from a former employee who knows where I live knowing that I was apart of having fire
He was stealing from the company and we both are former employees of the company what are my rights. applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

DRUG POLICY
CAN AN EMPLOYER USE THREATS AND INTIMIDATION TO GET EMPLOYEES TO CONFESS TO BREAKING COMPANY POLICY'S applies to California · 1 answer

Screening
We currently do work offsite at another facility and they have started screening our employees upon departure from their building - is this legal? applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have been working for my employer for over four years. I have been on FMLA for three. Toward the end my supervisor started harassing me telling me if I did not do my paper work in isle 19 he would write me up. I work in a warehouse for a manufacturing c
I am was always being questioned. What I was doing for 35 min. We all wear a head set and hard hat. A lot of people have been complaining about the system. But when I mentioned it to our Manager he sa... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Is an employer required to pay vacation pay if exceptions were made to past employees?
I provided a 3 week notice instead of a required 4 week notice at the time of termination. Company stated because I did not provide the adequate required notice, I was not eligible for vacation pay ac... applies to New York · 2 answers

Uncle had heart attack while pushing a car at work. FMLA paperwork wants to know if this was illness or accident/injury related. The waters are murky. What should he answer? He was subsequently diagnosed with a blockage he did not know he had
Heart attack while pushing car at work for work...subsequent dx of a blockage previously unknown and asymptomatic. FLMA wants to know if accident/injury related or illness. This is murky. applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Is this protected conduct, bogus explanation, and what is time limit?
I worked for Census Bureau temp employee. Complained to my crew leader & then to his supervisor about no follow up being done by my supervisor on employees who were not properly collecting Census data... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Can I enact a non-competition agreement with a 1099 contractor?
I am in the process of getting ready to hire a commission-only salesperson (1099 employee) for my business, but I am having a difficult time understanding whether or not I can enact and enforce a non-... applies to Washington · 0 answers

at will- right to work state
In lay mans term can you explain what an "at will" state means and what are the employees rights under this law? applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I was laid off and then someone else was hired 30 days later to fill my position.
Is it legal to layoff employees and then fill them a short time later? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can an employer pay overtime to one exempt employee and not the other exempt employees?
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My employer is about to terminate me because the doctor placed unknown as a return to work date. If I am terminated, can I receive unemployment benefits?
I received the forms and had the doctor fill up the forms. On the question about what date I will return to work, the doctor responded with unknown. I received an email from HR stating that my FMLA ap... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employor share information about a possible termination of an employee to their manager, who then shares that information to that employees Co-workers before that certain employee is even terminated?
After frustration with how the office was managed, an employee expressed their frustration and then smacked a wall (drywall) with their palm, causing a hole in the wall. That employee was sent home fo... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

There is an employee telling upper management that o stole money from my last job and that im give my family free food she previously made a comment to several employees that she was going to get me fired and on my day off i was contacted by 4employees sa
There is an employee telling upper management that o stole money from my last job and that im give my family free food she previously made a comment to several employees that she was going to get me f... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is my employer required to hold my job while I am on maternity leave?
I am currently on maternity leave. I have 3 1/2 more weeks left for my maternity leave. I found out my employer posted part of my job online. I work at 2 different nursing homes run by the same owners... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

A few employees are unhappy with their boss. They get together and make false accusations of inappropriate comments and get the boss fired. Is this defamation? Libel? Is the law so flimsy to allow this to happen?
A few employees are unhappy with their boss. They get together and make false accusations of inappropriate comments and get the boss fired. Is this defamation? Libel? Is the law so flimsy to allow thi... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Harrasment before last day.
I believe I was harrased at work, because they already knew I was leaving. And then that manager fired me over nothing? I believe he is doing it to other employees should I pursue any legal action to ... applies to California · 1 answer

Not allowed to touch the babies cause we're black
I reported my supervisor for using slang ratial remarks about me and my co-workers. We work in a hospital department of about 16 employees. It is our everyday duties to draw blood on our patients. We ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Mandatory Meetings
To whom it may concern: I am a hotel manager. I would like to have a Mandatory meeting for all employees. Is this legal? cphe@asimanagement.com Craig applies to California · 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

Boss emailed we aren't allowed to go to bathroom except breaks and I can't apply pain cream except b
I am on FMLA for severe sciatic pain, stage 3 breast cancer and anxiety. I have been on this since 2014. My supervisor is now telling only the people in our department that we can't go to the bathroom... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can my former employer really pursue a legal course of action against me?
I left the company I worked for 7 months ago to pursue a new career. Today,I received a certified letter from my former employer's Attorney. The letter states that I have been making "disbaraging comm... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

What should I do about a manager who suddenly depicts me a a non performer after FML
The supervisor has treated me with disdain and has now devised a false review after a year of good performance with not one conversation indicating performance problems. Suddenly after suffering a hea... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Got injured in 2011 reinjured in 2012 and company lied about attendance to get me fired
Injured my pectoral muscle in Aug. 2011 was out of work with no pay for 3 months. Returned and work a year and 2 months and reinjured my shoulder. Told the supervisor he told me I was a liability. Was... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

If a company pays out severance to other employees and you find youself in the same situation...
I work for a wireless communications company based out of California, but I am employed in a retail store in Oklahoma. Back in 2009 they closed a store in Pryor, Ok and offered everyone positions in T... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Working from Home for my disability
I was basically forced into working part-time from full time against my will because of my disability around a year ago. I was unaware of my rights under FMLA and my employer also did not offer any in... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

My employer is requesting a 3rd opinion but keep saying that any doctor we have a referral to or if we get seen by constitues as a established relationship , is this legal can they really reject these doctors for the 3rd opinion
I'm having a issue with my employer saying that to obtain a 3rd opinion for FMLA , that we can't use a referral or be seen by a doctor because this makes it a established relationship , we can't find ... applies to Iowa · 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

Unstable employee
I am a supervisor in a call center enviorment. I have an employee who has become very mental unstable in the past year.. He is taking several medications and has been known to call other employess aft... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

SUSPENSION FOR BEING ON DISABILITY/DISCRIMINATION/RETALIATION
My question is regarding medical leave. I was suspended without pay by my employer who is a Union Employer, for my absences. It was put in writing that the date of incident was the day I was placed on... applies to California · 1 answer

My Supervisor has the employees submit for Vacation days 90 days in advance. 90-95% of the time we are denied so we never get to take our vacations. What's the law on this matter ? We work in a high stressful environment that requires some time off freque
My Supervisor has the employees submit for Vacation days 90 days in advance. 90-95% of the time we are denied so we never get to take our vacations. What's the law on this matter ? We work in a high s... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

i supervise an employees that is constantly filing unfounded complaints against me, the latest one with cadfeh.i am tired of being a defendant,can you help me
i would like to defend myself against these accusations and possibly sue this employee for slander and defamation of character. applies to California · 0 answers

I received a call from the owner of the company with accusations of making other employees uncomfortable with my attitude. I find these allegations false and unfounded. However I still feel like my job is in jeopardy because of these so called allegations
I received a call from the owner of the company with accusations of making other employees uncomfortable with my attitude. I find these allegations false and unfounded. However I still feel like my jo... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Relocated with a company that has caused injury, am I eligible to sue the company if I signed a relo
I relocated from California to Texas with a company. Prior to moving I begin to have stress related illnesses. During the move those related illnesses begin to be exasperated by the employer related d... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Cal Labor Law Dispute Questions
Hi. An employee who I fired in September of 2002 filed a complaint with the California Labor Board for back over time pay and for 92.38 per day for 30 days in penalties. The employees name is Jody. Sh... applies to California · 1 answer

I am a medical provider who signed one of my patient's FLMA paperwork which was approved by her employer. She has notified now her employer is harassing her during her medical leave and asking her to agree to a demotion today or negative disciplinary info
I am a medical provider and signed FMLA paperwork for one of my patients. The employer approved her FLMA, but has been calling her and harassing her almost daily. Her employer called her today, asking... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Workers Compensation Retaliation
I'm a Deputy and was involved in a major accident in my patrol car on duty in route to a call. My supervisors insisted I go to the hospital and be checked out. (they drove me!) To make a long story sh... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Fired for calling OSHA
Hello, I was fired on July 11 2013 after returning back from vacation. On June 26th or 28th I had filed a complaint with OSHA regarding unsafe practice my employer makes its employees preform. The day... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What can I do for being falsely accused of sexual harassment?
Hello , I am a female employee and I was recently called into the office at work by my Male store manager and Male manager. They told me to have a seat and closed the door behind them . One manager sa... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

finding a labor law attorney to take over my case.
How do I find a labor lawyer to take over my case in federal civil court northern district of texas? (Dallas, Fort Worth area). My case started in 1996 with grievcances and EEOC complaints. My issues:... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is my employer allowed to control all 7 days of the week?
My employer pays minimum wage as well as cut hours when they feel like it with no regard for the employees So I need to get a second job. However they say that I must be available when they want me. applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

overtime & lay-offs
Can an employer require their employees to work 12 hours days, every day, every other week, if the employer has a portion of the workforce laid-off? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

In Florida, are employers required to pay employees after they give a two week notice? I gave a two week notice to my employer and they told me not to come in for those two weeks. Are they required to pay me for those two weeks because I gave them notice?
In Florida, are employers required to pay their employees after their 2-week notice? I gave a two week notice and my company said to not come in for those two weeks. However, are the still required to... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can an employer take away accrued vacation time in Wisconsin without any notice to employees?
I have a question about accrued vacation time in Wisconsin. The company I work at has approximately 25 employees, all but two full-time. We receive a certain number of paid vacation days on the annive... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I have not been fired, but my employer hasn't given me any hours said she would call and tell me when I work again. I have called several times to see if I am on schedule. Before this happened employees treated me unfairly. I have plenty references on the
I have always prided myself in the area of work. I have never been discharged for previous jobs in the past, and told if I ever changed my mind I will always have a place with them (with most my previ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

my fmla was denied because my doctor didn't get the paper work done in time now I might lose my job what can I do it was only 2 days late and I called the leave center asking for more time but no one responded
called leave center every other day for a week before it was due to tell them I was not seeing the dr in time. she don't fill out the papers without an appointment. case manager never even called me. ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

The company I worked for was shut down by the FDA 4 years later they won a defamation lawsuit and the company sent me a check. With it a letter attached saying they wanted to help the dedicated employees with the winning of the suit. Will I get a 1099 for
The company I worked for was shut down by the FDA 4 years later they won a defamation lawsuit and the company sent me a check. With it a letter attached saying they wanted to help the dedicated employ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I believe I was discriminated against at work, what do I need to prove this?
I filed a complaint against a co worker in September, it was during my 90 day probation. A meeting was set up between my manager, the other employees manager, myself and the VP of member services. I r... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Assistance is needed
I'd like to find an attorney to deal with an unwarranted demotion. I have a stellar record as a manager. All of my evaluations have been very high. I've received monetary compensation for having such ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

What can i do to stop suspected retaliation after i voiced safety concerns?
I work at a public school. Safety concerns were about lifting procedures for students (in our severe/profound ID classroom) and pattern of injuries inflicted on employees by students. Retaliatory acti... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Where do you report an employer that is paying his employees as independent contractors - no withholding and no matching FICA taxes
Employer is handing me cash and a 1099 at year-end applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Should I allow my employer to pursue liquidated damages?
Employee is currently under 1 year contract to work for employer. After four years of employment with this company and signing four seperate one year agreements, employee has finally found another job... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I have ptsd, bipolar, adhd add combine so psychiatrist filed out fmla for me an approved by work 6 months down the road I had a heart attack an was of work 4 months went back to work some time later needed go in treatment for mental health. When I return
I was on paid leave both times I was off. I was in treatment center 49 days and left early against medical advice because problems at home with family. I took care of things called work 6 days after l... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Can my work to resign me without my sign?
My boss asked me to get a note doctor because of an accident, I got back after FMLA, so I can work with restrictions for 6 months. My boss didn't accept and forced me to resign. How? I asked my boss t... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I worked for an assisted living company and they dont have benefits to us employees at all. I finished my probationary period and I ask them if I can take my 2 days pto and the HR said I dont have pto yet and my other coworkers have it. is this legal?
I worked for an assisted living company and they dont have benefits to us employees at all. I finished my probationary period and I ask them if I can take my 2 days pto and the HR said I dont have pto... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I work for a company as an independent contractor (mobile salon) since covid they have really been nickel and diming us cutting back all reimbursements, products, tools, and education. The system is set up with 60% commission plus tips for employees. The
See above applies to California · 0 answers

Can my boss withhold my pay check, if I don't have direct deposit?
I'm being told that I have to have a checking account. She has taken my over time from me and speaking to other employees about me. I've put in my two weeks and she has made it a very uncomfortable si... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

On January 22nd 2020 my employer terminated me due to hearsay. They said a few employees told them that I made racist comments to someone and they over heard me. I never said these things. Also the past six months these girls have been bullying me and not
Please give me advice. applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can I file being an independent contractor against an employer for wrongful termination on me speaking my mind about wrong doings and sexual harassment.
Supervisor and employees sex play each other in the van with me present. Sometimes directing statements at me. applies to California · 2 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

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

Is alright for my employer to make me stay on maternity although I am ready to go back to work?
I work for a small organization that does not have to comply with fmla. I have been working for the organization for over 2 years. And once I found I was pregnant, my employer granted me an unpaid mat... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What Can I do my employer is doing nothing about harassment to me & other former employees in the workplace?
I reported to the owner of the company that another employee was taping other employees on her phone without their consent. She was coercing a confession from this employee & played it for everyone at... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

i work for a company in Florida but they use an employment agency to handle their payroll so my W2 says I work for the Alabama company, not my Florida company where I report to work. What state do I file unemployment in?
I work for a Florida company that uses an Alabama based employment services company which is what appears on my W2 and in the employee handbook as my employer. I went to my employer in December as the... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I was recently in a group of employees that were informed our department (maintenance) was being outsourced. We were given the opportunity to interview with outsourcing company. Three of the 8 interviewed were retained by this company. The other five indi
Details are in the question applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

My son has been accused of sexual harassment he is 17 does the company have the right to question him without his parents there or parental consent
He works for a large grocer in Vermont. He has been accused along with several other employees both male and female applies to Vermont · 0 answers

I live and work in Illinois. My company is headquartered in Illinois as well. They recently sent out a mandatory arbitration agreement to all employees. If I don't sign, can they fire me?
I have been an employee here for 2.5 years, am over age 40. applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Legal Actions by Employer?
I have a friend who doesn't speak English who signed an agreement entitled "Independent Contractor, Non-Competition and Confidentiality Agreement." She works for a cleaning service and is not at all a... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Pregnant and Work
I am currently 9 months pregnant and expecting to have my baby any day now. I�m currently working for a company that has just filed for chapter 11. I received a letter in the mail from my HR and Payro... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Problems with illness/employer
My employer has a three doctor excuse per calander year limit. I have used all 3 doctor excuses, 2 of those were for the same medical condition and additional 2 more for a total of 4 for the same cond... applies to Ohio · 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

After working for two days on the front line at a major retail store. I was checking employees n screening for covid 19. I'm native American.. At the end of my first day. I was asked to participate in illegal narcotics. I politely said no thanks. And repo
Above applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Non-compete for contractors
I read your FAQ on non-compete. It mentions "employees" several times. Can a contractor who receives a 1099 and no benefits be held to a non-compete? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am starting a directv contracting company but i need to know what kinds of insurance i have to provide
How much liability insurance do I need. Also do I have to have workmens comp insurance since I will not have employees but self-contractors. applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Company says I wont be paid my PTO due to system error. (That they were aware of)
I recently resigned my company and as such am entitled to my remaining benefits (aka vacation time). Our company uses ADP for payroll and benefits tracking and has a portal for employees to login and ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

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

non compete?
I am a salon owner. I have spent thousands of dollars promoting stylists. Recently one of them went across the street to work on her own. My fear is that other employees will follow. If I do not a non... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Small business in New York City_ conversion contractor to employees status
Hello How long can a independent contractor work at the same place/providing same services? It the litmus test 18 months? Thank you applies to New York · 0 answers

I was recently hired for the same company I worked for the last 6 years just different location. I received and offer letter through email and signed paperwork even signed the hourly rate notice for employees trained one day and even purchased new uniform
I was recently hired for the same company I worked for the last 6 years just different location. I received and offer letter through email and signed paperwork even signed the hourly rate notice for e... applies to New York · 1 answer

Manager noted my employee file ineligible for rehire. With no reason as to why
I worked for a large company for 21 years. I had 2 children within the last 2years of working there after my 2nd child was born I resigned due to family. I followed all proper step. I was not fire and... applies to New York · 0 answers

Is it legal for an employer in CA to require us to attend UNPAID MANDATORY MEETINGS during our lunch hour? I have a full-time job with hourly pay. For the past year, every 3 Months, my employer has required employees to attend mandatory meetings which typ
Is it legal for an employer in CA to require us to attend UNPAID MANDATORY MEETINGS during our lunch hour? I have a full-time job with hourly pay. For the past year, every 3 Months, my employer has re... applies to California · 0 answers

Can I be demoted and then replaced with a new hire that my boss likes better?
I have worked as a manager for a company for 2 years. There are 3 managers (including me) in my department. The company recently went through some restructuring due to growth and additional employees ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I received an email offer from a company I am looking to work for
I received an email offer from the mortgage manager looking to get me on board as a new hire offering me a non recoverable draw and he sent me the email response from corporate: Below is the offer fro... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Workplace Defamation; I am the General manager of a restaurant. One of my employees went on Tripadvisor pretending to be a customer and wrote a horrible review about me titled
Workplace Defamation; I am the General manager of a restaurant. One of my employees went on Tripadvisor pretending to be a customer and wrote a horrible review about me titled "Obnoxious Hostess" sayi... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

In July 2014, an employee accused me, her supervisor, of immoral conduct and stated in a letter sent to me and my company by her attorney that I was a
The employees know about the case and now a I am seeking a new job, I fear that the information in this lawsuit will come back to haunt me even tho I was vindicated. applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I was forced to resign or get fired...
I was faced with signing resignation paper or getting fired..I am a single parent of a 20 month old. Due to daycare hours (6am-6pm)I was hired to work 9-5.. When my son is ill he is not allowed to go ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Hi My job forced me to resign because of problem to lift heavy things. So, they only told me same day that I was going to work like everydays. I didn't agree, now I have a letter that my resignation is accept. I never sign the resignation. I think is a fi
I had an accident car, I asked for FMLA, so, I was trying to get back work, but they told me that my insurance medical was cut , only 2 days before due!! And , my last paycheck was 16 march. Insurance... applies to Texas · 0 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

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

Pregnancy related complications - is leave available?
I am 24 weeks pregnant and have a medical history of pre-term labor with my previous child. I have been experiencing pre-term labor symptoms with this pregnancy and have been ordered bed rest for the ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

favoritisam
What if my manager favors certain employees and promotes them with no reason, while some of us that had more work done and were in time never got the chance. The work that they did was not even close ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can leave be based on hours worked?
The company that I work for in VA has updated their employee handbook. They state that if no hours are worked during the week (whether that be out on vacation or on FMLA leave) then the employee will ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

what is wrongful discharge? and what happens when a union wont fight it?
since when is it contractually legal for a companY that is bound by a union contract to punish employees for breaking minor rules that lead up to and including termination, while letting others get aw... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

UNLAWFUL TERMINATION OF MOSTLY MINORITY WORKERS FOR THE WORK FORCE OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK
On 17th of may the mayor of New York laid off thousands of city workers (95% minoroties). Isn't this ILLEGAL under WARN act a federal law? In other words, if we can prove that had his decision to lay ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer make me work off the clock to calculate and distribute all staff tips?
This is for a job at a restaurant. This can take 30 minutes or more and I prefer that I, and other employees get paid to do these calculations. For some reason we are being asked to do it off the cloc... applies to California · 0 answers

Is it legal in OK for and employer to call and employee weekly while on LTD?
I've been on FMLA and receiving STD, my STD has end and I'm now on LTD. My employer calls me weekly asking for a return date. I have provided them with the Attending Physician Report. My employer is n... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

hourly or contract employment
We are required to be in the office from 8-9am and 4-5pm Mon-Fri and for sales meeting from 1-3:30pm Mondays. If we are late, or miss more than 2 hrs in a day, we are docked percentages of our commiss... applies to Texas · 1 answer

If my employer offers a voluntary severance to reduce the employees, would I still qualify for umemployment benefits in MO.
Employer is offered voluntary before the involuntary. applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Giving out pay raises then laying people off
Is an employer permitted to give out pay raises and promotions and then lay employees off? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

non-exempt pay
non-exempt employees only get paid overtime if they have worked 40 hours in one week. Does it matter how many hours they work in a day? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My company's policy was 5 weeks of vacation after 15 years with the company. Now, after 14 years of employment, the policy has been changed to 4 weeks of vacation after 20 years. Shouldn't the long time employees be
My company's vacation policy has been 5 weeks of vacation after 15 years with the company. After 14 years of employment, the policy has been changed to 4 weeks of vacation after 20 years. Also, an emp... applies to Florida · 1 answer

My employer is telling other employees that I talked about them in a text sent to another employee can they do this
My hr department is telling other coworkers that i sent texts to another employee that i was talking about them and trying to get them to wright statements against me can they do that? applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I legally lower an employees wage to minimum wage on their final check if they quit without notice or do not fulfill their 2 week notice?
see above question. I am in WI applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

My Employer is trying to make us work overtime can they do this an is there a law to say they can,t
can a private security company force there employees to work overtime applies to Texas · 1 answer

Invasion of Privacy?
Hi, I work for a large company and I recently became very ill. I took a couple days off of work and went to the hospital a couple times. The doctors finally told me what I had and it wasn't anything r... applies to California · 1 answer

I don't know how to ask the question without seeming like a conspiracy theorist, so I will simply state what I know transpired. Approximately a month ago we had received word on the warehouse floor that a contract for our business was ending. Not out of t
I don't know how to ask the question without seeming like a conspiracy theorist, so I will simply state what I know transpired. Approximately a month ago we had received word on the warehouse floor th... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

retaliation or whistle blowing ?
Since filing complaints against my supervisor, my position with my company have become unbearable. Since raising the question of sexual harrassment by my supervisor against employees within the organi... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

How to keep termination letter out of my personnel file
• I work for. A county office of education and al A union member I was sent a notice of termination while on disability leave . r a skelly how employees can contest and correct erroneous information... applies to California · 0 answers

Human resources sent out an inaccurate email about me. Is this defamation?
I feel it was their opinion that the text was threatening. To send out a company wide email that I did this, is not accurate. I live in a small town and see many ex employees in public. People may now... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can a company require you to take a physical exam AFTER you have been hired and working for serveral months already
Dave And Busters have asked thier employees in Milford CT to get a physical check up asap because o lot of people have been getting sick? Is this even lawful??? applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

PA question. My employer just told us of a new policy. If we call out of work and when we return and we do not have a doctor's note, they will dock our pay $50 for a week day and $75 for a weekend day. We are hourly employees making $8 or $9 per hour
Can my expo year do this applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Is it unlawful to retaliate/fire employee who blewwhistle w/o knowledge of companywrogdoing
I was terminated from position on Nov 4th/10 for "not being a goodfit", not understanding my job responsibilities and for telling a Manager ( whom my company has a contract with) that a procedure for ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

compete clause
I was talking to A hiring company Aerotek, and they say they can't talk to me about a position with another company because they signed something that says they cant take employees from the company an... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Incorrect check
My employer has bounced 3 pay checks to me, and now they put my earnings on another employees check and refuse to correct it, they expect me to collect my earnings from said employee. What can I do? applies to Texas · 1 answer

Harassment or not?
I am male and one of my immediate supervisors is female. This female supervisor has made statements to other employees about how she admires some of my physical characteristics and has been seen by ot... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Have I been discriminated for pregnancy? I was "laid off" the day before I was to return.
Do I have a case for Pregnancy Discrimination? I was employed by the company for 4 years. I recently had a baby and was due to come back to work on May 22, 01. My position was Customer Service Trainer... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Should I sign a Performance Improvement Plan if I have a documented mental health condition?
I was put on PIP with several other employees, but I would like to let my employer know that I see a doctor for a anxiety disorder. I have been seeing the doctor for years so back up info shouldnt be ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I was at a Xmas party saying good byes...I left fairly early and was not at all intoxicated. There were fist bumps and handshakes. I hugged two employees and kissed on the cheek on my way out of the party. I find out a week later through our HR that I hav
Awaiting results of investigation applies to California · 0 answers

I was given a raise with promised one week vacation and two sick days in the beginning of the year so 3months ago I put in my vacation for the end of this month before making the schedule my boss called me into the office and told me that employees don't
HELP PLEASE applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Is there statute of limitations on employer not disclosing to employee that paid vacation can be applied to unpaid FMLA?
In August 2016 I went through the required procedure for getting medical leave, using some of my vacation time, as allowed. In the process I discovered that I could have applied vacation days for an u... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer ask for all medical records from all my doctors since my accident
I am a City Firefighter involved in a MVA while on vacation that was not my fault but resulted in several traumatic injuries that required me to be off work for 6 months. My employer put me on FMLA im... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Our employee handbook states that in order to receive our PTO after giving our notice, we must work the entire time prior to leaving our job. Our employer is now telling employees that attempt to give notice that they can
Listed in full as a question. applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I signed up for COBRA coverage in December of last year. My former employer changed their insurance coverage February 1 of this year. Because they chose a self-funded plan, they do not have to follow state laws (Virginia). There are less than 20 employees
As above. applies to Virginia · 0 answers

I've been sick with flu for three weeks unable to work but they don't have any benefits for there fulltime employees and they wont let me come back to work till I'm fully better. What can I do my bills are do and I have no money
What can I apply for to get temporary money applies to California · 0 answers

Do I pay holiday pay to employees Who worked July 4th or July 5t
No details applies to California · 0 answers

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

Being Disciplined for Being Sick?
If I have completed my 1 yr probationary period at a company, and there was no notice prior to this or on the date that I had completed my probationary period given to me that my attendence had become... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I turned in my two week notice on Monday, and, in it, stated that the distrust of employees by management in my division had created a toxic work environment. Today, I received my final paperwork from my HR dept. I saw that “not eligible for rehire” w
I am currently employed with the State of Nebraska through August 31st. applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

Hello I have a question that I am interested about. It's about a issue that I saw at work unfold. I witnessed 2 employees arguing about their work load. One employee came over and made a threatening comment to the other and explained that if the employee
Wrongful termination because of false accusations. applies to California · 0 answers

My workplace (in Ohio) just announced they will give an additional day off with pay in order for employees to volunteer with the company's chosen nonprofits. The only way to access this benefit is by signing up to the company's Workplace by Facebook group
See above applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Merger nightmare - legacy employees terminated after severace package expires
I am a manager for a large insurance company. We are in the 2nd year of a merger. The severance package that was established for employees who lost jobs due to the merger terminated in April. One by o... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Am I required to repay sign-on bonus and relocation expenses based on upcoming job loss?
Points to consider: 1. Verbally offered an executive level position (Director) with full relocation package and significant sign-on bonus in mid-December 2015. 2. Accepted position (after some negotia... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Harrassement, protected conduct maybe?
I work for Vertex Aerospace on a military installation. A foreman is more critical of my work than of any of the other employees in our section. I feel singled out because of bringing up things that a... applies to Georgia · 3 answers

I recently started a new job as an Assistant Manager in a department that employs 15 female food service workers. Recently, it was brought to my attention that one of the employees, who had breast augmentation and a tummy tuck, has been showing her cowork
I recently started a new job as an Assistant Manager in a department that employs 15 female food service workers. Recently, it was brought to my attention that one of the employees, who had breast aug... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

can an employer string you along after coming of medical leave when position is available?
I went on FMLA January, 2016 broke leg. Came back off medical leave September, 2016. Position was given away (RN). I am still employed by company and have to find own job in the system. Every time I a... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

First paycheck "HELD!".
My husband new employer states they will "hold" his first paycheck. It will be payed when he resigns/or is terminated. This is a small technical company....other employees confirm that thier paychecks... applies to California · 2 answers

commission
I am a commison salesperson My question is can my employer change my commison structure without telling there employees? I have asked for the #s from management and told I could get the structure but ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Ex: Store closes at 6pm. I am scheduled to work from 12-8pm.
Can retail companies force commission only employees to work after the store has closed to help clean the store? applies to California · 1 answer

Last November I told the VP of HR in confidence (and she assured me the same) about a potential health situation that may require me to taken a few weeks off. Fortunately, it turned out to be a false scare. Just stress and sleep deprivation. However, my V
Last November I told the VP of HR in confidence (and she assured me the same) about a potential health situation that may require me to taken a few weeks off. Fortunately, it turned out to be a false ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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 have been off work since june 15th.
I have been off work since june 15th with a severe partial acl tear. I am dealing with sedgwick, who handles my company's short term disability. I needed to have supporting evidence faxed by my doctor... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can my employer reduce my salary if I have a contract
I have been working for this company for nearly a year. In the last month he has hired two new office personnell (we only now have 5 employees other than the owner) and he told me that he would be cut... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I work with out of Troy Michigan and from home for their client which is. Major Client company.
I work with job out of Troy Michigan and from home for their client which is. Major company. The job is a technical advisor thru chat services, I was hired in April of 2017 started in june 2017 end of... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can a company keep me from coming back to work
I had spinal surgery in November of 2016. I filled out FMLA papers a year ago due to spinal issues. The doctor released me to go back to work 4 hours a day for the first two weeks then I can transitio... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Laid off
Hi, could not find anything related to my cituation. Just got laid off, been employee for 5 years. The reason they gave was elimination of my position as a result of re-org but in the same time I know... applies to New York · 2 answers

Feel im being targeted by my employer because im an appointed union rep, and assist other employees with union questions and now I'm being taken to a company investigation for missing 1 day of work with a perfect work record in the last 15 years ive been
Question is listed above applies to Kansas · 0 answers

My employer died last year suddenly. I nor fellow employees were paid. Now we also can't get a W2. What do I do?
I worked for this employer for over 2 years at his café/bar. Did not receive my last 2 week pay. He had no family or partner to help with this. How do I file income taxes without a W2 from my decease... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

I was up for full time. They have cut my hours and hired 2 new full time employees...
applies to Illinois · 0 answers

hostile work environment?
For almost 8 months now I have made several oral and written complaints to management of the company I work for about another employee (african american) that has been disrespectful to her boss and ot... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

three employes broke a non compete in a 4 mo. span 1 st one was fighting it and had a court date the new employer that hired all 3 of else laid us off when pre-employer sued the new employer and the other 2 employees that left later we was told retain the
non=compete applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can I email competitors employees (directly to their work email address) with job offers from my companies email address?
i am helping my boss recruit. He wants me to send this emails. I am not sure if the corporation or myself can get in trouble for it applies to Florida · 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

Can a non-compete agreement ban a employee from working in the industry for 2 years?
Employer A sold a line of business (employee benefit administration and consulting) to Employer B. Employee C came to work from A to B. While at A, C was the primary relationship manager for A's clien... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

I have been harassed and discriminated against racially from a billion dollar corporation as a customer what I should base my suit amount upon knowing any judgement in my favor makes me uneligible for my disability and medicaid benefits for the rest of my
I was called racial slurs by two employees and harrassed they tried to attack me I was a customer applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

My employer say they pay their employees holiday pay. Example: Thanksgiving day we are closed but if you work the day before and the day after you get holiday pay. The
My employer say they pay their employees holiday pay. Example: Thanksgiving day we are closed but if you work the day before and the day after you get holiday pay. The applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Severance & Stay On Bonus
During July 2001 our mfg. facility was closed & all employees laid off. We received at the time a letter which said they were going to exit the fabricated strainer business. A group of key employees g... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Should the supervisor consult an attorney.
A male employee (straight) accuses a male supervisor (straight) of sexual harassment. The 2 have worked together for 8+ years, with in the last year the accused has been made supervisor of the accuser... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Can a company force an employee to use a vacation day instead of suspending them for an infraction?
We suspend employees after receiving so many attendance points, resulting in having to replace them for a day with another worker. Can we just take a vacation day away from them.....in essence losing ... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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 NEED TO KNOW IF I HAVE A CASE
I WORKED FOR THE CIYY FOR 26 1/2 YEARS. IN 2005 I WAS TOLD I WOULD BE PLACED AT 311 CALL CENTER - EITHER TAKE THIS POSITION OR BE WITHOUT A JOB. THIS JOB CAUSED A LOT OF STRESS TO THE POINT OF MY DR P... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was in a fight with an inmate. I worked at a County Detention Center. The jail doesn't train new employees and rarely hires people with experience. My partner was new and not trained to do the job. I was injured and had ACL and meniscus surgery. Aside f
I was in a fight with an inmate. I worked at a county detention center in Oklahoma. The jail doesn't train new employees and rarely hires people with experience. My partner was new and not trained to ... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Fired for a crime I didn't commit, for which they haven't a shred of proof.
I'm a server in an upscale restaurant who was recently fired for closing a check out in the wrong amount. My employer alleges this was intentional and fraudulent, even though it would've only been a n... applies to California · 1 answer

Do I get my paid vacation if company closes
If a company closes (not due to covid 19) are they legally required to pay employees the vacation earned up to the date of closing? applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Fail Drug Test = No employer sponsored medical
We random drug test, often. Employees are counseled for 90 days and retested. For the 90 days, can the premium contribution from the ER be suspended? applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Retention bonus pay back
We're trying to cover a candidate's retention bonus but we're not sure if it will be an option that we can pay to his existing employer directly instead of the employees himself to avoid the tax issue... applies to California · 0 answers

I was terminated due to the color of my skin, and the fact that I am not one of the favorites, or a
I was recently terminated from a position with an insurance company for what they called being involved in an arguement inside the work place. I have witnessed many employees who have been in louder, ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I worked for Boeing in Washington State and was fired while on both company and my doc approved LOA . While I was on leave a got a misdemeanor for a minor charge that had nothing to do with work. Was it legal for Boeing to fire me and the union to not bac
I am also 100% disabled Veteran and Boeing knew that because I had entered it into my Boeing profile on the employee site. As well as I had also been on intermittent FMLA since 2012. Boeing had mailed... applies to Washington · 0 answers

they asked me if I told the boss why i had resigned, i said no... cause i didnot trust him, either
My reason for recently resigning from my job was do to Harrassment by my coworkers and I believe ... reverse discrimination of my employer/boss. I had noticed sept. 9 that certain employees had begun ... applies to California · 1 answer

Employee Handing Out Performance Survey at Workplace
Assuming there is no prohibition in the written policies of the company I work for, is it otherwise legal for me to hand out a questionnaire to my fellow employees asking them to rate and comment on m... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

I have several permanent conditions ie: Type I Diabetes, OCD and generalized anxiety disorder, on occasion there are flares that require that I call in to work. My employer provided me with the WH 360 E form to be completed by my physician. My physician c
HR department provided me with WH 360 E form, my physician completed form in detail for intermittent leave due to flare up of my illness. Insurance carrier denied my FMLA request as they state I did n... applies to New York · 1 answer

can a supv discuss private medical things about their employees to other employees?
I've been a reliable employee for 4yrs and have always been told I'm an asset to the company even though this company lies to it's employees constantly. I've stayed because I needed a job and tried to... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Video surveillance
My employer performed a “video audit” of my day at work. I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner in an outpatient mental health clinic and the company with which I work has two different locations.... applies to Utah · 0 answers

I worked for the U.S. Marshall's service in 1987. During the time I was there, a woman I worked with went nuts about 3 employees because of harassment, one being the U.S. Marshall who made a sexual harassment. She came to me after two weeks of working wit
Details are in the question. applies to California · 0 answers

Being hollered at By employer repripmanded for doing job demoted for no reason talked down to
Boss called and yelled at me reprimanded me for doing job belittled me publicly humiliated me talked about me to other employees demoted me aswell applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is this harassment??
I have 2 disabled boys. They require me to be off a lot with my job. I have FMLA and have had it every year for 5 years. My principal doesn't like me taking off and has confronted me infront of staff ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Wrongful Termination and Defamation of Character
I have worked for a company for the last seven years as a Property Manager. The owner of the company has always been volatile but I made the choice to stay because I liked my job. One of the condition... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer hire an employee for a policy violation which is not enforced equally to everyone?
I was recently fired from the Department of Youth Services for policy violations which are not followed by other employees. Do I have any rights for following common practice instead of written policy... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

do i have a case?
August 11, 2018 - After purchasing a snack from the Buffeteria due to not being allowed enough time for a 30 minute break, I witnessed two employees from our organization sitting in the Buffeteria. ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Abusive Boss / Harrasment / Humiliation / Age Discrimination?
HELP! I have worked for a company as an Administrative Specialist for 3 1/2 years now. I don't know if I have any recourse against what is happening to me, but my co-workers have been urging me to get... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have been a manager for 5 years for cosmo prof . i have been dealing with harassment and bullying ect by my supervisor my employees have actually called HR and now theres a case against her but i dont think i can stay working fir her anymore so when i p
Retaliation case on my manager but still want to put my 2 weeks in will I lose all accumulated pto applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

What can I do?
There was an accident at my job, when a car hit my car beginning of the shift. Supervisors came outside took pictures of the incident. After identifying the owners of the vehicles. They showed the pic... applies to Texas · 0 answers

My husband was suspended from work for responding to an email that offended another dept.
He stated that a certain department was useless and didn't understand how they had jobs. Is that cause for suspension? The department mentioned made "motivational" posters quoting my husband along wit... applies to Montana · 0 answers

Extremely abusive boss
My boyfriend and I were employed at a restaurant as servers. I had worked there for two years when there was a verbal confrontation between the owner and some of the employees, including myself. The o... applies to New York · 1 answer

Need help.. terminated after giving 2 week notice so my employer could get out of paying unused vacation time
On April 15th I submitted a written 2 week notice. After submitting my noticed I reviewed our company handbook which we were required to sign. In the handbook it stated if an employee provides a 2 wee... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

treated unfairly?
I signed a non-compete the day before I started. There are many employees that have been there 20+years, are doing the same thing I'm doing, and was not asked to sign a non-compete. They are leaving t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

What do I do?
I'm a public employee with Clark County NV. While waiting in our computer area to clock out I was struck in the face by a water filter that was intentionally thrown by a fellow employee. Two other emp... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

black eye and busted lip in the workplace????
I have worked as a bartender at a country club for two years,a week ago I was hit in the face with intent by a co worker. I was senior to this person by 1 year at no time did I provoke this violence ,... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I am currently 2 months into baby bonding and my HR person called me stating that my job will be posted. I had to correct her to let her know that I actually had one more month left of job protection. She acknowledged her error and after she had checked t
I am currently 2 months into baby bonding and my HR person called me stating that my job will be posted. I had to correct her to let her know that I actually had one more month left of job protection.... applies to California · 0 answers

Pay while voting
Does a employer have to pay a employee while that employee is voting in a general election? Does this effect both Salary and Non-Salaried employees? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my employer disclose to other employees how much PTO I have left?
the "HR" contact sends out meeting requests for everyone's upcoming PTO and discloses in the text how much PTO that employee will have remaining. Is that illegal or just tacky? Some of us negotiated t... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

overtime rate
What is the overtime rate for tipped employees in Ohio? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Decker decision
All full time employees positions were eliminated including my own in a hotel casino union job. They will be hiring one new person for the job. I have 11 years seniority. Would this qualify under the ... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Can a certain group of people be discriminated against?
Working as a cashier, if I were to go to the bathroom other than on break or before or after clocking in for lunch, I'm told "I'm stealing company time". But all other employees in the store are allow... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can video watching every move made be a form of stalking?
My manager had more video cameras installed since he took over our store. Now he watches EVERY move made by employees to the extent we feel like we are being stalked and spied on continually. Is he al... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

What criteria must employers consider in termination for failure to perform job duties?
The situation is that an employer terminates employment of a long-term senior employee. The employee has an exemplary performance record and is a very well liked employee. The employee begins experien... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My company has outsourced my department. We have one month from the change-over date when we will still be employees of our current company; however we are required to use vacation pay or take unpaid leave during this period. Is this legal? Thank you.
The time is to be used to apply for jobs with the current company and I believe that we will still be covered under the group insurance plan. applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Denied union support after employer retaliation.
A recognized union member bids on a new job. Is benied. The 2 new job bids are given to 2 less senior male non-union member employees both are not qualified by employer hiring requirements. Employee t... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Can my employer discuss my legal issues with other employees
I was arrested for outstanding warrants from 2015 My employer found out about my arrest and told me I had to take a 30 day leave of absence I was not employed by this employer when those warrants were... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Is it legal to dock an employees time when they have workmens comp.??
My husband was hurt at work and had to leave work for a doctors appt. and then returned with doctors note. The HR lady said his hours will be docked for any missed time due to the accident. applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Boss doesnt like me so he belittles me in front of others, ignores me, talks hateful to me and has made me cry by insulting me.
He promised me management position and hired someone else with no hotel experience and I am training her. He does not like me so he belittles me insults me and does it in front of employees and guests... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Black on Black discrimination
It seems to me that certain managers are able to get away with discrimination here in the workplace. I believe it is because both majority employees and management are black. How hard would it be to p... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

non-compete documentation
Former employees where I worked said they signed a non-compete contract and one is currently being pursued for breaking it. I recently quit and don't remember signing one and have no copies of one in ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can employer claim I violated my non compete by soliciting employees who contacted me?
I was terminated from my position for no reason other than my job was eliminated and had non compete in place. I was given a severance package of eight weeks of pay, paid in four installments. My form... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I was terminated from a sober living as an apprentice upon accusations of stealing then she told a lady. I'm in a custody battle with that I was fired for taking mushrooms and steal when I'm gact was set up by her other employees and she has most definite
I was working as an apprentice for district Manager of sober living applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Is there a difference in non-compete agreement scope for contract versus full-time employees?
I am negotiating to become a independent contract salesperson for a software company in a niche industry. They are drafting a non-compete agreement but I will be a contractor, not an employee. Are the... applies to California · 2 answers

Our company pays employees 30 minute lunches so overtime doesn't technically start until 42.5 hours worked. Should our offer letters state we pay lunches so overtime pay doesn't start until 42.5 hours for compliance?
Our company pays employees 30 minute lunches so overtime doesn't technically start until 42.5 hours worked. Should our offer letters state we pay lunches so overtime pay doesn't start until 42.5 hours... applies to New York · 1 answer

can my employer make me stop working for a competitor per diem, if there is nothing saying you can't and other employees are working for other competitor
I work as a paramedic and work for 2 companies. Many other people in the company do this. I got a call from the owner saying I had to pick one or the other. There is nothing written saying we can't wo... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Can my employer impose a fee on my check every week just because she has to write out a live check for me?
She is demanding all employees get direct deposit and I cannot due to credit issues so she wants to charge me for writing me a live check every week. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Overtime claim against an employer
I have worked for c contractor for two years that refused to pay to his hourly employees overtime on hours worked over 40 in a work week. Do I have any recourse to collect on the loss of overtime pay ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If I was bullied into signing a false confession then fired for it by a supervisor what can I do
I was brought into my managers office where my supervisor was on a conference call (I was a bank teller) She stated she already knew the answer and was very hostile towards me, she has a history of ho... applies to Oklahoma · 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

Unpaid salary discoved in private audit?
My overseas contract suddenly ran out of money prior to the end of the contract date. Those affected employees were terminated and sent to their respective home of record. The company had lost control... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

validity of non-compete when employer initiates termination
Hey MEL. Basic question: What are my odds of beating a non-compete agreement with an employer that terminated me due to economic downsizing? Points of interest: * Employee Agreement states that intent... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have worked 18 years for the same medical practice. After 15 years we were given four weeks vacation. This past February they provided us with a rewritten handbook that stated 3 weeks vacation would now be the maximum for all employees with 10 years plu
What details would be helpful? applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Yes I was drug tested at my work like 6 months ago because other employees felt that i was not safe to work around and apparently some customer said also but I didn't see any paper work stating that was true but I passed but being stressed bout that and h
I don't know if I have something there the supervisor and the ASM who tested me said it would've been just us three who knew about it but how if they said they had written proof of other staff applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can an employer combine hourly non-exempt and salary exempt with a 180 schools days what is a yearly contract
Berkeley County School District is holding 25% of pay per week. Say that bus drivers can be paid just like all district employees exempt or non-exempt. Is this legal? applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Does an employee have a case of tortious interference, defamation or slander?
In this situation, an employer had a layoff of union and non-union employees. A company officer stated that one of the non-union, at-will employees he laid off "would never work at the company again."... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can a manager put PTO in without my knowledge or consent?
My store manager has been putting PTO in for me without my knowledge or permission. He has also done this to the other managers. He has also cut full time employees hours so he can force them to use t... applies to Florida · 0 answers

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

Can I sue my ex-employer for using drugs and indecent exposure?
I worked with a tax attorney who did nothing but charge clients for work he did not do, smoke marijuanna and crack in front of me, and walk around in his underwear. He was verbally and mentally abusiv... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Hello, I work for a company that one of their benefits offered to Full Time employees is PTO. I recently requested and filled out the PTO request forms for a few days in Sept. 2017 and also for this month (Nov) for 2 days. The other day i received my payc
Worked for this company since 2013 applies to Florida · 0 answers

Trying not to let the door hit me on the rear. . .
Hi Mel. I have been working for a company for nearly three years. In December the owner passed away. Rather than give the business to the son, the widow has decided to sell it. and put us faithful emp... applies to Texas · 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

Should I have been paid my vacation time upon dismissal, per company policy?
I was informed on a Tuesday that my last day would be that Friday. I was originally given the reason as low sales however when I pointed out my sales were up,I was told the company had decided to move... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can my husband be terminated during surgery leave?
My husband had hernia surgery on Jan 18th 2013. He gave his employer notice and informed of being out for 6 weeks. His HR person told him to go through FMLA, which he did. They denied him protection d... applies to South Carolina · 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

I had a poor performing employee in which received write ups and was spoken to about their poor performance. She eventually quit, assuming she feared a termination was imminent. I was suspended during a time frame which included an investigation due to he
I had a poor performing employee in which received write ups and was spoken to about their poor performance. She eventually quit, assuming she feared a termination was imminent. I was suspended during... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I left my job as a medical assistant after 11 years and 9 months. After the assistant manager come to me (I start my shift at 8:30am), at 10am and told me:
I left my job as a medical assistant after 11 years and 9 months. After the assistant manager come to me (I start my shift at 8:30am), at 10am and told me: "at 11am some body else will take over and y... applies to New York · 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

Denial of severance due to needs of business?
Hi, my son applied for a voluntary separation package which was offered to employees by the company he works for. He was denied due to needs of the business although others were accepted. He was told ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Exemption with timecards?
I am a salaried worker making 35k per year as a marketing writer. They recently enforced a new rule for ALL employees (Salary and hourly) that you must clock in and out every day. They said if I leave... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can a company have a non-compete with only SOME of employees in the same postions/levels ?
I have an employment agreement that seems to be very restrictive. It lists over 100 companies i can not work for. While researching this, I found 3 other people in my company, were not required to sig... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

discrimination
We are a Mfgr with 80 employees. One is returning to work from vacation with a flight layover in Hong Kong. Her co-workers are concerned about SARS. May we require her to wait 10 days before returning... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

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

18 months in temp position, promised permanent but always denied. Any recourse?
My wife has been employed, through an employment agency, with the same company for the past 18 months. She was hired to fill a newly created position on a temp to hire basis. She has survived several ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Calculating Annual Salaries
What is the law on calculating the annual salary of "salaried" employees. Bi-weekly per pay period or per paycheck disbursed? I have 26 pay periods in 2003 and 27 checks disbursed. Was there an over-p... applies to New York · 1 answer

I'm in California Can I discuss the character of one of my employees with my lawyer I am especially nervous about it because my lawyer has become close friends with my employee. I'm afraid that my lawyer and employee might try and hurt me in some way My l
Is it defamation of character if I tell the lawyer all the reasons I can no longer employ this person applies to California · 1 answer

I am a self-employed, sometimes i have 2 or 3 employees temporarily.. if they quit or i have not enough job for them. I need pay them unemployment?
I am work for my own, a contractors give me jobs and i hire somepeople , but sometime the job is not enough , the look for another jobs or they quit, i want to know if by law , they can complain and a... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

can an employer require me to take sa fit for duty test but not require a coworker to take one for a simmular absence there is more to this Harrassment etc
treated differently than other employees like having to complete a fit for duty test while another employee doesnt have to take one applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I was laid off at the end of March 2020 with 3 other employees because of covid19 from a company with about 55 employee's. I was told the company would not have myself return in a way to cover them selves after I had asked if there was a chance I would re
laid off because of covid19 and replaced by undocumented employee's applies to California · 0 answers

Relocation repayment/hostile work environment
I was promoted and transferred with a company on Feb. 28th, 2018. I signed an agreement to repay relocation expenses if I left or was terminated for cause within 1 year. After 3 months I was accused o... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

What if my HR doesn't keep conversations private when asked to do so?
A girl at work went to HR with a problem a Co worker was having and she asked HR not to tell who had told her about this problem. Then, later that day, HR had all the employees involved in her office ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Employees forced to attend seminar
I work for a technology consulting firm. Recently my employer has envoked a policy wherein it is mandatory to attend certain company-led training seminars. If we fail to attend we will be charged $50.... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Discriminatory decision based on non supporting evidence
I worked for a data center (we'll call Biz "A")that has many other companies inside its facility. The data center provides cooling, power and security. Biz "A" was purchased by another company (Biz "B... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my manager require me to make copie during my lunch break, without pay, in Ohio?
My manager stopped allowing employees to make copies while on the clock last week. She now says they must be made on our lunch break. I work for a daycare and preschool. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Severance if I leave?
I have worked at the same plant for 20 years, although it has been sold two times. They have historically (and recently) offered their "enhanced severence package" to employees whose jobs have been el... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Non-Compete with company changing name & classification.
I live in state of Kentucky. My current employer is a division of a larger company, an Inc. They are changing to a new subsidiary LLC and are asking that all employees sign a new employment agreement ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

An employer who runs a gas station with an illegal gambling business in the back has decided to try to blame 2 employees for theft and has had other people edit video - these people installed cameras and have known the gas station manager for 20 years. Ga
Would rather not disclose other information so that it isn't identified by the person who is blackmailing the two. applies to Georgia · 0 answers

non-compete and non disclosure for contract employees
I am a nurse that signed a non compete and non disclosure agreement. However I am a contract employee that does not get paid benefits nor do they pay taxes on me. Am I held to this agreement? applies to Kansas · 0 answers

contract Language a vendor cannot hire my employee
We going to place one of our employees on-site, full time with a customer. I need language in our agreement, stating the customer cannot hire away our employee.. applies to Kansas · 0 answers

vacation pay after lay off
My company recently laid off two employees. What are the laws concerning vacation pay in Pennsylvania? Are they entitled to the vacation pay for any vacation that they have not taken? If so, how long ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Due to the covid-19 virus, all hourly non exempt employees were taken off the schedule. The salaried managers are performing all tasks required to operate the restaurant. Is this legal?
Salaried managers only allowed to work, performing all hourly position requirements. applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

What are my options when my employer says I have resigned, but I have not?
My employer is located in Central, California; however, employees' retirement is through a County in southern California (company has an office in that county). In 2015, I filed a workers comp claim. ... applies to California · 0 answers

Several questions
My employer is under the impression that as long as she is paying you for your lunch period she can require you to work. Specifically she allows you enough time to eat a sandwich, but then expects you... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer offer you a severance package but say if you have a job not give it to you?
My company has offered a severance package if I stay until 1/31/11 but told some of the other employees that if they start to work for the company that's is taking over the plant 2/1/11 that they will... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Is blocking security access which lead to loss of employment on fasle accusations worth court?
I worked for a data center (we'll call Biz "A")that has many other companies inside its facility. The data center provides cooling, power and security. Biz "A" was purchased by another company (Biz "B... applies to California · 0 answers

Does this qualify as defamation?
I live in Kentucky and have a coworker who made a mistake at work. She is now telling all of the client base and all other employees at the company that I screwed up and that it was my fault. I also h... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

I have over 35 years of service at the company located in Indianapolis. I am laid off with 2 weeks serverance pay; however, same company employees who got laid off in California gets 1 week severance per year with the same company with a max of 26 weeks.
I was laid off due to position being eliminated. applies to Indiana · 0 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

Am I held to non-disclosure with former employer if I didn't sign any such agreements?
I worked for a small private company(less than 15 employees). The employer had some shady business practices that I was awere of. There are no trade secrets worth talking about. Am I bound to not talk... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Implied contracts in the state of Alabama
Implied contracts: if you want a job here then you will have a job here - even if we have to move employees around applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Overtime exemptions and job setting
I am a "salaried" reporter in a single-person bureau. No labor contract. I receive no overtime. I file timecards and have them all. I am on the same vacation schedule as all hourly reporters. I do not... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Does the executive director have a right to know who has accused them of discrimination
My board just wrote me up for creating a hostile work environment and won't tell me who the accuser is. They only interviewed 1 of the remaining 2 employees. One of the 'corroborators' is a former emp... applies to Texas · 0 answers

disabled supervisor
my supervisor at work can't talk, he uses a computer typer that hangs around his neck to comunicate to his employees. would it be discrimination to ignore his typed commands? very loud machines in the... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

After almost 5 years of employment, the company is downsizing and basically giving the option to volunteer for permanent layoffs or be subject to mandatory layoff at random. No severance or compensation. Can the employees collect unemployment if they volu
Volunteer layoff with no compensation/qualifying for unemployment applies to Indiana · 0 answers

My daughter was at a work fundraiser and volunteered to go in the dunk tank an was injured will workers comp cover injuries her boss is very pushy about her employees helping with activities during and after work hours?
She hurt her foot when she fell into works dunk tank at a fundraiser applies to Indiana · 0 answers

docking pay for being late
My boss is tired of people coming in late to work. He wanted to know if he can dock hourly employees paycheck for being late to work. He wants to dock them 2 hours for each time they are late, regardl... applies to California · 1 answer

If an employer is paying your disability premiums and has been for at least 15 years, do they have to notify you if they cancel your disability insurance?
Disability was cancelled for all employees and no one was notified. I found this out when I had a short term disability and was told they had cancelled the disability insurance 5 months prior. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Is there anything I can legally do to get my job back??
I've missed several days of work due to my children being sick, (2 surgeries and sone terrible accidents) and I've been summons to court multiple times, I also was granted custody of a foster child wh... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Member of mgmt & co is bouncing payroll checks
I am a member of management at an Ohio Company. We have frequent issues with paychecks being returned for NSF. Although I am not aware of the bank account status at any time, I am concerned that I cou... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retailiation incidents
Recently I was questioned by the EEOC/Affirmative Action office of where I am employed. The situation was due to an employee who walked out of her job due to sexual and racial slurs by her co-worker. ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Are movie theaters in Wyoming exempt from the Equal Pay Act?
I've been working as a staff leader at a theater for about 3 years. Recently, other male employees were promoted to staff leader and are getting paid more then me. I am the only female staff leader an... applies to Wyoming · 0 answers

Accidental Overtime?
Employees punch time card either early or stay and clock out after quitting time. Neither is time worked nor authorized over-time. Because the time is on the card, are they entitled to overtime pay? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retaliation for reporting illegal employment practices.
I worked as the Director of Human Resources for a pain management clinic and was terminated after reporting several illegal business practices. For instance, we have over 20 contractors overseas who a... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Can a union member supervise and evaluate other union members
Can middle management be a union member and also supervise and to annual evaluations to fellow union employees? applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Can employees fired for refusing to sign non-competes collect unemployment?
my adult son has managed his mother in law's landscape business for 7 years...her new husband is now heading up the company and requiring all to sign non-compete agreements...if they refuse, and are f... applies to Florida · 1 answer

is it possible to prove that the masons are an organized gang and have discriminated against others?
it is common knowledge that my employer and the majority of employees are members of the masons organization. the discrimination that non members endure is unceasingly harsh and cruel. would it be pos... applies to New York · 0 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

I worked for a transportation company and was the only African American in my position in the country. I was asked to resign and leave the company. I asked what did I do to be separated and told to disregard. Months later I was contacted by Law Enforcemen
Employers whom want to get rid of their employees by other than honorable means and then cast the employee as nothing when they won't leave on their time frame. applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can my supervisor pull my time sheet and repremand me about my FMLA time?
Back in June, my new supervisor(but worked here for years) had my co-worker go to personnel and ask for my last six months of timesheets. Then my sup called me into her office, and started showing me ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer deny me leave for 2 days to attend to the care of my autistic child?
I asked for 2 days off emergently to care for him during a last moment transition to a new school. I informed the employer as soon as we made the decision which was literally 4 days before he was to s... applies to New York · 0 answers

I work in a local pizza place with dine in, carry out and delivery options offered. Servers get their tips, drivers get their tips I'm just looking for answers related to the tips left on carry out orders. Is the business owner obligated to those or are t
My boss plans to donate them to charity to use as a tax write off. None of the employees agreed it was a sudden descision. applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Am I wrongly accused
I had sexual relations with an employee once, her boyfriend found out and made her call and accuse me of sexual harassment, I am on suspension now , my work is waiting on a statement from her ,she was... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Do I have a case?
a little over a year ago a couple so called friends went into business together remodeling apartments. I worked for them when they needed rescued because there deadline for turnover was approaching. T... applies to California · 0 answers

any laws in Georgia about Harassment and undo stress caused by boss when totally uncalled for?
for about a year my boss was pretty much a non show owner. but when she did come in she always screamed and yelled at her employees. during most of that time she left me alone since I was office manag... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

I'm been discriminated against the law and which I'm protected by the law and United States of America act employees of sexual harassment that and dicrimated of my disability
I'm been discriminated against the law which protects us against sexual harassment and discrimination of disab ility applies to New York · 1 answer

Deductions in salaried pay
Can an employer make deductions in pay for being a few hours short of 40 per week for salaried employees? Thought it was a weekly pay regardless of actual hours. Full days I'd understand...but 1/2 hou... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

Threat in the workplace and ADA
My sister encountered an interesting situation at work. She worked for a manager who tormented his employees in fact when she joined the team two members of the team left to pursue other opportunities... applies to Texas · 1 answer

missed including a payroll when filing 941
In the midst of a payroll conversion for last year, a payroll period was missed when filing the 941. It included the final checks for 2 terminated employees (voluntary). What are the ramifications of ... applies to California · 0 answers

is it legal to withhold a promotion until a new contract is signed? is the employer allowed to leverage a promotion in this manner?
my employer is refusing to grant my promotion until we settle the new contract and are using this as leverage to force me to accept less for other employees. applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I have been on FMLA since 11/15/16. My job has no short term so my Vacation and sick days ran out a long time ago. I have no money coming in. Is their anything I can do.
I had strep throat, double ear infection, and sinusitis. Went to the Doctor to be treated he put me on an antibiotic and a weeks bed rest. I finished the medication went bak to work but was sent home ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Hi I live in Texas and have worked for the same company for over 16 years. I put in a vacation request for 1 week in April and I am being told they can only approve 2 days not the full week because are collections are down. Can they do this when I have ea
I work for a collection agency and because the company is struggling financially they will not allow me to take a full week off. The office has enough staff for the business we have to handle any empl... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Can I still file a claim and win?
what is the statute of limitations for filing a claim against a former employer? 2.5 years ago I worked for a company in NYC. 2 years into my employment new management was brought in. The new manager ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My wife had her 3rd and final interview for a promotion within her company, but in a different office. A few days later, it was brought to her attention by employees that a Facebook was message was sent to another employee that previously showed her inapp
The complaint occurred January 6, 2016. The Facebook incident was later that week. Her final interview was January 7th applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Non-Compete
According to my employer (Spa/Salon) I signed a non-compete, but never received a copy. In addition, my previouse employer has not required other employees who perform the same job I did to sign a non... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Wrongful termination, racial discrimination
I was asked to resign from my Manager's job at Kaiser but I refused and was terminated. I was terminated for upgrading the staff to a higher paid grade. We are union. I also tried to discipline some f... applies to California · 1 answer

Related coworkers in supervisory roles
Hello. I work for a large HMO, where written policy clearly states no employee shall hold a supervisory position over a relative. However, that situation exists in my office and the higher ups continu... applies to Arizona · 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

What agency protects employees from retaliation.
I sent an email to HDQTRS with safety concerns after a man died of a Heroin OD in our facility. We are a drug rehab - we have procedures in place to keep drugs off the premises, but there are not bein... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Unpaid commissions
Ok I work for a cingular agent owned store. We are paid commissions monthly. When I first started we were paid commissions every 2 months but now it is december and we are just now recieveing our augu... applies to California · 1 answer

The amount of my accrued vac was grandfathered in when universal bought out guardsmark. But they owe
Grandfather clause was agreed upon the sale of guardsmark to universal. All guardsmark employees would recieve the ammount of vac pay that they were recieving from guardsmark fo how ever long they wer... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Wrongful termination
I worked for a bio-tech company in NY, which relocated to MA. Some of us were offered to relocate and given moving expense money and a cost of living increase in pay. The relocation occured in April. ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

My daughters boyfriend was fired after I made a complaint to the corporate office about the professionalism of his owner/manager. The owner texted him a message with a picture that he was going to write him up. He told his employees that they would not wo
Details were listed in the question however he was fired when asked have I ever asked you to shave prior to corporate arriving. Answer yes. He was terminated applies to Washington · 0 answers

Severance pay for maternity leave
Is it legal for an employer to lay off pregnant employees before/during/after maternity leave without additional compensation for medical leave of absence benefits in their severance agreement even th... applies to California · 1 answer

Can employers penalize tardiness by taking away vacation?
My employer has had a difficult time with employees consistently coming in a few minutes late. Recently, he decided to implement a penalty for tardiness: if an employee is late four times in a month, ... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

is it against the law to have a fellow employee let everyone I work with I was in jail
a fellow employee showed all my fellow employees a picture of me in jail applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Senority shift bid
My job said the shift bid would be done by senority...they started did the first 50 or so employees shift but stopped and went first come first serve applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I have been working for the same company for 2 years under a 1099 contract. All (5) US based 'employees' are under 1099. In 2014 I was asked to countersign a new contract introducing a new qualifier by which to measure my agreed to quarterly bonus compens
This company's headquarters are in Spain but the US operations are based in Colorado. I am based in New Jersey. applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

After work drinks, is it harassment?
We recently had our Xmas party from 12 to 5pm. The Xmas party officially ended however most employees attended a bar for drinks. I grabbed a male co-workers bottom, it was not meant to be sexual but p... applies to New York · 0 answers

can they add to our severance agreement that we cannot file for the "trade adjustment agreement"?
There are about 40 of us being laid off in an office of 68 employees. Our jobs have been sent "off shore". I wish I had found this site sooner, because today we get our severance packages to sign and ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

BOSS WITHHOLDING MEDICAL INS. FOR 1-1/2 YEARS
I HAVE BEEN WORKING FOR A SMALL TRUCKING COMPANY FOR NEARLY A YEAR AND A HALF. WHEN I WAS HIRED I WAS ASSURED MEDICAL INSURANCE, JUST AS ALL OF THE OTHER EMPLOYEES, BUT THROUGH ALL OF MY EFFORTS I STI... applies to California · 2 answers

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

My boss is a methadone addict and supplies to his employees when they can't find prescription pills and one being my husband. They all use at work (a machine/welding shop). I confronted my boss/ owner over a situation concerning my husband. He demanded I
I was paid under the table and only paid $40 a day. Sometimes 10-12 hr days and 7 days a week and also most holidays. No extra bonus or overtime. applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

My position was eliminated but there are 2 other people that have the same position.....
I recently lost my job and the reason I was given was that my position was eliminated. The problem is that I worked with two other employees that had the same title and position that I had and they ar... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can I join my employer's client in California?
I am a resident of California (currently on H1B visa) and working for a company's client here in California. I have been offered a full time position by the client in the same location - California. H... applies to California · 0 answers

Rerto pay for pay increase
I have been overdue for a pay raise for over 2 years now. All other employees have been given an increase. My employer has finally decided to give me one, but will only retro me back 6 months. Is this... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

How long does an employer have to keep a past employees pay stubs?
We have a former employee requesting payroll information from 11 years ago - our payroll person cannot locate anything on her computer from that long ago - what is the amount of time that an employer ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Co worker is showing nude and very nasty pic of my girl friend to other coworkers and talking trash bout me what can I do
Pictures are of her privates that he did get from her. She refused to take any more so to get back at her he started showing other employees the pictures and talking trash bout me, is this illegal applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Is my non-compete valid in Michigan If I signed it after I started my job
I was forced to sign a non-compete agreement after I started my job. Subsequently I discovered not all employees in my classification were required to sign. I did not receive any additional considerat... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

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

Is a non-compete agreement enforceable for an independent contractor?
Is a non-compete agreement enforceable for an independent contractor if the document signed only states employee/employees of the company? This pertains to a dog grooming salon in New Mexico. I want t... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Can an employer spread false rumors in email to my colleagues?
My employer sent an email out to my colleagues at work accusing me of creating a hostile work environment. She got her information from other employees & apparently went through my personnel files fro... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

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

do i have a lawsuit
in sept i accepted a job as a deal secretary- the job requried me to notarize customers titlework even though i did not witness the signature-- i am now going to arbitration because unemployment denie... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can employer require you to sign a schedule package agreement, violate it every week, then deduct 'points' if you call in on what were supposed to be your agreed-upon days off?
Walmart eliminated flexibility for employees, but they're still able to schedule outside the agreement. If you call in you lose points, up to nine, at which point they terminate you. Would that be wro... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Severance Pay
I was told about a month ago, that my position will be eliminiated. I keep asking for my lay-off date but they keep dodging me. I work for a non-profit agency and I have seen no literature on serveran... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

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

Can I be fired because employees openly mock me, turn me away from jobs I am required to do, and then make up lies about me so they get their way?
Ok, so I work for AMC theaters as a busser. My job is to simply clean theaters and run trays. Recently, I am having problems with my coworkers because they do not want to work with me. They have lied ... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Hourly Bonus pay dispute
I work as an RN in the healthcare field. Since RN's are in short supply, the network I am working for frequently offers a small hourly bonus past your required time commitment. I currently and commite... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Can an employer demand to see texts on an employee's personal phone?
After seeing an employee texting another employee on their personal phone, the employer demanded to see / "made the employee show" the text exchanges between the two employees. As I recall, this can o... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Seeking advice on how to cut employee benefits
Health Insurance Questions: 1) Is it legislated what percent a company must pay of employee medical benefits? 2) Can we go from paying 50% of all insurance (employee and family) to paying 50% of emplo... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

government un-fair hiring practice, grounds for lawsuit?
County commissioners approved full time new positions, the county rolled over temporary employees who averaged over 32 hrs week, regardless of qualifications, then opened up remaining open positions. ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

What is the maximum number of days, a employer can mandate an hourly employee to work in a row?
We are down to three hourly employee's, and one salary employee to run a store 24/7/365 days a year. Our boss is trying to force the hourly employees to work every single day. applies to New Hampshire · 0 answers

I work five days but only get paid for four days per diem is this legal?
Employer stopped paying for lodging and meals. Now employer pays daily per diem and employees are responsible for lodging and meals. applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can my employer dock holiday pay from my salary?
Employee handbook says if you call off the day before or after a holiday, you will not receive holiday pay. Does this only apply to hourly employees and not to a salaried employee? I am paid salary an... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can I be terminated for not signing a non compete?
I have been working for a company for 4.5 years as a recruiter, the company is located in Wisconsin and the corporate office is in Illinois. All of the employees at the Wisconsin office were approache... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Getting out of relocation obligation
My company has a policy requiring employees to repay and relocation expenses if they quit or are fired in less than two years from the date of relocation. After being relocated, the company changed ce... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

is there really no expiration date on a non compete contract?
I live in nj and have a small business. I hired 4 employees with no knowledge of them having contracts. I posted promotions on my business social media as well as purchased direct mailing to get my ne... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Do I have to sing a non-compete if I did not know it was required and did not know about it?
I started my job 5 months ago and in my interview I was never told I had to sign a non-compete, but today my boss handed me on and told me that my job is contingent on it and all employees have to sig... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

OVER TIME-COLLEGE STUDENT
I work for a private mortage servicing company in ohio. There are about 250+ employees and they are making the dept I work in work mandatory 10 hours over-time a week unitl they tell us to stop. I att... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

In the state of Mississippi can an employer place an employees personal belongings outside at night on street bc of a personal issue without given the chance to the employee to come get his or her belongings?
I’m a hairstylist. And the salon owner has been very ugly and rude to me. The husband and I have are great friends but because she is mad at me personally not business related she has set all my bel... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

if a position was miss classified as being hourly when it should be exempt, can you re-classify the position?
We have a group of employees that have basically the same position responsibilities. The position had been classified as being hourly. I believe that this is incorrect and wish to convert them as bein... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Does a breach of contract cause the whole agreement to be voided in arbitration?
The owner of my company makes it a practice of going into accounts that the sales people opened and then stopping paying commissions to the sales people. The sales people are commissioned w2 employees... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I was released from my job after I had submitted complaints of unsafe work area.
After I reported this I had 2 other employees fill complaints saying I had threatened violence against them. At the end of my work day I was asked to go to front office where I was questioned by head ... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Is nepotism allowed in Local Government Agencies
I am employed by a local government entity. The hiring process is quite embarrassing, everyone who gets promoted is either a good friend, family member, neighbors, or own a motorcycle so they can all ... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

My bosses boss told my co-workers that I would not be coming back to work. I had been off for some months due to physical issues. He did not tell me at all, just those I work with. Is that illegal, or just inconsiderate?
I have been off work since January 21 of this year. First due to a total knee replacement and was on FMLA for 3 months. Then I continued to be off work as pain in the opposite leg gradually got worse,... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Is my non-compete valid
I signed a non-compete in 2011. In 2012 the company had financial problems and could not pay it's employees on schedule. The two companies that had merged, then split at this time. I never singed anot... applies to Montana · 0 answers

Can I fight the non complete clause
My employer provided an offer letter thting tht I would make up 10 10% each quarter and 20% at year end. I have been meeting my goals however the compnay had paid very few bonuses and never at the agr... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can you be fired for creating a hostile environment without physical evidence.
EPC did an investagation on me and said I was guilty of Racial Comments, Threated people with layoffs to intemidate and control, Showed favortism to my friends, and said I called people into my office... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

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

serverance after merger but job still present
Facts: 1) No formal severance policy at seller company 2) less than 100 employees in US 3) Verbal commitment of 3 months severance upon merger completion 4) Outplacement services offered Question: If ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can my employer's husband harass and belittle me?
My employer is an owner of an insurance agency and her husband, whom assumes he's an owner as well, simply because he's married to the owner, has been belittling and harassing the employees, me includ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is my former employer guilty of defamation?
I have recently discovered that my former employer has been visiting former therapy patients of mine in their homes to inquire whether I acted inappropriately and have inferred to them that it might b... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

I have been out of work for two years and have been told by potential employees that my former employer is black balling. They tout all my accomplishments then say I'm not to be trusted and that I undermine my supervisors. What can I do?
My job was eliminated, I was told that I did my job well but the new Superintendent didn't want me on her team. I didn't think any thing of it, until another Superintendent informed me that I was bein... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

overtime laws for movie theater employees
My son has worked for a movie theater for 9 years and has never received overtime pay even though he has worked as many as 60 hours a week before. Are movie theater exempt? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

harrassment
recently i was informed by one of my employees that another employee was planning on filing a harrassment lawsuit against me personally for alleged "verbal harrassment". I informed this employee to te... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Do you need to grieve to have rights under a union contract
If an employee was a member of a union(IBEW) and had a contract with his employer that did not allow layoffs unless an external event triggered the need for fewer employees, and the employee was laid ... applies to Vermont · 1 answer

does your employer have to have a escrow agent to have a company escrow and shouldn't each employee have there owe account set up for that employee?
all I want to know is does my employer have to have a third neutral person (escrow agent) if he is going to have a escrow for the employees ? He can not do this himself right ? applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can an employer close the company on holidays and force you to use personal time
Can a company close the business on Dec 24 and Dec 31 and force employees to use there personal days to be paid? applies to New York · 2 answers

Can you be forced to use vacation time for being sent home early from work?
My company just instituted the rule that when we are not busy, employees will be sent home and their vacation time will be used to pay for the time off. I feel this is illegal, not to mention unethica... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Does a company have to represent you, if you no longer work for that company?
If you file a complaint respondent superior, and later someone else file a similar complaint against the same company. If the place where the incident happened close and 2 defendants are not longer wo... applies to Texas · 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

I quit my job this Tueday and got insulted by a Senior member of the company
I quit my job this Tueday because I felt there was a campaign going on against me. When leaving the building a higher up of the company (Public Corporation with 5000+ employees) called me names. Today... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer dock our paycheck?
Hello Is it legal for an employer in CA to reduce the hourly rate of an employee that has been calling in sick and having personal issues a bit too often? This is being done for a "probation" period. ... applies to California · 1 answer

What letter do I use for a customer to sign saying they cannot hire our employee?
We have an employee that wants to take to much control over one of our customers. We would like to have our customer sign something saying that they cannot hire our employees. What kind of agreement s... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Our employer states if we do not sign out at the end of the day, employees will only be paid until lunch. Legal??
We must sign in and out every day. If we do not sign out, we have been notified that we will only be paid until lunch. applies to Texas · 4 answers

My employer is trying to force me to resign through extreme micro-management
I was hired as a mid-level Manager. I was then subsequently given the responsibilites of my previous Director without a promotion or pay increase; i.e. the scope of my responsibilities changed dramati... applies to New York · 2 answers

No-compete with incorrect verbal explanation
I was given a fairly standard no-compete contract, before signing, i was told (by my boss) that every employee would be required to sign. Three years later, i find out that not every employee signed t... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Discharge Question
I was told over the Christmas holiday that my job was being eliminated because of organizational changes. I was an Admin Asst, and whenever I would ask for a job description I was told to refer to the... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

My employer has several times threatened me and other salaried employees with termination because we do not work over 40 hours a week. We are salaried and as part of our salary we do get a monthly and yearly bonus based on sales. My employer states that t
Salary employee administrative position not entitled to overtime pay employer wants to mandate extra hours to compensate for short staff applies to New York · 1 answer

Should I blow the whistle?
I work for a small company that is charging consumers and making them wait sometimes months for their orders. When someone places their order, they are told it will be 2 weeks before they receive, it ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my employer (school) continuously try to change my job description and position following a reasonable accommodation?
After a hard fight to get an accommodation that was being provided to 90% of employees, I received it. Since then my job has attempted to reassign my job position twice while still under the accommoda... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can sev. pay be denied if accepting poss. with co. taking over?
Take over will be in two weeks, I'm told that sev. pay will not be given to employees offered positions with the new company. I have been offered a position and have to give an answer tomorrow, is thi... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

This is a defamation of character, and what can I do?
This incident took place in August 1, another worker who's known for starting rumors, lying, and starting trouble with others in the office. She told another worker that while I was on my lunch break ... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

I live in WI. Does my employer have to pay earned vacation when someone leaves?
I work in WI, my employer offers vacation to full time employees. There are no written policies. Someone recently left the company and that was when I found out that my employer does not intend to pay... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Honoring a Serverance packet
My company is closing and promised its employees a severance packet (in writing) but since the company was acquired by another company (who still said they would honor the severance letter packet) the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can you sue for hostile work environment?
ive been workers for the same company two years and yesterday they told me my pay is going down because my spot has been filled, it was already filled when I started two years ago, the whole time work... applies to Arkansas · 0 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

I was recently laid off after more than 21 years with the same company in Massachusetts. I was given no severance pay as the company is currently in bankruptcy, however we do have a severance policy. Another female executive was laid off on the same day a
All employees also received paperwork to file a claim under the bankruptcy if we felt we had one. Should I complete this and hope to receive any type of settlement when the bankruptcy is complete? applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

What is it we can do to protect ourselves & the kids since our company has failed to do so?
I work with kids & have been kicked twice and called names by one kid. Other employees have had the same issues. We all feel like our company isn't doing anything about it considering our safety & the... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Discrimination against males
I just resigned from my job for various reasons. One of the reasons is my boss who is a female makes many comments on how she hates men and that she wishes she had more women working in the office bec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

shouldn't I receive a severance pay
Co. moved to another state , gave help and sev pkgs to all employees losing jobs. I was given a paper-my job was not affected. laid off, rtnd to work to do a different job, less work & OT. Made consid... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What can I do to fight for my benefit?
My employer gives a retirement benefit that you are eligible for full-time employees after 2 years of service and 1000 hours of work per year. I have worked here since 2015-Dec. and I still have not s... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Is a non-interference clause in a contract valid in CA?
I run a professional corporation and am looking to contract with a non-profit whereby they want me to sign a non-interference agreement (in California). I believe this is illegal and would like them t... applies to California · 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

my employer doesn't pay overtime. they use to put on all piece rate employees pay check we only worked 40 hours no matter what time frame we were there. now they make it look like they are paying us a base rate and overtime rate but we are still paid the
no overtime pay from a 50 million dollar annual revenue a year company. stealing money from our checks to pay others applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Is it illegal to block employees from making up lost time due to unplanned lateness?
Without warning or being in writing our employer stated that time lost due to lateness will no longer be allowed to be made up either same day, next day, or same week. So car trouble, traffic, childca... applies to Washington · 0 answers

defamation/discrimination
my wife boss at her present job has been making false statements about her (isnt doing her job, falsely accusing her when there are issues, accusing her of theft, etc.) to other employees and also cus... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Would my situation possibly have a claim?
I am a clinical coordinator at a hospital. On several occassions different employess have went to HR and called coporate compliance and made false accusations about me showing favortism to a certain e... applies to Florida · 0 answers

docking pay for employee foul-ups
If you have an employee, who is repeatly missing insurance charges for services, after repeatly telling that employee of the problem. can you tell that employee to contact the patient to receive the b... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can I negotiate a severance package if I am being forced to report to a manager who made slanderous statements about me during my leave of absence?
While I was on my leave of absence for a medical disability, my manager told my colleagues she was "suspicious" of my leave of absence since I seemed fine to her and that she felt it was due to stress... applies to California · 3 answers

I resigned from my Mortgage position from a bank and on the Compensation agreement, it states that I will get paid for any originated loans that close within 30 days of my exit. Immediately after leaving, my loans were changed to other employees, and they
Resignation of a Mortgage Position from a Bank and not being paid for Commission Pay within 30 days of exiting applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

I am a 47 year old male
3 months ago my CEO took me to lunch and ask told me my job was secure and not to look for another position. Last week they dismissed me without cause after 6 years of proven success. They have offere... applies to Georgia · 2 answers

Confused about severance
My company A is being bought out by another company B. There has always been a severance package in our policy handbook. As employees we have been told we will not qualify for severance enless we appl... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

I work for a police dept. a coworker went to Internal Affairs and accused me of making harassing cal
She thought I keyed her car years ago, she told coworkers I did, she never filed a complaint. She called me a swear passing me in a hallway, I never reported it officially, but told a friend an office... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Fired, slandered and no money.
I was terminated today and was given the reason that I did not show up for work on Saturday May 27 and Monday May 29 2006 and did not even call in. However, I informed my boss on Thursday the 25th tha... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What is nepotism and is it against the law?
Can a boss, whose son works directly for him, promote that son without informing the other employees that the position his son received was even available? A former HR employee said the son received a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Went to HR yesterday; complained boss harassing, demeaning behavior; was fired today.
Boss has history of this behavior; another peer also went to HR to complain of his treatment. HR rep stated they have "heard alot of noise about him lately." Other documented instances involving other... applies to Illinois · 2 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

Can an employer cancel employees health insurance with less than 30 days & with a contract in place
I have a contract that states employer will provide health benefits to myself and my family. I received a letter on November 25th, dated Nov 18th that my healthcare benefits will cease Dec. 1st. Is mo... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

If employee declines lunch break am I covered as long as I offer it?
I run a business in TN. Labor laws state that we must offer a 30 min break to employees working over 6 hours. If the employee does not choose to take that break am I still covered legally by offering ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can an employer deny an employee eligibility for health insurance benefits due to a low evaluation score when it does not state anything about it in the company benefits guide book ?
The company benefits guide only states that full and part time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits after a 90 day wait. applies to Nevada · 0 answers

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

Laid off because job was "eliminated", yet company is still hiring for the position
I was recently laid-off because I was told that my job was "eliminated". I've since learned that my former company is filling my position internally (same title) with less-costly employees. I'm unclea... applies to New York · 1 answer

Need help to get justice, think U.A. was tamped
The U.A. took to long for results,I was lied to about couple during that period .Had doctor app. on Monday for back pain meds like ever month,took U.A. like always was clean I think I can prove with a... applies to Texas · 0 answers

FMLA question
My husband has worked for a local auto dealer for 32 years, he's 53 years old. He has held key management positions for approx 20 years. February 5, 2008 he stayed home from work, which was rare, thou... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was offered a position as a hotel manager. The job was suppose to run 6-8mo. and provided housing. As a result, I moved out of my apt and into an apt in the hotel. My 2nd day on the job I almost got a ticket for operating without a liscence. The 3rd day
Isnt there a labor law that protects employees in this type situation, so the employer would still be liable to pay half of the original agreed upon amount? applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can I be kept from gaining employment with a new company because of a no solicitation agreement if I
I work in a retirement community as a physical therapist where the therapy is run by a contracted company. The community has decided to switch contracts to another company and the new company wants to... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Vacation Pay After Layoff in California
My California company laid off employees on January 3rd, including me. I was given holiday pay for January 2nd. Since we are given 20 days vacation in a calendar year, should I be paid out those 20 va... applies to California · 1 answer

Am I still bound by franchise non-compete if franchisee goes under?
I currently am working for a franchise that has all employees sign a non-compete agreement. It is a window cleaning business so there are no intellectual properties. The franchise I am under looks lik... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I signed a non compete 4 yrs ago wirh my current emplyeer. since then no other nurse I have worked with has had to sign one when they started. Is mine still valid if the company is no longer making new employeyes sign these or even mentioning them?
None of the other nurses I have spoken with had to sign a non compete. I had to when I was hired in 2013. But all the nurses since then say they never had to and it was never brought up. Would mine st... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

pay cut without notice
I have been employed by a company for two months. At a staff meeting held on Feb 26th, it was announced everyone would be taking a 5% pay cut effective retroactive to Feb 16th. The company employs app... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

From part time to Per Diem(Elimination)
My company hired me part time a year ago. Recently the company was sold. The company never lay off an employee. How the get rid of employees is that they "Per Diem" them by eliminating their hours to ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

IS THIS CASE APPLICABLE FOR THE WRONGFUL DISMISSAL
I started with this company thirteen years ago with the job title Technical Support Manager (Grade 21 - exempt employee). Since then, I have been promoted to Grade 22. Three years ago I was transferre... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Selective enforcement of non-compete
I am a consultant who left my former employer 8 months ago and began working directly for my client. While at first encouraging, my former employer later learned that my 'opportunity' was for contract... 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

Confused on how my notice turned into what seems to be some kind of retaliation
After bullying during senior staff meetings (I am the only female), constant snickers about me and my job across the table, verbal remarks about my shirt and buttons popping off due to my breasts and ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can I deny sick pay after an employee gives thier 2 weeks notice?
An employee has given their 2 week notice of termination. She is trying to use up her sick time because we do not pay it out when employees leave. Can I put a policy in place that we do not pay sick o... applies to Washington · 0 answers

If I signed a no compete in 99 will it still hold even though I have been treated badly for years?
I signed a no compete in 1999, for years other employees and I have been treated badly. We finally have got the courage to leave. She slanders us to other people and calls us at home and yells at us. ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Promotion with a promised raise after 3 months
I was prompted to a supervisor and was promised a raise after 3 months in position. An email was sent out to the organization announcing my promotion , I have emailed HR, and have escalated this to up... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

employee keeps changing "intent of contract", entitlement for rentention bonus
in anticipation of a company splitting, i was given a contract as VP of the new copmany to be formed. After contract signed, the decision was made not to form new copmany but close. Now other part of ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

denial of benefits, other
Recently placed on medical due to injury to right arm requiring surgery, not work related. I was informed by my company's HR department that during my leave, I would not be allowed to use the facility... applies to New Hampshire · 1 answer

My son works for a company that offered severance pay for voluntary lay offs…..a once and done offer they had to take by a certain date. He did not take it, then later gave his 2 week notice when he found another job.(he saw the handwriting on the wall)
My son tried to revoke his resignation the next week after hearing from other employees that they would get severance and be able to collect unemployment if they did not opt to work a different shift�... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Paid time off AND an absence?!
I understand that employers are authorized to force employees to use paid time off to cover unscheduled absences. Something else my employer does though is still count this absence against our absence... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Is a layoff the same as a termination?
When I became a minority shareholder in my comapny, I entered into an employment contract. Due to the downturn in business, our company has downsized and may have to downsize further. I found out the ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

do salaried employees get paid in the 90 day probationary period if they call out sick
A salaried manager called out sick in their 90 day probationary period, are we required to pay for that day ? applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer force an individual to sign their future intent regarding employment?
In a medical practice, the current providers have turned in 90 day notice to leave their jobs. The office is to remain open. Employees have been given 2 weeks and are being asked individually to sign ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Handbook states Exempt Salried employees be paid over 45 hours a week.
I worked for a Michigan Employer. I was salaried exempt with the handbook stating I will be paid anything over 45 hours a week. I resigned from my company and gave 3 weeks notice and worked nights and... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

am i entitled to accrued pto in florida if i quit without notice
i was offered ajob which allowed me to move closer to my daughters but required me to quit my current job without notice.i need to know if i am entitled to accrued pto & retirement. my reason for givi... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Unwanted - cost of personal fuel to be withheld from my paycheck
I work at a consulting firm where the vast majority of employees are on salary, and work at temporary customer jobsites throughout each day, and have no permanent place of work provided by the employe... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

If a previous employer sends you business is their non compete still valid?
I worked for an employer for almost 13 yrs and she made me sign a non compete 2 yrs after being there or be fired. 3 other workers and I left due to mistreatment by the employer. Since I left and went... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Is the non-compete covenant I was presented too broad?
After 17 years with my employer I was presented a non-compete covenant with an incentive. I am concerned that the clause is too broad limiting my options of future employees to those in completely unr... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I worked for a company and was written up for being late but I and 2 other employees all walked in late together and they never were wrote up and one was on there final write up. The same person wrote me up multiple times for being 10-15 minutes late whil
I worked for Aramark at Chillicothe Correctional Institution. I was always harassed due to the fact I didn’t want to de-humanize the inmates. Everyone comes in late and they never get wrote up and I... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Denial of severance pay
My company announced their plan to close our facility and pay severance; however it now appears they will instead sell the facility to a third party logistics company who may hire some of the employee... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

NEW OHIO WAGE
THE NEW HOUR WAGE INTO EFFECT FOR 01/01/07 FOR BUSINESS' UNDER 250,OOO IS EXACTLY WHAT AND FOR TIPPED EMPLOYEES?? I KEEP GETTING DIFFERNET RESULTS ON THE ISSUES. WHAT IS THE FEDERAL MIMUMUM WAGEM I KN... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

cut in pay legal without notice
I am a auto technician and recently my pay was cut from $19/hr to $18.63 due to recent experation of my certifications. Is the company allowed to do this? I am scheduled to take the tests in Nov. Othe... applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I protected from retaliation for blowing the whistle on a violation of company policy?
If I called the company "hotline" to report a company policy violation, and then was retaliated against by management, do I have a case? The posted notices at work that solicit employees to report the... applies to California · 0 answers

I work for a company in MI where the headquarters is in WI, does the new Michigan Sick Leave Law apply to my office?
My company is based out of Wisconsin but has offices all over the US. Michigan recently passed a Sick Time Law that required employers to give employees 1 hour of sick leave per every 35-40 hours work... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

In NC can a restaurant owner require employees to pay them a $30 cash payment if the employee cannot come to work
My granddaughter works in a restaurant. The owners wife is very high strung and inconsistent with policies on a daily basis. Today a memo was sent stating that any employee not able to show up for the... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

My employer is ending PTO. They state they will buy back unused hours at $.25 on the dollar. I'm in Florida. Is this legal. I have 400 hours of PTO
New CEO is changing things. No more PTO will be earned. But employees like me have earned several hours that tops off at 400 hours. I have yet to have any chance to use it all. Now they are making an ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Company elected to not pay accrued vacation to employees that resign.
We accrue vacation and have 15 days so far. Our company announced that they no longer pay vacation when people resign. I thought accrued vacation is owed time? Is this accurate? This is a privately he... applies to Texas · 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

Can I sue for my employer leaking information?
My employment was terminated approximately 1 year ago. I have always heard that it was illegal for an employer to discuss terms and reasons for termination with other employees, however, I recently me... applies to California · 2 answers

In Missouri, is it illegal to yell or chew out an employee in front of other employees, and afterwards realizes the employer was blaming the wrong person?
I have been in the awning business all my working life. I have specifically cut cloth awnings, marked out , sewed, and installed them. My current"BOSS" has sold the awning jobs. He knows nothing about... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Regardless of being an at-will employee. Can a company use aggressive or harassment to force someone to quit, to avoid paying severence?
It seems to me that Bank of American and HP colluded to force employees to quit. First by setting unreal expectation on a team that was designed to fail. Second whether true or not, stating that there... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

can you be fired for asking for safe working conditions and your pay stub
i work in Ky. I am the production lead for our company. I was approached my the employees on the floor about unsafe work conditions and not receiving any record at all for 3 months or more for our pay... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

my job is on the line because I do not want to partake in unethical behavior.
This is Retaliation for "squealing" on the GM(and other employees) for Theft, harrassement(1,2,3), nepotism, Majority of unethical behavior. Current GM was promoted, from Bartender, after Termination ... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Wrongful termination in Kansas/ discrimation due to disability
Hi! I was employed at a call center in Kansas for 2.5 years. After a lengthy battle with my employer, I was finally granted a reasonable accommodation which was to join the work at home team. In addit... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

HI MY BOSS PUT A NEW PAY PLAN OUT AND SAID IT WAS RETRO ACTIVE FOR THIS MONTH ON 9/6/2018. I WORK IN A.Z. AND WE DID NOT GET A NEW PLAN TO SIGN JUST AN ADDENDUME TO OUR NEW PAY PLAN. WE ARE COMMISION BASED EMPLOYEES. CAN THEY DO THIS?
commission employee, change to pay plan that is after month has started that is retro active. we had a signed agreement that our plans could be changed without notice. applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Is it legal for a state agency to require employees to supervise the work of other equal rank employ
We are required to perform peer reviews on co-workers who are of same rank or class as ourselves, and your score on the performance evaluation is affected by these peer reviews. Other state agencies I... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

can my estranged wife come to my workplace without my knowledge to get my work schedule
My wife and I are seperated and have filed for divorce. She Does not belive me when I tell her my work schedule and reminds me of my court ordered time for taking my children on my days off. I Told he... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

What legal rights do I have for a bounced check from my employer?
What legal rights do I have for a bounced check from my employer? This is the first time it has happened to me but has happened to other employees that have previously worked for the company in the pa... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

Can going to arbitration worsen my position ?
I was in sales and I have a non-compete where my former employer pays me a small percent of what the clients I brought in continue to pay - this is what is at stake. I feel the entire agreement should... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can the employer sue?
Can an employer sue an employee for loss of business due to an employees negligence? The employee was not being supervised at the time, despite the employee being new / a trainee. The employee was at-... applies to New York · 0 answers

Is this preferentail treatment?
I was accused and fired for breaking a rule sited in the employees handbook. My best friend was also suspended but not fired for the same infraction. I wasn't able to defend myself other than to say I... applies to Washington · 0 answers

What recourse do I have against a former employer who is contacting my current employer about me?
I worked for a medical practice that was run in an enethical and unjust manner. An employee was fired for seking reimbursement for being clocked out for lunches she was unable to take. The remaining f... applies to California · 1 answer

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

hostile work environment
I have worked for a contractor for the government for 5 years now. My immediate boss is rather difficult to work for and has been worse over the past 3 years once I became management. I was promoted t... applies to Arizona · 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

Gender Discrimination
Hi, I have a question about gender discrimination. Is there state (OH) or federal law protections for gender discrimination under small employers? If an employer has 10-15 (or less) employees does tha... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employment-At-Will...if we expect them to follow company policies, should this be relationship be me
Working on a revised company handbook. I understand that if we expect our employees to follow certain company policies that they are "techincally" not an employee-at-will. Do you recommend the "Employ... applies to Ohio · 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

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 I have someone review my severance package?
I was furloughed in April and now our organization has had a group layoff this week. They have offered a Severance Package of 4 weeks for me. It was based on years of service. I am 67 years old and wa... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Please Help!!!
I work for a construction subcontractor in Va and my boss makes slanderous, sexuall, and raciall statements towards me constantly. This is seriouslly distracting and makes me feal unworthy and low at ... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is a Mn employer (less than 50 emp) required to hold a job for an employee who left to have a baby?
We are a MN private family who employs PCAs (personal care attendants) to help care for our child with disabilities. We have less than 20 employees. One of our PCAs is pregnant. Are we required to pro... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

When I was fired my boss told me they were going in another direction and
I have never been written up and my termination came as a complete surprise. My employer told unemployment a different reason than they told me for the termination. Less than 30 days prior I reported ... applies to California · 2 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

Can the bank refuse to pay benefits after the sale?
My bank recently sold off a portion of itself including my branch and 5 other branches. They just told me that they won't be paying the 5% of salary contribution to our ESOP accounts because we won't ... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

How does seniority work ?
I know someone who has been working for a Government job building schools since 2002. Theres been other people hired after him with less time working for the company. This job works on and off due to ... applies to California · 1 answer

Legally is there anything I can do when a fellow employee is giving work information to my ex?
My ex moved a woman he met twice into our home as my kids and I were moving out. We are 29months into a divorce. His girlfriend has 36 criminal charges in her home state over 11 years. She has been ca... applies to Washington · 0 answers

"Substantially Equal Employment" - coercion?
If an employer sells a product line and the severance policy states "substantially equal employment" means no severance payment, can they insist that the employees concerned sign a statement that the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

What are the statute of limitations in IL
In Aug, 2015, I was a mgr for a concrete co. An employee was upset due to a timecard issue and started to swing at me. I did not hit him, however, I did stop him by holding him against the wall and te... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

Can an active union member supervise other union members?
Can management ask or force an active union member to supervise other union members and remain hourly employees? Please advise as soon as posible. applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

I am a Registered Nurse living and working in Michigan. I am employed by a nursing agency. This nursing agency offers full time benefits for employees working at least 36 hours a week (which I receive and pay into weekly) I am pre-scheduled for 3 days a w
All of the nurses in their homecare setting is being forced to work unscheduled wrk days without breaks or lunches uninterrupted away from the patient home. As much as 25 hours in one shift. applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I was fired because one of my workers said he would stay if they fired me.
I was Maintenance Superintenent (manager) at Amcast Automotive in Gas City, IN. Last week I was fired for "not doing my job". That evening I found out that one of the employees who reported to me brag... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Help! My employer laid me off & did not pay me for 3 weeks worked or my vacation and sick leave. I filed a form 410. I have now received a objection to that claim what do i do?
EMPLOYER FILED CHAPTER 11 N TX WESTERN CT ON OR ABOUT 4/1/18 CASE #50788, CASE #50789 EMPLOYER DID MASS LAYOFF AT 2 SEPARATE TX LOCATIONS. THIS INVOLVE AROUND 20-30 HOURLY OR SALARIED EMPLOYEES AND OT... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I had twin babies 6 weeks ago. I had them prematurely so I was not anticipating that I would have them so soon and was waiting for my doctor to give me my induction date to go ahead and start talking about my leave. They all knew I was pregnant and knew w
I had twin babies 6 weeks ago. I had them prematurely so I was not anticipating that I would have them so soon and was waiting for my doctor to give me my induction date to go ahead and start talking ... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

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

Are Private universities exempt from paying overtime to salaried employees?
I work for a private University as an Adjunct Professor that is on 5/8ths salary (25 hours a week) certain weeks I work well over 40 hours. I make less than double minimum wage. Is my position exempt ... applies to California · 0 answers

My husband got fired from his job was accused of having sexual relations with another employee at school property. They said they had 2 witnesses.
Husband was accused by 2 other employees of having sexual relations with another Employee in school campus. Videos were looked at and there was no proof of any activity taken place but was still fired... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I work for a company, I was laied off in November 2014 for the winter. I was told thaat I would be working again in April of 2015, I have been told that the company hired on new employees and they have been put to work, i'm still waiting to get called bac
I have been waiting to get called back to work, all the new hires are working before me, can the company do that applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Can my emplyer, who receives state funding, dock me for two days when I missed one due to illness?
I missed 4 days total and brought in a doctor's note. My employer is going to dock my pay for 8 days because he says July is a blackout month, and employees may not be absent during this time. I am sa... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

buisiness advice, terminating unfair hire legally
An employee (manager/bookkeeper) that's worked for me for about three years now just recently quit, but before she did she hired a new girl w/ a gauranteed 40+ hours a week overtime $15 an hour. I hav... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

My employer is withholding my 2017 bonus because I will not be employed on the date bonuses are given. What recourse do I have?
I was told after resigning that I will not receive my previous year's bonus, despite having met all criteria and working 200+ hours of unpaid overtime. The employer stated that only employees who are ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

A Pickle
I am a systems engineer with my firm. My company recently tested their employees product knowledge with a series of exams. The first exam was for systems engineers, about 40 people. During this exam o... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Mileage from one office to other satelite versus homebase
employer has requested employees at satellite offices as home base and is now refusing mileage reimbursement to "main office" however those home based in main office and other satellite offices may su... applies to New York · 0 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

Any difference between Part-time/full-time non-compete employees?
I'm working for a market research company, am a newly hired, part-time, temp. employee. I signed a non-compete waiver and was wondering, if I get a full-time job in the same industry (or even direct c... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Compensation For Declining Healthcare Plan
The company I work for compensates several male employees who do not choose to participate in the medical insurance plan at a rate of $2 per hour (they are covered under their spouse's plans). I and a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Am I entitled to payment, or can I file a small claim?
I was terminated on 5/27/10 by an officer of the company. Handbook states that employee must be employed on the date payment is made for expenses which are paid 1st Friday after the month they occurre... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Moonlighting
My job was eliminated (Office Manager) and I was offered another position at 1/2 my salary. I took it and was able to get side work which I told a partner at my office about (who had no problem with i... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a company decide to stop paying out accrued vacation time?
This was a benefit when I was hired but the company is going to stop paying out in two months. They have not publicly announced this change yet, so there will be no time to use accrued vacation. The n... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

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

Can a full time employee in NJ be asked to leave due to low census after coming in to work and only
If we are currently full time employees can we be forced to take day off or leave early from work due to low census? Or is it volunteer basis only? applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

are construction workers that are not in a union allowed to be denied sick pay?
I asked our foreman who kept track of our sick hours that we accrued, but he said we don’t get sick pay because we are at will employees. I missed 2 days of work because of the flu and came back to ... applies to California · 0 answers

Can an employer make me sign an employee hand book agreement after 6 months on the job and make it retroactive?
My boss produced an employee handbook after she had me get licensed and work 6 months. She is now demanding that I sign her handbook. In the handbook, it stipulates that employees reimburse her for al... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Can an employer use accrued PTO to fill missing space in a timesheet?
My partner's work requires timesheets be filled out recording work done for each 15 minute increment. They are implementing a policy that will use an employees PTO to fill in any time that is missing ... applies to Maine · 0 answers

Hospital closure before end of W.A.R.N notice
We are a hospital operated by an investment group. the employees were given 60 days notice of closure which ends April 27th 2019. we were just informed that they are now closing on April 8th 2019 and ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Is it legal for employers to not pay their employees for mandatory meetings?
I am required to attend a monthly mandatory meeting on my day off that I am not paid for. I signed a form saying I would attend all mandatory meetings but it doesn't say I wouldn't be paid for it. My ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

We are a small company of 7 employees. We have an employee approved for STD for upcoming surgery. The employee has saved up PTO to 7 weeks. Can we ask the employee to use X weeks of PTO? For us to lose an employee for 4-6 weeks estimated STD and then stil
Who could help answer these types of ?'s. The STD insurance company perhaps ? applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Severance pay for some, but not all - Fair or Unfair?
I was recently laid off after nearly 8 years with my former company. I did not receive any severance pay, and I understand that it is not a right to receive it. I am concerned, however, that other emp... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Exempt employee wondering if I should have been non-exempt?
I was a insurance sales manager for the Auto Club of Southern California for 2 years. We were exempt employees, but we were required to do non-exempt employee work such as selling policies, servicing ... applies to California · 1 answer

non solicitation clause- Texas
I started my employment with former employer in 2001 (professional services). In 2012, the firm made everyone sign a non compete which included non solicitation of former employees. In 2017 I changed ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

If employee drops FT to PT and back to FT. When does vacation eligibility begin counting?
Employee started FT 9/2016, dropped to PT 2/2017, resumed FT 8/2017. Company standard for vacation for FT employee is 1 year from start date. Is 1 year from initial employment or new time of FT status... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Overtime for Salaried Employees
I am a salaried exepmt employee. I am forced to work a lot of overtime. No less than 65 hours a week and up to 80 hours on a regular basis. I have kept track of all of my hours on a spreadsheet since ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My company pays for overtime but strongly discourages it and prefers their employees to flex. Can my company force me to flex if I want to claim overtime instead?
My boss emailed me that I need to confirm with her about claiming overtime and that I should utilize flex time instead. I usually claim all my overtime and it seems to be an issue as i'ts very discour... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Are lead employees allowed to discuss the conduct of their subordinate to a 3rd party that is fam d?
When a Dept Lead - in this case, one step above supervisor, discusses a subordinate's behavior to family/friends (Lead's daughter in this case)not employed by the same company; is this a wrongful act.... applies to Tennessee · 0 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 am being harassed by my one of my employees because of my health condition. What can I do?
I have an employee who I am currently working with HR for a disciplinary issue. He is now saying that my LUPUS is affecting how I manage him and that because of my illness my write-ups are emotionally... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Workplace physical threat, sexually explicit conversation, and uncomfortable behavior
My manager threatened to hit me Last week as well as she followed me around the restaurant making fun of me... I contacted the owner that evening and haven't heard back... As time has gone on my manag... applies to California · 0 answers

Can I get severence if I'm not fired, but ask to leave instead?
My employer is unbearable. He is the worst manager I've ever had. I've reported him to HR on two different occasions, due to his inability to manage in a professional manner. I've been with my current... applies to California · 1 answer

I was told "take this lead posistion or be moved to a job we know you wont like"!
I have worked for this company for five years I was hired for the job I currently have. The company recently was bought by another company, they told us it was a merger, but everything has changed to ... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

What do I do if a previous employer is refusing to give me my CPR certification card?
I work in childcare and my previous employer provided my CPR certification class with the stipulation that it if you quit it comes out of your paycheck. They are now refusing to give me my card, even ... applies to Alaska · 0 answers

Told in early May that I am June 1 layoff. Company refusing to pay PTO for May
I was told in early May that I would be laid off effective June 1st. In fact, I was told that I "would have been" laid off in March if I wasn't on FMLA leave at the time (newborn baby). In May, on bei... applies to New Jersey · 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

Forced to clock out
In the state of Washington, many dental offices will ask you to clock out midday if there are no patients. This includes full time employees. Offices will charge a patient for not coming, presumably t... applies to Washington · 1 answer

Was it my age
have been with the company 30+ years and last yr was promoted to Sr mgr of a new operation. Salary 90,000+ Bonus. Company came in last Tuesday closed the office gave all my employees a severance excep... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

I been accused of Sexual Harassment but didn't do it. What kind of rights do i have. I have been made to sign this paper basically saying i did it but i didn't just trying to keep my job and digitty.
I was accused of harassment in the work place but i never harassed any one sexually or other wise but i have been accused and force to sign i paper basically saying i did without been notified ahead t... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Will somebody help file an Unfair Labor Practice with the Ohio State Employees Relations Board?
Please Respond Privately. Last month my Union distributed our new contract. The terms and conditions surrounding work hours are significantly different than what the Union Membership voted on. I am no... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Constant stress in the workplace caused by manager who won't manage
I work for a large University in Michigan as a non-union, at will employee. Very long story short, my immediate supervisor is a manager who doesn't usually manage. He appears to put a desire to be lik... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Payment of vacation owed and severance pay after being layed-off when Co. filed for Chapter 11
My company, Aerolineas Argentinas, filed for Chapter 11. A week later I, together with some other employees got lay-off (until the company resumes operation). 1) Shouldn't I get paid for my vacation t... applies to New York · 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

Sales Goals
I work for a hotel that transitioned management companies within the last year. The best the mid-size hotel has ever performed in a given year was $8 million. The goals this year are based on booking ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I was discharged from a temporary position for being wrongfuly accused of damaging property.
I was working through a temp agency for a company. I was discharted on August 17, after having worked there since November 2009. I was due to be hired as a full time employee on August 23. I was told ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If I was fired because the supervisor reported I wouldn't do the job she ask which I have witnesses seeing that I didn't refuse but yet they want write a statement because they say they don't want to have nothing to do with it but yet I've did an appeal w
My job is utility which requires me to hold other employees spot as needed I was clearly holding a spot when the supervisor ask me to then she ask me to help with another job I made a suggestion such ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Is this discrimination?
I have been employed at my job for 2+ years, The entire time of employment, I've not had teeth, due to factors outside of work. Tonight, there was a mandatory staff meeting, which I attended. Out of 5... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

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

Can a employer insist you use your full legal name
Can my employer insist employees use their full legal first and last name when dealing with customer in a inbound collection and credit call center? We have always been allowed to use our first names ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Is it legal to expect employees to be on call (expected to be at a phone) and not be compesated.
My employer has enforced on call as a requirement of employment, we are expected to answer the phone when called and if we don't answer or come in we are written up and in some cases discharged. We ar... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

I was terminated from Walmart after 20 years. I was given my regular pay, I was wondering if Walmart have serverance pay for there employee..
Got terminated from job after 20 years. Wondering if Walmart has severance pay for it's employees. applies to Michigan · 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

Is this age discrimination?
I am 58 and have worked for a large company for the last 4 years. My reviews have all been excellent. The company has went through several layoffs where they stated positions were being eliminated onl... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

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

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

Releasing an Employee on Maternity Leave
If a small employer (15 employees) has an employee with marginal performance (never documented)who goes on maternity leave and has a temp in the office who is an exceptional worker, can the employer t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

My ex employer is offering a conditional severance - if a sign a non compete
I'm 56 - got sick - Employer Threw the health insurance premium at me and said this is unacceptbale - wife also got sick. After that down hill - entire staff aware of health issues and we were brunt o... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

What if I get hired at a job. The day that I start another employee tells a manager a lie that I did some thing and then the manager comes to me and says I cannot work at that location I have to go somewhere else because of another employees false accusat
I was hired at a restaurant. I started the next day when I walked in the door another employee made a false explanation to the manager. At that point the manager came up to me and said I could no long... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

due to covid19, my company eliminated my salaried manager position to houly but with 50% of duties are still managerial and revised PTO accrual. I have days of PTO left before covid19 and they told me and other employees that we no longer have PTO due to
eliminated manager position and offered hourly pay instead of salary, not going to pay accrued PTO applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Am i a case of Discr
My former employer is a privately owned convenience store with 5 (going on 6) Gast stations+A tire shop+ A Comfort Inn; all of which have different business licensing but are ultimately the same compa... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

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

Deduct from pay not authorized; did not follow through on terms of employment
This employer has a policy to withhold one weeks pay from employees for not reason at the start of hire. The employee is entitled to receive those funds back at the end of their employment, if ever. I... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is my non-compete valid if I only worked at a company for less than a month?
I worked at a healthcare office for less than 4 weeks. I was fired because they felt that I was not working at their standards. Their office goes through new employees every week. I have another job o... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

My employer kept having me do her other employers job. I cook in a small kitchen with no windows with a broke exhaust fan . The ice machine is also back there it blows hot air it is very humid and hot. My employers provide a fan but it blows just hot air
Slander. Employer treated me different than other employees I didn't know why but I seen the difference and felt it and when I decided to go she assured me with her words i was right I was being treat... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

company says I breached severance agreement
My job was eliminated. I was offered a severance agreement. I signed. I received a letter saying they would sign and send back the agreement. They did not. They now say that I breached the agreement. ... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

I was falsely accussed of Sexual Harassment
I was falsely accused of sexual harassment due to a phone call I had with a supervisor asking for advise about whether or not I should write up one of my employees who was displaying rude/unprofession... applies to New York · 3 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

If there is no written policy, can an employer take PTO to make up any hours not worked? For example: An employee comes in an hour late due to a doctors appointment. She does not want to use her PTO but it is taken anyways to ensure she has 40 hours. Is t
No policy about taking PTO if working under 30 hours. Full-time is 36 hours in AZ. One month ago they started taking PTO from employees to put them at 40 hours if they were under without their consent... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

If I change the job description and hours for a position can the current employee grieve the change?
I am restructuring my department and looking into cutting one of my employees from 40 hrs a week to 20. I am planning on offering this new position to the existing employee. Can they grieve this cut t... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

large company demanding unpaid labor from employees; possible class action
I work for a large test-prep company teaching classes for high school students. I am paid as an hourly employee. I took an assignment to proctor an exam for four hours at $10/hr. After accepting the j... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non-compete problem
My company has been taken over and they are closing the New York office and moving select employees to Chicago. I am a VP of sales, but cannot go to Chicago because of elderly parents I must assist to... applies to New York · 1 answer

Stop Payment on a Paycheck
I work for a recruiting firm that the owner of the company was getting evicted from his building is very derogatory to all his employees and leads by intimidation. As of Monday everyone in the office ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Must employer give patent bonuses to laid-off employee?
My employer will be laying off quite a few employees this spring. At our place of employment, any patents we author belong to the company, but we do get a bonus for each one that becomes viable ($1,00... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

epilepsy issue, not promoted to F/T
I work as a Millworks specialist at Home Depot P/T. Been here 11 Mo.s, had an epileptic seizure a couple months ago at work. Went to ER, etc. Being an "official Millwork Specialist" with an opening fo... applies to Arizona · 0 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

Sexual Harrassment and Unemployment
I work for a very small company with 4 employees. The owner of the small company I work for has been looking at porn at work. Every time I move from my desk I see awful images. He sometimes does try t... applies to Illinois · 4 answers

My employer (HR person) stated to my supervisor and others in an email that I had been medically released from my doctor - that all medical limitations had been removed when in fact my doctor had never released me from my restrictions. The email caused me
I teach at a college in south texas - the dean wanted to transfer me from one campus to another without reason to do so. I live close to the campus I was being transferred from - and - 25 miles from t... applies to Texas · 0 answers

is there a law about sexuality discrimination at the workplace pertaining to GLTB?
Working on revised policies - is there a law in Ohio that can be sited in our policy about sexuality preference discrimination or harrassment in the workplace? Any information would be appreciated as ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can e-mail defame when others are included?
I work in Sales. My supervisors boss sent out an e-mail that contained false accusations regarding my performance and copied in several other employyes of the company. I feel that he is entitled to hi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Terminated and Pay Shorted Without Reason Calls Not Returned What recourse do I have
I was recently terminated AFTER attending a required 8AM to10am conf call for what I believe to be a form of retaliation after filing an ethics complaint against my HR Specialist My employer then shor... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Is a 25% owner a HCE
Company A provides management services (management, HR, employees, etc) to Company B. B's share of A's gross receipts is 19%. A is owned 100% by J. B is owned 75% by J and 25% by S. Plan excludes HCE'... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

payweek is thursday to wednesday. if an employee physically works 41 hours and has a holiday making his total hours 49 do they get paid one hour overtime or does the holiday take away ot pay? and its an hourly employee
trying to determine if we have to pay our employees overtime in a week with a holiday . we know the 8 hours for holiday is not at overtime rate but if they have over 40 hours worked in addition to 8 h... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

how t file a discrimination lawsuit when emplyer writes some people for missing work and some they do not
how to file a discrimination lawsuit when my employer writes some employees up for missing work and some they do not applies to Georgia · 0 answers

My question, can I be compensated my reduced hours that fell below the minimum 35 hours, along with
I had to resign. I stated in my letter why and that I'm leaving under a constructive dismissal. I've documented many conversations and can provide nothing was ever done to accommodate medical work res... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can I be terminated for side effects of Prednisone for R.A
I have been employed for a little over a year at a company that is 'number oriented' If you do not make your numbers each month you can be written up and fired. I struggled the first few months but th... applies to Florida · 2 answers

If you are leaving your job, and PTO is to be paid out to you, ow much can they tax on it and does it have to be paid separately from your paycheck or altogether?
Putting in my 2 weeks notice. PTO is to be paid, but former employees have stated that they tax it at a higher rate and that it is then added to your final paycheck. Also, in June and December, they o... applies to Texas · 0 answers

What can I do as an employee when my ex-manager (still with company) handed out extra vacation days
What can I do as an employee when my ex-manager (still with company) handed out extra vacation days (up to 9 days in one case) to some of his favorites before he left? These employees did not not "ear... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Does my employer have to pay me the day after Thanksgiving?
We work in a small office. There are two hourly employees and the doctor here. We are forced to take the day after Thanksgiving as she closes the office. I was told at another employeers office that w... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How can your job terminate you for not being able to return 2 work & do your job duties when u cant
I'm from darlington sc. my doctor took me out of work on sept 26, 2016. I was approved for fmla and short term disability. My job told me that I needed to return to work on January 12, 2017 or they wo... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

humiliation
I recently divorced a supervisor, whom I have children with. After our divorce, she began to date a supervisor in my section. Since I had also injured myself at work, I became seriously depressed abou... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can a company require you to sign 2nd non-compete during continuous employment for longer duration?
I signed a non-compete with a duration of 18 months when I was hired 20 years ago. The company has changed names but not owners since then and just recently it was decided that all employees must sign... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Do you have to sign a non compete after you have been employed with out one signed for 20 years?
My employer is giving me 3 days to sign a non-compete contract. I have been employed with this company for over 20 years. I knew they had these agreements but other employees who signed them were comp... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

In Arizona, are employers required to inform employee of the amount of PTO or paid sick time available on the employee’s paycheck or can they post the information on an employee bulletin board?
Trying to determine what is or is not confidential information in the workplace. My employer post monthly via an employee bulletin board for all to see the amount of PTO and VAC that each employee has... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

12 year employee
I have worked for a major corporation since February 1997. Since June of 2006 I have been a Sunday employee. I transferred to an Antioch location February of 2007 as a Sunday only employee. As of Marc... applies to California · 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

Serverance and discrimination
Our company is going through a RIF and I am eligible for a severence as per the announced policy - 2 weeks of pay for every year worked, with a cap of 8 weeks. The RIF is going to happen on 31st March... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can my PA employer take away 50% of my banked PTO time?
I have been at my employer for 17 years and have over 280 "banked" PTO hours. Company policy has always been that once your regular PTO has been exhausted, you can use your banked time, with the Gener... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

How can I protect my reputatuion from being ruined and cause me to be unemployable in the fututre?
I was fired based on an accusation of alloing students to go through my line without paying for items. I was told that I could not wait on my own children and was written up for it. The second and fin... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I reside in Colorado I worked above and beyond the Call of Duty was never written up was never given a verbal warning or anything I know Colorado is an at-will state employer however they went through a series of layoffs I was asked to give the names of e
Again just to summarize what happened I was laid off I was given a reason of reduction in force and next day probably about 10 people were promoted and converted to full-time employees which I know th... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

I was laid off today...my supervisor cussed me yesterday claiming i wasnt doing my job...i clearly was doing my job but anyway i got cussed at but no witnesses....i had no witnesses so next mornin i snuck into the office and recorded her conversations wit
Been a target at my job for a while...supervisor communicates (gossips) off the job and on the job..i never done any harm to no one inwas a yearly employee that been there for a total of 6 years and a... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

I have been on furlough for 1 month and have been asked to sign a VSP equal to about 1 years salary will this effect my Minneasota unemployment benefits?
I have been on furlough for 1 month so far my employer is asking me to sign a VSP equal to about 1 year salary which I feel compelled to do due to previous VSP offered to other employees. Will my Minn... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Golden Umbrella Insurance
I am considering employment at a small (less than 20 employees) company that is well established (third generation) in Florida but want to insure against business failure. I am interested in a policy ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

How long can an employer tell you you are not allowed to use your vacation time due to staffing issues?
I have a weekend agreement with my company stating that if I work every weekend I get paid $2 more an hour and that I can only take one weekend off every 8 weeks with a request for time off being plac... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Transferring contractor's from one agency to another?
The company that I currently work for is submitting a RFP for a State Contract, and in the RFP the state wants to know how we will handle the contractors that currently work through other Staffing Age... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Position elimination by conference call and no written information is given.
When an employer is eliminating a position are they required to give a written notice of some kind? I'm in Ohio, the company I work for is in another state. We had a conference call in September that ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

What can i do? Do i have a case for wrongful termination or defamation??
I worked for my employer for right at 2 years! Recently business got slow and they kept hiring younger lazy immature ghetto girls because they where cute according to our gm. These girls began to bull... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Rights in Ohio to your Personnel File after leaving.
Myself and others worked for a horrible person. She cannot keep any employees, she defames, pays people incorrectly, etc... Anyways, we are having a hard time finding jobs and we are getting phone cal... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I terminate a probationary employee who is out from injury indefinitely?
I have an employee who is still within his probationary period. He injured himself on a weekend, not at work, and his doctor has put him on indefinite leave. My company cannot be without this particul... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Not quite defamation, but........
I was recently laid off from a white-collar technical position. Immediately after, my ex-boss sent a division-wide email (several-hundred recipients) announcing my layoff and adding his "opinion" that... applies to California · 2 answers

Do I have a case for harrasment and defamation of character
I recently left an organization for several reasons voluntarily, however, due to the culture of the business I felt forced to leave. I live in CO and the organization is in MN. I was harassed by an em... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Is it legal to not pay your employees after filing chapter 11?
My company has filed chapter 11 bankruptcy and told us on our pay day 10/19/18 that they did so and we would not get paid for a week(10/26/18 when we would be paid) but then after that the pay periods... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

State of Ohio.
Put in two weeks notice at former place of employment. Was required to leave immediately since I was on the tech team. Signed paper work that was a copy of my two weeks notice and received pay for the... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Pregnancy discrimination, Arizona
Yesterday, at 33 weeks pregnant and after over 19 months with my company, my employer brought me into his office and terminated my employment effective immediately. He stated that he was going to take... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

What should I be mindful of before I sign any agreement? Any legal recourse on the “random” tests?
Hello I was informed by my coworker that I am being laid off next week in a massive layoff. After questioning the CEO, she informed me that I will be offered a severance of 9 weeks pay, 1 week per yea... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I was terminated a month prior to my 401K vesting date; do I have any recourse?
I was terminated by my employer on November along with several other employees. I will be 59 in January and my anniversary date is December 8. It was implied that the termination was performance relat... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Can a salon owner collect a percentage of services offered in her salon by an independent contractor
I have a tanning, hair, nail and massage salon. The stylists and nail techs are booth renters. The massage therapists are employees being paid a commission for their services. Taxes are withheld. Can ... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

non-compete / lawsuit
My husband 35 years old had a heart attack on the job due to stress he was not allowed by his boss to collect workman's comp. I opened the same type of business as my husbands former employer of 14 ye... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Can a former employer enforce a non-compete?
My former employer is involved in standardized test preparation -- SAT, GMAT, and LSAT. While I was an employee there, I worked exclusively writing GMAT math questions. If I go teach LSAT for another ... applies to New York · 0 answers

Does granting maternity leave depend on the recovery time given by the doctor?
The HR at my wife's job denied her 12 weeks of maternity leave because the health certificate from her Doctor said she will recover in 8 weeks. Her job has more than 50 employees and she has worked at... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I feel retaliation my be in the works. Who should I be contacting what can I do about it?
I have not yet been retaliated against but, I do have a fear of it coming my way. The situation is that I was involved in a company investigation based off of my word versus another. Once that investi... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Can consensual relationships create a hostile work environment?
I was in a consensual relationship with my supervisor. She initiated the relationship and broke it off. Then she started to harass me with threats, undesireable job assignments, unwarranted written re... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

What is the optimal timing to resign from my current job given my relocation repay agreement?
I am under a relocation agreement that reads: Employees are obligated to repay and the Company will seek reimbursement of all monies spent or incurred for the following benefit if the employee termina... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Do I have a lawsuit?
After I disclosed to two managers that I was recently seeking psychological therapy, I was reassigned from a managerial role to a non-defined non-managerial role. This new role was undefined. I also d... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

how do I protect myself - employer accused me of illegal activity
I work for a sales co. The company allows and promotes state agency employees to use specified funds for one purpose to be used for other non-specified items . For example- use software funds - to pur... applies to New York · 0 answers

Fired for signing a union card.
I signed a union card and two days later I was fired. The company first told me I was fired for something that was okay under company policy, then said it was for something two other employees did wit... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for company to revise severance package 1 day prior to announcement of sale?
In our 2018 handbook from Jan it states that if company sales employees will be paid severance. My company announced that they sold to another place on april 2. However now they have simulations on se... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

My son has been accused at work for sexually harrassing a coworker. He has not done this. He is in a relationship with his girlfriend+they are happy. My son is very upset. He's not shared this with anyone. His employer will not allow him back to work or o
Need help directing my son who's been falsely accused of sexually harrassing a female co-worker. He has not done or said anything. His boss has told him to not come back to work until after investigat... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my employer fire me from parking on a public street
Worked for the company for 8 years. I was singled out.. The only one told to park down the public street from the store. Every other employee was fine to park where ever they please except me. So they... applies to California · 1 answer

I've worked for a company for 21 years. Mostly as a supervisor, while working on my computer in a shared file I came across raises and bonuses for all employees. I printed it out to show my new boss. I didn't show no one else. I did how ever wanted to kno
Accused of blackmail in the company regarding a shared file on the company's computer's that I was questioning regarding everyones raises and bonuses. I'm a woman and there are multiple men making alo... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

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

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

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

Do I have grounds for action?
I am leaving my current company due to a better job opportunity and lack of opportunity for growth in my company. However about a year ago I took a voluntary demotion and wonder if I have any grounds.... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Can a public employee who is briefly incarcerated be compensated vacation time while incarcerated?
A Ohio public employeee was arrested and held in jail for domestic violence. He was incarcerated for a brief time that he was scheduled to work. He wants to receive vacation time for the day he spent ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Is it legal to have an exempt salaried employee have to use vacation time even if they put in 40 hr?
If this employee worked 40 hours or more already by Thursday and had asked for a vacation day on Friday, is it right to make them use vacation time for that day off even thought they already worked a ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

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

Is it retaliation when I was fired when my boss found out I was requesting a meeting with her boss?
I was gathering facts relating to my supervisor's job description, possible legal violations relating to fraud and HIPAA. Myself and several other employees were planning on meeting with the superviso... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

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

Is COBRA Option for Employer?
I was terminated from my position less than 30 days ago (not for cause, for failing to meet performance guidelines -- although there were no performance guidelines). My benefits were cancelled three d... applies to New York · 1 answer

How does leaving a company because of rumors of termination affect a non-compete agreement?
My non-compete agreement was not funded. Nor was there any agreements of severance pay if terminated. I heard from my immediate supervisor that they (higher management) had grounds for terminating me ... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

As the owner(s) of a restaurant that has been in business 30 yrs., we lost our lease for the space, the owner wants to remodel the space for something else, can we as the owners collect unemployment?
After 30 yrs., of operation the new building owners decided to remodel the space for something else, we lost our lease. Can we file for unemployment as officers like our employees? applies to Washington · 0 answers

Discrimination
Recently I was an employee for a company. I gave my two week notice and went to a job that I thought was a better offer. I had been with the previous company for three years. They asked me to return s... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I'm being retaliated against for doing the right thing. Is this legal?
I work for a car detail business as the manager. One of my employees is the owners son. He has stolen $800 out of my register in the past 3 months and changes his time to reflect time he didn't work. ... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Is an employer required to give a day off in a regular scheduled workweek?
I am currently working at a retail department store. I was talking with another employee and she stated she was scheduled 14 days in a row without one day off. Is that legal? I told her I thought it w... applies to Oklahoma · 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

I dont know what to do...
I've been with my employer for 4 years this October. Not long after I started my postion in the company which was customer service. I became very ill and had to be off of work due to my illnesses. I f... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

If I sign a severance package - is it binding if they sell this site?
I work for a telecommunications company with 17 employees at this site - 5 of us have been told we are going to be laid off - but we haven't seen the official paperwork. The main company is trying to ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

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 do i go about suing my current employer?
I work for a DVD company that recently suspended me due to rentals on my account that they were never able to collect on due to a closed bank account. I was advised I would be placed on a unpaid suspe... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

retaliation from osha complaint
I filed a complaint against OSHA for unsafe work environment. The employer made the requested changes by OSHA. However, I was hired full time and was then cut to 20 hours a week. We are understaffed, ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

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

Firing employees to not give retention bonus
The company I am working for is outsourcing my job to India. As a part of the layoff, they have offered retention bonuses. I have signed the retention bonus contract. All of a sudden 2 months later, t... applies to Arizona · 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 an employer tell you not to attend work without pay because of the weather?
My employer told only some of the employees not to come to work and if we wanted to get paid for those eight hours we would need to use a vacation day. We were expecting a large amount of snow. The bu... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Termination and Unemployment
After working in a company for 4 years, I was approached by the Executive Director and forced to take another job within the company or be fired. Due to the new job within the company, I was subject t... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can My CA Employer refuse to allow accrued PTO to be used, because their accrual calculations put it over their cap amount
My employer's handbook states the PTO is capped at 40 hrs a year. However, they have been told repeatedly that the calculations they are using in their payroll to apply the accrued PTO each time perio... applies to California · 0 answers

Is my non-compete still enforceable?
I signed a non-compete with a company, but worked for a division of the company, that division has been sold and all the employees had to reapply. Is the non-compete still enforceable? I have not reap... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Wage discrepancies based on Education & Experience
We work at a hospital & we recently found out that an employee in our department, who does not meet the educational requirements for the Technologist position (Bachelors Degree + experience), was hire... applies to Texas · 2 answers

I HAVE AN ABUSIVE EMPLOYEE BUT THE OWNER OF THE COMPANY REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT
I am president ( in title only of a small company (5 employees) . I have one employee who has given me problems for the last year. He now refuses to do anything I ask and has threatened me repeatedly.... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Can I file for unemployment if employer was planning to lay me off and lead me to resign instead?
My company was going through a reorganization and my position was on the chopping block to be dissolved. Work was being taken away from me and employees were not speaking to me. It was miserable for 8... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Can my employer make me sign a no compete agreement that breaches the terms of my contract
My contract specifically states that within the first three years of my employment I can not work with some of the employers customers. After I left my previous job to join this employer, he made all ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Should I pursue a denied PAUC claim for not notifying the company of harassment?
I quit my job for reasons of harassment by my supervisor and filed for unemployment. PAUC denied the claim because I failed to notify my employer. I asked my supervisor repeatedly to stop in the prese... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Do i have a case against my employer?
Here’s the situation. I’ve been at my job for 4 1/2 years. In the last 2 years I have been treated very differently from other employees. I got 2 raises in 4 1/2 years and employees who were hired... applies to California · 0 answers

My company is looking to sell and have said if they don't we will recieving a severance package. Can i deny to work for the new company and collect my severance package?
Company is looking to sell a division of the company to another owner. The company has said they are going to pay severance to employees but didn't make it clear if that's only if we didn't get sold. ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I worked for a city government and placed a 2 weeks resignation and was terminated the same day. I was approved for hire by the city counsel but was told by the mayor that they (counsel) voted to let me go the same day without convening to vote to accept
I was voted in by city council for the job. Shouldn't the same apply to accept my resignation? I feel like it was retaliation for a whistle blowing event about a council who was pressuring me to break... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Dispute of performance review.
Numerous employees (myself included) have received performance reviews with amibiguous and/or untrue statements made against them. During the performance review meetings, management has declined expla... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can an employer take away their employees PTO completely that was earned without paying out the employee
Trying to get information on PTO. Is it legal for an employee to take away PTO completely that was earned without paying out to the employee? applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can a supervisor ask specificaly how many sick leave hours I have taken for my child?
I have requested a transfer to another area that is closer to family in order to have their assistance with caring for my son. My son has a disease which causes him to have frequent reoccurring high f... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can an employer force employees to take accrued PTO for a plant shutdown on short notice?
I have just been informed today June 6th, that I must take off the 1st week in July and the 1st week in August off for a plant shutdown due to a slow down in production. I work in the purchasing depar... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Termination due to retaliation for reporting supervisor
I recently worked for a hospital in my hometown of Paris, Tx and had problems with my supervisor. I called the integrity hotline which the employees were advised to do so if they had problems, the pho... applies to Texas · 1 answer

do i have any legal rights to sue my employer or union
ok after reading all of your answers i understand that hostile work enviroment dosent actually cover a verbally abusive rude disrespectful supervisor but my question is this i filed a complaint with h... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employee or Contractor? Right or Wrong?
I'm a 1099 sub contractor for a company yet I have the position title Vice President. I recently did some work on a Saturday after hours and the President found out about it. My paycheck hasn't cleare... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Do I have a case
I am the only African American on a management team with a 24 X 7 network operations repair center. I work on the 3rd shift or graveyards and I have not been included or CC'd on any management meeting... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Soliciting business from clients
I am an Illinois LLC working as an independent contractor for a N.J. consuting company (X) at a client in Illinois. The contract I signed says: "Contractor shall not, without X's prior written approva... applies to Illinois · 2 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

Are non-competes by an independent contractor with a customer enforceable?
Company provides to customer companies people for secretarial, janitorial, etc. services, and has customers sign an agreement that they will not hire any of the people supplied to them within one year... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I work as an operations manager for a family owned business my employer laid off 5 production workers to save cost and now I am learning he wants to layoff my position and promote my sales manager. This I suspect is happening because his son and I had a d
Current operations manager have only answered to and for owner. Son and I have a disagreement. Now they want to lay me off and replace with my sales manager. Not qualified without further training fro... applies to California · 0 answers

My husband worked for a property management company for 30 years. The son took over for the last 9 years and recently sold as of January 2015. The new management company took over and hired all employees and just cut 24 hours of ny husbands work in one of
Looking for clarification as to whether you can collect unemployment whe you worked for a company for 30 years and they sell it and after 3 months the new company reduces your job and hours to 16 a we... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

How to collect against non-payment of invoices from work performed
I worked as an Independent Contractor for a company in Silicon Valley from end of November until end of April. The last month of April they have not paid me for the work performed and agree that I sho... applies to California · 2 answers

Am I entitled to benefits?
I've been employed at the same place for the past 13 years, the past 9 being in a union position. My current union contract states "Employees hired after 7/1/2003 shall not be entitled to longevity pa... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

They made me test, still did'nt put me in classification.
I started at Goodyear aerospace in 1978. I became a supervisor around 1984. Goodyear was sold to Loral of New York. I was made a manager of production. A project we were working on was V.L.A. This was... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Bonus payment question
My employer has a bonus program that it pays out at the end of every year to reward employees for hard work during the previous year. My employer processed my bonus and it was posted on our payroll si... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Verizon violates it's own Policy
I was suspended from Verizon for 30 days after the last strick. Verizon suspended me for coed of coduct violations. In short my wife was very ill and I did not tell her of my suspension instead choosi... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do we have an discimination case?
I was working at a retail store for 6 yrs & I was a supervisor there for almost 2 yrs. Before I quit, I notice there was major differences in the pay rates. I felt like it was unfair but I didnt say a... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I was recently terminated at a job for cancelling ovetime. I check with other employees and was advised that their supervisor did not punish them for cancelling overtime. Yet I was by my supervisor. Is there anything can do?
Prior to be being let go from my job, my supervisor advised me I can come in for overtime with out signing up without any corrective actions. I just had to let them know that I was coming in. I was st... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

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

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

I work as a temp. Lately my check is short on the hours I work. I have implemented every precautionary measure. I even started taking pictures of the time clock. When my check is short I have to wait another week. Sometimes more. I'm owed over 30 hours ri
What are my legal rights? I'm not the only one she does this too. 1. On payday my hours,are short 2. I have all required paperwork. 3. I have to wait weeks to get my money. 4. My federal taxes aren't ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can a employer cancel health and prescription benifits if a employee is layed off for two months due to lack of work, with the employer knowing emplyee will return in 2 months?
I work for a company who employees me as a Security Officer for a school district. We are layed off in June when school ends and return in September. My question is, can my employer cancel all my bene... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

HELP
I work for a law firm and i asked our office administrator can i see my personnel files and she told me i couldn't see it. That is baffling me because any other firm I have worked at you can see your ... applies to New York · 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

What are my rights if the company is sold and wants me to transfer?
The company was sold, and the employees were told that if transfered to the new company and not laid off, the position that would be offered would be comparable to our current position. Well my entire... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I am a commission paid employee. My employer recently started taking my earned pto time for time I took off work without my permission. Is this legal? Since I'm paid commission my 2 week pay is 100 plus hours. Can my employer take my pto time even though
I've worked for Camping World since 2003. Recently (past 6 months) the company started taking my pto time if I missed a day without me requesting it. This is something new their doing and didn't infor... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Jurisdiction in a non-compete
Hi. I just got blindsided by a company I reped for for 14 years. They basically just sent out a mass email to everyone saying I was terminated and not to talk to me anymore. That's the first I heard. ... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

My supervisor at a hospital thought it was funny when a receptionist asked me to sleep with her in front of others. I told him to stop several times. He went along with other employees. Recently he brought a female to an area that was closed in the hospit
The supervisor has been at the hospital for a long time and is intimidating. When he found out I saw his rendevous he immediately filed harrassment against me for unrelated incident with no complaint.... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

A friend of mine has worked for a non-profit for several years. When they were hired they didn't hold back 2 weeks pay. Now they are telling all employees that they are going to be withholding 2 weeks pay from their checks before the end of June. Is this
legal in Louisiana to withhold 2 weeks pay after you have worked for the company for several years? They did not withhold 2 weeks pay when hired. Now they are telling the whole staff that they need to... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Can a per diem employee be required to request time off..
I am a RN working for a home care agency in Florida. I am a per diem employee. I make my own schedule and work as many or as few hours as I chose based on personal preference and the needs of the agen... applies to Florida · 0 answers

I was told i smelled of alcohol and was terminated! I was not drinking nor was I drunk at work! I am a bartender! It could have been spillage from the day! I wasn't breathalyzed or anything! Can I fight this? I have never been wrote up either!
I was taken into the office my my two bosses who claimed I smelled of alcohol. I am a bartender! I wasn't drinking nor was I drunk! I explained I had a few drinks the night before! My boss the said it... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

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

Unlawful practices or ??
I have currently been employed at the same establishment for nearly 8 years. About three years ago new management took over and they have found every way to make my time at work miserable. It clear st... applies to Ohio · 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

My employer lied to me during the interview about getting health insurance.
During my interview my company in Santa Cruz, CA told me that health insurance would be included in my compensation package. After I started work they told me that they were changing companies and I w... applies to California · 0 answers

Am I due backed compensation?
I currently work for a company in the construction industry obviously hurting with the current economy. My employer gathered all "salaried" employees and forced us to sign a form "volunteering" to tak... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

My employer offered full retirement benefits @ 85 points ( age + years employed) We have a bargaining agreement. In later negotiations the bargaining unit negotiated and the contract passed and included a change in the full retirement age to 65. Only cert
Hired: Jan 5, 1987 85 points reached Jan 5, 2015 @ age 57 Only certain employees were offered to be grandfathered Full retirement now is 65 years of age applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

bumping rights
a co-worker and I were both started in our positions at the same time. we are both local government employees. This new position required me to switch to another employee union. His job is now being e... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

can my boss fire me for being sick
I am a single Mom and my boss fires any one who calls in sick even if you have to go to the hospital .I work as a caregiver alone 24 hr shifts I hae an abcessed tooth ans d swo;;en would not let e me ... applies to Oregon · 1 answer

19 year old without any work exp. was hired as assistant manager because mother is manger at another location( Dollar Tree Store) is this legal?
The Daughter of a Dollar Tree Store Manager was hired at our location as a cashier, after 3 months she was promoted to assistant manager, she had the least exp. of all the employees at that location .... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Unemployable in a business I 've done for 18 yrs. because of a non compete
Are non compete's legal in the state of Arizona? I have been let go from previous employer and now want to start my own co. I am unemployable for 8 months according to my contract in the pool industry... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Promoted to a permanent position from contractor, but no emplyment contract yet.
I worked for my current employer as a contractor from and agency then was direct hired by the company. I asked for an offer letter or employment contract stating my new salary and benefits (all perman... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Does my employer have to hold my job when out on Maternity Leave?
Due to complications during pregnancy I was put out of work by my doctor 6 weeks before my actual delivery. I delievered by C-Section, and therefore am entitled to 8 weeks disability after delivery. I... applies to New Jersey · 2 answers

What should be the rule when a company has locations in different states and accrued vacation
is in question? I work for a company headquarter based in Cincinatti, Ohio and I worked out of Baltimore, Maryland. They refused to pay me vacation pay but have admitted that accrude vacation was paye... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

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

Non-compete demanded signed or terminated-after signing benefits and salary are cut.
After ten years of employment my employer demanded that I sign a non-compete contract or I would be terminated in one week. Two months after signing the non-compete employees were forced to pay monthl... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Can an employer in Kentucky legally dock an employee pay for being late.
Can an employer in Kentucky legally dock an employee pay for being late. I am a small company with 10 employees. applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Should I sue for severance pay?
After 22 months of service I was laid off along with 5 other employees with no notice. There reason allocation of staff due to budget problems. They let go of the Nurses with the least amount of time.... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Was this fair is there something I can do about this situation?
Hello I was fired from my job last night. I told the assistant manager If I could com into work at a later time which was supposed to be 7:30. I was running later and I didn't walk into work until 8. ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can the company be notified 3 years later of multiple office affairs that took place during working
I recently was notified by the spouse of my husband's former co-worker, that my husband had an affair with his wife, and well as multiple affairs while working at this company. Apparently it was commo... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Got severance, denied unemployment. Can I win?
I am being denied unemployment because the company has stated that I was discharged, but I was told I was laid off. -I worked for a subsidiary company in with 65 employees with a much larger parent co... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

If a company has employees in Wi. but headquartered in Mn. Does that company pay into the unemployme
I worked for a staffing service with offices in Wi. Their corp. headquarters was located in Mn. I filed unemployment in Wi. (where I live) the state of Wi. paid me. Then later I received notice that I... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Can I prove my non compete was added after my termination?
I recently left a job where the non compete agreement that had previously been in the employee manual had been removed by the owner at the time I signed the manual acknowledgement. Unfortunately I don... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

my employer reduced my FT hours to 25 and mandates I use 5 hours vacation pay to make up difference for my benefits, is this legal in Ohio?
My employer today informed all employees that they are cutting back hours to 25, this leaves a difference of 5 hours now to qualify for benefits, they are mandating us to use 5 hours of vacation each ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

i am transgendered and my direct supervisor constantly miss genderes me in front of other employees?
I am transgendered female to male and my direct supervisor constantly miss genders me in front of other co-workers and the public. she does it when i am there and also when I am not present. I complai... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Is it discrimantory if a person was terminated for poor performance and offered severance, then a month later a second employee in the same role was terminated for the same reason but not offered severance?
Is there a case for discrimination if an two employees were terminated in the same role a month apart for poor performance and one received severance and the other did not. Could the employee that did... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Reimbursement of paid benefits?
I have been employed for a company for close to two years. After Christmas break I did not return to work because of medical issues. They kept me on the hook until today, 3/18/19. I sent a letter of r... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Discrimination?
Hi MEL, 2 years ago I was laid off from company ABC. Now company XYZ, is a vendor for company ABC. XYZ hired me and notified ABC of this in August. My start day with XYZ was Oct 10. On Oct 13, ABC let... applies to California · 1 answer

Possible discrimation- take the severance anyway?
I was recently laid off after 7 years of employment (manager position for 4), I was told my position was being eliminated due to restructure. I was a manager of dept. of 4 employees. I am a 43-year ol... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

If I am laid off prior to earning my retention bonus, am I elgible for both retention and severance?
I am an at will employee for a company back east. The company is closing down Phoenix, AZ operations. At the announcement of the operations closing I was asked to stay on through the closing process a... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

do I have a case for wrongful firing
I am a F&B supervisor who has been working 10-13 hours a day and doing work above my title, in the last month I was asked to join corporate weekly meetings. they hired a new gm. I went to work yesterd... applies to Nevada · 2 answers

Two pay cuts within a year
I was making $20/hr and took a $2 pay cut about 8mos ago and just last friday (7-9-2010) i and other employees were confronted with $4/hr or more in pay cuts. Most accepted right away, but i didn't an... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Does laying off employees at the same time under different terms qualify as discrimination?
On 12/2 I received notice that I was being laid off and that 12/13 would be my last day (two weeks notice, effectively). On 12/4 I received a company-wide email announcing layoffs at our Philippines o... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Internal auditor fired for internal audit findings, being disabled, and being on FMLA.
I was an internal auditor at a non profit receiving federal funds. I believe I was fired as a result of defamatory remarks conveyed to sponsors by a staff member regarding my performance as a result o... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Missed Holidays while on Intl Travel
Last year I did a fair amount of international travel for my employer (~120 days). As a result, I was abroad and working for 8 of the 9 published US holidays in our employee handbook. When I asked for... applies to New York · 0 answers

Can my employer reduced my sick time?
All full time employees have been receiving 48 hours of sick time a year. We were just informed that as of July 1 it was reduced to 40 hours of sick time a year. 24 paychecks a year, two hours sick ti... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I thought a 1 year limit to file was not enforceable & was a remedy limit against my 2 year statue
In an Article on this site i read: However, limits on the number of interrogatories and depositions and a one year limitations period for filing a claim did not render an agreement unenforceable, at l... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Discrimination by Gender
My department has 6 employees: Manager, Asst. Manager, and analyst (all 3 are men). The other 3 analysts are women. Our company just went through a layoff and all the women in my department were laid ... applies to California · 1 answer

When is Overtime pay at a driving school required?
I am employed by a commercial driving school that has 15 employees. We instruct the students in classroom and in the car behind -the -wheel. My question pertains to overtime pay. At what point am I en... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

I was terminated from my job yesterday for bad attitude and poor work. I was told everyday that I was improving and making progress (I always wanted to know how I was doing and what I could do better) . No complaints from guests or employees. I asked 2 of
My supervisors knew that I was aware that they weren't following rules stated by the law of ohio. when I asked for a handbook I was terminated within hours. I was still in my 90 day period. No proof o... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

my employer listed a bonus on my last paystub but refuses to give me the actual bonus check due to my resignation. is this legal?
I recently resigned from my employer of two years. When I went to pick up my last check I was told that employees who had been with the company for over a year had received a bonus but those who had r... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

How should I proceed with employer's retaliation & false theft claim?
My employer put me on a 2 week unpaid suspension, claiming I mishandled $1,800 3 months ago, while they investigate! The week prior, I had disputed their assessment that my employees would not get a b... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Hi, my old employer disclosed to a complete stranger that I filed for unemployment. I feel like that is illegal and unethical at least. Did he break any laws by doing this?
Hi, my old employer disclosed to one of his new employees that I filed for unemployment after I left that job. I feel like that is illegal and unethical at least. Did he break any laws by doing this? applies to California · 0 answers

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

As a Salaried-Non Exempt Employee am I entitiled to the overtime that I have worked?
I have been labeled as Salaried-Non Exempt for the last year and labeled as a field service supervisor. I have been paid a salary based upon 40 hours a week for the last year. I have been physically w... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

non compete in Pa.
I own a staffing company and hired a key employee,who wasn't so key appx.15 years ago. The company started out as a 3 person operation. The PERSON was in charge of human resources and responsible for ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

laid off prior to plant closing, do I get severance pay
I have a question. I know there is no guidelines on Severance pay. But our plant-- Techneglas just closed. We had a contract, which states we will get severance pay. My question is: Is employees who w... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I be terminated from a new position that I've already started, for failing a pre-employ procedur
I tested positive on a pre-employment drug test, but by the time the test came back, I had started working (HR did not notice/act in a timely way) and I received 2 paychecks. Since they made the mista... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

I have a signed non-compete. I believe that the employer has broken one of the covenants. Is it still enforceable
The covenant that was broken is the compensation portion at the time of termination. The covenant stated that it was due at the time of termination and it has not been paid. It is now 2 months later. ... applies to Ohio · 0 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

Do I have any legal rights?
I am a School Psychologist Associate who has worked with an Ohio ESC for 7 years, contracted for 6. Up until this year, I have been an exemplary employee with several high remarks from districts and v... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

If an employer has a vacation cap policy but have chosen not to enforce it for several years can they suddenly decide to take an employees accrued vacation away?
I am employed by a company that has just been bought out by another company. I have accrued vacation on the books that is over the vacation policy cap of my original company. They have chosen not to e... applies to California · 0 answers

Question about relocation/termination rights
My position at a high tech company is being relocated to another state (From CA to TX), and I've been offered a full relocation benefits package. However, I don't have the means to relocate (just purc... applies to California · 1 answer

Privacy/Health Information Ilegally accessed.
I am an employee at a hospital where I also recive my healthcare. One of my employees has accessed my medical records over 200 times (report provided my medical software). I also found another employe... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Discriminatoin
Thank you for your response to my question concerning the disrimination of employees and commission. Unfortunatly I was correct that when I went into work today for confronting him that I would be ter... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

severance & retention bonuses when company is sold
I work for a company, in NC, that announced it would be winding-down their operations over the next 4 years. This company A is a wholly owned subsidiary (LLC.) of company B. I am technically an employ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can my employer make me resign?
I had a simular question but this one is slightly diffrent. I am employed and have been empoled for 10 years, in a company of 20 employees. In december i had to use my my disability insurance for a me... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I was hired to be a inside sales manager for a start up company 3 people. People were hired and fired before I could start to manage them so I did the selling for the company for 10 years alone. Last year my Boss asked if I thought it was time for him to
I was trusted with office duties and interviewing (not hiring) for years. I was told the black male hired "related" better to the other black employees. (My boss wouldn'd let me relate. He put me down... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Overtime?
I am an hourly employee. The auto dealership I work for has a policy, which I have never seen, stating that all overtime must be approved by your department's manager. I'm not sure if that policy is l... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My employer gave me a 30% pay cut after 3 months back at work after having a stroke. Is that legal?
The company I work for is at max 10 employees. I had a stroke and was gone for 4 months before going back to work. I'm grateful they kept my position open but now 3 months later they cut my pay of 30%... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Overtime for orientation meeting
If an employee works 37 hours and attends a meeting for 6 hours, are we required to pay him overtime for the 3 hours (40 regular and 3 overtime). All employees had to attend an orientation for 6 hours... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

If I was suspended Friday pending review of the situation, and I turn in my resignation Monday morning , effective immediately, can my employer tell a potential future employer, I was terminated (I work in MN)
Professional in healthcare - salaried at 150k per year . Supervisor has said it could still take a week or so to get things sorted. If they find I was at fault , and suspension is warranted , they wil... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

is there anything i can do?
i have been working for acompany for almost a year now they are based out sd but i work for them in a shop in ia. i am always being degraded and never given a chance to learn my job. my boss and his f... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Employee rights when caught or accused of stealing
Ok at my work place recently have been a string of thefts.Money from purses,a pair of shoes... I narrowed it down to a time frame.Weekends and around times school kids worked. There are no cameras in ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

company paid holidays
My Husband has worked for his employer for over 12 years. They aren't a corporation but a small company. He gets 6 paid holidays a year. These are the Federal recognized holidays. He works a Monday - ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Non-dsicretionary bonus for attrited employees
The company I work for has a non-discretionary bonus program for nonexempt staff - a performance based set of calculations to determine the bonus. The company is 6+ months behind in payments even thou... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

My ex-employer has been complaining about having to pay my unemployment costs after letting me go.
I got laid off from my job and was at first, denied unemployment. I appealed and I won. I am currently receiving benefits and have been contacted by multiple old co-workers that my old boss consistent... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

What are grounds for defamation and slander from my boss?
I was just let go from my job in Michigan. Before i took the job i recieved an anonymous text, leter finding out it was the boss' soon to be ex girlfriend, stating he does not like to pay his employee... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

can my previous employer deny me severance pay after stating i would receive it?
i was part of a mass layoff empployees were told they would be paid a severence package approx 390 were paid i was not i was told because i took a job with another milk company i was being denied i fo... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Question about racial slurs in the workplace
My question involves other employees' use of racial slurs in the work place. I work at a widely known bank who, I'm sure has policies against this type of behaviour. Yesterday, employee A, says someth... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I have been with my company for 23 years and have written policy and there was a presedensce of former employees receiving severance. Our policy states that we receive one weeks pay for each year work if I retire, quit with at least 2 week notice, laid of
I work for a union office collecting members dues and was promised this severance package and also have it in writing in our policy. There is only myself and another employee left that were hired unde... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer offered a severance and gave me 14 days to sign it. I was 42 at the time. Is it true that employers are legally required to give you 21 days to sign a severance if employee is over 40 years old?
Company hq located in Mason, OH but I live in Chicago, IL. They offered me a severance that said I had to sign and return in 14 days. I had 2 close family members die in the same week and then had a p... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Gender-biased Discrimination
I am an Executive Director of Marketing at an entertainment company and have been with the company for 2 years. I am the only woman in the senior management and the company is predominantly male. Sinc... applies to California · 4 answers

What is my obligation, when informed that a mistake in my favor was made on paid time off?
I have been informed that my paid time off was calculated at the wrong rate for 10 years. During that time, I only used vacation I was told I had. I was assured multiple times that the rate was correc... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Can an employer lay you off and call you back for partime?
My husband was with company for 6 years. He was out for 3 weeks with an eye injury not job related. The company layed off supervisors and other employees that 3rd week. When returned to work on Monday... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have any legal recourse?
This past week I received an invite to participate in a class action lawsuit against a Senior living community. When I resigned from there in September 05 there was a management meltdown--lots of empl... applies to California · 0 answers

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

employment offer
I recently left a small firm due to the unethical dealings of the president. When I took the position with the company, I was promised in an "Employment Proposal" the following; "...would like to thin... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my company make me use the restroom during my rest/break time?
Company in California with over 1000 employees. I work 8 hours a day and 40 hours a week. Our policy states we get two rest period of at least 10 minutes and no more than 15 minutes if we work over 6 ... applies to California · 0 answers

Can my boss not pay me all the vacation time my paystub shows I've earned upon me quitting with a 2
I gave my employer a 2 week notice. I have 40 hrs of vacation available on my paystub. It was given to me 4 mths ago when I hit my 3rd year of employment. My boss is now telling me that I won't get th... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Are lead employees allowed to discuss the conduct of their subordinate to a 3rd party that is family? The family member of the lead has had a friendship with employee that ended badly. For the past year the ex friend has repeatedly spoken back and forth w
The Dept Lead ( in this case a step above supervisor) has openly discussed ,with his daughter, the conduct of his subordinate. The daughter and subordinate has a long friendship that ended poorly. The... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

About Unemployment
our company just took over where I work, I am asst Food Service director, because I have medical restrictions on lifting over 20 pounds, I had to have a conference call, they clarified on paper as a a... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Overtime for salary
When my pay was changed from hourly to salary I was verbally told it would be based on a 45 hour work week but would be paid overtime on a quarterly basis for time work over 45 hours. Over the past fe... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

Was hired in augurs 2018. 30 days later was told all employees would be let go due to being bought out in 60 days. Stayed working to help out due to people finding other employment and quitting to hopefully find work. Was called into office telling me the
Got job in auguest 30 days later told that everyone loses jobs in 60 days Stayed to help out and hopefully find employment Told to go to bosses office to be falsely accused. Management change how keys... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

My company acquired a company that starts in the middle of a week. They will go over 40 hours but on separate payrolls. Do they still qualify for overtime?
We have a full asset acquisition effective 9/1/16. The acquired company stated that their employees have been working long hours the last three day under there own company payroll and want to know if ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

My employer thought I was on drunk or stoned all because I cut bread to thin.
He then proceeded to tell me to go home for the second time. And to shut the fuck up. Not once did he ever drug test me. I was working doing my thing everytime he asked me to leave. There is no HR at ... applies to California · 0 answers

No severance because of job offer
The company I worked for was sold. I was on a list of transferred employees and offered a job. The offer said comparable employeement and benefits. They were not comparable the benefits were HMO and I... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

UNPAID MANDATORY MEETINGS
Is it legal for an employer in MD to require us to attend UNPAID MANDATORY MEETINGS during our lunch hour? I have a full-time job with hourly pay. For the past year, every two weeks, my employer has r... applies to Maryland · 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

Employment Contract Restrictive Covenant
I work for an IT Consulting firm. The contract that I signed upon taking the position contains a Restrictive Covenant that, in turn, contains a section stating that: during my employment and for a per... applies to Ohio · 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

Job elimination or discrimination
I've been told that my position is being eliminated (I'm the only black female office manager) since the 401(k) is being outsourced and we recently changed brokers (mind you this in not the first time... applies to California · 1 answer

Is it legal to take away vacation time for not completing ridiculous mandatory overtime requirements?
My wife is with a company that has mandatory overtime requirements of 8-10 hours per week on a consistent basis. It seems to me they are just avoiding investing in more employees to cover the work the... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I was a truck driver for a company hauling steel. I was hit by the steel the customers were unloading causing a head injury on February 28, 2018. I returned to work on September 25, 2018. I was denied the chance to drive again and given an office job. The
On February 28, 2018 while being unloaded I was hit by a piece of steel. I was knocked down and hit my head and my left leg was broken also. They told me they could not get the video from the customer... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is major depression covered under the Amerians with Disabilities Act
Met life denied my STD claim for stress/depression. The deaths of two close relatives within 30 days of each other (preceeded by multiply stressful life events in the last year) caused my depression s... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Not getting paid for on-call emergency overtime from Employer
I work for a Home Medical Company or DME company. All service technicians are required to work after hours emergency on-call if a patient or doctor's office call us with a emergency. We were getting o... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Rules for Salary employees regarding overtime
Dear Mel, A couple of questions: 1. If I have a business meeting in the middle of the day can my employer deduct the travel time from my hours worked? 2. I work for a nonprofit agency as an exempt emp... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Age discrimination in lay off selection?
I was recently laid off after 12 years of service. The reason given to me was "cost cutting", the company did lay off other directors and senior directors. I was senior manager. On the explanation giv... applies to California · 1 answer

Does an employee get an extra week of vacation?
I work for a small company in Nevada and have an employee that has been with the company about 5 years doing payroll and other accounting functions. When she was hired she negotiate 3 weeks of vacatio... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Telling perspective employers that I threatened to kill my supervisor
Can a former employer tell a perspective employer that you made threats against other employees. I was terminated from a job after 5 years. I was given an exit interview at HR. Shortly after that I wa... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my position be eliminated and the company have a temporary person perform the same duties?
A coworker's position was eliminated but the company has three contract employees on site doing the same job with the same title. Additionally, my position (there were two positions) was eliminated. H... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Is it legal for a company to make you put your SCA pay in a 401k instead of giving it to you on your bi-weekly check
Is it legal for a company to make you put your SCA pay into a 401K if you don't take out their insurance. They won't allow SCA pay to go on my bi-weekly check. But the new employees have that option. applies to Louisiana · 0 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

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 a case
my name is Liz and this is a thing that happened to me. I was walking towards the door getting ready to go to lunch counting my money to see if i had enough money to see if i had enough money for a ha... applies to West Virginia · 0 answers

Can a company give me a document letting me know I will get severance and then later tell me I wont?
Hello The company I worked for filed Chapter 11 in April 2001. They let go of almost half of the employees with a severance package. Each month or two after that, they continued to lay people off and ... applies to New York · 1 answer

non-solicitation enforcement
I signed a non-soliciataion agreement in Jan 1996. I resigned from the company in May 2005 after commisions ad territories were cut. The Non-solicitation agreement came to several sales employees seve... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can an employer choose when to give you the money you earned for PTO?
I earned paid time off and decided to use it for vacation with the approval of my employer. However, I didn't receive that money with the paycheck right before I went on vacation, and when I asked if ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do Hispanics have civil rights in PA?
Do Hispanic employees have the same civil rights as everyone else regarding discrimination due to race, religion and or illness? For example: #1 Can a Hispanic employee be denied a promotion, demotion... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

current poolicy - FT employee is working over 30 hrs could this be changed to 36 hours just for 1 de
non-profit residential facility for developmentally disabled - we have state mandated ratios to be met to care for our individuals. Current policy states a PT employee can work up to 29 hrs each week ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I receive compensation and damages if I was the only one punished for a new policy?
This occured over three weeks. Week 1, my employer sent out a text message saying the tardiness of the staff will not be tolerated and being late will lead to a one week suspension. Week 2, I was late... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Can an employer use PDO without employees' consent to give a full 40 hr/wk paycheck?
I work for a company that will use accrued PDO to give a full paycheck if you miss a day. So, if I only work 24 hours, they will take 16 of accrued PDO to give a full 40 hr/wk paycheck. This is the on... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Legal action for a boss who violated a confidential conversation and has now created a very host
I am in management... A department head at a retirement village and I had an employee come to me with the concern / complaint regarding 2 other department heads... 1 of these is my counter-part at wor... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Should I sue my former employer for unpaid commission? Should this be a class action?
I worked 6 years for a merchant serives business. I was paid a "signing bonus" which was an advance of the first year's commission. The commission was viewed as earned after 12 months of processing. T... applies to New York · 0 answers

Can my employer cut my benefits if I fall under 40 hours if they do not provide enough work?
I work for an out source company based in Florida that does contract work for hospitals all over the United States. I work as a remote coder from home and I live in Virginia. In the past few months we... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Our employee gave us a notice that his last day would be September 5th. September 5th was a Holiday. He gave us all the keys and office documents back on Friday the 2nd. We don't require that our employees give us a two week notice. Do we pay him for Sept
On August 22nd in the afternoon, he gave a notice that his last day would be September 5th. I have already paid him for his hours including Friday September 2, 2016. I also have paid him his earned va... applies to California · 0 answers

Is it legal for my employer to change commision structure without telling sales people?
I worked as a car salesman at a local dealer for 9 years. Over the last 3 years i noticed my commisions were going down. I was told by an office employee that our "pack" was raised, when i asked for a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Making a Salaried + bonused employee pay for the deductible of an at fault accident
I work for a company that distributes pop. At our company our sales team get a salary and bonuses if they hit certain goals. Our sales rep’s place orders, drive the truck, and deliver the product. M... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Cannot get over death at work
On Oct. 13, this year an employee that works with my wife had a heart attack and fell in the floor. No supervisor was there and the office was locked. there is no address on the building. My wife call... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Was I wrongfully terminated? What should I do?
During the course of my employment a new supervisor was hired. She was still training during my 1 year review, which went excellent and had no negative marks on it. Shortly after her training was fini... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Can I be fired while on Long Term Disability
I was a Manger of Audit for a fortune 34 publicly traded company here in Atlanta Georgia. I was fired after a year of being on Long Term Disability after being completely disabled and incapacitated (D... applies to Georgia · 0 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

Employer can't meet payroll obligations
I am a salaried professional in a small (less than 10 employees) company (LLC). My employer could only meet 1/2 of the payroll obligations last month (for 2 pay periods) and 0 of the obligation thus f... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I would like to know is it legal for a company to demote you without telling you exactly why you been demoted and the position they want to give you is nearly a 50% pay cut. Just out of the blue my area manager told me I was getting demoted and to this da
I'm a contracted site manager for this company that works for a fruit and vegetable plant. Past month employees have been damaging equipment via water or dropping items. Which is completely out of my ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

What are my competitive civil service rights when a title is eliminated but not the job?
I am a NY competitive civil service p/t employee of a school district for three years.I been waiting for a f/t position but was overlooked a couple of times. An employee left and instead of offering m... applies to New York · 1 answer

Was I wrongfully terminated, or do I have a case?
Description: Employer found out that my roommate and I were living together, and told us that either she had to move out, one of us had to transfer, Quit, or be fired. It was not possible for either o... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can an employer give some employees severance pay and not others?
My husband is being terminated from his position with a company he has worked 28 years for. The entire shop is being terminated and they are outsourcing the work to another company that they have talk... applies to North Carolina · 0 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

Company was sold on Jan. 30th my anniversary date was on feb 6th. I didn’t not get any vacation time that I earned within almost that year. Can the company do that? Shouldn’t the company have paid me at least what I earned from last feb. to Jan. 30th
The two companies are nursing homes. We are union and employees did not lose seniority. But unless your anniversary date fell before the new company took ownership on Jan. 30th you did not get vacatio... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer had been drinking heavily on the day in question. He messed with breakers causing my order not to go through to the kitchen. After 20 mins I asked where it was and the food was never made. My boss gave me two options; I could either pay for th
I repeatedly checked in the kitchen to see if the food was up and I was told that the ticket never came up. Tom had already been drinking and belligerent to other employees at that point.I went to che... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

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

I was told by my employer a day ago to look for a new employment for no call no show and I asked employer if I was fired and was told once again to look for a new employment and not understanding if I was being terminated for no call no show I felt confus
Was being told to look for a new employment,embarrassing me in front of other employees with an aggressive tone of voice and felt disrespected and humiliated and completed my work sheet duties and for... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

If i put in an 2 weeks notice and within my notice the company shut down, should i be eligible for servance pay if the company closed down and all other employees received severance pay
I was denied servance pay within my 2 weeks notice and the company shut down. Should i be eligible for servance pay applies to Mississippi · 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

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

Fired for filing workers compensation claim
My husband was hired at a small company less than 8 employees. He went to the dr. and was told he had carpal tunnel. He then went back to work & told his employer he wanted to file a workers compensat... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can a person collect unemployment if they quit their job after not getting paid for 2 pay periods?
employer who hasn't paid her or other employees for two pay cycles, claiming that he is waiting for a check from a client. My sister-in-law is an hourly employee (not on a set salary), and her pay per... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my employer change my start date so I don't earn the amount of vacation I would've earned if they they kept my original start date?
I original worked full-time as a salaried employee, then went part-time for some a few years, then they offered me back a full-time salaried position. Note that I have been in the same position the en... applies to Iowa · 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

Employee hareassert to a costumers
I was shopping with my friend we got a cart for both of us I had an employee follow me around the store I told friend I would buy baby a toy he was fussy so she walked out the store I had put my makeu... applies to California · 0 answers

The nursing home I have worked at for 25 years was bought and I lost over 350 PTO days. Is that legal?
I have worked at this nursing home for 25 years. I had over 700 hours of PTO. I do not carry short or long term disability because of the amount of hours that I have. The nursing home was bought and w... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Contract pay
I am a contract worker for an out-of-state company "A" that provides contract service for a major corporation "B". The job offer received from "A" in 1999 defined that holiday and vacation would be pa... applies to California · 1 answer

Employee Surveillance/ Monitoring
I am a fairly new employee (private company) and I believe that I am being monitored by management as well as other employees on the same level as myself. I have overheard conversations discussing my ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is it against the law for an employer to ask me if I needed a day off for mental health?
I recently resigned from a job in corrections. I was under investigation for inmate/staff relationship, and accused of doing acts while working. This is false, I admit that I was probably flirty but, ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

should non-competes be identical for identical workers?
my non-compete with my employer restricts me from working in 2 counties. The same non-compete with similar workers (seniority job description, work performed, territory, pay, access to confidential in... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

I work in the billing department at a small private Physician's Office. We have a very large amount of patients that have credits on their accounts from overpaying back to 2016 and we were told we are not allowed to send letters out notifying them of thei
We think our supervisor is "Shady," because we aren't allowed to send letters out notifying these patients that they have credits. I was also told about 6 years ago, this supervisor had another lady i... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

what if there are fewer than 15 employees?
I have been subjected to various forms of discrimination over the course of my employment from my boss and finally decided to give my written notice to him, in which I stated that unless I received so... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

can i sue my employer or co worker for continued subjection to a vulgar video at work
a co worker was told not to be on you tube during work. I told my supervisor what the co worker was watching at work. a pornographic rock video that was vulgar and disgusting. the co worker was advise... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can my employer suddenly force employees to take a cash payout at a reduced rate so they can reduce their liability? And if we don't take the 50% reduced rate we lose the accrued PTO.
Can our employer force us to take a cash payout if our accrued PTO balance at 50% reduction. If we choose not to take a reduced amount we have 2 years to use it but we lose the PTO balance if we separ... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Can I Sue Old Employer for damages to Income?
Hi, My question is based on a non-compete injunction that is coming to keep me from working for a new employer. You need a little history to understand the complex issues of this case. Three years ago... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my severance benefit be stopped if I receive another job?
I work in retail management. My store is closing, and I have been offered severance benefits. I made the decision to move to Orlando and, at least at first, will be working part time at Disney World. ... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Purposely misclassified as independent contractor and then constructive termination?!
I think I was purposefully misclassified as an independent contractor. I had a verbal agreement to work 40 hours a week. The business was doing so poorly that they could barely offer me 8 hours a week... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Can I sue McDonald’s for wrongful termination and defamation
I was an employee at McDonaId’s. I was accused of making sexual advancements towards other employees which, is completely untrue. I have never disrespected any female employee, let alone any of my c... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Obligations to repay sign-on (relocation) bonus in Washington State
I received a sign-on bonus for the implied purpose of relocation to join my employer in Washington State. My offer letter stated that if I did not stay with the company for 1 year that I would need to... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Does the employer have the last say in what are reasonable accommodations? I'm returning from ADA leave of 6 months(HR policy allows for up to 2 years), but requesting accommodations before I return. I gave many options for time flexibility (psychologist
I have requested several accommodations for a mental health & other related disorder for my return from an extended leave (falling within my employer's leave policy-past FMLA). Because I had so much m... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Asked to work while off the clock
I work for a relatively new company who requires it's employees to do their own "marketing" or advertising. This is done thru handing out materials and flyers to area businesses and placing flyers on ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can one be forced into a new role when the position is eliminated?
My employer of 15+ years usually provides options when a position is eliminated: to relocate to another department of their choice or to leave with a severance package. However, they are not offering ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

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 have a cba and am contracted as a operating engineer, my cab states that i can receive separation pay if i am laid off, I have been outsourced to another contracting company, am I eligible for separation pay even though I still work at the same site at
contracted by a company for 4 years, company is not renewing their contract and are being replace by another company. We were laid off by the first company and offered jobs by the new company. Can we ... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Constructive discharge due to hostile work place
I resign from my job last week. To be more realistic I feel as though i was forced to quit on my own. I felt oppressed,and intimated in many different ways . Under my old supervisor management five gi... applies to California · 2 answers

Failed settlement clauses, discrimination, retailiation
This question will be somewhat lengthy because I read over many of your sample complaints and noticed a constant appeal to more information =). I'm a hearing impaired individual and wear two hearing a... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

I worked for a health care facility in Florida and resigned due to being treated poorly by supervisor and felt age discrimination and the company owed me 50 hrs of PTO and they are refusing to pay saying because I didn't give 2 week notice they aren't goi
Resigned as felt age discrimination and was treated disresptfull while others younger employees were treated great. They are now saying they will not pay me my earned 50 hrs of PTO due to I didn't giv... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is it leagal for a corporation to claim a false exception to avoid paying overtime?
My husband's company(He is a diesel mechanic for Swift Transportation) Told him they do not pay overtime. Is that legal? I know this illegal with the exception of a few situations. The CEO claims one ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can an employer cut my final pay down to minimum wage
Can an employer cut my final pay down to minimum wage if I do not provide them with a 2 weeks notice? Our employee orientation book states that we do not have to provide a 2 weeks notice. The employer... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Promised Benefits
Despite the year long posting of our holiday payment schedule (we are only paid for Independence day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's), my boss has decided not to pay for Christmas or New Year'... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was demoted from my supervisor job when I went in to tell them I was going to have to have my 3rd hernia surgery. My boss wanted to do it right then but human resource said they would pay me supervisor pay until I come back then I have to go back to flo
Prudential our short and long term disability. My company was being bought out while I was out. My human resource called on a Tuesday and said they had to have all the doctors notes from my doctors be... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

Can I sue my employer for requiring me to go to work when I am sick providing a doctor's note?
I was reprimanded for calling off work because I was sick and I even provided them a doctor's note. I was told by human resource that I should have shown up for work anyways even if I was going to be ... applies to California · 2 answers

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

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

if we agree to cut our hours due too low revenue, we are forced to use vacation time
Due to low census, at times we are asked to cut our hours. Previously we were allowed to take a NO PAY DAY. Now, if we take a cut in hours they want us to use our vacation time. Those who have used th... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Am i a case of Discrimination ans/Wrongful Termination?
My former employer is a privately owned convenience store with 5 (going on 6) Gast stations+A tire shop+ A Comfort Inn; all of which have different business licensing but are ultimately the same compa... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

Hello, I had just graduated and had 10 months w very light experience w a very low level of responsibility at one client. I was an intern to entry level employee. I signed a non-compete for only one month’s compensation and could not (even more so now)
-Near entry level (intern) -Laid off early Covid -Low responsibility -Narrow scope of work -Information technology -Non-compete states I cannot compete for a job with any of their employees or competi... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Hostile work environment
I am being blackballed by the company I currently work for. Even though they are in the process of hiring new personnel for 7 new locations they are opening, I've been told they have no job listings a... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

My friend was terminated for harassment of an employee who conducts the same behavior, is this legal
My friend (Joe) was just hired at a new job on August 8th. Over the course of four days of training he was subjected to listen to a particular employee (Jane) curse and make offensive comments regardi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

pay salary with bonus
For this position, your total compensation is $150,000 which will be paid as follows: you will be compensated with a base salary of $100,000 which is paid twice a month in increments of $2,000. You wi... applies to New York · 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

if an employee quits of he or she's own free will is the employer responsible for paying any past vacation pay?
the employee was given written notice, along with all other employees, that on January first 2015 that there will be no employee vacation carryover and all that would be allowed from this time forward... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can our current non-profit company allow a paid employee to pick up unpaid internship or clinical hours for their college with us if they are picking up the internship hours during non-scheduled work time and if they are doing the unpaid internship just l
We have several current paid employees who are going to college and would like to complete their internship or clinical with us. The would like to do it during their time off when they are not schedul... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

IF an employee uses company cell phone for personal calls/message, and that phone gets subpoenaed or taken by fed agency, is the personal information available?
We want to rewrite our company cell phone policy, and can't find information on whether the employees personal calls/message on the company phone would be accessaible/used if the phone was subpoenaed ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Defamation through a professional organization network
I left a position for several reasons and was offered a separation agreement, severance and three months health insurance. The situation was to be kept confidential by both parties - at least that's w... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can my employer require repayment of all tuition reimbursements
I worked for an employer for 18 months and during that time I received tuition reimbursement. In my original offer of employment letter it stated "Please be advised that any educational fees reimburse... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wrongful discharge in vilolation of the public interest and or differential treatment
I was fired from a position as a Corrections Officer at a state prison for juveniles. The collective bargaining agreement stipulates that "the probationary period for Juvenile Corrections Officers Sha... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

My husband just strated a new job, and was given a packet of papers to fill out. In this packet was a contract giving his employer the ability to charge him 25 dollars for up to one hour late or early and 75 dollars for a missed day, is this even legal???
In the packet he was given, there is a contract requiring him to pay 25 dollars each time he is up to one hour late, or leaves early- both of which his employer ENCOURAGES to happen, and 75 dollars if... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

My employer told me that the benefits of my plan will not be the same when I convert to COBRA. Can she just change the benefits as she likes?
My plan termed on 1/31/16. The plan was a hdhp with a 3500 deductible beginning in Jan. However, we allowed our employees to see our providers for "free." they were not charged for the visit, but the ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Ensuring no conflict of interest prior to consultation
We need to consult with an attorney ASAP. Situation involves exempt/non-exempt status,overtime pay (request has been made),retaliation,worker safety,have been informed overtime situation has occured i... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I recently started a new job and didn't disclose that I was 35 weeks pregnant when hired. I had my first day of work yesterday and upon being given their
I recently started a new job and didn't disclose that I was 35 weeks pregnant when hired. I had my first day of work yesterday and upon being given their "personnel manual" they stated that you had to... applies to Ohio · 3 answers

My former employer is accusing me of
My former employer is accusing me of "theft"( laptop) I left this job on Monday September 17th. (I gave my two weeks notice, which he accepted on Thursday September 13th however he recanted that and e... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

Guaranteed hours not paid in severance
When hired by my former employer my offer letter stated that my pay would be based on a 50-hour workweek. Paid 40 hours of normal time and 10 hours of over (1.5) time. In addition any hours over 50 th... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

Is there anything I can do about a false positive on a drug test?
The company I work for was just bought out, so all existing employees had to re-apply. A drug test was done and I tested positive for opiates. I tried to explain that it was possible that the positive... applies to Florida · 0 answers

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

Can an employer force a transfer w/o compensation?
I was hired in Plant A as a non exempt employee. When times are tough in Plant A, the company requires a couple employees to transfer to Plant B indefinitely(usually a few months but some people have ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was recently laid off from a company. They paid a severance and I signed a release and separation agreement. Can I sue on grounds of age?
I was laid off from a company and it was due to what they say was company restructure. There were several of us that were laid off in our Region and paid a severance in return I signed a release and s... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Age Discrimination -- jobs outsourced to India
My law firm has just announced that it plans to "outsource to India" the jobs in the Word Processing and Proofreading depts. There are 25 affected employees; all (100%!) are over 40 and making higher ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have 120 hours of vacation time that the company states is owed to me, but my store manager keeps
I have worked for hobby lobby from April 2010 to Feb 5 2017. I had 120 hours of vacation built up and I was told it would be paid out to me. Two weeks later my manager still hasn't terminated me and n... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can I provide clinical supervision to someone working as a 1099 independent contractor?
I am currently serving as a "Qualified Supervisor" for a "Registered Clinical Social Work Intern" (a pre-licensed therapist) in Florida. Can I hire her to offer therapy to clients as a 1099 independen... applies to Florida · 0 answers

If I give a two week notice to use my vacation time (which is company policy). Can my employer deny to give me that time off (after approving) and threaten to fire me if I take the time off that they approved, if there is mandatory training that I was not
I gave more than two weeks notice to use my vacation time and it was approved. The company I work for had some changes and forced the employees to change there schedules and we now have what they are ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

PART TWO OF EMPLOYEER DEDUCTING FROM SECOND CHECK?
I UNDERSTAND THAT YES THEY CAN DO WHAT THEY DID. THERE ARE FIVE EMPLOYEES WHO ALL DO THE CLEANING AS A SECOND JOB. THERE IS ONLY ONE OF US WHO HAS A PAY PLAN FOR THE CLEANING. IT STATES HOUSEKEEPING/M... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Freind and Sexual 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 personal advice on my relationship for example Your girlfrein... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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 it legal in this state to just fire someone w/o any real explaination after 10yrs of employment?
I was employed for 10 yrs at a company that just recently fired me without warning. My attendance and workmenship is like no other in the entire company. I was the top salesman in the entire company f... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Appears to be overly restrictive non-compete, trying to understand the legal limitations
The company is a computer solutions company that provides computer stuff -- software, hardware, networks, and consultants. This non-compete appears to restrict: * Working for any company that performs... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Have I been terminated “for cause” if I turn in a two weeks notice and am immediately walked out?
Almost one year ago, I accepted a new position within my company and was relocated out of state. One of the stipulations was that I had to sign a relocation agreement stating that I would pay back the... applies to Ohio · 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

Should I be compensated after completing my degree with my current employer?
Ive been employeed with a company for 12 years. I started as a temp hire but have since been promoted twice at the standard 10% rate. My last promotion was to supervisor 3 years ago putting me at 40k/... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Treated Unfairly.
I worked for a large oil company in Des Moines, IA was moved to Aurora IL. During this time when some trainees came to Des Moines they said the ammount they were making. They were offered more than mo... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can I be denied STD as an employee on straight commission?
my husband is being denied STD due t the fact he is paid o straight commission. He receives a W-2 and is an employee not a sub-contractor, but the Ins Co. is citing their requirements listed in the po... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

is there leverage ? (perhaps media publicity)
i was assured of a comparable position with the company that acquired my former employer of 13 years. i relied on those promises now to my detriment. I have chosen to leave and has asked for the sever... applies to New York · 2 answers

Is my employer required to honor a performance bonus that was part of my original offer? HR is now saying my compensation is too high to receive the bonus that was part of my original offer and paid out to my counterparts.
I did not receive my bonus for 2014. Other employees received the bonus. I did not receive it because I received a raise at the beginnning of 2015 that put my compensation at the top of the range for ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Is it illegal for my employer to take my PTO without authorization?
Is it illegal for my employer to offer PTO but automatically take it through the payroll system without authorization? let me clarify that there was a new policy put in place that we accrue .98 hours ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Franchisee defamation actionable to national franchise?
I have a problem, perhaps you can render an opinion if it is pursuable. On May 16th I went to pick up my paycheck from Liberty Tax service, a franchise operation owned by Wesley Talcott 3675 Nameoki R... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Salaried or not?
I am an RN who was hired to do the required government paper work in a long term care facility. I was hired at an hourly rate. After about a year and a half as an hourly employee, our company suddenly... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can Microsoft hire employees from their supplier base to become commodity managers for the same co.?
I have been a Foxconn employee to supply interconnect components to Microsoft, however and I resigned my job. Part of it was because MSFT hired a Former Foxconn employee to be my commodity manager. I ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Employee misclassified as Independent Contractor
I was hired by a company to work as an employee in their IT department as a Web Developer. After almost 2 years of employment I was switched to independent contractor status and allowed to work from h... applies to Texas · 1 answer

OT and PTO / Vacation labor regulations
I currently work for an employee who has classified every employee as exempt. We are charged PTO / Vacation time in 1/2 day increments. As exempt employees we are not eligible for OT pay. Most of my c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Unpaid Office Meetings for Service Technicians
At my husband's job (pest control), the compensation is as follows: ~ 2 weeks training at minimum wage ~ Regular pay: commission only - $12 for initial service and $8 for quarterly service. Some days ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Overtime at different sites?
Hello. I am employed at a Gas Station, as well as my sister. She works at a store owned and managed by the same individual as where I work. Apart from these two stores he manages a third store. My sis... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Do I have a valid case of employment discrimination?
I have been employed at a Healthcare Billing company for over 1 year. At the time of my hire, I was told by the Hiring Supervisor that there was much room for growth for a person with the level of exp... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Is refusal to pay salary of minority shareholder a violation of wage and hour laws?
Majority shareholder (70%) and minority shareholder (30%) are shareholders in a law firm with two other employees. Minority shareholder is not involved in management of firm. Minority shareholder rece... applies to Rhode Island · 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

i work for na company that believes in 2nd chances and no background check required. after 6 years of employment the manager does a background check on me alone and sees a felony conviction 26 years earlier and fires me out of the blue. there are other em
i was hired 6 years Ago. no background check required. recieved multiple employee of the month and quarter awards and employee of the year award. the owner tells me he gets about 25 letters a year fro... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Is there any way out of a non-compete when employer purposely hires employees and spreads out work?
I teach private music lessons & am paid per student. I was told when I stated my job that I would have to sign a non-compete for a five mile radius. I thought this was ok, so I agreed. When time came ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

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

Accused of harassment. Investigation included accuser and her witness. I was never interviewed or ask for statement. Terminated next day.
My manager came to me and said, someone went to hr and said I threw paper towels at her and hit her leg. I was shocked, this had been 4 days ago. And she was near loud machinery, I was trying to get h... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

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

What protections and remedies as a Federal employee from retaliation, defamation, and hostile enviro
I am a Department of Defense employee with an impeccable record. I have never received any form of disciplinary action and my annual ratings are consistently outstanding. I work in an organization und... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

Severance Pay Negotiation
My husband has worked for his company since 1989. 6 years ago he left the company and was rehired and reinstated for all benefits. When he returned, the company gave him a letter stating that his adju... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Possible wrongful termination
Hello, We need a referral to a local Employment Law specialist, but we are not sure how strong our case is. The facts are these: 1) My husband was laid off from his job, along with about 20 or so of h... applies to California · 1 answer

Unpaid Commissions
I assume there is not much I can do here, but I work for a company headquartered in Atlanta with an office in VA and live in MD. I was recently contacted about a job from a former boss making more mon... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Company Restructure/Severance Pay
The company I work for has recently restructured and as a result, my position was eliminated. I have been offered a different position with no reduction in pay but a different role with more obligatio... applies to California · 1 answer

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

Changed to PTO in 2015 But didn't get credit for vacation earned in 2014. Is this legal?
Company policy was no vacation earned for the first 12 months of employment. Company changed to PTO in January of 2015. Employees who were employed more than 1 year didn't receive any credit for there... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Should I just let them terminate or try to fight it?
My employer currently has me on a final for a PIP. The problem is that they're are purposely setting me up for failure. I believe they're doing this because of my protected characteristic. -They have ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was recently let go. payment in lieu of notice?
My employer let me go on a Wednesday. There was a general layoff for other employees the friday after but I was let go early due to confidential issues as I worked in HR. I was told I would receive se... applies to California · 0 answers

Supervisors employing off duty staff
I am a member of a Park District Board of commissioners. Two of the other commissioners are personaly employing off duty park district employees. I am very concerned that this relationship can potenti... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can employer reassign duties based on perception of disability-none claimed?
Supervisor reassigns duties to employee based upon her perception that employee has a health issue; employee asserts that no disability exists and inquires if reassignment is due to a performance issu... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

My company offered to lay me off instead of taking a pay cut. Then changed their mind a week later.
My company was giving pay cuts to its employees. If an employee got a pay cut above a certain percentage, he or she could choose to take a lay off with severance pay and collect unemployment insurance... applies to California · 0 answers

Company policy in a contract.
We are in the process of contract negotiations.The company has put in the contract the company drug policy.Which states If there is reasonable suspicion that an employee is in violation of this policy... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Is my non-compete and non-solicitation agreement enforceable?
I signed a 24 month non-compete and non-solicitation agreement with company A in 2006. In 2007 I formed company B which then hired all of company A's employees and provided all the services that an em... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

Can city make changes to notice of suspension and change to dismissal?
Im a citygov employee as a transit operator. I had an incident last aug2016 and had a meeting with my superintendent and union rep, outcome was a proposal for a 3day suspension. I was released back to... applies to California · 1 answer

employee and employer dates and signatures on a non compete contract
I worked for a company which was bought out. All employees were asked to have their non competes returned by 15 June 2009. I signed and returned mine on the 19th of June. Reason being, my father was a... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

The office manager (make) has had a “problem” with all the employees at our law firm and has made unwelcome remarks to a female paralegal on numerous occasions, commenting on her hair, clothing, the fit and length of her dresses or skirts, has told he
The officer manager has caused discourse throughout the office but the owner of the firm makes it clear that whatever the office manager (make) says, goes. The firm owner has not been made aware of th... applies to North Carolina · 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

Can I be legally be fired for choosing to no longer speak spanish at work?
I've worked retail for 3years and I'm bilingual. I had no problem dealing with Spanish only customer service until they restructured our sales goals. Taking the time to do Spanish customer service tak... applies to California · 0 answers

Is my employer creating a hostile work environment, or our they discriminating against me?
I have worked for a small company (around 20 employees) for 11 years. I found out i was pregnant 2 months ago and informed them that when time comes i won't be able to perform some of my job( which th... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

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

Enforcability of Non-Compete When Going From MA to CA
I am in marketing for an established software company in MA and am moving to a more senior position in marketing for a start-up in CA. I have been doing marketing for a shipping product that has techn... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Reduction in pay for employee who never schedule back
We are a very small business. Here’s my situation: I hired a new employee. One of my tenured employees came in on a weekend (I did pay them both)to help her get comfortable/train, etc before her sta... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Demotion and then months later might get pay reduction
I work for a state agency and was working in a management role. The department had 3 supervisors managing the same department, so there were issues with how the department was running. One of the mana... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Wrongful Termination?
I was just terminated from my job after an investigation for sexual harrassment. The company told me that the result of the investigation was that I had not sexually harrassed anyone, but that in the ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

i work for a tribe in colorado and there is three employees that harrass me and verbally abuse me. My boss is not aware of it and when reported does nothing about it. I want to record conversations on the phone and in person. I would like to hide it but d
Abuse of power in positions that are subordinate to mine. When boss is gone the women verbally try taking over my position and threaten me with write ups and becoming my supervisor. My supervisor did ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Does statement in offer letter bound to non-compete agreement
My offer letter which I signed when I was hired stated the following: "We are happy to offer you a position under the following conditions: Acceptance of the conditions in the attached Confidential In... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

At my job, we work for tips.
At my job, we work for tips. One week we expected to be much busier than usual, so people were scheduled overtime. Sunday through Thursday, tips are okay. Friday and Saturday, they’re great. We have... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Temporary Injunction filed against me with false accusations printed in newspapers/online
My former employer has filed and was granted a temporary injunction against me. In the court documents employer states I stole trade secrets, as well as violated a non-compete. I did not steal any tra... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Wrongful Discharge
My question is about healthcare law and non-compliance with the medical staff bylaws. Would non-compliance with the requirements in the medical staff bylaws be a violation of law? For instance, the me... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Unlawful termination
I am over 40yrs, female and was recently laid off from my management job of 11 months. There were 40 people laid off. The only two managers who were laid off were myself and another female (tho she wa... applies to California · 1 answer

Salary employee isn't getting paid for days the company decides to close the office
I'm a salary paid network administrator for a company in IL. My company requires all employees to use a vacation day if they want to get paid when the company decides to close for a day, for example w... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

isn't retaliation unlawful whether or not you can prove the discrimination was unlawful
I was discriminated against because I was subjected to adverse actions which had a negative impact on my income and job security for reasons that were not performance related or justifiable by any oth... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

My employer has falsely accused me, fired me and won't pay me
My story is very complex. I am employed by a company who classifies me as an independent contractor. The first four years I did not need my own business entity but this last current year they required... applies to Utah · 0 answers

Can I be denied severance pay if I accept a position that is not comparable with my current package?
My company has lost the support contract with the company I have supported for 20 years+. There is another company that has won the contract. My company does have a standard severance package that all... applies to Florida · 2 answers

I was layed off for 32 hours as punishment, there were no formal warnings or write ups beforehand
The president, one of the vice presidents, HR rep, and executive manager had a meeting and came to the decision of layoffs. No reasoning was given to us or our department manager as to why, it was the... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

age discrimination
I (age-53) was terminated from my position on 08/01/08. I was the only employee in my department (Engineering). About four weeks prior to my release, A younger,(age-35) less paid and less experienced ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My boss kept a spreadsheet of my appointments etc on his desktop without my knowledge, legal?
While looking for a contract in a shared administration folder, I found that my boss was keeping a spreadsheet of my appointments (both work comp related and personal) on his desktop computer. A copy ... applies to Maine · 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

I'm in Hawaii and got terminated from an at-will job from a federal contractor. The company has performance requirements. My performance has been highly satisfactory and another employee's performance has been poor, but he is being retained. The company's
I'm in Hawaii and got terminated from an at-will job from a federal contractor. The company has performance requirements. My performance has been highly satisfactory and another employee's performance... applies to Hawaii · 0 answers

If my boss is passive agressive and allows the office manager to do things or say things that cost the employees to waste time and run in cirlcles, how do you make a change without retaliation?
She constantly finds something to say something to me about whether it was done correctly or not. When I respond, she quickly tells me that she talked to the boss and he agrees with her. For instsance... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

TX: Can employers require me to use my accrued PTO to cover a an optional team building meeting lasting two days & away from home?
My company takes us all for an off-site event every year. It's at an entertaining city location, and the program spans Thursday - Sunday. It’s optional, but not going is frowned upon. We do team-bui... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can I get my Road Driver position back?
I had been employed for 24 years with the company. I transfered 3 years ago carriyng with me my company seniority for job clasification layoff. After I transfered The Teamsters were voted in, and chan... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Unjust, unfair and dishonestly laid off
My employer laid off 1 senior flight attendant using discipline. They laid off 4 pilots and myself, a dispatcher, and said that since we all scored the same on evaluations, they had to use seniority f... applies to New York · 1 answer

Taking Accrued Vacation Days Before Time Useable
I gained my 1st five days vacation in 2008, to be used by 2009. 'Company got sold, salesman bought it, saying we only get 5 paid holidays and 5 paid days a year now for: personal time,vacation, bereav... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Verbal agreement to
I signed a "payback sign on bonus" agreement if I voluntarily quit within two years for my previous employer. For various reasons, including harassing email's from a fellow employee (which HR said the... applies to Texas · 2 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

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 I be entitled to Unemployment Benefits due to Hostile Work Environment?
I feel that based on the description of a "Hostile Work Environment" I should be entitled to Unemployment benefits if I quit my job. I truly feel I have no other option. I am the only woman that works... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can my employer suspend me for a week for being late without warning?
I thought I was suppose to come in at 5:30p.m. but in reality I should of been there at 4:30p.m. and my boss told me to go home and later sent me a text suspending me for a week. Is that legal? I am l... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I be denied a benefit offered by my employer due to my disability
My employer offers tuition assistance, available to all employees who have been with the company for 6 months, the employee is in active status and is in good employment standing which I do qualify fo... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

I was transferred to Mexico after 2 years of working in California. My boss is the general manager for both plants Tecate Mexico and in California . My boss and I got along great I requested a personal loan and was placed on Mexican Payroll because accord
I was transferred to Mexico after 2 years of working in California. My boss is the general manager for both plants Tecate Mexico and in California . My boss and I got along great I requested a persona... applies to California · 0 answers

work environment harassment
I am having trouble with my co-workers. Recently, I was allowed to go home early. My manager made the decision. The following day when I returned to work my work vehicle was filled with office equipme... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

I want tubal ligation. Can my employer deny my request to use sick time for that and recovery?
I'm 44 and am ready to have a tubal ligation. My OB/GYN said I can have the procedure performed basically whenever I'm ready. I'm concerned my employer will deny my request. First, I don't know if tha... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

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

Change Required Hours per Week for Salary Employees
I have worked for an Ohio company in a salary position for the past five years. I do not have an employment contract with this employer. I was recently informed that the hours I was required to work d... applies to Ohio · 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

Do I have any kind of case?
I was terminated from my waitress job for supposed bad comment cards which I never saw or was reprimanded for. I have already filed for unemployment. There are some things too that the employer does t... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Child with disability and reduced work schedule
I have a 5 year old autistic child who does not speak, feed herself, dress herself, not toilet trained and displays destructive behavior. It is difficult for me to find someone to care for her while I... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Options for being black balled, when their past actions can prove it
Hello four years ago I was laid off from my job cause they said I caused 10000 damages to a pickup that I hadn't drove for four months. The day before they laid me off a guy rolled his company truck a... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Govt contract - did not have a teaming agreement and the "partner" stole it, any relief?
I found the "perfect" contract - my first one to bid on for the Fed. A company that I had talked to for about quite some time - with no experience in the type of work/skills was supposed to be HELPING... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

If you have 16 years on a company seniority roster, can a new higher that is former military add all of their years and
If I was a seniority member with 16 years on a union seniority roster. Does the company have to add the military years of a veteran the day they hire the veteran? For example the veteran had 25 years ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Fired for something the company cannot prove - wrongful?
According to the plant manager, I was fired because an employee that worked for me, recently filed a complaint and said I was verbally abusive to her. This is in fact not true, I have never had an iss... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

Falsely accused of Sexual Harrasment
My husband went to his shift at 4:00 he was at the front counter where there is cameras and all the customers and other employees are he needed to get to the printer to get a paper that he must have w... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I feel as though I was wrongfully suspended, so I contacted the EEOC. My employer is now requiring me to sign a contract waiving my right to contact the EEOC to end my suspension in order to return to work.
My employer suspended me for violating a policy that is not in the handbook nor have I ever seen before. Prior to this incident multiple employees violated policies that are in the handbook, but nobod... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my employer force me to work in poison oak?
I work for a city as an outdoor landscaper. I was recently assigned to work on hiking trails that are littered with poison oak. Despite doing my best to cover up, rinse with soap and water afterwards,... applies to California · 0 answers

I was accused of sexual harassment by placing my hand on the arm of an employee I was complimenting on doing a great job in front of a customer and was terminated even after I have complained to my boss of collusion by my assistant manager who was upset t
Terminated on the grounds of manufactured accusations with several employees I have one being my assistant who admitted prior that he was resentful towards me for him not getting the job. The assistan... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

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

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

Do I have a case?
I filed a harassment claim with my employer in June which was investigated and found true, the harasser was moved to another area in the office at the end of June. The harasser is the owners nephew at... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Forced to sit next to extemely contaigous coworker.
I work in a call center environment. I was forced to sit next to a person who had just come back from long term disability suffering from some kind of horrible respiratory illness. She was out for thr... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I am being accused of sexual harrassment at work. I have a 34 yr career and I don't remember the incident at question taking place my employer is investigating there are 2 witnesses that say they heard my off handed comments. I feel my rights were violate
I have been training a new male employee since the beginning of January. Approx 6-7 weeks ago he and another employee came to that they broke a spore and had glass and fluid on his hand. They washed t... applies to Montana · 0 answers

Does vacation accrual method need to be available to employees?
I recently voluntarily left a position I had been in for two years. I gave two weeks notice as required in our employee handbook and I was let go three days early. I understand I have no recourse as P... 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

Company has not reimbursed expenses or paid commissions
I was an employee working for an Illinios based company on a commissioned sales basis. This firm was to provide me with per-diem and mileage to offset travel related expenses that I paid for out of po... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

What can a do about being falsely accused of sexual harrassment and being terminated
I have worked for this company for 11 years with no problems. Then about 3 weeks ago I am terminated for sexual harassment that was not true. When the GM called me in the front office about is he aske... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

I am a salaried employee: Can my permanent mandatory schedule be 50 hours a week?
I am a salaried employee, when I was hired I understood that meant that I would need to work as many hours as necessary to get the job done. I did have a regular schedule posted as 40 hours a week, bu... applies to California · 0 answers

Failed post accident drug test
We are a private owned manufacturing company in Chino, California. Recently we had an employee injured on the job. The employee sustained some injury and was treated at our local health facility. Per ... applies to California · 0 answers

Can i work for a client indirectly through agency
I have been working for a third party logistics company for almost 4 years. My first account I worked for 2 years. these last two years I'm working on a different account. I informed my employer that ... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

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

ADA not protecting my rights??
I have a co-worker who is bi-polar. We used to get along fairly well and she confided in me about her condition, which of course, I kept silent about. Last year, she felt the urge to notify all the su... applies to New York · 1 answer

Holiday and Overtime in same week
I am classified as "salaried with overtime" so when I reach 41 hours, I am paid at 1/2 time. That stinks enough. My question is: During a holiday week for which I am paid for the holiday (as the compa... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Harassment - Age, Physical, Psychological, Power, Retaliation, Bullying
My supervisor bullies and uses authority to manipulate and fabricate performance issues. Two coworkers and I notified HR with many examples of bullying issues 5-6 years ago. HR so called “worked” ... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Is this retaliation or something else?
After returning from a serious illness, my boss (company owner), placed me on a different shift, she said for a week, my hours were cut from 25 to 16 1/2 per week, and I remained on this shift for ove... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

What are legal rights with company transfer?
My husband is employed by a company which sold the area he where he works. Another co-worker and he put in for a company transfer prior to a contract between the buyer and his company. The other emplo... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can an employer only pay me 50.8 weeks, put 5 days in arrears as a salaried employee?
So I have a question about exempt salaried employees. My employer is changing payroll from a bi monthly payroll to a biweekly payroll. They plan to implement this on Jan1. In 2019, they are going to p... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I be forced to work in a toxic environment while pregnant?
I'm a Chemist in Holliston, MA and I'm also pregnant. My job requires me to come in contact with several chemicals that are known to cause birth defects. I have to climb ladders, and lift heavy loads ... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Denied Promotion due to Pregnancy
I have been employed with my company for over a year and a half. I was promoted to asst. mgr. after my probationary period and was told that when the mgr. position was available it would be mine. I co... applies to Maryland · 2 answers

I have been employed for over a year amd my employer belittles and picks at me in front of other staff members. He constantly berates me in staff meetings. He purposely leaves me out of important meetings and lies to other staff members as to why. I have
I have been employed over a year with this organization. The owner on any given day will harass certain employees, but has been fixated on me for months, making it difficult to do my job because I am ... applies to Georgia · 0 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

Is it legal for my CEO to decrease pay with out verbal or written warning?
On Monday, March 7, 2011 my CEO held a conference meeting with the employees. In the meeting he stated that he may need to decrease every ones pay by up to 35%. He also stated that it may be for as lo... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

slander
This question is in regards to my father. He worked for an IT consulting company that assigned him to a large company where he worked for a couple of years. Last week they told him that a cleaning lad... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

age discrimination in severance
My company is going through several rounds of cuts in headcount and I'm one of them. I am concerned that there may be some degree of age discrimination or other bias at work in my regard. I am over 40... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Personal Time Off for Exempt employee
My wife is an exempt employee and works for a company that has a Personal Time Off (PTO) policy. She accures PTO every pay period, and can use that time for vacation or sick days. Every other company ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for an employer to nothing about discrimantion and give out drug test results to others?
I had worked for my former employee for over 2 years. I have a good record and was a good employee. I am a gay man and have been discrimanted against the entire time I had worked for this employer. I ... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

Sick pay/pto confusion on check stub
My bf has been at his company for almost a year and it is a very small company (less than 10 employees). His check stubs have never listed how many sick hours he has, according to state law they shoul... applies to California · 0 answers

Ok for employer to set 2 hour paid limit for completing mandatory online training?
I am a non-exempt employee in healthcare working in a fast-paced patient care area. My employer has quarterly mandatory online education requirements that must be completed by a certain date to mainta... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can my company deny me severance if I go to work for the company to which the work was outsourced?
My current company's employee handbook states that employees who are laid off are eligible for severance pay. My current job is being outsourced so my position is being eliminated. I was told I was el... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Should I be concerned with being fired and what should I do?
I pulled my boss aside the other day at work. I asked her why i haven't been on a register at work. She responded with "I was waiting for you to ask. The district manager believes someone is stealing ... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Verbally Abusive boss.
So first off let me say, I enjoy my job. I get networking connections that i would not normally get at any other place, which is the reason why i want to stay. However my boss is verbally abusive, so ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Medical discrimination? Also fear of retaliation?
I have recently been put on a new medication for depression and it has left me unable to drive for about four weeks so my husband drives me to work. My employer has known of my medical issues for the ... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Is applying for a new job protected conduct?
I currently work for a vendor service company where work is assigned on a daily basis. Work has been drying up lately and as such I have started to look for other employment. When I asked my manager f... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Overtime for salary
I was hired two years ago by my current employer. I received a letter confirming I was hired at a specified salary but I would receive overtime for any time over 46 hours. The overtime would be paid q... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

What can I do about harassment?
I have worked at Albertsons as a service deli dept head for 7 years, my supervisor singles me out of all the other dept heads and screams at me in front of my employees, he has thrown things at me in ... applies to Wyoming · 0 answers

School district making employees go into homes during covid.
I was furloughed from my job as a paraprofessional at my school district. There was over 100 of us. After it was voted on because the administration said there was no work for us, because our school w... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

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

I'm a server and my manager is always bullying his staff, many have quit because of it he has yelled at me multiple times. I finally had it and stood up for myself and told him he was abusing his power as a manager he gave me a write up saying he was aski
I'm a server and my manager is always bullying his staff, many have quit because of it he has yelled at me multiple times. I finally had it and stood up for myself and told him he was abusing his powe... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

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

Should I respond to demand letter for reimbursing a business expense?
I recently resigned from a job. This was just prior to a business trip (company conference) where the company already paid for an airline ticket. The ticket was non-refundable. I received a demand let... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can an employer take back a relocation package agreement after the confirmed job offer processed and accepted, and after relocation agreement received and signed?
A month ago I revieced a job offer that advised relocation benefits applied. After accepting the offer stating the do apply I revieced my official confirmed offer also stating relocation benefits appl... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Mental and verbal abuse & harassment
I worked for a small company-10 employees in the office svereal hundred in the field. My boss was the owner-I reported to him. A mean, nasty little man who for 11 months bitched at me constantly--I co... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have a ton of questions
I read that you helped someone with Verizon Wireless and I was hoping that maybe you would be willing to help me too. I filled out a complaint with the EEOC already, but I am hoping to find someone th... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Current company being purchased / possible hire/ being harassed at current job
If I am offered a job by passing the physical and drug screen - and I don't accept the job -- could I still apply for EDD benefits? I have two chronic conditions that make hard to be to work on time -... applies to California · 0 answers

My line of business in Iowa is closing. We were told on 10/31/17, my last date of actual work is 11/30/17 and effective date of employment terminating is 12/31/17. The entire Iowa division is done. The company still exists and has other companies in other
My line of business in Iowa is closing. We were told on 10/31/17, my last date of actual work is 11/30/17 and effective date of employment terminating is 12/31/17. The entire Iowa division is done. Th... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Can my union negotiate away money already owed to me?
My school district had a terminal pay program for employees for which I qualified. In 2003-04 the program ended and balances owed were to be paid out via a "Longevity Pay" program with yearly payments... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Can I be terminated for posting my resume on Monster?
I was recently written up for posting my resume on Monster.com. In the write-up my employer stated that if I did not remove my resume immediately I would be terminated. I had to sign the write-up, bec... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

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

my small team of 4 was quietly replaced by 4 new hires in a city in another state
Hello, My small team of 4 (in a very large IT company) was quietly replaced by 4 new hires in a city in another state. We have been given 60 day notices of lay-off. The new team will be performing exa... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Accomodating & allowing 2 employees to work but not a 3rd?
My fiance's place of employment won't let him come back to work right now. He broke his wrist a month ago playing softball OUTSIDE of the work place and had surgery. he now has his cast off stitches o... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Would it be slander or liable to contact a former coworker's current manager?
A former coworker has stated he took a carbon copy of his work place desktop and at least one database containing client information. His assertation is that he has all of the information a sales rep ... applies to California · 1 answer

We are independent territory reps paid only commission on our sales. We are looking start our own type of business and the company we contract under has a non compete. Can this be upheld in the state of Nebraska. Again we are only paid commission there ar
We are independent territory reps paid only commission on our sales. We are looking start our own type of business and the company we contract under has a non compete. Can this be upheld in the state ... applies to Nebraska · 0 answers

Do I need to marry my fiance for her to qualify for medical insurance under Calif Ed Code 7000?
I am a Calif school district employee and not currently married, but need to know if my fiancé and I need to marry before I retire for her to get insurance from my school district that is governed by... applies to California · 0 answers

Can i filelawsuit if manager is unfair & starts treating differently
My manager started disliking me after I talked back to him since he had different treatment to other team members vs me. t got worse & then he stopped helping giving directions to me in the project. I... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Do I have a Case??
In a previously submitted complaint form that was filed with the EEOC against my former employer, The Hilton Charlotte Center City Hotel. I am filing a lawsuit against the manager of security, Ms. Mar... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

My bonus fell as a result of my pregnancy. Is that lawful?
I work in the HR/Compensation department for a large corporation. I recently received a bonus that reflected average performance. Being disappointed, I pursued discussions with my management, to find ... applies to California · 2 answers

Am I entitled to collect unemployment if I resigned for good reasons?
I resigned from my job two weeks ago, I was turned down for a promotion which should have been mine. I worked at this company for two years and have worked my butt off. I was a POS Supervisor incharge... applies to California · 1 answer

Can i sue for discrimination and try to get my dollar or for misleading me so that i would accept po
My employer offered me a dollar above base wage as a compensation for being bilingual, when I was offered my position as a case manager. Two year's later today, that base wage has changed for the comp... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Do I have cause for a reverse discrimination suit?
I am an alumnus of a small private college in PA, and the son of an employee. The college has a very strong history of hiring alumni, children of alumni and children of employees first. I am both an a... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Is this retailiation?
I've been denied break periods for about 7 yrs that i've worked for this company. My hrs changed and i was ontime everyday however, i couldnot get into the building @ my scheduled time. I complained t... applies to California · 1 answer

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 work in a public institution. I am a manger. An employee has accused me of discrimination. HR heard the case and found no wrong doing on my part. The employee took the complaint to the next level. Again no wrong doing found. the employee then sued the i
I work in a public institution. I am a manger. An employee has accused me of discrimination. HR heard the case and found no wrong doing on my part. The employee took the complaint to the next level. A... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

Harrasment
I worked for a wireless retailer for ten years. About six months after my employment began I was given more and more responsibilities and within a year I was running the entire company. The organizati... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Discrimination?Retaliation?Compensation?
I reported employee miscondut and the next day was repremanded greatly with 2 weeks unpaid suspension, 90day probation period, and pto approved for 15 and 16 would not be paid to be. While trying to r... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can an employer force me to sign a Non Compete agreeement after I have been let go in order to receive my final check?
Was Project Manager for construction company. No contracts/paperwork signed before or during employment. Owner/Boss quits Project/Company that we are working for in Alabama and brings us back to Oklah... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Do We Have The Possibility Of A Case In Which To Negotiate/Sue For Severance Pay?
Hello- In advance, we'd like to thank the attorneys who take the time to read and answer this query. Our company has recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Our location was one of many announced as... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

Ret. Behavior, Harassment/Hostile Work Envmt, Age Discrim?
I have recently complained to me boss (also an owner of the company) that I am being harrassed with ongoing abusive verbal treatment from another employee. I have been informed that this behavior has ... applies to California · 1 answer

I was arrested on false criminal charges in retaliation for civil complain against former client
I provided services to large company in Paramus NJ for over 9 month. My contract was wrongfully terminated before the end of one year term. The company I represent ( owned by my wife) filed a civil co... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

DO I have a case worth looking into?
I was recently fired from my job at Startek Inc. for allegations of Domestic Battery that were false,the person that accused me of these charges no longer works for the company, she was fired because ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Do I have a right to my USED Vacation Pay if my boss fired me a week later?
I relocateed to a new city in California for a position that was presented as a better opportunity. I was left without childcare sudden and unexpectedly and wasn't familiar with the area. I contacted ... applies to California · 0 answers

Change of Payday
Pay day question. Employed 35 yrs for an N E Ohio company that is a union shop. Pay is based on 2 weeks work, payed out historicaly on following Thursday (1 day early)even though 'official' payday is ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Cancelled contract: non-compete affecting many.
I work for a company (ABC) that provides outsourced I.T. services for a client (XYZ) and working within XYZ's premises. My employer, ABC, has announced that they have placed a 90 day notice to termina... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Can company terminate you at will employee but mess up the paperwork reason for seperation from employee handbook policy is incorrect they put in the wrong code
I filed an EEOC charge from being demoted from supervisor to assistant when corporate said their be no change with a meeting with them the employee that took my position told me and not them I ask the... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Is being moved to another location before HR meeting part of retaliation?
I had told my manager I was going to tell hR about a situation that my manager and assistant manager was causing. I had a car accident last month and the emails she was sending were demoralizing and o... applies to California · 0 answers

Is lying to employees in order to hire and then firing with no cause and no performance reviews ok?
To start, I had been lied to about the financial health and direction of my former employer when I inquired at my interview. I discovered this fact after I began and had access to the numbers. Nothing... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for my CEO to decrease pay with out verbal or written warning?
Is it legal for my CEO to decrease pay with out verbal or written warning? On Monday, March 7, 2011 my CEO held a conference meeting with the employees. In the meeting he stated that he may need to de... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

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

On a CBA. Can a company that has just won a government contract demote employees for no reason?
I work in a government facility, ran by Sub contractors. My current company LB&B has just lost the contract to a different company called fidelity. The company under bided the contract by 30% without ... applies to California · 0 answers

Wrongfull termination
I believe I was recently wrongfully terminated. I was an assistant store manager for a corp. I made the decision to give 2 of my employees and myself gratis (free items that vendors provide the compan... applies to Arizona · 2 answers

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

NON-COMPETE
my husband has been working for 3 years with a NY company, IN OCTOBER OF LAST YEAR THEY STARTED TO ASK HIM TO SIGN A CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT-NON COMPETE. FINALLY A FEW MONTHS AGO THEY SAID THEY WOUL... applies to New York · 1 answer

I am a non exempt Administrative Assistant and my employer has assigned the other Administrative Assistants under my supervision. My title specifically states that my position does not supervise. I am also being rated on the performance of the other Admin
My position is non exempt Admin Asst III. My job description states does not supervise others. My employer is making me supervise 3 other non exempt position employees (receptionist, an Admin Asst. II... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I live in NC. I think I have a case of discrimination due to disability
I live in NC. I am on intermittent FMLA. Right now I use crutches/wheelchair. My job title is being eliminated. I cant prove it, but most likely to rid them of those of us disabled in the position ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Labor on military base
I work for a pizza buisness that has franchises in wilmington, southport, jacksonville & camp lejeune. My job is cashier. My employer pays me 500.00 (I'm listed as salary) every two weeks. I am requir... applies to North Carolina · 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

Can a employer terminate with providing accomendatiom after misleading me to return to work prematurely from Sdi due to lack of requested documents by doctors I have seen but provided legal requested from pcp who submitted my Sdi?
My employment was terminated after numerous attempts Harrasment and retaliation while suffering health disbilty lead me to go on unprotected Sdi due exhausting my time that year from PFL bonding and c... applies to California · 0 answers

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

Can an employer dictate who employees fraternize with outside of work?
I work for a union. (Directly for the union, that is - not as a member of that particular union.) One of my superiors recently resigned, evidently as a result of internal politics and conflict with th... applies to California · 1 answer

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

Pregnant and dismissed because of need for light duty work
I am 4 months pregnant and due to some pregnancy complications, my physician wrote a note to my employer requesting "light duty". I work as a nursing assistant in a children's hopital that has granted... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can I accept job from employers former client
I am in the IT field and worked for a consulting/staffing company that farms its employees out to other companies. I recenetly left in September 2002 to look for a better employer. When I was hired, I... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Are school bus drivers elgible for overtime compensation under Ohio law?
I work at a school as a contract bus driver. Must point out, wer are not a unionized operation. Our base route is approximately 15 hours per week. We have senior drivers who take an additional contrac... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Job classes
I'm trying to find out about "job classes" within an organization. I thought there are different job classes in every company, such as office personnel, scientists, laborers, etc. I thought each class... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

legally can a employee be fired from management, then rehired 48hrs later for lesser position
Upon promotion to assistant manager by the owner, the manager protested his disapproval. a couple months later under hostile working enviroment and felt discrimination and belittlement by the manager,... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I was terminated earlier this year from Johns Hopkins Health System in Maryland and I tried to obtain my last two performance evaluations and contacted HR Business partner for my international division. I contacted them and they said they will look into i
I was terminated earlier this year from Johns Hopkins Health System in Maryland and I tried to obtain my last two performance evaluations and contacted HR Business partner for my international divisio... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

I am working in so and so company for past 7 months. Actually they took me for Cloud technology like aws. But they put me in Linux Admin side. I already told them that I don't have experience in Linux and I don't know linux environment as well. Even thoug
I am working in so and so company for past 7 months. Actually they took me for Cloud technology like aws. But they put me in Linux Admin side. I already told them that I don't have experience in Linux... applies to Arkansas · 0 answers

Do I have a case for wrongful termination/discharge?
I worked for a corporation that is relatively new. From the beginning of employment for a number of reasons I found the business to be a little shady though it is well funded. One of the corporate emp... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

What to do if my former employer is defaming about me stealing from his company?
I am in Florida and my former employer tell to Florida unemployment that he didnt fired me that I resigned when he talked to me that I was misusing company funds at my favor, he claimed that I was add... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I be "laid off" when returning from medical leave at the same time 4 new nurses being hired?
I have been with this company for 6 months. I am a full-time 3rd shift nurse. I had to go on medical leave due to a fall which resulted in a broken bone and needed surgery. I was off initially for 4 w... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

Hi I am a current employee at a fast food restaurant, a couple months ago I was promoted to opening shift manager, then I started school about a month after that, even though I have class 1-5 I was still able to keep up with my shift I would go in at 6:50
Hi I am a current employee at a fast food restaurant, a couple months ago I was promoted to opening shift manager, then I started school about a month after that, even though I have class 1-5 I was st... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Can my current employer block my entry into working for others by telling them not to hire
Facts: I am currently employed by a large corporation in Vermont and I have applied for jobs with another newly formed (competitor & partner) corporation locating in New York. Last week I received pho... applies to Vermont · 0 answers

Discrimination by nationality? Jobs not published either
OK, I have been working at my company for the second run, after originally being laid off due to them choosing to have me train an H1 visa'd employee to do my job instead of me. For some reasons (perh... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer deduct vacation pay from my last paycheck after he had already paid it to me earlier
I took a vacation in early July with about 3 days of vacation time I had left that my former employer had stated that I had left. About a month later, I gave my 2 weeks notice because I had received a... applies to New York · 0 answers

Severance pay and salary: "double dipping"?
My company was recently sold, and I was laid off with no notice. However, my final check included two weeks salary that was designated as "severance pay". During the following two weeks, I continued w... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I left my former employer a little over a month ago. I received a certified letter in the mail today from their attorneys office telling me that since I am still friends with one of my former cutomer's employees (The named the customer and employee by nam
My former employer is saying that I signed a Confidentiality agreement, I may have but I have never been provided a copy. I got a letter in the mail from my former employers attorney, stating that the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I think I was wrongfully terminated
I have a felony record. On July 18, 2005, I was hired by Ceja Corporation out of Tulsa, Oklahoma, for a position on their Ponca City seismic crew. I was hired by the Ponca City supervisor. During the ... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

abuse of 'at will employment' clause
The 'employment at will' clause is being abused by the employers these days. I am an engineer. In my last job, my employer wrote explicitly the 'employment at will' clause in the offer letter. After f... applies to California · 1 answer

I’m currently on paid approved Short Term Disability (since May 3rd 2018). I’ve had to have emergency surgery and will have more very soon. My Director called me a couple of weeks ago to send me documents that I had to read through stating my company
I’m currently on paid approved Short Term Disability (since May 3rd 2018). I’ve had to have emergency surgery and will have more very soon. My Director called me a couple of weeks ago to send me d... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

I feel I was laid off because I contacted H.R about my manager.
A fellow employee we're suspended from work for a minor incident that happened at work. The other employees suspension was lifted after a few days. Me on the other hand was off for 10 days. 3 days aft... applies to California · 0 answers

Relocation repayment for company that relocated from California to Virginia
Hi. My company recently relocated from California to Virginia. They were subject to WARN act as it affected many employees. They offered a relocation deal which required me to stay with them for 2 yea... applies to California · 0 answers

Can my employer cut my residual income form commissions if I am absent due to illness/vacation ect
I am a salaried employee who gets commission on top of a small base. Recently my employer started to deduct my residuals by the days I am absent/late ect. (I am 8 months pregnant, going on leave tomor... applies to California · 1 answer

discrimination, unequal pay, unsafe work conditions etc
An incident happened to me at work on sept 21st that was reported to the manager and area manager. A poster was put up depicting 2 Gay people (one was elton john the other unknown) and a coworker told... applies to New York · 1 answer

Partial pay for initial pay period
I am salaried, I normally work M-F, I very rarely work weekends. My employer pays semi-monthly. My start date was two days after the start of the pay period so I missed working two workdays that month... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Can my employer force me to split my shift ?
I work retail and in years past since black Friday can be horrendous, they have asked if anyone would volunteer for a split shift or be able to stay more than 8 hours and some have complied with the r... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

Salary requirements for Law Enforcement presonnel (Texas)
I have read that there is an overtime exemption for law enforcement departments with less than 5 employees. Is the employer required to at least pay regular time after 40 hours or comp time after 40??... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Unethical practices that I refuse to do.
I am an employee for a large company that is having a contest of stealing competitors tags and POS in all the store accounts. I have told my supervisor under no circumstances will I steal tags and POS... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

change in conditions of employment case law
Company relocated causing employee of 17+ years to resign. Changes in the conditions of employment were pervasive and untenable for the following reasons: Distance to and from employer location increa... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Will I be fired for reporting my supervisor (vice president) for his negligence with non-compete?
I am being reviewed by my vice president of NA, sales. My company is very small, less than 10 employees in U.S., incorporated in IL and TX, I believe. Within last six weeks, in a meeting with a potent... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

Can I sue for wrongful termination and discrimination instead of breach of contract if the employee fails to provide payment in accordance with an executed severance agreement? I was employed in South Carolina. However, the company states the laws of Nort
I was terminated without warning or official reason. I signed a severance agreement in exchange for releasing the company of any liability. Company provided 4 weeks of payment but now has stopped, vio... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

employer discriminated against me during pregnancy and terminated me without just cause
In the early part of 2001 I informed my employer that I was pregnant and due in November. Almost immediatly afterword I suddenly found myself being witten up and placed on warning after warning. All o... applies to California · 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

Am I REALLY salaried?
I have been employed for a CPA firm for the last 2 years, as an accountant on a salary basis. My checks are twice a month the same amount, regardless of hours worked. However, if I work overtime, I ge... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Do I have a good enough case to appeal my denial?
Ok so back in June I had hernia surgery due to an injury at work, I then had to take 8 weeks off and ended up returning to work pregnant. Ever since then my boss was treating me so much different than... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

CAN MY EMPLOYER FIRE 100'S OF PEOPLE RIGHT BEFORE THE BUSINESS CLOSES TO AVOID PAYING UNEMPLOYMENT?
I work for a billion dollar company we are paid hourly. The company I work for has a few different contracts (departments) like a beauty dept, a cell phone dept. within the same building. There were 4... applies to Iowa · 1 answer

I was ill and out of work for 4 days. My employer paid me for those days when I didn't have the sick time accumulated to cover it. Now they are making me work those hours to make up for it. Can they do that?
I was ill and out of work for 4 days, a total of 30 hours. I am a salary employee. My employer paid me for those days when I didn't have the sick time accumulated to cover it. It was my bosses decisio... applies to Texas · 0 answers

What should I expect for final pay?
I quit my previous compnay on July 1st. They are a California based compnay (head quartered in Irvine). I gave a formal resignation letter to HR, VP of Sales and Direct Manager. I know (from previous ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

What is my recourse if my employer did not allow me to defend myself?
My fiance was just removed from a jobsite in Louisiana. He is a resident of Louisiana. He was removed from the jobsite based on an accident that took place while he was employed with a Texas based con... applies to California · 0 answers

When am I entitled to pay?
I work for a firm in Memphis Tn. In my job responsibilities I have to drive a company vehicle to my work site which located 1.5 miles away from where the vehicle and keys are kept off the clock. The k... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

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

Salary vs. Hourly
A few days ago I inquired about a salary vs. hourly question and received a very informative answer. I approached the controller in our company and she agreed completely with your reply but stated the... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I went to work for a company on a contract temp to hire position of IT Helpdesk Support. My job duties were to configure workstations and deploy, monitor network equipment, provide helpdesks support, mostly all hardware and software related issues. This w
I was hired by a company to do Helpdesk Support at a startup company. The position was contract to hire. At the end of my contract, the company decided not to hire me, but decided they needed someone ... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

Can my supervisor tell my co-workers that she took discipinary action on me without my permission?
I had missed a few weeks of work due to exposure (fumes)to floor stripping chemicals being used in my office during regular work hours. I filed a workman's comp claim with a physician's letter stating... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

A coworker and I had a conflict in which she stepped at me put her finger in my face and said “you don’t wanna mess with me!” Then gossiped about the incident and then another coworker a company trainer was being rude to me rolling her eyes and micr
The incident fully made me not want to go to work because I felt humiliated and unappreciated. I was having personal issues at home with an ex stalking and damaging my car in the middle of the night a... applies to California · 0 answers

Occupational Health requested that I be placed at an alternate work site due to my reaction to a possible air quality issue that was causing me to have symptoms. The alternate location adds 30 miles of travel a week from my regular work site. If I request
I have been employed at the same location for 18 months. I have in that time only worked at alternate locations on 5 separate occassions for coverage of employees who were off. I have complained of br... applies to Connecticut · 0 answers

Is this harassment can she keep treating me like this
I feel that my boss is targeting me she always has a problem with everything I do she told me that if I continue to be tardy from this point on she was going to write me up so I made a point not to be... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Has my employer committed an illegal action by telling many of my fellow employees, that I was being let go on Wednesday, even though I was not at work that day? As well as defamation of character by telling them I was dismissed for no call no show, in ac
I arrived to work on time Monday morning, after clocking in a fellow employee told me, I had been let go Wednesday for no call no show. I was unable to work that Wednesday but had contacted my immedia... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Vacation pay
I have written before concerning this and received some very helpful information I have another question. Summarize My boyfriend worked for his company for 19 years was labeled an Executive manager pa... applies to California · 1 answer

CALIFORNIA NDA / NON DISCLOSURE agreement signed under duress in 2015.. Legal? Enforceable?
Mel, I signed an NDA/ non competition clause under duress last year in Aug 2015. The company i accepted an offer letter for the job w/o any mention of said NDA and then they sprung it on me the first ... applies to California · 0 answers

Can an at-will employer change my hourly rate on my final paycheck that was sent to me after I left?
I worked for a family owned business for about four months. They are an at-will employer and I quit without notice. I was a manager-in-training and had been told by the owner that during my training, ... applies to Wisconsin · 0 answers

I was an at will employee at a large corporation. There was a reduction on work force and we were told there would be no severance package. We had to re apply and re interview for the same job. This job went from 6 positions to 3 positions, in addition th
I was an at will employee at a large corporation. There was a reduction on work force and we were told there would be no severance package. We had to re apply and re interview for the same job. This j... applies to California · 0 answers

What Can I Do About False Accusations That Are Negatively Impacting My Career?
A former employee who is still with the company, but who no longer works for me directly, repeatedly falsely accuses me of discrimination. This began because I held the employee accountable, per compa... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can my employer require a physician's statement stating the reason for absence?
I have had to use more sick leave more than usual since August 2011 (14 sick days, 9 vacation days). Family issues with a family member's drug use, my daughter's separation from her husband in which s... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I work full-time for a very large solar vendor in Southern California, wrongful termination case?
Firstly, the work I do for the company is technically illegal. By law, they should have a license or be paying a contractor to do what I do for the company. They could get in serious trouble with the ... applies to California · 0 answers

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

Is a company obligated to pay severance by verbal agreement, emails and practice?
Our company is moving to another state and most of the employees were told that they will not be going with the company and will be laid off, including myself. We were then told that we will be gettin... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

Can a company forbid you from going to work for another company without a signed non compete?
Hi, my husband applied for a sales job with the sister company (company M) of his current employee (company S.) He was offered the position with Company M and signed the offer letter. Flights and hote... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is my non-compete enforcable if I was only employed for a short period of time?
I started a home care business in 10/2014. At the time, I had one business partner. We purchased everything we needed including how-to books, templates and so on from the internet. My business partner... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I receive a salary weekly, I called in sick 2 days of last week, Fri & Sat, when I received my paycheck, I was docked for the entire week. I had worked 32 hours that week. I also receive a 1099
I receive a weekly salary, I called in sick 2 days of last week, Fri & Sat, when I received my paycheck, I was docked for the entire week. I had worked 32 hours that week. I also receive a 1099. In ad... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Hello, My sister and I were working for the same company in the same position as of July 16. It's an office setting and we sit at a desk for the day. My sister is six months pregnant and was also working part time as a receptionist at a cafe with her sche
Hello, My sister and I were working for the same company in the same position as of July 16. It's an office setting and we sit at a desk for the day. My sister is six months pregnant and was also work... applies to Illinois · 0 answers

What if earned vacation is changed from work in the prior year to work in the current year?
I worked for a company for 44 years. For 40 years, the vacation that you took in the current year was for the time you worked the prior year. You did not get vacation the first year of employment. The... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Retaliation after questioning payroll deductions? Cut hours and rumors of terminating me.
I heard rumors through colleagues that the company deducts pay out of paycheck for loss or shortages. This happened to other employees, and it happened to me. When it happened to me I refused to conse... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Is it against California Law to fire a Car Salesman becuase of birth of his son?
Is it illegal in California, to fire or lay off a male employee becuase of his wife's pregnancy? I was hired about 4 months ago as a Sales Consultant for an Automotive Dealer in Northern California. W... applies to California · 1 answer

what nullifies no-compete
I work as an appt setter from my home. I am paid hourly by a company that also reimburses me for my phone bill. The company I work for is adamant that I am an independent contractor. I signed a no-com... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

My employer is mostly non-union. If I am an existing non-union employee well past satisfying my probation period and my employer assigns me to the same job elsewhere in the company but that assignment requires I join the union, can my employer make me sat
I drive a school bus for a private employer who contracts with public school districts. My employer has one contract with a district in which my employer had to negotiate a CBA with an existing union.... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

non- compete and stipulated damages v. injunctive relief
I have an employment contract that has a non-compete clause as follows: "During the term of employment, and for two (2) years thereafter, employee shall not directly compete with employer within a fiv... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Are Non-Compete agreements between companies legal?
I work as an engineer for a global telecom company and recently my manager announced that he is has several job openings for additional engineers, but is having difficulty filling these spots. He expl... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

After working as a power plant operator since August, interviews were held in Jan. I got replaced by someone with zero experience, even when I had a letter of recommendation from the contracted employer. Nepotism, conflict of interest, and retaliation are
Mayor, H. Hootch, city council members W. Hootch, and J. Johnson conducted interviews Jan 16. Being a second class city manager form of government, including title 29, the council has no power to hire... applies to Alaska · 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

Do I have to pay back a sign on bonus after a firing if there was no contract stating I have to ?
I received a sign-on bonus (said it was a sign on bonus in an e-mail with no stipulations, pay stub refers to it as a bonus, and I never signed any contract and wouldn't have in order to receive the b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

signed Non-compete while doing a school internship.
I went to school to become a medical transcriptionist and part of my required course was to to do an internship. My school adviser set me up with a transcription service to do 144 hours of transcripti... applies to Indiana · 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

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

Demotion with no reason given
I was recently told that a Program Coordinator from another of our company offices would be replacing me (I was the Program Coordinator in my office). I was told this decision was because I was going ... applies to California · 2 answers

I was Laid off on good terms and also received unemployment benefits. 10 yrs later i re apply at the same job and they told me i was fired. Can i use my unemployment documentation that i received back then as evidence that i was at no fault and that the e
I was laid off after the district manager was laying off most of the employees. To my knowledge i left on good terms. I accepted the lay off and was offered references to get another job. I applied fo... applies to Florida · 0 answers

What am I entitled to if I was fired after my boss found out I filed a claim about overtime?
I was terminated after two months of employment today. My employer made an announcement last week that everyone was being changed from hourly pay to salary with no overtime pay, and also no vacation, ... applies to Texas · 2 answers

How can I receive fair representation from a union that does not practice impartiality?
Looking for EMPLOYMENT or LABOR Law help. I work in a school district where the majority of employees are related to each other. This has left me without fair union representation for a meeting that m... applies to New York · 0 answers

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 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

Can my employer make me sign the employee handbook without giving time to review it?
I am working in a dental practice that has been open one year. We were recently given an employee handbook, which had a lot of grammatical errors and very vague descriptions of what is expected, mostl... applies to Texas · 0 answers

My colleagues and I have worked with the Lee County School district I have been with the district 12 years, my other colleagues have over 20 years experiences and no of us has been remanded or written up. Every one of us have been effective teachers and h
My colleagues and I have worked with the Lee County School district I have been with the district 12 years, my other colleagues have over 20 years experiences and no of us has been remanded or written... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Do I have any rights as being accused of Harassment?
I am a male over 40 years old and I work with primarily women. I have known the accuser for about 8 months. I see her at school and work. She would come up to me and touch me on the back say Hi and I ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Abusive Work Environment, Taped Conversation
I recently quit my job because of an abusive shift manager. This shift manager would bump into me. Yell at the top of his lungs at me, intentionally pretend not to hear me, and skip me when it was my ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I recently quit my job of 2 yrs at Panera in Cary due to hours being reduced. This was done via text with my store gm. A few weeks after I spoke to a former co worker that said a shift manager named Josh at my former job told him that I was fired for fill
I recently quit my job of 2 yrs at Panera in Cary due to hours being reduced. This was done via text with my store gm. A few weeks after I spoke to a former co worker that said a shift manager named J... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Can I sue either or my former BM branch manager or my employer for violating my OSHA 11C settlement agreement for a neutral referral OSHA settlement without adverse action?
I filed a OSHA 11(c) health and safety against my former empoyer who 1) sent me false payroll instructions, 2) placed me in unsafe working conditions by violation of health and safety company policies... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Do I Have A Case For Court?
For that past year I have had to deal with mental harassment from my boss. He will make snide comments to me, when I ask a question he will not give a direct answer, but for other employees he will, h... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Unemployment is investigating me at my on call job. It has angered my employer and may cost me myjob
I was first investigated when I was laid off from my full time job. I have been on countless interviews and filled out hundreds of applications for full time work. To show unemployment I am making an ... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

PC Help Desk Overtime
I was hired with a company with "full-time salaried employment status" back in June 2006 to work as a computer help desk tech. It was always commonplace to work overtime, it came with the job. I have ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Questions Regarding Non-Compete Agreements and Inventions
Hello, My question is in regard to whether or now the non-compete my company made me sign is enforceable here in Texas. Here are the circumstances: 1. No mention was made of the requirement to sign a ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Wrongful Termination
Do I have any chance of winning a wrongful or constructive termination case based on the following: Wrongful constructive termination I live in a community in PA. It is a HOA. For the period of 5/05 -... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 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

Company reloacted, offered severance unless employee agreed to relocate. Agreed but resigned later.
As a result of a merger, in September 2002, my company offered a severance package for those that did not wish to relocate in the town that the company was moving everyone which was 1200 miles away. E... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Wrongly Classified 1099: IRS Determination in my Favor: Need Help Suing and Recovering Lost Benefits
I was wrongly classified as 1099 and sent in my SS-8 to the IRS in 2010. I have just received my IRS determination letter siding with me that I was in fact wrongly classified and was not a 1099 IC but... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can I go before a judge myself to Blue pencil an agreement?
I was employed for 17 years with a Construction Labor Leasing Company. I was recruited by their largest national competitor. After 5 months of employment, I was terminated due to a FALSE annonymous "w... applies to Florida · 0 answers

right to sue fromm eeoc under vii
i have just got my letter to sue from eeoc and i think i have several issues sexual discrimination to a male by male supervisor ie pinching pulling of arm hair, on job harassing phone calls while i am... applies to California · 1 answer

Non-Compete After Transfer to New Company
I signed this agreement when I began work with Company "A". After six months as a salaried employee I moved to doing freelance (i.e., 1099) work for them. I worked for them consistently under that cap... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is my employer to pay me if I put a 90 day notice in and they want to let me go before
I have been working for a big bank for 3 years now. This bank has a harassment policy which includes sexual orientation. I have had a couple of issues with employees making comments that I have report... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Wrongful termination
I was recently terminated after a protracted situation with a major federal security contractor. The story goes like this: About a month ago, I was approached by two supervisors who informed me that t... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I worked for a auto dealership for over 7 years without a write up or any problems and have always been an extremely loyal and honest employee. I was a sales manager and finance manager. I was put on the Dealership bank account to sign checks for the Deal
I worked for a business for over 7 years without a write up or any problems and have always been an extremely loyal and honest employee. I was a manager. I was put on the Businrss bank account to sign... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Selective Policy Enforcement, Employer who fails to follow own policy
I am wondering what my legal options are, if any. I was terminated for "Poor Attendance" based on a progressive disciplinary plan. Per policy my occurences were to be reviewed on a said date, which di... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

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

negative references, defamation, other
I worked for two retail establishments part-time in 2001 where the managers of each were related to each other. I quit at one place and then wrote a letter to the company stating why and that they sho... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employer Denies paying Overtime Hours already worked at End Client Location.
Hi there, My employer contracts with other staffing companies, to place his employees at work. My situation: End Client (where i worked as IT sub-contractor) --> Prime Agent Company --> Secondary Agen... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can salaried employees be docked pay for not signing a write up?
I submitted a letter of complaint to my boss/owner about the improper use of the N-word in the office as well as a complaint that I was singled out and punished for using my cell phone when my child c... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

My company asked me to move to another office. I can not. Should I get servence and unemployment?
April 2011 - My company (located in Berkeley, CA) was acquired. I had worked there for 8 years. June 2011 - the new owners (located in Southern CA) laid off 1/3 of the company with severance. They pai... applies to California · 1 answer

Do I have a wrongful demotion case?
I’ve work at my current company for almost 5 years as an at will employee. I was working in a position during year 4 and than was promotion to another position where I’ve been working for about a ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Returning to work from WC Disability, was told my position was filled.
I was injured at work after a hard fall in 2010. I have been off work since then and have exhausted all WC benefits (AME doctor said I was PS 10%, even though my treating doctor still recommends I be ... applies to California · 1 answer

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

Please help with assault , workplace violence, & bullying by management
Hello, I need some guidance and possibly representation on a workplace violence, harrassment, bullying, and assault issue. My daughter was physically assaulted at work by a member of the management te... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can we terminate an employee who lied about threats from other coworkers?
Employer here. A depressed, mentally unstable employee (confirmed medically) recently yelled at another employee over a disagreement regarding politics and religion. The second employee yelled back. T... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Discrimination because of ADHD and # of Children?
I am currently 32 weeks pg. I was laid of yesterday 6/28/05. It was stated that there was a lay-off in many departments and I was chosen as I had no completed training. I have ADHD and my previous bos... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I filed a OSHA 11(c) health and safety against my former empoyer who 1) sent me false payroll instructions, placed me in unsafe working conditions by violation of health and safety company policies, 3) fired me for following payroll scam instructions 4) b
I filed a OSHA 11(c) health and safety against my former empoyer who 1) sent me false payroll instructions, placed me in unsafe working conditions by violation of health and safety company policies, 3... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Did I unfairly recieve a layoff notice?
I recently recieved a layoff notice that I feel is unfair. I have 15 years experience in management with the company I work for. I also have 13 years of experience working on the products our company ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Hello. I’ve worked for FedEx freight for the past 13 years. Recently as of 2 months ago, I applied for a transfer down south and after talking to the local manager there, he assured me that everyone is working 5 days a week, even the lowest seniority fo
Hello. I’ve worked for FedEx freight for the past 13 years. Recently as of 2 months ago, I applied for a transfer down south and after talking to the local manager there, he assured me that everyone... applies to New York · 0 answers

Would NOT accepting job offer w/Non-compete prevent me from collecting current unemployment benefits
The position I accepted did not include, nor was there any mention of a non-compete agreement until I was ready to fill out the employment papers. The previous employee in this position told me that h... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a noncompete be valid if you begin working in a neighboring state?
I am a hairstylist and upon employement at company A I had to agree to a non-compete which covers a 2 mile radius for one year. I know most courts find this reasonable but I believe I have extenuating... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Sales & Non-Competes
Mel: I signed what my company refers to as a "Key Employee Agreement". I have contacted a local $200 an hour attorney who tells me that it is enforceable, but too broad. I work for an organization (he... applies to Texas · 1 answer

What is the proto call if an administrator playfully hits a person on the head with an object (french bread) stick, the one you buy in the store? and the employee was working with their back turned unaware & surprised. They were still in shock, told the N
The administrator came into the office after getting lunch caring groceries (the employee's desk is in front of a window, and a little walkway is behind the employee) The Administrator hit the employe... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Is there any action I am able to take for a client making a false statement about me to my employer?
Hello, I have worked on and off for for a large staffing agency for approximately 4 years. Most recently I had the opportunity to become a full time employee for the staffing agency. I began working f... applies to California · 1 answer

If a bias BM contributes to an adverse action, does the employee have a wrongful discharge case?
If a bias BM contributes to an adverse action, does the employee have a wrongful discharge case under title VII? Under UMSA bias boss contributed to infraction Is unlawful. But is it unlawful under ti... applies to North Dakota · 0 answers

Do I have a case for slander or defamation per se against my CEO?
About a year ago I befriended a coworker who made a sexual harassment complaint against the CEO of the company we work for. Although my friend recorded these advancements so I know them to factual, th... applies to Michigan · 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 I go before a court without an attorney to blue pencil a Non-Compete Agreement?
NOTE: I AM WILLING TO PAY A SMALL FEE FOR GOOD, USEABLE INFORMATION. I was employed for 17 years with a Construction Labor Leasing Company. I was recruited by their largest national competitor. After ... applies to Florida · 0 answers

indentured servitude?
I recently left a franchised ballroom dance studio for several reasons; poor pay, little training, poor working conditions with the employer, labor law violations, general feeling of discomfort with b... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Do I have a right to display my work and list sponsors?
The owner of the company, where I worked as a graphic designer and creative director for the past 13 years, closed the business in October 2009 -- we no longer had enough contracts to afford to pay th... applies to Florida · 0 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

my boss became my lienholder and harassed me nonstop about personal issues on the job
my boss became my lienholder and for four months he and his wife would make me clock out and come into their offices to harass me about the lienholder agreement - they told me my son could not live wi... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

I have being harassed for almost 11 months since my new manager took over from my old manager head Domino's PizzaI collect disability because of my foot back and I have ADHD since his manager took over he has been harassing me at a daily basis at the job
I work for Domino's Pizza or didI quit yesterdayI was hired on by Edward Blair who became area supervisor of the franchise ownerswhen he became area supervisor Patrick Flanagan became a store managerI... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can an employer not pay commision on a 100% commision job after you quit?
I recently quit a 100% commission job. An employee gets paid when a job gets installed, not when payment is collected. I quit before several large deals went in the ground (I had to), but contracts we... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

My boss and co-workers are acting like high school kids
I need someone's help... I started working for a pet stoe back in January of this year. Everything was going fine for a while and my job was great. I was basically allowed to do what I wanted and beca... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

I have been employed as a college Instructor since 2009. In 2010, My college transferred me to commute part time to another facility, one they did not own. Since the first day I have been abused. I was asked to start up a program with no equipment, no too
Contracts, Overtime: VP ripped my contract for Overtime up, told me I could not continue having it. It was signed by three other supervisors, only he ripped it up, and the other three supervisors did ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

right to a confidential recommendation letter
My former employer held a round of lay-offs recently and I was affected. I signed a severance agreement with them in order to receive some pay continuation and a percentage of my bonus. During the mee... applies to New York · 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

Retaliation/ Defamation/Worngful Discharge
I started with my previous employer on 05/15/10. I was hired as a Staffing Coordinator and in June of 2010 was promoted to a Payroll/Staffing Coordiantor. I received an excellent review after my 90 da... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

For starters, I recently had a court date appearance on last Wednesday at the US Courthouse here in Miami. I was issued a citation for intimidation by an VA Officer in reference to a police report filed by my supervisor. My supervisor and 3 other employee
For starters, I recently had a court date appearance on last Wednesday, 8/17/2016, at the US Courthouse here in Miami. I was issued a citation for intimidation by an VA Officer in reference to a polic... applies to Florida · 0 answers

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

I was terminated with an employment contract, no reprimands in file, possible in an at will state?
If I have a signed employment contract with office can they still just fire you willy nilly? I worked for a dental office for 11 months and was terminated yesterday for, as the Dr. put it "not being a... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

out on medical job eliminated
I have worked as a manager at a tavern for a year and a half. In July I hurt my back and ended up in the emergency room. From there on I followed their diagnosis and treatment but didnt get better. In... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

I am an exempt salary paid employee in the state of Oregon. I have worked at the same company for almost a year. Yesterday the company elected to keep our stores closed for the day due to hazerdous driving and weather conditions. I am also a Mon-Fri emplo
In Portland Oregon, I have been with the same company since Feb of 2016, I am an exempt salary employee, the sole carebprovider and single parent to a 16 month old child, my work schedule is Mon- Fri ... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

Retaliation for report to Internal Audit
I have recently been fired for very trivial reasons, after a period of two months of hostility from my boss, which started very shortly after I reported an issue relating to his management of a projec... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Was terminated.. Have questions on it.
Hello, In September of 2004 I was terminated for buying cigarettes for a minor. It was an honest mistake, I was outside and the kid was crying, saying that his dad had beat him up. He didn't want to g... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Is it worth fighting an emplyer for unemployment when they lie about the circumstances?
I was employed at a chain grocery store and had to call off sick one day from work. My company handbook states that if you need to call out the procedure for calling off is to call the manager at leas... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

Does my employer have the right to deny schedule adj w/ other coworkers due to being angry w/ me?
I work as a State Tested Nursing Assistant in a Nursing Home. Our company has a "call-off" policy and all are aware that you will be written up if you call off after 3 times, then written up after 2, ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Do I have a valid case for constructive discharge?
I was placed on 90 days performance probation or be subject to termination during which time the work environment became hostile and it became clear that my employer was not acting in good faith. As a... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

discrimination /retaliation or both
The company I worked for was sold on April 1st 2006 The regional manager for the new company came aboard and started making decisions based on what the old supervisor suggested to him for example " th... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

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

sexual harrassment, retaliation, discrimination
I am a city employee. I made a sexual harrassment claim against a council member to my supervisor. There was a short investigation by the city attorney and was told that because the council member had... applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

Can my employee hold my final paycheck because they are angry that I am leaving?
I took an hourly position with a company and on my 3rd day we were told that hourly wasnt working and we were officially all commission only going forward. I never signed new paperwork but from that p... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

On STD but no paycheck for 7 weeks
My husband has chronic back pain/sciatica. His employer started having "morning stretching & exercising" for employees before starting their shift. It had already been voiced to his supervisors and be... applies to Ohio · 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

Non-compete & severance
I had worked 10 yrs for a insurance broker. 7 yrs into the job the comapny was acquired - the new company required me to sign a non-compete and paid me $3000 to do so. 3 years later my job was elimina... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employer refusing to pay relocation allowance as mentioned in offer letter
Dear Experts, I recently moved to US from India on Blanket L1 Visa. My employer in India informed me that they are moving me to US only five days before US joining date. I came to US as instructed. As... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

Why is my employer against me getting unemployment benefits?
I have been working for a Dr. in Nassau County for 6 years. I am a surgical assistant.I am under the suspician he is doing things he shouldn't be doing to his employees. I get paid by the surgery. Usu... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer retaliated against me after I told the parents of my special education students about an option that was being voted on at the board level. I invited parents to the board meeting to delay the vote until more could be reasearched bc It involved
My employer retaliated against me after I told the parents of my special education students about an option that was being voted on at the board level. I invited parents to the board meeting to delay ... applies to California · 0 answers

I have right to sue from Defh without any proper intake to reviewed my case can I still sue? I have all doc to support wide range of discrimination and need a lawyer who ready and understand the best option to start
32 years old Asian American us citizen and father of 3 young children; was raised by strong hard working parents who gave me foundation to do your job the right way through my work ethics but always b... applies to California · 0 answers

Subway
I have been experiencing discrimination in the workplace. I called Subway corporate and they said they will not get involved. I was hired on about 1 month ago. When I was hired on I was given the impr... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Am I eligible for unemployment?
I am a certified nursing assistant and was working for a nursing home I've been an aide for 5 years now and was the lowest paid aide in the facility so I asked for a raise and they told me they would ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My Employer Refuse To Pay
I worked at a Steak House restaurant here in Cleveland, Ohio as a sever/batender/supervisor. I started with them Nov 11, 2008. I was supposed to receive a $1 increase when working on weekends as a sev... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Salaried Exempt? Maximum hours required to work?
My husband is a Quality Assurance Engineer for a company that creates software. When he was hired on six months ago, he asked about overtime in the interview and was told that it was not the norm. Sin... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

In Indiana, is it legal for a company to fire an employee without informing him or her for months? A course of action was dictated by the Union Local and the employee followed through faithfully for 7 months. Meanwhile, the Union had withdrawn the grievan
Union worker, 10 years of service, transferred to another plant (and another local) when department closed down. 3 months after arriving at new plant, was suspended by the company and targeted for ter... applies to Indiana · 0 answers

I am a waitress and my employer has taken away one of my main shifts. I have worked the same schedule and have had the same availability for the past 4 years. There reason for taking my shift was to give it to another employee who works more hours and wan
I am a waitress and my employer has taken away one of my main shifts. I have worked the same schedule and have had the same availability for the past 4 years. There reason for taking my shift was to g... 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

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

Can i sue my place of employment if an employer retaliated against me?
I have reason to believe that an employee that works in the same department has retaliated against me and now i am on a weeks leave of pay waiting to see if i am terminated. About a month ago an emplo... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

If my employer witnessed the majority of his workers breaking a rule but chose only 3 to fire...
If my employer witnessed the majority of his workers breaking a rule but chose only 3 to fire could we sue for retaliation? For the past 6 months I've been working in a restaurant/bar. It was a great ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Thank you. Our company recently changed employment policy regarding vacation pay. Previously vacation time was earned monthly and able to accrue for 24 months. There was not a hard stop date, but eligibility was determined as of Jan. 1. Now the new policy
Previous personnel policy stated "Vacation allowance is based upon years of service with xxx. Annual vacation eligbility is deterrmined as of Jan. 1. Full time exeomp staff 20 vacation days or 1 2/3/ ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can i sue for wrongful termination
I was recently terminated for supposedly violating a saftey policy for threatening the the work place. I made a joke to my manager after a one on one that if i didn't get my bonus I would blow the pla... applies to Rhode Island · 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

Is there any legal recourse against a union that is causing loss of work for its own members?
The local Musicians union is threatening to put a part-time, local orchestra on its "unfair list" for various grievances that are being filed by a minority of employees. Those grievances include late ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Fair Labor/Harrassment
In general-am employee of the state--with all perks that go with position as well as being "political" I have a very stressful position dealing with finance and budgets---question I believe has been a... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

can my employer discharge me even when I provided a Doctor excuss?
I am a bargaining union employee at my company and my supervisor discharged me because my doctor excuse did not state that I was unable to work on that day, but it stated that I was excuse from work f... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Sexual Harassment - Gray area?
I was terminated by my large company (50,000 employees) two weeks ago because of a sexual harassment claim filed against me. I was a professional person with 19 years experience. an unblemished record... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I am working 60-70 hours a week getting paid straight time pay NO overtime, is that wrong
I am working between 50-70 hours a week. I am on call 24 hours a day 7 days a week....unless I tell them weeks in advance that I cannot do it. I am the ONLY employee that seems to ever want to work so... applies to Nevada · 0 answers

Do I have a case
I worked for a national respiratory company for just over 5 years. I was intially hired as a sales rep (and signed a non-compete) but assumed the role of manager within the first few months of employm... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Do questionable practices of a firm negate a non compete?
At the firm I work for all staff are hired as independant contractors for the tax and liability bennefit of the LLC which is owned by an individual. There is a strong case that this is a misclassifica... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Mistaken identity that resulted in retaliation and "employee discipline"
Question: Are their any legal ramifications when an employee of "good standing" is subjected to "employee discipline" in retaliation for a formal grievance filed within the company's HR by another kno... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Do I have the legal option to sign the paper doc of the Arbritration Agreement?
Good day, I am an employee of Ross Stores. A few days ago, approx. Friday March 22, 13, I was approached by the store manager and presented with the company's Dispute Resolution Agreement which states... applies to California · 1 answer

Im in louisiana and am working for a contractor small buisness in a food refinery. Hes never copied my drivers license or given me a w2 or 1099 and i work 2 months usually without a day off i get no benefits or overtime there's no health insurance nothing
Sorry my question was so long this is my first time posting a question i didn't know about the details box anyway. I've worked for this man for 5 years and ive watched and had to work with a physical ... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Insubordinate staffing-defemation
I am a male supervisor of a team of 5 female employees. On Thursday, I was sitting in the cubicle of a co-worker and overheard in the next cubicle two junior members of my team, Stacey and Jaime and a... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non-compete clause validity for a subcontractor
I worked for a consulting firm with no maternity leave policy. The firm only offered to hold the job for 90 days. I started working in August 1999 and at the end of my maternity leave (Nov 2002) i was... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Signed under duress, conditions not met
I work at a hotel that uses an outside company to conduct "mystery shopper" calls. The hotel agents are required to follow a script while the callers are to call and make reservations. During this cal... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

What are the normal measures taken for yelling at a fellow employee and throwing paper the table?
My mom was working for Daktronics for about 4 years now and she's recently been fired from data entry position. She's the ONLY minority working in her department, and she has been harassed several tim... applies to South Dakota · 0 answers

Request by former employer for me to send them money for their mistake.
I was working for a retail company as the store manager, not salaried but as an hourly person at $20 an hour. I informed them I wanted to step down as Store manager and work at a different store withi... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

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

Disability and retaliation
I work in a specialty level sales job for a large company. In May of 2009 I took the first of a series of FMLA and company approved short term medical leaves for a chronic disease and resulting disabi... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Can I file a suit for my company failing to take action against my former supervisor?
When one of my managers started at my former place of employment, sexual harassment quickly began and was brought to my former General Manager's attention. After having a conversation with human resou... applies to Maryland · 0 answers

wrongful termination pursuant to public policy
For your review, if you can please assist me with this case or refer me to someone. On June 6, 2007 ; I filed a complaint with the IRS about the city of Crescent City not paying employment taxes and n... applies to California · 1 answer

accused of something i didn't do
I just got fired today. i worked in a fueling company as a driver. i started working there about 6months ago. Worked hard and did everything i was suppose todo i got along with my other co- workers an... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Rights to require the company to honor my hiring offer/agreement despite a policy change?
I am an Ohio resident and approximately eight years ago I was hired as an out-of-state full-time telework employee. The only difference, between my hiring and that of my coworkers, is that I work out ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

How to handle a company you are contracted through with they fire you under false reasonings
The employer my spouse works for contracted him to another employer. Last week there was an incident when a fire alarm went off. He was then inform to contact the fire dept and later instructed to dis... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Severance Package Acceptance
I am in production management and have recently been told that I will be laid off due to an obvious reduction in production orders. Upper management only decided to tell me about this situation after ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

fired for false accusation
I worked for Stuart Anderson's Black Angus as a server/bartender for about a year and a half with no problems. In my last month of employment, a new general manager was hiired and started changing eve... applies to California · 1 answer

terminated- elimination for position, cover up for disability?
Husband was terminated due to job being eliminated, however a posting went up the day after with similar job responsibilities, just a different job title. He belives he was actually fired because of h... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

I am a federal employee who was assigned to a TDY that suspended for not wearing a hardhat.
I arrived at the TDY location and noticed an unsafe and possible emergency onsite. I got out of my vehicle and went to investigate wherein i found 2 contractor personnel hiding in a metal Conex while ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can my employer change their referral for hire after committing to it?
I recently started at a large department store and then applied for a job at one of their stores out of state. I had expressed interest a long time ago but everything was on hold due to the economy. M... applies to Minnesota · 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

Retaliation for filing complaint?
I have worked at a company since April of 2017. Since then I have now reported to 4 different managers. Up until November of 2017 I had no complaints or write ups or negative performance reviews again... applies to California · 0 answers

What is the standard for defamation?/False accusations to avoid paying unemployment ``
I have been working for a small co. for the past 3 yrs. and I have always been an exemplary employee. One day I made the terrible mistake of being honest with my employeer and I told him I was applyin... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for my employer to keep me from receiving copies for my certificate form my employment f
About a week ago, I started seeking different employment opportunities; I have been working with my current employer for 6 years, and started looking for something else due to need of more money. I wo... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Forced to sign non-compete after starting employment...
When my husband was interviewing with a consulting company, he specifically asked if there was a non-compete agreement. He was told there was not. The first day at the company was supposed to be orien... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I am a former police officer who loved his job. One day asked to do something that wasn't right I refuse . Three years later still can't get job bc I have been blacklisted . I want damage paid to me cause it was more then job I love it and I have been bla
like every time I contacted you . Just give me the run around. But truth matter is I was a good cop that got terminated because I wouldn't play politics. Then I get blacklisted from getting anther job... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

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

Is this wrongful termination in eyes of law?
We were required to take a "random" drug test that made the whole company on site participate...My husband left before his was completed because our son got bit by a scorpion but I stayed and willing ... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

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

Have I been discriminated against?
I am young, black, and pregnant and I believe I have just recently been fired because of all of the above. I recently was promoted to one of nineteen Supervisors, making me the youngest black female t... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non Compete along with Commission Dispute (Michigan)
Let me start by saying that I am evaluating the move to a direct competitor (in general) and looking for some advice on my non-compete. In 2012, when I was an Account Manager, my company did not want ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

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

What should i do?
I have been working for Weis Markets for six months now. I was originally working for the local Wendy’s in town until a good friend of mine asked me if I would be interested in working at Weis as an... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

i gave my boss a text message two week notice if i was not provided with the hours i deserved and have always remained, two days later i retracted my two week notice (verbally) and via text message to both of my bosses. told them i will accept the hours t
i gave my boss a text message two week notice if i was not provided with the hours i deserved and have always remained, two days later i retracted my two week notice (verbally) and via text message to... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Pellegrino v. Robert Half International, Inc.
I have been task with ensuring our current pay practices are in-line with the current FLSA regulations. My organization has notice that there have been some talks lately in regards to how employers pa... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

Unusual case of reversed discrimination or bad management? do i have a case?
Work has always been difficult, for several of us actually, no matter what I do -nothing is ever good enough. I want to quit, however cannot afford it. its stressful beyond belief and it effects me at... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is this wrongful discharge or retaliation?
Two days ago my shift began like this- I was finishing a conversation with my wife on the phone in the parking lot when my regional manager whistled loudly at me in a demeaning manner in front of othe... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Hello I have been a branch manager for this company for 8 years and they recently had me and some others across the state take a demotion and pay cut they told us it was because they were eliminating all operations in all areas / branch managers. However
So when I was an operations a few years back the guy who I answered to was my boss had unexpectedly passed away and they had me doing the job of an operations manager and an area manager and leading m... applies to Washington · 0 answers

Do I have a wrongful termination case?
I am an independent contractor who was being used as an employee, violating IRS employment laws. Also my employment contract was fraudulent. The number of current members that I was to manage was stat... applies to New Mexico · 0 answers

Verbal agreement/non-compete enforcable?
I have been working for a consulting company for about three years now, and have been dealing with multiple issues since year one. I was hired for a position at what I believed was a good wage, until ... applies to New York · 0 answers

Church Politics
I was terminated from my job of 10 years as a Facility Manager of a rather large Episcopal Church. Every year a new "lay" employee is delegated the task of Buildings and Grounds, of which I am subject... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can a recruitment agency enforce its non-compete clause on previous employer and me if I move to CA?
I was hired by a recruitment/placement agency that placed me with a software company. Originally, I worked as a permanent contractor and was going to be hired full-time with the company, and at that p... applies to New York · 0 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

Do I Have a Provable Case of Retaliation
I was hired at a youth drug rehab center as a treatment assistant in Oregon. I worked there for 6 months and never had any write-ups, never called in sick, and had one complaint (but ended up getting ... applies to Oregon · 1 answer

I have worked for a non for profit organization for the past 20 years. I was called on Monday September 19 during the middle of my last home visit ( I am case worker for children/adolescent that have a intellectual and/or development disability) and was t
I have worked for a non for profit organization for the past 20 years. I was called on Monday September 19 during the middle of my last home visit ( I am case worker for children/adolescent that have ... applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Brief as I could be, Help me in Texas.
I've worked for my last boss for 5 yrs, the first 3yrs with no problems, promotions, annual increases, etc. When my company migrated all the business ofc's to one central location, he brought me over ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unemployment benefits being denied, Wrongful Term, No COBRA offered
Hello there. I was terminated from my position as a general store manager for a large retail chain after 6 years of excellent performance reviews. I never received a single written warning or discipli... applies to Virginia · 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

How do I make it stop?
I am a 40+ yrs. old African-American male flight attendant for a domestic airline. I have been employed for several years. Throughout the duration of my employment as a flight attendant, I have repeat... applies to Illinois · 4 answers

What defines a "reasonable" distance/time for a physician non-compete in this area?
Situation: Naturopathic physician (ND) (board certified) working with private family of investors (non-professional) who are investing capital in a new private practice in their town. Note* There are ... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Discrimination, Wrongful Termination and Wage Dispute
My husband was terminated from ******* as a result of absences resulting from my ADA covered illness and hospitalization. Unfortunately, I was diagnosed with Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy Type 1 in 2005... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Wrongful discharge & rejection of litgitimate employment application.
After explaining to my relativly new Community Development & Environmental Health director in March 2011 of the "illegal operation" of a "Tattoo/Body Art" establishment that I as an State Registered E... applies to California · 1 answer

Unfair treatment and termination
Let me start from the beginning, My husband and I worked for the same company, he was there for 13 years and I was there for 12 years, we helped to buld the company, nobody else there has been there f... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non compete gives me little choice in employment
I signed a non-compete upon employment with an evaluation company 3 years ago (appraisals, evaluations, ect..) and worked in the Quality Assurance/Control aspect of the business. I had never spoken wi... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Discrimination by district manager about driver's license
I began my job in April 2015 as a part-time sales associate. In September 2015 I was promoted by the store manager to a management position known as part-time Lead Sales Associate. At that time my dis... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Defamation and Retaliation
To begin I worked as an exempt HR Generealist and had to do an investigation in our department based on discrimination. The victim had sevearl complaints over a 5 to 10 month time frame and the suspec... applies to California · 1 answer

Do I have a valid case with or without the Right to Sue Notice
Hello. My name is Paul Hollins. I recently received a 90-day Right-To-Sue Notice from the EEOC Commission. I am trying to obtain an attorney who will accept my case on a contingency basis. I am willin... applies to California · 1 answer

Am I entitled to unemployment while seeking an attorney to represent me in wrongful termination
I started with Carbonair Environmental Systems in June 2016 and effective January 01, 2017 Carbonair was Purchased by Proact Services Corporation. My position was Controller/Administrator for the Sout... applies to Florida · 0 answers

freelancing while you have a full-time job
I work for a national trade magazine and freelance for local papers and magazines as a second job (since magazine editors don't pay much to start with). I've been doing it for more than five years. Re... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

how can i appeal a wilful misconduct decision?
I worked in a doctors office for 4 years. i was asked to go into a meeting with supervisor and manager and was being accused of padding my time card by talking to another medical provider on the clock... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

Benefits Unreasonably Denied
My wife has worked for a fortune 500 company for 9 years. We had our second child about 7 weeks ago. Before going on leave she contacted HR to make sure she had all the paperwork in order, including t... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can a company make me pay back relocation expenses if I have not signed a contract
I have been working at my present job for almost 2.5 years. The company has a good relocation package, and another that is even better for existing employees transferring to another company location. ... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Fired from my position while a customer
I had been an employee for four years. Was moved to Bar Manager two years ago. Recently the owners daughter (who was also married into the same family I was) came on board to work part time in the lou... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Does she have any legal recourse for the sexual pressure her new boss was putting on her?
A friend of mine has been the target of sexual harassment at work by her new boss. Let me provide a little background: Her husband passed away a couple months before, and she was unemployed. Needing m... applies to California · 2 answers

Wrongful Termination Discrimination & Retaliation
worked for a very large tobacco co for 2 1/2 yrs. Within the first 2yrs, I had 3 different mgrs. After the first 6mos;The first manager was unjustly fired. His replacement was in place for 1 1/2yrs un... applies to California · 2 answers

Can i get my job back or more for being falsely accused for stealing based on the color of my skin?
I worked for a certain company that needs their employees to walk out of the warehouse(floor) through metal detectors on their way out. I was walking on the way to the metal detectors and i was like 1... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

How do you combat a two-front battle?
I have addressed my concerns in my previous poat. However, I believe that it is better if I further explain my predicament. I am an African-American male flight attendant. In the environment wherein I... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Harrasment and/or discrimination due to race, gender or disability?
I went to my interviews when I was 9 months pregnant. I have informed them that I had a particular accent because English was my second language. I also disclosed that I have ADHD but that did not int... applies to New York · 1 answer

Are co workers allowed to do background checks and share information and harrass you?
I have been a stylist with this company for 2 years. Throughout the the first year and a half I kept getting called in by the owner for petty things other stylists made up about me. And they treated m... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

Falsified Review
Okay...for all those attorneys that may be in response to my dilema (of which I am truly appreciative and gratefull)or in review: here is the latest update. A true test for your profession. -My law fi... applies to California · 1 answer

I believe I was forced out of my job and wrongfully terminated in addition to being emotionally degraded by my former employer, whom I have learned that 4 other women quit prior to my employment because of this employer's treatment of them. In addition th
When my employer hired me to work at his financial consulting retirement planning office, he told me that although I didn't have the experience, I had great potential and that he believed I'd do very ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

WHEN MANAGERS TAKE THINGS PERSONALLY AND SEEK REVENGE.. I have been employed by a big name grocery store for over 20 years. 1 week ago I punched in for work and 2 managers informed me I was suspended pending further investigation. They claim they did not
20+year veteran, model employee at big name grocery store. Current title Receiver, responsibilities in a nut shell I am the stores checkbook. 3 months ago with the permission of the "Boss" my 19 year ... applies to California · 0 answers

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

Want to know the limits of companies I can accept offers with given a non-compete clause.
I was never given a copy, but got one from a laid off employee. The non-compete says for 18 months I can't become an employee of any business in competition with or similar to my company (software dev... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Sexual Harassment/Cybersecurity
I am posting this in an attempt to assist a friend who is a male employee (I will refer to him as “George” for the remainder of this post). George worked on a regular basis with an individual, who... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Charged filed with EEOC/Resigned after
Below is the letter I sent to EEOC dated 8/4/13. I have not received a response from EEOC to date. However, I was told by a former employee that EEOC sent a letter to my previous employer on 8/20 for ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

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

do i have a case if I was fired for missing a call on the on call phone while driving.
Four weeks ago I put in a formal complaint about verbal and physical harrassment from a co-worker. This co-worker is a favorite of the president of the company and did nothing when I put in the compla... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

defamation/harassment/sexual harassment... maybe?
I have a very strange situation at work. I am a social worker at an apartment complex. I was accussed by a coworker ( who I assisted in their termination because of buying and selling drugs from clien... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Would this be consitered a hostile work enviroment
Forced to change shifts because of Manager Evaluation Form History: I was hired at Verstgroup, a 3PL warehousing company, on Dec. 14, 2009. I'm in charge of the inventory. That is counting and adjusti... applies to Ohio · 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

Non compete agreement
I am considering a job opportunity and my future employer is asking me to sign the following non-compete agreement. My question is can you review the agreement and let know how strong is the agreement... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

Medical leave & Diciplinary Actions
I had taken 7.5 requested days off since September 2003. I previously had informed my employer I would be needing time for Medical appointments with specialists for my children(opthamologists,ENT's). ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Laid off due to being in the hospital with his wife and son.
My nephew was just laid off after being in the hospital with his son and his wife having surgery. He had called to let them know he had to go pick up his son from the hospital and also, had informed t... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can I be terminated for missing work if I have a doctors note for all absences?
I started my position back in 6/2011. Within the first few months I was placed under so much stress that I became ill. I had to be medicated for anxiety and then started having stomach issues which I ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can a miscarriage be used against attendance?
Employer is using miscarriage part of attendance disciplinary action? Is this okay? Told me even though I had a letter it still counts as unexcused. applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a predetermined outcome be used as pretext?
Would employer requesting an employee(this employee has an active complaint he filed 2 weeks prior) to clean out his/her desk and locker for a suspension pending an outcome of an investigation look li... applies to New York · 1 answer

I am a salaried employee and work 45+ hours per week. I am required to work one Saturday (5 hours).v
I am a salaried employee and work 45+ hours per week. I am required to work one Saturday (5 hours) per month. I missed one Saturday since I was in the Hospital, now my employer is telling me I have to... applies to New York · 1 answer

NYS Workers Compensation and termination of job
Does not pertain to me - just a discussion. Can an employee who is out on a job related injury in NYS, collecting Workers Compensation, be terminated? applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I required to use Family Medical Leave?
I have 8 months of accumulated sick leave. I have minor surgery scheduled and will only be out of work 1-2 weeks. Am I required to use Family Medical Leave? applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Discrimination
I was hospitalized for depression and now require once a week psychiatry appointments. My employer would not let me off work for these appointments and said that if I wasn't at work I would be written... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Employer will not accept physician release
My employer has asked me to take a fitness exam after my physician released me back to my job without limitation. I had a partial shoulder replacement on January 26th. I did not ask my employer for me... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

possible wronful termination
I was terminated from a very a large healthcare provider in pittsburgh. I was off for medical reasons (documented by doctor)and was fired for "not using the proper call off procedure" I left my superv... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Told them my daughter attempted suicide and was told to take whatever time I needed. Fired a month later. Do I have any recourse?
My daughter attempted suicide six weeks ago. I have had to take her to appointments, etc. they hired an interim part time CEO to help lead. I had to reach out to him to speak with me, although he had ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Dispute 12month return rule due to medical emergency that lasted 14 weeks
worked for publix, had a medical emergency could not keep in contact, have to wait 12 months to work again can I dispute this? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Medical disabilty then laid off
I was laid off one day after i returned from a 2 1/2 month medical disabilty (torn achilles non work related) all the paperwork was done and i recieved disabilty benefits throughout that time. Is this... applies to New York · 1 answer

Possible Class Action.
Possible Class Action. Company might have a policy of isolating individuals on medical leave to force them to quit. I'm a nurse for a local hospital network, and they said you had to be 100% non-disab... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

I HAVE EYE PROBLEMS THAT REQUIRE ME TO SEE THE eye doctor every once in a while for laser treatment or A SHOT IN MY EYE. CAN I BE ON FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE?
I HAVE DIABETES. I HAVE BEEN GOING FOR TREATMENT OF LASER AND INJECTIONS IN THE EYES WHEN THE DOCTOR TELLS ME IT IS NECESSARY. CAN I BE COVERED BY THE FAMILY MEDICAL LEAVE ACT? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

How do I get compisated for being in hospital then let go with no other position
Hi. In the past 3 weeks I was hospitalized for a week and sent home on bed rest for the next 2 weeks. I immediately told my manager when I was in the hospital sent him a Dr note and a release note whe... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can the employer terminate my employment while I am on family leave?
Can the employer terminate my employment while I am on family leave? (taking care of a new born child) If yes, can this termination take effect during the leave or does the employer have to wait until... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

exempt employee: not allowed to make doctor appointments. Is it legal?
I work on salary and commission. Have insurance I pay for. Dr. ordered 4 test. E.D. said you cannot go at the end of the year it is crunch time. It is also when my deductable has been met. Have seriou... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was approved for FML in May for my pregnancy (due in DEC)
I was approved for FML in May for my pregnancy (Due in DEC) and i have taken several days off. I recently inquired how many hours i had available to me, at this time, i was instructed I have taken too... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Is it legal to be laid off when returning from work after reconstructive surgery for breast cancer?
I told my employer that I was going to have surgery and would be need to be off work for 4 weeks. I was told this would be no problem. When I called to let them know that I had been released to return... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I had a stroke..and I was fired
I wanna know if, it was right for my employer to fire me....I had a "stroke back in Jan.28, 2001...The last day I worked was Jan.26, 2001..I am still under doctor's care for the stroke..I was out of w... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Being out on medical leave and returning can they not honor your availability you were hired with?
i was out on medical leave for twelve weeks getting paid by myh companies insurer. i gave them notes from my doctor every time i received one. i had two surgeries once i was cleared i gave them the cl... applies to Connecticut · 1 answer

maternity leave
I am pregnant and beginning to plan for my maternity leave. I was planning to use all my sick time. My employer is saying that they have a policy saying you can only use 5 days of sick time for childb... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

disability and fml
My employer offers a disability leave of 8 weeks (unpaid). Can I take this leave as disability and then my 12 week fam. med. leave for a total of 20 weeks? Or are they one and the same? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Termination during disability leave.
I went on maternity leave for six weeks. I had post delivery complications & spent another 2 weeks on disability leave.While I was still on disability I was fired from my job. Was that legal? applies to New York · 1 answer

Mom fired while on medical leave
My mom has been out on medical leave since around July 2002. She is currently receiving long term disability payments, but recently recieved a letter from her employer stating that she had been termin... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Can an employee be fired while on doctors no work order
On Nov. 5th 2003 My fiancee was in an auto accident resulting in a severe neck fracture and was told he could not return to work untill he was cleared by a nuerosurgeon. We have an appointment for Thu... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

We have a point system at work. Is it legal to get points for using a paid sick day with I doctor note. And I'm never sick, so I don't abuse it
I work at capstone nursing home. Are point system changes on a daily basis. 12 puts is termination. Each sick day is 1 pt. If you clock in a second late or early you get a half a point each time. They... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fired because of injury.
I was fired 2 days after having major knee surgery. I was scheduled to go back to work the next day. They stated I missed too many days, I only missed 3 total days for this, 2 of which I was in hospit... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

Can I lose my company paid health insurance while on medical leave?
I was hospitalized for 4 days and am currently under Dr care and my return date is not known at this time. My employer sent me a certified letter stating that I left my employment on my last day of wo... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

termination during maternity leave
I have been on maternity since Dec 2011. I recently applied for for an extended leave through my employer & was informed by the leave of absence department that I had been terminated (the term date wa... applies to California · 4 answers

can i take leave due to no child care for the summer
i am in need of some assistance. is there a leave i can take for the summer due to having no cost effective child care for my 6 year old and still be able to retain my employment? applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

medical leave retaliation / discrimination
I signed a form agreeing to go forward with Binding Arbitration in a grievance against my past employer. This was forwarded to the employer two months ago at which time I submitted a check requested f... applies to California · 2 answers

laid for family emergencie boss told me told me to use my vaction days shortly laid for attandance
can i sue or collect money in this matter applies to California · 1 answer

If I am scheduled to work until 6pm is my boss allowed to make me stay later than that even though it is written down on the schedule that I am out at 6 without any warning ahead of time?
I was scheduled to work until 6pm. I work at a Taco Bell and I was operating the register and when 6pm rolled around I was told I had to stay and count the money in the drawer. Even though I have alwa... applies to New York · 2 answers

Wrongfull Termination
I have been working for this employer for the better part of two and a half years. Having no sick days available points were collected as a consequence of calling off or coming late. This was a new po... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can my company cut my pay rate and give lower level job to me on returning from short term disabilty
I have been working for a company for less than a year when I found out I have breast cancer. I tried to work my job and do chemo but my company said that they would put me from salary to hourly so I ... applies to Michigan · 1 answer

I HAVE DEGENERATE HIP
how can i go about filing law suit against former employer who denied me flma right because i have never used it before and they are assuming i am faking my health problem so i was fired for attendanc... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Is a job change legal when an employee is out on short term medical leave
I was out on medical leave for 6 weeks(legionelle pneumonia). Coming back to work I am told that all accounts and people who reported to me have all been removed. only explanation is they did not want... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Wrongful termination
I worked as a director for large services company and reported directly to the CEO. The business year of 2002 and 2003 was very successful for my department, and I was awarded as �The best PS director... applies to California · 1 answer

I have been caring for my wife after cancer surgery. I was placed on unpaiid leave after my PFL ran out. The company has since reorganized and now wants to bring me back as a part time employee. Previously I was a fulltime salaried employee. Can they do t
I have been caring for my wife after cancer surgery. I was placed on unpaid leave after my PFL ran out. The company has since reorganized and now wants to bring me back as a part time employee. Previo... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer fire me for missing work due to an injury that occurred outside of work?
I recently strained a muscle in my lower leg while stepping over a baby gate at home. Urgent Care gave me crutches and told me to stay off the leg for 3-4 days. I missed 1 night of work. The next day ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I was terminated yesterday for not reporting to work while under doctors orders to remain off of work until Sept. 19th. My employer had the proper documentation from my doctor, as well as speaking to my doctor over the phone. I was still terminated?
I was order off of work from Sept 8 through Sept 18th by my doctor. My employer was notified, and given the proper doctors statement. Upon returning to work, i was fired for no call...no show. Is this... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Can an employer force an employee to take vacation, whether or not they have the vacation time accrued, because the company shuts down between Christmas and New Years?
Company closes between Christmas and New Years - can the company force an employee to take vacation, even if the employee has no vacation time accrued? applies to New York · 1 answer

Financial help during maternity leave
The company I work for has unpaid maternity leave up to 12 weeks. Is there any supplement help within the State of Ohio (temporary disability, ect). I would like to take advantage of spending the time... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retaliation claim
I was diagnosed with cancer and went out on medical leave in January, 2007 I worked from home on occasion as I felt better. I returned to work full timeon May 1, 2007. My job responsibilites were sign... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

My girlfriend has had a series of unfortunate events occur- unexpected surgery, auto repair issues, and threatening weather issues. The employer has tried to take shifts and write her up for some of these even though she had given immediate notification t
Most recently on her day off she tried to repair her car through an appointment but the mechanic had a heart attack and had to reschedule, due to the state of her car when she went in for a quick repa... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can HR lie to get me off of FML
I was currently on FML, and I was supposed to remain on it until the 23rd of March. HR told me that my boss would not approve this so I return to work on the 2nd of March. Today (3rd) I found out that... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

is it illeagal to get fired for no show no call when your off for doctors excuse?
i worked may 25 2012 got up on may 26 2012 and went to urgent care and i have plantar fissitis i have dr excuses all the up to june 7 i called in today and was told i was fired for noncall no show 3 t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

terminated
I was recently fired. There reason was because i was out on disabilty. I belong to a union. Can they do that?. 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

US Employer overseas Separation Agreement
I am a US citizen, working overseas for a US employer. My role was made redundant due to company downsizing (which I am ok with). My current place of residence (country A) is different from my place o... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was on short term disability due to a cancer. My short term disability ended in February and I was put on long term disability not able to return to work yet. I will be 58 in August. I have worked for this company for 14 yrs. I think they have retired m
Is this discrimination? applies to New York · 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

Does my employer have to save my job?
I'm currently out of work on disablity incurance The incurance is a benefit i pay for through work.I am out due to a mental health issue. I am allowed 26 weeks of paid leave. does my employer have to ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 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

not offered family leave and fired for missing too many days.
my husband had stroke. missed time from work. became sick in hospital for one week my self. fired told due to work performance. now denies my unemployment. never offered family leave act is this a vio... applies to Florida · 1 answer

time off without pay
i have several medical issues, myemployers knows this and i get severe migraines, i missed work a lot but have always taken it without pay--this time my employers gave me 3 days off without pay and i ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Is it legal for a boss to ask you to return to work full time even if your surgeon says no?
applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Can my supervisor get maintenance to unlock my desk and go through my papers as well as take all my mail and go through it without me present. Also did not return my mail
In new your under federal position applies to New York · 1 answer

Was laid off for Exhaustion of STD and it has not been a year do they have to give me a job back
applies to Idaho · 1 answer

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

Termination while on Sick Leave
I have been off of work on approved disability/sick leave. My doctor requested an extension for leave and it was denied. We are currently appealing it - I'm still off work. A colleague said they may t... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

I pay into Paid family leave if i get sick can i use it
if i have an illness can i use paid family leave applies to New York · 1 answer

i asked my employer to excuse me for work for just one day because of health issues and they denied me so i decided to call out instead because i needed to see my doctor and i asked my doctor for an excuse note so i can give it to my employer and now my e
i asked my employer for the day off and they said no because they have no one to cover me and i explain to them that its because of my health and that they needed to do some lab test and so on but the... applies to California · 1 answer

can I take legal action against my proir employer
I had foot surgery and was to be out for 8 weeks. My previous employer had me come back one week after surgery even though I provided a doctors note not releasing me from my doctors care. While at wor... applies to California · 1 answer

can I take legal action against my proir employer
I had foot surgery and was to be out for 8 weeks. My previous employer had me come back one week after surgery even though I provided a doctors note. While at work my foot bone broke again and now I h... applies to California · 2 answers

I have several factors: I got injured on the job stepping out of office due to no lighting outside missed step and fractured ankle..Doctor put me on modified work but I have been off work on Disability due to severe depression due to the loss of my spouse
Believe I was demoted wrongfully applies to California · 1 answer

Do we have a leg to stand on with PTSD and medication fail?
My husband has ptsd, recently his medication was changed and it did not agree with him. He had a melt down and had to be taken to the hospital for evaluation, Of course he missed work and his boss wou... applies to Florida · 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

What can i do if i don't not have a year of previous work with my employer because of a layoff i was
applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is this legal termination?
Requested 2 week leave of absence, possibly becoming medical for panic attacks and stress. Was granted leave by manager. 7 days later received personal belongings from work UPS. Received a text messag... applies to California · 3 answers

Can I collect Vacation hours while collecting Disability insurance while on maternity leave in California?
I collected 80 hours of vacation time while on maternity leave and collecting disability pay, My work says you cant do that and is now taking my next pay check... is that right? I was under the unders... applies to California · 1 answer

I was denied a job because I have a Dr's appointment once a month. Can an employer do that?
I received a job offer and excepted the job offer over the phone. I notified employer that I have a Dr's appointment once a month. I would be gone for two hours. I was called back and denied the job. applies to Florida · 1 answer

After calling in sick for three days, I'm being forced to resign or sign a new offer letter with a significant pay cut by being put on unpaid admin leave?? Is this legal especially when I have 165 hours of pto saved up?
After calling in sick for three days, I'm being forced to resign or sign a new offer letter with a significant pay cut by being put on unpaid admin leave?? I am an exempt employee and I have 165 hrs o... applies to California · 1 answer

pay cut
dear mel, two questions for you. 1.my boss recently informed me that i do a great job but he demoted me and cut my pay. do i have to accept this cut and if i quit, would i possibly be eligible for une... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Good evening, I been working for my employer for 5 years. 3 weeks ago they started to cut off hours. I was one of the employee they cut hours when they had another person still getting his 40 hours when he only been working for them less than a year. I ne
Good evening, I been working for my employer for 5 years. 3 weeks ago they started to cut off hours. I was one of the employee they cut hours when they had another person still getting his 40 hours wh... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Age Discrimination or Just Lay Off ?
We have a former employee who has sued us for age discrimination. The employee was laid off after one year of employment from a Part Time position and the position was not refilled due to economic rea... applies to Indiana · 2 answers

Overtime Exemption Qualifications
I recently read about a class action suit in California against Siebel Systems filed by a former Software Engineer: http://www.dicksonross.com/sys-tmpl/ibsiebelclassactionib/ It seems quite odd to me ... applies to New York · 1 answer

I am cleared to drive, Am I able to get my job back with USPS?
I was employeed for almost 5 yrs with USPS as a Sub-Mail Carrier AKA RCA. I began having episodes (seizures) that occured while I was driving my personal vehicle and then once in my mail truck. Comple... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Everything changed when i was hired and then when i ask my job was threaten
So I found what I thought would be a cool Job and I had a job that was paying me about $21 an hour to drive Bus with a CDL B. They would pay for my CDL training plus their company traing for $500 a we... applies to New York · 1 answer

Family Medical Leave
My son fell on Thursady night. We took to Er. Er did not find the break. Friday I took him to a bone Dr. He has a broke hip. He is two years old. We are going to cast it on Tuesday. My question is doe... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Help! I think I've been blacklisted. . .
I was terminated from a past employer under dubious circumstances. To make a long story as short as possible, it was necessary for me to utilize a sick day to visit a hospital -- I was having severe c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal in Florida to put someone on leave who is under a doctor's care. I have been put on leave because someone overheard I was taking pain medication prescribed by my surgeon
I was told that I am on administrative leave last Thursday because someone called my corporate office in Iowa and told them they overheard me say I'm taking pain medication prescribed by my surgeon. I... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Termination of employee
Employee misses days of work, cancel appointments, collected cash on jobs and does not turn in the monies to the company, admitts himself into the hospital for alcohol or mental problems but never cal... applies to Ohio · 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

On medical leave and won't allow me to return to work.
Worked for 20 years for big 3 company. On disability for depression/anxiety from work at the company and put into supervisor role and not trained nor paid for that duty. Put on medical leave by compan... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

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

Salary employee but treated as an hourly employee
I worked for this firm for three years. When I started working I was paid by the hour then in February 2000 I received a raise and I was told I will be a salary employee and I will not be paid overtim... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wronfully Terminated and no Union help, Iranian U.S. citizen
My wife is from Iran. She is 47 years old and a U.S. citizen. She was also a Union member. She was fired from her company after two years for using up her occurences alloted for the year. She had been... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Termination with cause question / reduction in force
I am reviewing a job offer from a consulting company in Texas. A "reduction-of-force layoff" is included in the list of reasons for which an employee may be "terminated with cause." Is this standard p... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

WRONGFULLY TERMINATED
HI MEL, I WANT TO KNOW IF I HAVE A CASE AGAINST MY FORMER EMPLOYER. ON DECEMBER 1. 2004. I WAS QUESTIONED MY EMPLOYERS ABOUT THE USAGE OF THE INTERNET. SHE ASKED IF I KNEW OF ANYONE WHO HAD USED THE C... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was called I only the h office and was accused of talking to a staff member about another staff member who interviewed to work I. Our department do I legally have the right to know who accused me. If I ask Hr to let me know who accused me do they have t
I was called into the Hr office and they informed me that I had discussed private information about a staff member to another staff member. Do I legally have the write to no who accused me. And does H... 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

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

I resigned, and now my hours are cut to nothing in the final week despite planning events. Rights?
I gave three weeks notice to my employer because I am an Event Coordinator, and had two events in those three weeks. I saw one event through, but a week and a half before my resignation date they told... applies to California · 1 answer

Medical Privacy at Work
My employer is shopping health insurance and has asked each employee to complete a thorough medical history questionnaire. I understand that an insurance company would require this for underwriting, h... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Said salary job, but feel being treated like hourly?
Had a former employer where my compensatioon was susposed to be a salary yet our checks always stated an hourly rate and as "Regular Pay". Additionally we had only 6 sick days a year afterwhich you wo... applies to California · 1 answer

My employer offers health insurance to all full time associates. They also offer paid time off (Sick, Vacation, Personal...) they claim that because they offer benefits we cannot fall under 40 hrs a week. Is this by law or is this to protect themselves fr
If I want to take a day off and want it unpaid... HR tells me I cannot and I need to use one of my PTO days... is this a law? applies to Nevada · 1 answer

Is it discrimination if other people on a 3rd Shift get a shift differential and I don't. I am not black Hispanic or anything else I am a white male mid forties.
Is there anything I can do if I am on 3rd Shift and everyone gets a shift premium except me. I am a white male mid-forties. They say I make too much money per hour. applies to Florida · 1 answer

Right to see my employee files
I just have a simple question. I want to know if I have the legal right to see my employee files. I know that my employer has put notes in my file that are questionable, and I have ask to see my file ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Okay for an employer to purposely schedule all shifts 5-15 minutes short of a 6 hour mandated break?
It may seem a little picky but it just sounds very odd to me that it'd be okay for an employer to purposely schedule people sometimes even 5 minutes short of the 6 hour so the employee cannot take a s... applies to New York · 1 answer

The Company cheated me when paid me the severance
I�m in Hong Kong. I worked for a public listed Company in Chestnut Ridge, New York. I was released last month because the re-organization. The Company agreed to pay me the severance. On the last day, ... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

NEVER GOT COMPENSATED FOR VACATION TIME........
AFTER BEING FIRED ALMOST A YEAR AGO BY THE LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, IT HAS RECENTLY COME TO MY ATTENTION THAT I STILL HAVE ACCRUED VACATION AND SICK TIME THAT I NEVER GOT COMPENSATED FOR. ... applies to California · 1 answer

I have been on a medical leave for 3 months. I returned to work for 3 days. I had to extend my lea
I was still sick and had to extend my medical leave 7 weeks. I got a letter from my employer stating I voluntarily quit and am no longer employed. Do I have a wrongful termination case? applies to California · 2 answers

Is an employer required to give an employee restroom breaks, when the privilege is being abused?
At my workplace there is an employee who takes the "average" restroom breaks that any one else does, but also takes 3-4 additional breaks a day that are an extended period. The employee will come into... applies to Ohio · 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

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

Fired for refusing a longer commute?
I would rather be laid off than fired due to the resulting benifits. If my company moves and creates a 30 minute longer commute for me (each way) can I be fired for refusing to work at the new locatio... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

how can i prove the masons are an organized gang who bully non members in the workplace?
applies to New York · 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

does my employer have to hold my job, can i be fired?
I'm currently out of work on disablity incurance The incurance is a benefit i pay for through work.I am out due to a mental health issue. I am allowed 26 weeks of paid leave. does my employer have to ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Please advise, I was fired due to not meeting standard- quota system established 2yrs ago. Would this fall in the category if 'Fired for cause'?. I worked for this company 13yrs and offered nothing.
I was an employee of FCNY for 13yrs up until 11/3/16. I was abruptly terminated in my opinion, a week prior my supervisor informed me in what we call, one on one's that my quota was good, keep up work... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I be docked a vacation/ personal day?
I am an exempt employee not eligible for overtime, however the company has a policy that if we are more than 30 minutes late for whatever the reason, even if it is a first occurrence. You will be dock... applies to New York · 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

Severance Policy changed same day my position eliminated
I am employed by a national nonprofit organization which, via a Board decision, elected to eliminate its severance plan. The organization historically has had a written severance plan and made full se... applies to New York · 1 answer

Letter stating I will not return to work.
I have been on medical leave for 10 weeks. My doctor extened me another 5 weeks. When I informed my employer of my extension, they reminded me that after 12 weeks they can no longer hold my job. Then ... applies to California · 2 answers

employee declines light duty job offer - can they be terminated
offered employee a light duty position in order to get them back to work - but they declined - do they keep their position until released back to work? Do they continue to receive any money if they de... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it legal for a county government to pay a worker less after a promotion ?
Is it legal or standard fair labor practice for a County government to promote a unionized employee to a non union management position and dictate that the employee take a pay cut from the previous po... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can my employer force me to leave early to get rid of overtime hours?
I start early and work late. My boss makes me leave early to get rid of my overtime hours. So instead of 5 hours of overtime, I'll end up with my regular 40 hours and maybe an hour or 2 of OT applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Is this discrimination?
I called off sick from work and was suspended 3 days. Another employee who calls off pretty regularly called of sick and was only given a written warning. I have never used a sick day and we are given... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Smoking in the office
My question is I was working in a small office in where the owner chain smoked in her office. I got very sick and was under a Dr. care last week. I was told this week, that everyone in the office was ... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Can an employer reduce your hours /salary after 10 years of employment
Hi There, Can an employer reduce your hours /salary after 10 years of employment to a part-time without notice. applies to New York · 1 answer

Question on suspension
My district manager suspended me, he said I was showing inappropriate texts. I have never been wrote up. And when he suspended me I still was not wrote up or told what the text was applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can you get laid off on your last day on short term disability? With no notice until you go back to work on a new schedule week?
Can you get laid off on your last day on short term disability? With no notice until you go back to work on a new schedule week? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What if an employee is retaliated against regarding a reported issue outside of protected classes?
An employee reports a director for doing something wrong. The director then gets angry and starts nit-picking the employee for minor things that are not necessary. Are they still covered under some ty... applies to New York · 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

non compete agreement after employment
Hi I am in sales and marketing. I have brought some accounts into my customer base from previous experiences and I have developed some new customers no doubt with this employer. The present company I ... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Severence pay presedents
Hi: I was recently terminated form my job which I had for one year. I held a fairly senior position and was offered 1 months severance. I know of other cases where people at my level or lower we're of... applies to New York · 1 answer

My company sold their business to another company. I had accrued vacation on the books with the former company. Should they pay me for the remaining vacation that I earned.?
New company took over July 1,2016. Believed vacation was carried over. Just found out today,November 14,2016, that my accrued vacation from my former company will not be paid. applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Should I fight this
Was fired because I left the job not telling the management after being belittled by my boss in front of other employee's. He used foul language and I got flustered and went home to get my composure b... applies to Iowa · 2 answers

Does every employer need to give grievances? And pay for it?
My brother passed needed the day off thought I would get paid for it. applies to New York · 1 answer

New Uniform Policy--Is company responsible
My company is based in North Carolina. We are a national sales support team. They have just initiated a new dress code and are requiring everyone to purchase their own new uniform clothing and footwea... applies to New York · 1 answer

Want to file a claim against former employeer.
I quitted work after 8 days of work because of my former employeer doesn't want to pay over time fee. My work hour supposed to be mon ~ fri and 9 am to 6 pm(8 hours a day). However, he always wanted m... applies to California · 1 answer

We were informed that only half of our earned vacation time would be rolled over at the end of the year. Is this legal in California?
Our company made changes in how we accrue our vacation time but has now made it to where whatever amount of time is left at the end of the year, only half would roll over to the following year. They s... applies to California · 1 answer

Salaried time requirements
Is there a limitation to the hours that can be required of a salaried employee? Is it governed by level of pay and responsibilities of the job? If so, where would I find this information? applies to Ohio · 2 answers

What recourse do I have when my employer laid me off after filing a discrimination claim with H.R.?
I was laid off shortly after I filed a discrimination claim with my employer's H.R. office. At the exit interview I was told that my position was eliminated. However the employer advertised my positio... applies to Oklahoma · 1 answer

How can I get compensated for vacation days that were held back from me?
My company told me I had only 10 days vacation last year, and that I couldn’t take the days I don’t have. But as a 9 year employee I actually had 14 days vacation. I have proved it to them and the... applies to New York · 1 answer

Exempt employee travelling WAY too much.
Hi. I am an exempt employee in sourthern CA that works at a software company. My job title is Support Specialist, although I am more of a travelling technician. I know that an employer can make you wo... applies to California · 3 answers

disparate impact?
After a co-worker quit his job we started dating (we worked together). My boss found out we were dating and fired me. There is no rule discouraging this behavior and other co-workers are dating. Is th... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

pleas e maile me soon
i got a phone call from work yesterday morning telling me that i was fired because i asked a woman who was not supposed to be parked in our lot to please move her car for the guest and she complained ... applies to Tennessee · 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

Layoff with no severance and hiring non union workers to do the job
I am a union employee and due to budget cuts the company is eliminating their entire IT dept. therefore laying us all off giving us a 2 week notice. However, they will be paying a private consulting c... applies to New York · 1 answer

How do I find a lawyer to represent me after representing myself at a Personnel Board prehearing.
I made the mistake of believing that I was capable of effectively defending myself against an Adverse Action (termination)from the state agency I worked for. My union will not represent me. The agency... applies to California · 1 answer

My Sales Manager gets demoted and takes my job.
My question concerns "bumping". I was laid off in a force reduction at my software company. I was a sales rep. My sales manager was demoted and took my job and sales territory (in New York City - the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Bonus after termination in state of california
The company will not pay me my bonus after termination.. applies to California · 1 answer

Fired for something a co-worker did -- any remedies?
I live in Houston, Texas and work in a restaurant as a bartender. (formally worked in a restaurant.) I was recently accepted another position outside the service industry which caused me to go from fu... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Firing upon coming off of Doctor recommended leave
My husband was hired for a non-union company that employs over 500 people on 3/10/03. Here are the facts: 3/10/03--Hired as JR. Paint Process Engineer 8/25/03--received 2 letters of recognition for ou... applies to Ohio · 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

I had a car accident 4 years ago. 1 year ago I started having serious back pain and I was fired
My doctor says my back pain is directly related to what I do at work. I even have medical clearance to work as long as I go to physical therapy. However, my boss says it has nothing to do with work bu... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a EEO complaint supplement a case file after AJ decision by before Appeal?
I am in the midst of a 4 year EEO case which is going to hearing in 2weeks. I have a sneaking suspicion that I will not prevail, and I will have to appeal the judge's decision. My question....Can an E... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

EEO & Fraud
As a Federal employee, I am interested in knowing if fraudulent information in my employee file is a violation of my civil rights. Although I am reasonably certain that it is racially motivated, I am ... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Full time job w/ benefits and a contract position simaltaneously
Can a person work full time as a marketer for an agengy with benefits and take on a contract position that is doing marketing in a different area at the same time if there is no non compete----in othe... applies to New York · 1 answer

abusive boss
increadibly abusive boss wanted to meet alone with him and i said i will only communicate thru our GM and he deleted my email, dismissed me and now is saying if i dont meet him it means i quit should ... applies to California · 1 answer

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

What documentation, if any, is HR required to share with supervisors about employee's on LOA?
I am the Payroll Supervisor/Human Resource individual for two convalescent hospitals in California and my Supervisor, the Administrator of the corporate office facility, would like me to cc supervisor... applies to California · 2 answers

Refuse to pay back-pay
I work for a major entertainment company here in LA as a computer analyst. Recently several of us have been re-classified as non-exempt due to a mis-classification. Since we have been working 45 hours... applies to California · 2 answers

Would I be able to pursue actions about the unfair treatment?
I worked for a corporate dental office just about two years. I became pregnant and I was not given any breaks, worked over into lunch, vomiting and not sent home, put in the hospital for stress, doubl... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My daughter is made to go into work between 7:45-8:00 am and work until 4:30-5:30pm with a 30 minute lunch break. She has been forced to leave early on Fridays so her employer does not have to pay her overtime for the week. (He initially told her to take
Hourly wage paid. Work on the admin side in a dental office. Being sent home early on Fridays so my employer doesn't have to pay me overtime after making me stay late during the week to complete compu... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

NYS Non-Competion Agreement and Former Employer
I've been working for a tool distributor (Employer A) in NYC as an IT professional for nearly two years and I have decided to change jobs, returning back to a former NYC employer, a cosmetics manufact... applies to New York · 1 answer

What can I do about clocking out for lunch and possible discrimination?
Recently got a hourly job in Austin. I have been there three weeks and been told since day one to clock out for lunch, which I do. I have come to find out and have proof that both my hourly co-workers... applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

Today I was scheduled from 5 am untill 1245 pm but do to me having overtime my boss told me instead of taking a half hour break I have to take a 1 hour break and work a split shift is the against the law
Today I was scheduled from 5 am untill 1245 pm but do to me having overtime my boss told me instead of taking a half hour break I have to take a 1 hour break and work a split shift is the against the ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Severance pay discrimination
My company was purchased and is closing it's office in NYC and moving everyone to Chicago. I understand that VP's like myself will not receive severance if they are offered a position in Chicago and d... applies to New York · 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

can an employer ask you to click in and out on the exact hour?
Our employer has stated that if we clock in a minute late or early we will be written up. When I was hired 8 years ago I was told I had a 7 minutes grace period so long as we were not getting over tim... applies to California · 1 answer

Can one employee in a department of 25 be held to a different attendance policy then everyone else?
I am a non-exempt employee who works in a department where everyone else is exempt. I have been here for 5 years. I have adult ADHD, which affects my time management and organization on a daily basis.... applies to Maryland · 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

dont understand my rights
I got a call from HR today and he stated that I no longer have a position. That I am not terminated but when I come back to work they will try to find me something to do. While I still out do my benef... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

time off for medical appointments
what are my rights to get time off the job for medical / dental appointments during work hours? Thanks so much for your response : ) laurie applies to California · 1 answer

Made-up Rule
Question: Can a new rule (law) be made up on a whim when supervisors want to remove a person from their current position? My last employer stated that all secretaries had to support at least 2 doctors... applies to Ohio · 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

DO I HAVE A LAW SUIT
I have been working at a this law firm for about 1 month as a full-time employee. When I received my pay-check I saw that I was docked for Memorial Day. No where was it stated in the employee manual t... applies to New York · 1 answer

if a position is being eliminated shouldn't there be a severence offered
My position is being eliminated, but there has been no mention of severence. Is this legal? FYI - I am an 'at weill' employee. applies to California · 2 answers

Can an employer require evening social events/12-hour days at risk of being fired?
I work remotely for an online school. The employer has decided on short notice that we will be required to travel for 4 days to the home office for a "conference." (Travel was not in the original term... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

No pay for non-billables
I work for an IT consulting company. Recently, the company changed its policy on compensation. It stated that any time that is not billable will not be compensated. This is tantamount to a huge pay cu... applies to New York · 1 answer

Mandatory Overtime for transcription
I work for a national Medical Transcription service and I am paid on a per line typed basis. I work a standard 40 hour week usually, but recently they have been forcing Mandatory overtime and this wee... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My fiance is being demoted out of nowhere and they are decreasing his salary. Can they do this?
My fiance is the manager of a jewelry store for about a year and a half. He has done an amazing job and won many awards within his company for doing so well and improving this store from the year befo... applies to Illinois · 2 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

2 family members working for the same person can they both get fired for something one of them did
my daughter was let go from a job because my husband was fired what can i do applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I refused to work on a shift that I did not sign for? I'm a Per Diem staff.
The shift where I usuallly work is hard to fill with staff. Our scheduler placed me on a schedule (because they can't get anyone to work) without asking my consent first. She informed me that I'm sche... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Is it legal to hire me at a wage promote me next day and demote me 3 day later and pay cut also
I was hired at wage and permoted next day 3 ,days later demoted and pay cut applies to California · 1 answer

When you go on vacation, upon returning can the employer change your work load without prior notification?
Worked for small company for 5 years, new co-worker of 5 months informed me she was now doing part of my job. Later she and the Contoller changed it saying it was discussed before I left, which it was... applies to California · 1 answer

What right do I have to see my personnel file?
Do I have a legal right to my personnel records after I have been fired? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

EMPLOYEE AUTO LOANS
As an employer what steps need to be taken when making employee auto loans? Thank You, Matt Geerdes applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can my boss keep being rude to me and not being professional ?
Well since she started there she has been very rude and I feel since I wrote that letter to the CEOs she has got worst. For every thing she is on me. applies to California · 2 answers

texas "at will" law
Please explain this Texas "at will" thing. What would be the best plan of action for a non-lawyerly type to have this law seriously viewed and rewritten. I do not need to contact a lawyer as I have al... applies to Texas · 1 answer

what would like to received information on what type of EEOC to file
I am a disable veteran with 30 percent I started working for VA in 1990 as an Electronic Mechanic I presently have 25 years I have several work performance awards I have never received any disciplinar... applies to Illinois · 2 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 an employee be forced to work a shift and be on call that same day
department not H.R is asking non exempt professionls to work 8 hours shift and be on call all night to return to the premises for the next 8 hour shift applies to New York · 1 answer

Disability discrimination and pretext for termination
Looking for advice on a disability discrimination complaint/wrongful termination. As a senior manager, i worked for a large consulting firm in CA (significant federal contracting). I have a long histo... applies to California · 2 answers

Can I be fired by my employer for the following in California? I was put into a role that was previously held by 2 senior managers. I didn't get a promotion or an increase and they put a junior analyst under me. I was never changed in the system to a Mana
Can I get fired by my company if I had said something about my employee (I am not her manager in the system) even though it's factual applies to California · 2 answers

Can my boss steal my shifts and give them to his son just so he doesnt have to pay me?
I started working for a small business about two months ago. However, lately my boss; the owner of the dog day care had been calling me off. Saying that there is not enough dogs to watch and to not co... applies to California · 1 answer

Laid off after telling employer I was going on disability
In July of this year I took ill with a respiratory infection. I had been working on a helpdesk and had been working several weeks while suffering from this infection. Eventually the manager at the fac... applies to California · 1 answer

Have I been Racially discriminated against?
I have been working at my place of employment for almost 6 yrs. I have been a supervisor for 1 1/2 yrs. One of the qualifications to become a supervisor is, u must have a flexible schedule & work full... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Getting a NonCompete Waived
Hello, I was recently asked to leave my employer. I am a year out of college and initially signed a non-compete agreement. The noncompete agreement is overly broad: covers a duration of 1 year as well... applies to New York · 1 answer

harrassment/defamation
I was cussed out and called a "f-ing idiot by my boss in front of several people. I would think it would be harrassment or defamation of character. Do I have a legel leg to stand on? applies to West Virginia · 1 answer

Employer curses, screams and belittles - what's the law?
Is it against the law for an employer to curse, scream and belittle you in front of all your coworkers? I've been called names from scumbag to f**ing bitch and I would just like to know the laws on th... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

WARN ACT
do you know of any lawyers in the Dayton, OH area who would handle a case dealing with the WARN ACT- My husband worked for Consolidated freightways and him and several others workers would like to kno... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Unions and mergers
I work as a RN in a local community hospital.In Jan 2002 a merger was completed with another local hospital. Now the CEO is telling us that we are part of their exisiting Union.Despite protest from th... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

forced on call
I have asked this question and did not get an answer yet. Can a nursing home single out one shift to be on call? The home I work at has done this to 7-3 and no other shift and at least 5 CNA don't hav... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

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

I work for black angus and they recently started cutting back our shifts because we are not selling one gift card per shift. Is my employer allowed to do that?
With the holidays approching the management team is under pressure to sell gift cards to their guests. However, recently they started cutting back on serving shifts if we do not sell at least one gift... applies to California · 1 answer

Can a company rehire under a job title that has been eliminated?
If you are permanently laid off due to your job title being eliminated, can the company rehire someone else under the same job title at the same location? And if they can, is there a time frame that t... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

Wrongfull Termination?
"Attendance" was the reason for being terminated. "Paid time off" is accrued and is defined as such, not vacation or sick time, at this company. At the time of my termination I still had "PTO" availab... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Ohio- Retroactive Pay Cut
In Ohio, is it legal for a company to issue a company-wide pay cut that was effective 7 days prior to a verbal notice? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer diagnose an employee with a disorder and then deny promotion on those means?
I have a friend who has a new job. The boss, a former psychologist, has diagnosed him with ADD and said that a planned promotion is off the table as a result. His workload was reduced to "see if he ca... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

401k theft
January 11, 2003 To whom it may concern, In 1997-98 my husband and I took out a loan against our 401k. Thereafter, money was taken out of every check to pay back the loan. Recently we found out that t... applies to California · 1 answer

Non Compete with No End in Sight
(consultation would have to happen rather quickly, like Monday morning! Job came up very quickly, interviewed quickly, etc). I am a computer profesional that signed a non-compete/confidentiality agree... applies to New York · 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

I don't want false and damaging statements in my file.
My manager at work has attempted to issue me a written warning that will become part of my permanent personnel file. The document states that she monitored a telephone conversation between myself and ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Enplyer won'
My employer won't put me on payroll on the claim that I am not an employee, but a consultant. I certainly *am* an employee. What can I do to make my employer comply? Is there a governmental department... applies to New York · 1 answer

Serverance - calculation of eligible weeks
I have recently been given a severance deal, the company is stating I am only qualified for 12 weeks of seperation due to my rehire in 2002. In June I celebrated my 25th year. They are claiming when I... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I get Sundays off to attend church?
Is it illegal for an employer to not give an employee who wishes to start attending church Sundays off? applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Age discrimination?
I was recently terminated from after 11 years of very good performance reviews, due to violation of their "social networking policy". My offense had to do with a personal site. The CEO of the company ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What are my rights to keep false statements out of my personnel file?
My manager at work has attempted to issue me a written warning that will become part of my permanent personnel file. The document states that she monitored a telephone conversation between myself and ... applies to New York · 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

Verbal & Physical Abuse On Job Site
I work for a new car dealership in NY State. I am in the position where I have authority over the mechanics in the repair shop, but no actual title as manager, etc. I am the dispatcher/service advisor... applies to New York · 1 answer

Cutting duties and salary
I am a salaried female supervisor who works at two facilities. The policy of my employer is to pay a certain percentage over base salary to perform duties at two different facilities. Several years ag... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Fired as a Bank Associate for being less than $90 over/ 1st time
Unwarranted termination- Do I have any recourse if I believe to have been terminated, not based on racially discriminating practices, but definitely socially biased reasons? applies to New York · 1 answer

Laid off with very short notification notice
I am being laid off with 4 days notification due to economic reasons. I am a senior developer that has been with the company for over five years. They are not going by seniority but by the amount of m... applies to New York · 1 answer

We get paid on the 1st and 15th of each month. Our Employee Manual states “Should payday fall
We get paid on the 1st and 15th of each month. Our Employee Manual states “Should payday fall on a recognized holiday in which the company is officially closed, you will be paid on the last working ... applies to Texas · 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

I have been employed for over 3-1/2 years and now Wrongfully accused of theft . I was discriminated by being the only employee SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION with NO PAY of the DISAPPEARANCE OF THE BRIDAL BOUQUET. Total time of suspensio
I have been employed for over 3-1/2 years and now Wrongfully accused of theft . I was discriminated by being the only employee SUSPENDED INDEFINITELY FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION with NO PAY of the DISAP... applies to California · 1 answer

I have been a bartender at a ski resort for 6 years. Usually they just send me an email at the beginning of the season. This year I never received an email so I contacted my supervisor by text and he replied we don't have any open spots. So after I spoke
Bartender who was not hired back after 6 years with no write ups, at seasonal job because I was told by hiring supervisor, I'm too good of a bartender to work for them again, and my open availability ... applies to California · 1 answer

when does the employer have the right to deny union repesentation.
If an employer wants to give someone a write up and he ask for his union rep does the employer have to get him union rep.or can the employer just give him the write up and be done with it . applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Employer Refusing To Itemize Paystubs
I am a painter working through a union. My employer continually pays me late. He also does not itemize my deductions. He does not contribute my taxes and does not take out my union dues. The union is ... applies to California · 1 answer

Can HR get involved if a co-worker threatens to have you fired out of work hours?
I received an instant message over the weekend, from a co-worker that accused me of gossiping about her to an ex-employee. She threatened to report me to HR and have me fired for gossiping about her. ... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

Dose my work place have to make accomadations for pregnancy restrictions?
I hve worked for the local wal-mart store for 5 years. I am 6 months pregnant and have been put on restrictions. I am allowed to work for 8 hrs. but not allowed to be on my feet for more than 4 hrs. I... applies to Ohio · 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

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

FIRED FOR HAVING AN OPERATION BEING ABSENT FOR 6 DAYS,,,COMPANY POLICY
Hi. I have been working for a candy company since Nov. 2003. In July this year I notified them I had to go into the hospital for an ascensing aorta aneurym,,requested a leave of absence.... They answe... applies to Arizona · 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

My boss is making us stay until 4:30pm but let's everybody else leave early for the holidays, just because HR reprimand him for not being fair with us we clock in, others don't, so he even fired HR for defending our rights they never told us we can take 2
Is that relatiation? Since my boss was reprimanded by HR he's treating me very hard he won't let us leave early for the holidays but other's he does. He had a pattern of practice for 29 years until no... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer force employee to take leave of abscene without pay?
Can an employer force an employee to take unpaid leave of absence by force without any reason of mistakes ? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

religion
Do I have to prove that my religion is my religion? applies to New York · 1 answer

Is this sex harassment?
This is a great site! I just recently started working as a SalesRep (at-will) for a publishing company. The pay is great but almost immediately, my supervisor (whom is notorious for being a bully boss... applies to California · 1 answer

New York State Employment- My employer is advising that if we were to take PTO on a Friday (4/9) and they mandate OT on the Saturday (4/10), we must either work that day or take PTO as it is a mandated work time. Is this legal?
We were told that if we take PTO on a Friday and that Saturday is mandated, we are required to work even though we have taken the prior day off for a long weekend applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I be terminated for performance two months after successfully accomplishing a performance test?
Two months ago my employer gave me a performance test. Three tasks were assigned to me that I had to accomplish in 2 weeks. I was able to accomplish those within the time and have the documented proof... applies to California · 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

Parents' rights
My 17 year old daughter is currently employed with a fast food chain. I have asked and been denied the right to look at her personnel file. As a parent of a minor child do I have the right to look at ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

betrayed by a demotion
I was in a positon for a year and two weeks. I recently switch locations. My new boss had rumors going around that she didnt working under her. She had a friend, she had in m ind for the job. I felt s... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer dock pay for monetary errors
My wife is a travel agent and sometimes makes mistakes that could result in her company having to pay a vendor a fee for the mistake. For example, forgetting to cancel a hotel room on time might resul... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

I have an order of protection on a person who assulted me person went to my job for treatme
Jobs fire me do i have any rights applies to New York · 1 answer

Exempt or non-exepmt? Worked ave.50hs/w without overtime
I was terminated from Japanese invested semiconductor manufactuer 2month ago. I was very angry with their(American management) unfair treatment but AZ is at-will employment State, there wasn't too muc... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Rap Music Played in Office
My boss and I share a very small office and literally sit side-by-side. He is African American and I am White. He insists on playing music from his laptop. However, many of the songs played are rap so... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

defamation or slander
i have been injured on the job and i am currently out on disability but my coworkers are continuously saying that i do not want to work that i am on welfare is that defamation and can i sue applies to New York · 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

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

paycheck stubs handled outside of human resources
I was recently laid off with severance as my position was eliminated from the company's organizational structure. Working in Information Technology, it is normal procedure to remove an employee on the... applies to Texas · 1 answer

hourly
Can a employer after you have been working hourly change it to salary? 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

Hi - can an employer offer benefits in exchange for work? For example my employer who I already work 40 hours for said they will provide medical benefits if I do several tasks each week
See above applies to Pennsylvania · 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

I need some help please
I was wondering if you could tell me if I should pursue a case against my ex-employers. I walked into an office with no staff manager etc....I was hired as the administrative assistant...hired in all ... 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

FEEL I BEEN SHAFTED AT WORK
THERES IS ALOT TO THE STORY, I FILED A GREVINCE AGAINST THE COMPANY AND THE BOSS THREATED TO NAIL MY ASS TO THE WALL IF I WENT WITH THE CHARGE. WELL SINCE THEN I HAVE BEEN FIRED ONCE.iGOT MY JOB BACK ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

part-time employee rights
Is it legal for a classified part-time employee to repeatedly work fulltime hours without being given fulltime benefits? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer hire a personal friend without interviewing any other applicants?
Our recently hired department head hired her friend as an engineering manager. This person has no prior managerial experience, yet no other applicants were interviewed for the job. In addition, the en... applies to California · 1 answer

Good guy-bad guy discrimination
A, B, C, D were star sales reps working in the same territory and we had different team leaders. My team leader had regarded me as a star and cover me with praises everyday, (so it seems like). B's te... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hi, I was informed my store's location will close in 2 weeks in NY state. I have been told i was suppose to be given at least 60 days notice. I also have a written document from HR that the store would be open thru 2019. What legal options do I have to co
Hi, I was informed my store's location will close in 2 weeks in NY state. I have been told i was suppose to be given at least 60 days notice. I also have a written document from HR that the store woul... applies to New York · 1 answer

fired for false accusation
i was accused of using racial language at work by a "customer" who reported it to the company. i was immediately suspended, then fired about 2 weeks later. The claims are untrue, and the investigation... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Harassment Bullying and Hostility at work
I have been harassed by my supervisors. I do my work. However since she threatened to have me fired 2.5 years ago, the Director has engaged in building up a series of warnings and unwarrented complain... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was hired and worked for two weeks and was let go will I still get paid for those two weeks
they felt I wasn't pickig up quickly enough applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

So my job ,closed on December 13 of this year, I was offended a servance package, I did sign the paper work, I was explain about a severance package, but how long do I have to wait for it to get deposited ,into my account
Information on a servance package, in Amsterdam ny. applies to New York · 1 answer

Merger related job change / elimination - Employer won't agree to severance.
I am a long-time employee of a major financial institution, which recently went through a merger. As a direct result of the merger, my position, as I have known it for the past 5 years has completely ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I live in Illinois, we are now
We are sheltering in place in Illinois. We have two new hires starting 3/30/30 and 4/6/20. We would like to move their start date to 4/8/20 due to sheltering in place. Their offer letter said "We are ... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

my employer wont pay me for a holiday that falls on a weekday if i ask for pto the day before or after, is this legal?
see above applies to California · 1 answer

Is there anything we can do to stop this?
I work in small notebook factory and for years they have been laying off by seniority in the company. Now they want to lay off by a point sysyem,how many machines you can operate,I don't think this is... applies to New York · 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

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

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

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

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

Wrongful termination and withholding documentation
My wife was recently let go after a leave of absence for her pregnancy. They stated it was because of performance issues yet she was never counseled or written up for these so called issues. She actua... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Husband had a pace maker inserted and was out of work for one week. He returned to work and has been working for 3 weeks since the
Pacemaker installed and out of work one week. Been back at work for 3 weeks. Today (3 weeks later) Employer wants Doctor's note to return to work. Can the employer require a doctor's note after being ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is it unlawful termination if you were terminated because the person whom you were replacing rescinded their resignation?
In interview with PVE, i was asked about my knowledge on excel, specifically pivot tables and i told them i didn't but could easily learn since i was familiar with the software. I was offered the posi... applies to California · 1 answer

violation of personal property/ failure of employer to have e mployee complete paperwork
I am a highly skilled and experienced Paralegal. I have been voluntarily out of work for about 6 months. I recently decided to go back to work and accepted a job with a small firm who was eager to hav... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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 there anything that can bedone ?
Im hispanic ..An african american came in my store and ask my boss if the "Spic lady" was in today in a sarcastic remark.. He replied no she not in today sir with respect noting that half if his staff... applies to New York · 1 answer

Severance Policey - Descrimination or not?
I work in IT that will probably be outsourced. I would like to know if this is descrimination. I had been employed there for 21 years and due to my pay scale I will receive 1 weeks pay X 16 weeks. Ano... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

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

Non-compete
I am a veterinarian who was employed by another veterinarian. I signed a non-compete clause at the beginning of employment...due to a decrease in revenue he let me go. Is the non-compete invalid becau... applies to New York · 2 answers

should i reply to a cease and desist letter
I was laid off and received a severance package. the package did not contain a non compete requirement. I recently received a letter from my former employer warning me that they feel i may have breech... applies to Texas · 2 answers

I need an attorney to review a severance agreement. How do I go about finding one?
I receive a severance agreement on 12/31/14 and need to have it reviewed by an attorney. How do I go about finding an attorney? applies to California · 2 answers

Can I take pre-approved PTO during my two week notice period?
I gave my two week notice on 9/5/2017, making my last day 9/19/2017. I have preapproved PTO scheduled (a half day this week and a floating holiday next week). My manager told me that if I take this ti... applies to New York · 1 answer

I have unused PTO hours when I left the company. I was told that I will not be getting my PTO hours since I left without notice. Is this Florida law not to get paid for the unused PTO when I left ? Thanks
I want to know if there is unused PTO hours when I left the company, will I still get paid for that ? I was told that I will not be getting paid for the unused PTO bec I left the company without notic... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Do employers have to track salaried, NON-EXEMPT employee hours?
I believe I am NOT an exempt employee, while I am a computer programmer, I am only paid about 25$ per hour, but am paid on a salaried basis. My question is, is my employer required to track my hours a... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Temporary Employer Stalking Me
I was hired and the employer and I agreed on a certain shift. I attended two meetings for which I was paid and one day of work. On starting the first day of work I was told that I had to accept a diff... 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

Constructive Discharge
What is the purpose or intent of the Constructive Discharge Statute (Arizona) if successfully proven your employer was in violation of the statute but you cannot seek any recourse from this violation.... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

1 month notice for termination of conract
I signed a contarct which says either party can terminate the contract by giving 1 month notice. It also says that I cannot work for their clients for 1 year from the date of termination. This company... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can we get this job back?
My husband was terminated from his job after less than a week of working at it. He was accused of "lying" on his application. When he asked what his employer was referring to, he was told that he left... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I was in a car accident and I've worked my company for 11 years today my boss called and told me that he will demoting me because I've been off work for less than a month on Dr.'s orders. Is there not type of act that protects my job from being demoted
I was in a car accident on February 18 hit from behind I've been off work every since by my doctor. Today my boss called to tell me and I've worked for this company for 11 years that I was getting dem... applies to Ohio · 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

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

tampering with production databases
I recently was asked to resign as I was told that I had introduced a change to one of our production databases. This change caused a lengthy period of downtime on a production application/ I freely ad... applies to California · 1 answer

i have been working for the same company for 7 years. Just recently a new company came in and bought them out, and is demanding that I sign a non-compete. My old employer never had me sign one. If I refuse to sign and they say that I must or I can't work
see above.....working for same company for 7 years..new company buys them out and demands a non-compete. If I refuse and they let me go, can I claim unemployment? applies to Florida · 3 answers

Does a company in "foreclosure" have to honor employment agreements - specifically severance pay?
My company CEO just announced to the team yesterday that the company has no cash and will be letting all but 5 people go in a mass layoff. Keeping the 5 people is for the purpose of managing an asset ... applies to Ohio · 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

How long is "temporary lay off" ?
Eight months ago the company I worked for 22 years put me in "temporary layoff". How long can "temporary layoff" last? By not laying me off permanently they avoided paying me severence pay as well as ... applies to New York · 1 answer

What qualifies as tardy in NC, and what disciplinary action is allowable?
Hourly worker, verbally notified that they would be "written up" for their next tardy. Said employee was 2 minutes late. What qualifies as tardy, 2 minutes, 5, is there a "grace" amount for NC? applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I'm a department head (manager) at a hotel and base in the NYC salary law i'm supposed to have an increase. But my manager in order to save money is thinking on take me from salary pay and put me on hourly pay. Is it this lawful?
Manager and Human Resource are trying to in certain way demote me to save money and not give me the raise that by law I'm supposed to have. Can you help me to find out if this is lawful or not? applies to New York · 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

I'm short $2,500 to= 1/2 my highest paid Qtr in 2016 for eligibility, anything I can say in hearing?
Hello, I worked doing security last year $300 a week, then coached in the fall & received my stipend in Dec. thus my highest Qtr came to $9500. in Dec 2016. I was done with coaching & working security... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is my doctor's return from LOA request unreasonable for my employer?
I am having an employment related issue at one of America’s largest companies. I am a manager at the company and a victim of overt gender discrimination from a district level manager. The situation ... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Can Employer insist on 45 hrs for non exempt?
I am Non exempt (Net Admin) but My employer demands 45 Plus hours a week even if the job does not require it. He makes a point that slary increases are withheld if hours are not over 45 average per we... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a company offer severance and then take the offer back?
I work for a company in New York(an at will state) that has restructured. They changed my job spec but said they would retain me in the new structure. Unfortunately the rest of the team was told they ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hello, Can you please answer a question for me. I have worked for a company for 3 years. Another company recently acquired us on 6/27. We will be on their payroll starting 7/24. They gave us an offer letter that basically says our role will not be continu
Hello, If we sign this offer letter(which we have really no choice) are we still able to collect unemployment in PA after 12/27? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Can I waive my FLSA right to overtime
I am full-time 911 dispatcher and a part-time police officer for the same city, and when i work as a police officer i am payed overtime because even though i am working in a diffrent departmet it is f... applies to Massachusetts · 2 answers

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

Will I be paid my back end residual commission?
I am in sales at a technology company and am about to resign my position. My commission plan is largely centered on a back end residual (for the first 6 months of any account that I bring on). Is the ... applies to California · 1 answer

Forced Medical coverage/deduction
My company provides each employee $750 annual benefit credits to apply towards the cost of medical coverage. The rule is that if you waive coverage you keep the credits and are taxed accordingly. Howe... applies to Texas · 1 answer

demanding that severance be returned
My wife was recently laid off. As part of the process she signed a severance aggreement/ contract and recieved her severance. A couple weeks later she was offered another position within the same comp... applies to New York · 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

Signing Under Duress
I am a member of a union. The company, which I work for has been forcing us to sign off on their new policies. and procedures. We've been told to write: "My signature denotes receipt and all right res... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Suing for illegal interview questions
I was asked two questions in a job interview that I believe were illegal. Do I have a family? Am I married? Do I have children, how old. What is his daycare situation? These were the first questions I... applies to Texas · 2 answers

What union rights do I have as a "casual" employee?
I am a "casual" employee for the New York Times Newspaper. I am a driver and work in their union shop. I have been working at least 40 hrs a week for them for over 8 years. At this time I am not affor... applies to New York · 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

personnel file access in Ohio
I would like to know if in Ohio I am permitted to see my personnel file at my place of employment? Your answer "In New York State, unlike many other states, you have no right to see the contents of yo... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Now if they take PTO for mandatory overtime on Saturdays, do they have to pay that time and a half?
Okay so they have the right to do that, but how can they use PTO for mandatory overtime? When PTO is for straight time. Would they have to pay it time and a half? applies to Florida · 1 answer

We are being outsourced to India. We were told about it back in August I think and received an email that we would be receiving the 60 day notice at the appropriate time and given an approximate end date of Dec 11. We are not over a week past the time we
I think I gave the details above. I just want to be sure that we can hold them to the 60 day notice and either work up until that time when we finally receive this notice or they will have to pay us f... applies to California · 1 answer

Califorina stay home order and workplaces
As far as everything going on with the COVID-19 and Califorina issues the stay at home order. My job Is telling us we have to work and if we don't we wont get paid. Our business is non essential. Is t... applies to California · 5 answers

Can they change my pay or force me to do dangerous work?
I am a office employee who is made to do several wharehouse job's and maintence work because I am a man. I am am not covered under wharehouse insurance and feel I am in danger of getting hurt. Also my... applies to New York · 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

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

Severance pay if you work in one state and live in another
Good Morning, I worked for a company for the past 10 years, I recently got let go and got a severance and I was wondering; If live in New York City and worked in New Jersey. How much tax would be take... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a salaried employee be docked vacation time if late?
I am a salaried employee at a hospital. I have been told that if I arrive late now that I will be docked pto time. I am the only one in my departement given this stipulation after being late a few tim... applies to New York · 1 answer

While I was on disability for a surgery, My employer kept calling and writing my Dr.'s office to obtain information about me, but never asked me directly how I was. Because she went to the same Dr. she tried to get information from them. I feel this was h
I went out for a procedure originally expected to take 4 weeks to recover. Due to the alignment of my hip and knee, I was given 4 additional weeks off. All docoments were sent to my employer asap to g... applies to California · 1 answer

Discontinuation of services before end of job contract.
I am having a contract agreement of 2 years minimum with my employer which mentions that in the event I quit my job before 2 years I will have to pay a penalty of 3 Months Salary. The Scenario now is ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

When does the new bill granting sick days for Covid-19 school closers take effect
Ok, My plant is Closing is June anyway.. I would of had 4 weeks vacation. Now they are saying I don't have 4 weeks vacation. and all DE schools announced they will be shut down March 16th thru 26, I'm... applies to Delaware · 1 answer

Who's shift is it?
I asked a co-worker if he could work my shift the next day, upon his agreement, we aproached our manager for his approval(Company Policy). Unfortunately, I did not return home until late the next even... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

sexual harassment what can I do
Hi I was working for this company for about 9 months this other female kept harassing me and called me names on servale actions I told the boss who is also the owner he did nothing, it happened again ... applies to New York · 1 answer

getting out of a non-compete agreement.
I have a non compete agreement working for an Executive Search Firm. I do not believe that I have any proprietary information or any "trade secrets" that need protecting. Executive Search firms are a ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Notice of lay off
Are employers required to give 30 days notice before a lay off? applies to New York · 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

Family members of the accused - retaliation
My question is simply this: What protections does a Whistleblower have against the accused's family members? The father of an accused wrongdoer is taking revenge for exposing his son's malicious behav... applies to California · 1 answer

wage payment
My husband owns a computer software consulting firm in Texas. He has a contractor at a profitable company in Dallas. This client has not paid his consulting company in 4 months, therefore, the contrac... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unfair Severance Package Offered to Me
If I work at a Company for 15 plus years and go on maternity leave and get a part-time position there and work 7 months part-time and get laid off and the Company offers me a package based on my part-... applies to New York · 1 answer

Re-organized Dept. Not Compensated, Previous Position Given to My Direct Report
My department was reorganized. The new position I was placed in is a higher grade, higher salary. I was told it was a lateral move, and not compensated for it. I do not like the area they placed me, i... applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I exempt from overtime requirements?
I will be working for an Illinois seven attorney law firm as a law clerk this summer. I will be paid hourly, based on the number of hours I work each week, no set weekly or monthly salary. I was surpr... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

My employer did not give us 60 day notice to lay off...over 3000 of us are being laid off...can I sue this employer?
My daughter works for a grocery store with over 3000 people in diff stores thru out calif....2 weeks ago she was notified they were closing all stores and everyone being laid off...can she sue this em... applies to California · 1 answer

I was harassed at my workplace last year and eventually quit due to more harassment by co- workers u
Is there a time frame in which to file a claim. I was sexually harassed at my workplace last year by a co-worker, He was fired but when others found out I reported him they all treated me badly. I eve... applies to Iowa · 1 answer

Wife Is Being Harassed At Work; What Can I Do?
My wife got a job as a salaried office manager back in March of '08. At the time of her employment, she works in the same office as the company's sales representative. Numerous times she has found the... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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 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

After 34 years of working at a hospital I was told that my position is being eliminated for Financial reasons. I have been a Supervisor in the department for approximately 30 years. In the last 8 years we had hired a new Director, At the time I was a mana
I have explained partially above what has occurred. I was not offered another Supervisor position within the department although I'm the longest tenured and most experienced Supervisor on the staff.I'... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My Colorado company is changing the commission structure, is this legal?
My Colorado company is changing the commission structure a week before the quarter ends. The company claims that the commission plan is the same, but through the quarter the sales managers and directo... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

In Michigan, my company has terminated my position. They are telling me my non compete is still valid. I believe that their non compete says they can do this, but in Michigan do I have any rights.
My company eliminated my position. I have a non-compete which is still valid. Does Michigan law protect the employee when this is all I have done for 29 years? applies to Michigan · 1 answer

Compensation for missed meal breaks.
My job requires that I, and all others in my department, work through their lunch breaks. It's an 8 hour shift with no breaks. I understand that CA Assembly Bill AB 2509 requires an employer to pay 1 ... applies to California · 4 answers

Does my employer have to pay me for accrued vacation when I resign?
I resigned from my employer and was expecting to get 9.5 days of pay when I left. Employer has stated to me that I have accrued 9.5 days of paid time off, but their policy is to only pay 5 days. I hav... applies to New York · 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

In the State of Florida, is there a law requiring an employer to allow a salaried employee to carry over PTO? Thanks!
Please see above. applies to Florida · 1 answer

SKELLY I am facing termination. My Skelly hearing was 13 months ago. I have been called back twice to clarify issues regarding the charge. Is there a time limit for management to respond after a Skelly hearing. The only proposal made was to retire and iss
I am a long term worker for a govt agency. I was charged w/ falysfying a document. The section I work has no manual and does policy changes with emails etc. I had a Skelly Hearing a year ago. The only... applies to California · 1 answer

Arizona - "Right to Work" State
I know Arizona is a "Right to Work" State. Does this mean an employer can terminate your employment at any time or any reason? 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 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

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

"insubordination" to an officer of same rank.
I was terminated by a county sheriff for "insubordination" to an officer of the same rank as myself. In our contract with the county it says only a supervisor can give a "lawful" order, and that the c... applies to New York · 1 answer

forced OT in PA?
I live and work in PA. When I work more than 40 hours a week, my employer pays me overtime, which is great. The trouble is that I don't want to work overtime; I want to have a life and spend time with... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Disablilty
In 1997 I was an employee of Time wARNER cABLE in Middletown, NY. I was diagnosed with basal joint diseas and Des Quervain's in both hands. I was approved for Comp and had unsuccessful surgery on both... 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

Hi good afternoon. My former employer sent me letter stating that i am subject for dismissal. My concern is, i already gave them my resignation letter last December 28,2019 and my last day was January 28,2020.. The letter was sent today, february 18,2020.
My eployer refuses to give me certificate of employment and clearance because they are blaming me for the lost of their client. applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer refuse to give you unpaid days off and use the excuse that you do not have enough PTO to take off?
I have an employer that will not give me time off that was already approved at 1point saying now I no longer have enough PTO. applies to Florida · 2 answers

Employer's False claims of
In 2007, I was employed with a local hospital, first as a nursing assistant, for a very brief period, I left after discussing with my boss the discomfort I felt with the position, and then a few month... applies to New York · 1 answer

My Manager is the Human Resource Managers Husband!
After 5 years of working as a Technician with this company, I have witnessed unsafe and unlawful behaviors. The concerns I have had and the processes that were unfair and unsafe were mentioned to Huma... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Bench policies for consulting companies
I was living in NC when I received an offer from a consulting company in NY. Before accepting the job, I made sure to cover issues (verbally and through email) such as the 'bench' and what would happe... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was an employee for the Florida Department of Corrections. I have recently been terminated ..
I was an employee for the Florida Department of Corrections. I have recently been terminated on the accusation of a crime not pertaining to work. At this time I am just being accused of this crime, I ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Employee Misclassified as Independent Contractor
I was hired by a company to work as an employee in their IT department as a Web Developer. After one year and 10 months of employment I talked to my employer about plans to move approximately 100 mile... applies to Texas · 3 answers

My employer has withheld payment and bounced paychecks. Can I resign immediately?
My employer has bounced 3 paychecks in 12 months and has delayed payment several times as well. The company is in obvious financial distress and I wish to leave. Can I resign immediately without givin... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

what if your working in harmful unsafe working conditions you keep stressing to your mangers and supervisors and they dont make change...instead the threatin you with your job!
Fear for my job if i say and go to higher personal other then my supervisor Ive been voicing the unsafe and unhealthy work environment i have to work in no one is listening ....I cant loose my job...b... applies to California · 1 answer

Working many hours over salaried agreement
My husband was a salaried employee with the agreement being 50 hours a week for $35,000 per year. He consistently worked 7 days a week upwards of 60-70 hrs per week and on occasion even more hours. He... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Non-Compete Length of Service
If I enter into a non-compete agreement with a new employer, is there a typical amount of time that I would need to stay employed by that company in order for it to be binding, enforceable? For instan... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Can employers erase earned vacation time?
My company never had a policy regarding vacation time- no caps, etc. We acquired another company and adopted a lot of their policies. Without notice, on Jan 1, they changed our vacation policy to a 12... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Job termination during pregnancy
I'm six months pregnant working with a company since more than 8 months as a Computer Software Engineer. Right now my probation period is going on, as I was moved to another group in January 2002. Ear... applies to California · 2 answers

This job was a non union position.
After 13 years and 11 months of service,my supervisory position was eliminated in March of 2003,and filled by a younger employee making less money as a team leader. At the time of being let go I was 4... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Manager wants me fired
I have a question concerning a hostile manager. When this person first came to my department two years ago, I was a second shift operations supervisor and had been one for seven years. This man was my... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

can an employer suspend an employee for mistakes
I was suspended for three days after I mistakenly sent an email with a trail of six emails back and forth from custom to me and then to parts dept. I had credit card information in the very first emai... applies to New York · 1 answer

Hidden Non-solicitation Clause
I was recently terminated from a sales management position and have since accepted a similar position with another company in the same industry. Upon leaving, my former employer brought to my attentio... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my company pass over me for a promotion when I have 35 years experience for someone who has none
I have been in Display for many years. My store was closed so I transferred to another branch. After a few years, the lead position came open. They hired a man with no Display experience and no manage... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Employee right to veiw personnel file.
I need that law on personnel files in Florida that stipulates an employee can review his/her personnel file. Does the HR Manager have to supervise. Does any information have to be removed. Thanks, applies to Florida · 1 answer

Is the following a form of discrimination?
I work for a 5* resort in Phoenix. I recently thought of braiding my hair.(I am a black female) I came to work one day and another coworker had her hair braided (she is white). Lets just say she lookd... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

WARN Act Violation
A couple of weeks ago, my company laid off myself and 130 others with no notice, just two weeks of severance pay. There were about 400 people in the company. I, and many of my former co-workers wonder... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I took on an additional 40 hr job while still doing mine with no extra pay increase
Recently the other office girl quit and I was assigned her complete job title along with mine. No extra payment compensation was given so I now do 80 hours of work in a 40 hour workweek. I also am not... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

No non-compete, CA employer, NY client... ?
I have been working as a full-time employee of an IT consulting firm based out of Southern California, however I live in New York City. I did not sign a non-compete clause specifically, but I did have... applies to New York · 1 answer

Illegal paycut?
I have been working as a third shift waitress for over a year. When I was hired I was told I was getting paid $8 an hour from 10-8am and that I was getting paid this because along with serving I also ... applies to Ohio · 2 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

mediation of severance
looking for a referral to a human resource consultant to assist with termination/HR policy/ CA state law/ mediation of severance applies to California · 1 answer

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

company keeping my bonus
Hello, I have worked for a company for 12 years as a store manager. As a manager we receive a bonus every year based on our sales performance. I have given my notice and tomorrow is my last day to wor... applies to Vermont · 2 answers

holding 1st paycheck
if your work somewhere over 36 yrs and they held your 1st check can you get it and enterest if your still working applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Resigned and not paid bonus
Hi, I recently resigned from my employer due to a personal issue. Since I resigned they held my bonus but paid out the other supervisors that were under me. When reaching out to someone in the company... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Older workers benifit protection act
Does the employer have to individually negegotiate a severance offer under the older workers benefit protection act? Can they offer a seperation agreement without offering "compensation over what is e... applies to California · 1 answer

is this wrongful termination?
upon interviewing for an insurance company they asked which of the two positions open i preferred. i advised i would let them choose where they think i fit. i advised i have no experience so i was lea... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Mandatory lunch break?
I am scheduled to work 40hrs per week. I work 8-4, eight hours a day. I prefer not to take the 30 min unpaid lunch that is provided by my employer. I have a coworker who says to watch out if the Dept.... applies to New York · 1 answer

signed12month consultant non-compete, moved to different position 1 year ago, is non-comp valid?
Upon hire I signed a "Consultant Non-Compete Agreement" for a 12 month period upon termination. I have since moved into a non-consulting position (same company) for over 1 year. Does the consultant no... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

is my employer libel for improper withholding of NYC taxes from paychecks?
my employer did not withhold NYC tax, only NYS & federal from my pay. Due to my boss reporting it to corporate payroll they just last week issued a new W-2 for 2015 & I've been told I have a huge tax ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is this legal?
My Fiance was told on 7/27 that he no longer has a position within the company due to a lay-off. They laid off 50 people from his company. They asked him to stay on an extra week to help with account ... applies to California · 1 answer

Do I qualify for overtime pay as a subcontractor?
I am employed by a recruiting company (The Precisionists) that has a contract with another company (Vertex Inc.) that I currently am working for. I believe that makes me a subcontractor, but I am not ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

is it legal to ask an employee what he was doing after he left work ny
is it legal or do I have to answer employee questions about what I did after I left work ny applies to New York · 1 answer

What if custmer harrast me and i kicked her
A custmer harrest me and i kick her and her boyfriend came to hit me. Now i am out of job applies to California · 3 answers

I worked for a company and never signed a non compete agreement. I recently quit because and have started my own business in the same field. The owner of the company I used to work for has stated to me that he is going to sue me. I am not sure for what???
I worked for a company and never signed a non compete agreement. I recently quit because and have started my own business in the same field. The owner of the company I used to work for has stated to m... applies to California · 1 answer

company acquired, non compete
i signed a non compete with company A. Company A has been acquired by company B. Our companies are now called, "company A, a division company B" is the non-compete i signed 8 years ago with Company A,... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is the Non-Solicitation of Clients agreement I signed enforceable?
I was under a Non-Solicitation contract with Sub Contractor (A) to do work for Company (B). Sub-Contractor (A) lost its contract to Company (B) at no fault of mine. I was approached by Sub Contractor ... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

Do I have ANY recourse against the owner of the company for forcing me to give his grandson my job?
The grandson is 21 and has already been fired once by our production manager for attitude, tardiness and absenteeism,last August. The owner brought him back just a couple months ago, WITH a pay increa... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I be forced to sign a non compete clause after working without one in my present job for years?
I am an office manager in a CPA firm. I have been with the company for years (over 20) and suddenly my boss decides to make the office sign a noncompete contract, if we don't sign it, we will be termi... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Realtor non-compete in Alabama
I am a licensed realtor in the state of Alabama and have been since 2012. I joined my broker in mid 2014 and at that time signed an employment agreement that includes a non-compete component. We just ... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Late Pay
I have been working as a consultant (W2) for an IT outsourcing company for 4 years.In the last year we have recieved only 1 pay check on-time. We are to be paid on the 1st and 15th of every month. One... applies to New York · 1 answer

Non-Compete Question
I have a question about a non-compete agreement (that I believe would be helpful in your DB). We hired a girl about 3 months ago to help us get a clothing line off the ground. She had a non-compete (t... applies to New York · 1 answer

Lay-offs and pregnancy
I'm pregnant and I'm going on maternity leave on April 27 and I will be on leave for 5 months (my supervisor has agreed to this). We will have lay-offs next week. Can I be laid-off? Our maternity poli... applies to California · 1 answer

EMPLOYER REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES--NY
I use my own cash, credit card for approved, allowed business expenses such as gasoline, T/E, Office,Printing supplies, etc. I am using my own funds, but reimbursements are NOT made in a timely manner... applies to New York · 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

Bonus Repayment?
At my previous job, I had earned enough sales commission to warrant receiving a bonus. I received the bonus, then left the company a few months later. One of my sales was refunded to a client after my... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

What if my employer does not want to pay me and I am sick with COVID-19 am i covered under ffcra?
I can feeling sick and seeking medical diagnosis for COVID-19. Can my employer refuse to pay me applies to Florida · 2 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

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

Pressured To Work "Off the Clock"
I was offered a position in a school district. The hours are 7:30 to 4:00. After quitting my previous job and starting the new one, I began to see that everybody works 10-20 hours overtime "off the cl... applies to California · 2 answers

I quit my job, due to office relocation, travel time. I haven't filed for unemployment, since I didn't think I would get it anyway. However, shortly after leaving, my co. offered me a severance agreement/separation agreement. did they do something wrong,
Due to a conflict w/ another employee at work, my Pres. advised that I needed to move to another location, since the 2 of use couldn't get a long. I then relocated to the Devon Pa office over 1 1/2 ho... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

retaliation from boss
I'm a car painter,my boss clearly favors the other painter.This painter does my boss's personal work for free.I get paid commision only and complained to the deelership I was'nt receiving enough work ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is there Non-compete still valid, if they delayed salary by 30 days
I signed non-compete agreement when i joined the agency X and started working with client Y. But agency started delaying my salary. Now they delayed salary by 30 days. So I decided to quit agency X, b... applies to New York · 1 answer

Wrongful termination & severance accepted under duress
My husband was fired after 5 years in the company for "vague" reasons. He was the Executive VP and CFO for the company. He has been given several promotions recently and a pay raise 3 weeks ago. His b... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Temporary job - can it affect my possible severance pay?
I got laid-off in April '09 and was told I could be called back in the Fall. If I'm not called back I will be terminated on Jan 1 2010. I haven't been recalled and most likely won't be. Since then, I'... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I have 10 vacation days for this year 2019. I am giving notice I am leaving. Must I be paid for those ten days?
We have a vacation sheet in our cafeteria that states I have 10 vacation days for this year as of Jan 1st. I am giving my notice. Must they legally pay me for those 10 days of vacation? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is there a dollar range on wrongful termination cases?
In a federal case/wrongful termination is there an amount given to the jury to decide on compensatory and punitive damages? applies to Texas · 1 answer

Fired for a bad back...
A little over a year ago, I was involved in an auto accident that left me with a lower back injury. I got a job in a factory as what they term a "secondary." Basically, I am supposed to learn all of t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

reduction in pay to meet OT requirements w/o increasing costs
The employee is non-exempt and works approximately 10 hours per week in OT. This has been occuring regularly for several years. In a sudden effort to reduce costs, the company wants to cut the employe... applies to Texas · 1 answer

PTO Payout Laws
Is it against PA law for an employer to only pay out 50% of my earned PTO time? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

4 sentence non-compete. How valid is this?
My non-compete is exactly as follows: "12. Restriction on post employment competition. For a period of (1-1/2) years after the end of employment, the employee shall not control, consult to be employed... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Does new COBRA rule apply to me?
There are new COBRA rules (part of the Economic Stimulus Act) allowing for a 65% subsidy of a terminated employee's COBRA premium. I am trying to determine of I am eligible for this benefit. I was inv... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Current Employer Blocked Me From New Job
I have been working as a department lead for a grocery store for four months. One of my distributors changed routes, leaving his sales rep job open. I interviewed for the position, and was told that m... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I have a lower ranking person who reports into me who is calling my superiors making false accusations about my behavior every time he does something he could get in trouble for. Defamation? He has also written a fake review and named me in a circumstance
I have a lower ranking person who reports into me who is calling my superiors making false accusations about my behavior every time he does something he could get in trouble for. Defamation? He has al... applies to New York · 1 answer

How do I know I am a full-time employee?
My employer has me as a part-time employee yet for the past year I have been working forty-hours a week. Yet since I am a part-time employee I do not get the benefits of a full-time employee such as v... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Can negligent retention suits pertain to public safety employers?
I understand that there are certain laws to protect public safety workers from civil suites. However, if there is documented proof that a public safety employee (ie a 911 dispatcher) in incapable of d... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

There's more behind this but no sense in getting into it unless we know the contract can be voided.
Our board of directors is dealing with a founder/CEO who resigned approx. 2 weeks prior to the termination of his contract. He feels he is due a number of things (cash, stock, options) under his contr... applies to California · 1 answer

didnt get payed what was promised
i recently joined a courier job. the owner had promise me gas money plus good pay raging from 300 to 500 dollars a week. well i worked my first week and put 1000 miles in my car put 150 dollars in gas... applies to Florida · 1 answer

how to find out whats in my personnel file
i worked for the clinic for 13years. when i asked for a tramsfer waiver. i couldnt get a job anywhere with the clinic they kept telling me they picked someone one else. even though the position i appl... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Hello I like to know if I can file a discrimination lawsuit against my employer. I was fired and I was verbally abused for something I did not do and for something I did not say. I was fired for something another crew member said about the company. I was
I was fired for something I did not say, and when found out I was not the one who stated these bad things, I was suspended for being late instead, BUT, he kept the bad crew member who was proven to ha... applies to New York · 1 answer

Salary or Hourly??????
I am paid on a salary basis. I do not get over time if I work over 40 hours. I was informed recently that my boss does not pay for sick or holiday time. However, he did not let that be known until he ... applies to Ohio · 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

Is a no compete contract void if you leave a business and then come back after 9 months?
About 4 years ago a signed a non compete contract for if I left my employment. I did leave for 9 months and then went back to the same job. I have not signed anything since I've been back for a year a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I work for a home health care company and only work for one specific client. The client is going to drop this agency I work for and is trying to get all of the nurses to sign with the new agency she has chosen. We all signed a non compete agreement. it sa
We (the nurses) got a letter from the prospective employer stating that we have nothing to worry about and we can go to work for them and not worry about a law suit. The current company sent us a lett... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

independent contractor held to non compete agreement
I am an independent contractor in a hair salon. I sign a lease annually. There is a non compete clause in this lease, stating that I cannot work within a 10 mile radius for a period of 3 years. I have... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Is this non compete enforcable?
My employer is offering to move me into an office position after 11 yrs. I have been working in the office here and there for about 2 yrs now. Now they are offering to train me in sales. In order to m... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non-compete invoked by one subcontractor against another
I'm currently under contract to a subcontractor, who pays my salary, and 1/2 health benefits, to provide tech support for a company (heretofore referred as the client.) The client is moving operations... applies to New York · 1 answer

retaliation/harrassment for whistleblowing-county protected
in july i turned in friend of Administration and "one of their own" into fraud hotline for suspected theft,gross abuse/personal gain of baby supplies costing thousands of dollars to county. The person... applies to California · 1 answer

I resigned from a position due to stress caused by Hostile work environment do I have recourse
I was employed by the Comm. of Mass/DDS for four years. I was a Residential Supervisor 2, I managed two group homes for individuals with MR. After working my first year successfully, I notice, as did ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Terminiated After Giving Two Weeks Notice
I gave my job two weeks notice that I was leaving the company. On the day that I handed my notice and they told me to leave the company and not to return. The company handbook states that" an employee... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Do I have the right to see documentation of an alleged complaint against me?
I have worked for the same company for 4 years now and I am well respected by my peers. The company recently made several changes which has resulted in a wider gap between clinicians and middle manage... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

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

Employer compliance with personnel policies
Does an employee have any recourse when the employer is violating it's own personnel policies? Specifically, not providing performance evaluations and not providing the necessary tools and information... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Without representation, do I have to speak to opposing counsel?
US District Court Case, ADA discrimination District of Hawaii specifies that parties must have a "meeting" at least 21 days prior to the Scheduling Conference. Failing to secure counsel thus far, do I... applies to Hawaii · 2 answers

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

What can an employer reveal about their employee to a possible new employer?
Before I begin, I would like to thank anyone who reads/answers my question for your time.I am unable to pay for a consultation, my husband and I live week to week-but I understand completely if you do... applies to New York · 1 answer

Relocated to "no job" company holding me responsible for relo. exp.
Tried to summarize...there's alot more to it...summary after questions.(I am willing to pay for a consultation in Dallas or Houston)... Q:Am I responsible for repayment of relocation? (see below summa... applies to Texas · 1 answer

contract signed in india under duress
I am a teacher. I was made to sign a service contract and promisory note in India which stated that I have to pay an agency fee of $6,500 + attorney fees of $1000 in exchange for a job offer. I was ne... applies to Texas · 1 answer

non-compete question
I recently went to work for a pet sitter and signed a non-compete agreement. Things have not worked out between us and she sent me an email stating "I've decided I need everything from you that belong... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Enforcing a No Compete Clause / Unpaid Bonus
I was offered and accepted a position in which I was given a signed agreement letter that promised me a set salary and benefits package. In return, 9 days later I agreed to sign a "Covenant Not to Com... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

Selective Layoff
My wife got layoff two weeks ago and later she found out the mojority of the layoffs are oriental people and also parents who need to leave early to pick up kids from school even they have put in more... applies to California · 1 answer

Fear of retaliation.
I have worked for my present employer for 7 years. Last year I transfered to a different department. My new Director manages us by scare tactics and intimination. Recentlly he wrote me up stating I wa... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Constructive termination, daily explosive stressful atmosphere.
After working for the same company 5 years, owner one day demanded my resignation after coming in late without calling in. I was only sales person, each year better than previous, working on best year... applies to Texas · 2 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

Evaluations being shared with others.
I am a Computer Technician for Lorain City Schools. My supervisor tried to force me to go to a voluntary district party. I inturn reported his intimidating conduct to HR. They informed me I was not ob... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Sign this or get terminated...
Recently, my employer is requiring a portion of the staff to sign a "code of ethics" agreement. While I find the contents agreeable for the most part, there seems to be a good portion of the contract ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Is my non compete agreement enforcable?
It is a part of my employment agreement and there are aspects that seem overly broad like an entire industry and all of the US. applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Should an attorney help write my severance agreement?
Do I need an employment law specialist to have a constructive termination/severance agreement written? My case is unique in that I am not being let go, but I think it would be best for both me and my ... applies to California · 1 answer

victim of accident at the work place
I am a school bus driver of 19 years. As a victim of school bus verses a pedestrian at the work place, no action was taken. I have notified my local union and employer in writing and verbally on numer... applies to New York · 1 answer

I am paid less than the Sheriff and not paid OT for days off I work.
I am a corrections ofc. for a private corp. and sometimes we have to pull hosp. duty. I make $9.50 hr. At my job. The marshals pay the co. $12.00 hr. When I work the hosp. The co. Only pays me $9.00 h... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can I get my vacation pay?
I resigned from my position. I received final commissions, but no accrued vacation pay. I asked verbally to the owner 3 times and then in writing. I got a pesponse that said that vacation had to be us... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

2 weeks notice mandatory?
Is it wrong to give only a weeks notice? I have to start a new job in a week or so so I am unable to give two weeks notice. I have not signed a contract. applies to New York · 1 answer

my employer is closing their office but is moving to another location. They will not be able to pay me for the duration of 8 weeks while they are renovating. Technically, i am unemployed but i'm also promised a position once they are finished and ready to
worked at office for 7 years. employer is closing this location and company and will be opening a new company at a new location. they need to renovate the new office and during that time they can not ... applies to New York · 1 answer

What can I successfully do from a legal standpoint? My Public Sector Job
Retaliation: informing management/HR because it will ruin your performance reviews. Motto: "if you don't like it, I will make you quit". Inconsistencies in their advice, and procedures. Extreme workpl... applies to California · 2 answers

If I work 10 hours a day am I entitled to 2 hours of overtime for that day?
Normally we work 8 hours a day 5 days a week, but recently we have been working 10 hours days. During the memorial day period we had a paid holiday. The boss said we will not be paid OT for the ten ho... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

harasssment abuse
i had been contacted by a temp agency saying they found a great job for me. they offered full time employment and a lot of money. at my first day on the job, the building was disgusting,dirty inadequa... applies to New York · 1 answer

COMPENSATION FOR A PAID HOLIDAY
The company I work for has a policy in place that will not compensate you for a holday unless you average 35 hours a week during the 4 months prior to the holiday. This contnues throughout the year. I... applies to California · 1 answer

My employer granted me paid maternity leave for my 1st child, is he allowed to not give me a paid maternity leave for my 2nd
paid maternity leave to non paid applies to New York · 1 answer

Is a "no braids" rule discriminatory if I am the only one with braids?
Is it job discrimination if you are told that braids can not be worn and you are the only person that it is said to and it is not in the company manual? (and at the time that it was said there were no... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

I was laid off due to lack of work. In Ohio can I be replaced with new employee just because the supervisor does not like me?
Company could not get certified through the state. Had to close until such certification could be granted. A new supervisor was hired prior, who does not like me and wants her crew to work with her. I... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Job Elimination
I have worked for a large corporation in the same department for 12 years. Six months ago, they changed department head and have let people go with severence packages. I'm at the point where my job re... applies to New York · 1 answer

Singled out for paycut
My employer recently cut my pay from $11 to $9 an hour claiming that business was down and he cut my hours too. However even though he claimed that everybody was getting a pay cut, I found out that I ... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

Is a company liable for a customer's discrimination?
Is a company responsible for discriminatory actions of its customers? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Ft. Worth or Dallas. Just need good lawyer to help.
Retaliation Ft. Worth is 25 miles away and Dallas is 35 miles away. Either would be fine. I need a lawyer who can handle and is not afraid to go up against UPS. applies to Texas · 1 answer

Forced 401k plan
The company i was working for was bought out by somebody else.I knew I was going to get a pay cut, but it is a lot more than what I was told.The benefit package that we were promised still isnt togeth... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

What is indirect competition?
Until recently, I had worked as a practitioner for the same employer for a period of ten years. Shortly after my original hire date, I did sign a non-compete agreement which prohibited both "direct an... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

non compete agreement
I signed one non compete agreement with subcontracting company.now they are enforcing me not to join client.but he didn't sponser my H1B,nothing he didn't do for me.but he is telling that I will file ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

wrongful termination
i am a veteran looking for a lawyer that will take a wrongful termination case and thatis knowledgable wth the mspb system can you please help? applies to Texas · 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

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

Contract relinquishing rights to unemployment insurance?
Do I relinquish my rights to unemployment insurance based on the following paragraph in my Employer /Employee Contract? You understand that you are giving up any rights/claims which you may have under... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I be fired 3 days after handing in a "temporary full disability note" from my doctor?
On May 17th, 2011 I handed into my employer a note from my doctor placing me on temporary full disability. On May 19th. 2011 I received a work email with the following: Jeremy I am assuming at this po... applies to New York · 1 answer

Retaliation
A former state supervisor informed a prospective employer at a state agency that I was not rehireable. However, I have proof in writing from Human Resources that I am. The EEOC is investigating. I hav... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non-compete across multiple state lines?
I signed a non-compete agreement upon joining Company A in late 2001. Company A's HQ are in TX, though I signed the non-compete in CA upon joining a division of Company A that was based in CA. I left ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

My old employer sent me a Bill for the dept of labor and wants me to send a check to my old employer. What should I do? I would think the Dept of labor would bill me if I was over paid. It looks like my old employer wants me to pay what they owe the dept
My old employer sent me a Bill for the dept of labor and wants me to send a check to my old employer. What should I do? I would think the Dept of labor would bill me if I was over paid. It looks like ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Demotion and pay cut.
As an employer for a county government department, am I allowed to demote a person and reduce their pay at the same time? applies to Texas · 1 answer

harrasment or discrimination?
I had a question for you earlier, but left the wrong e-mail address. Sorry about that. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Salary vs. Hourly
I am an hourly employee. My hourly wage is determined by $25000 a year, so it comes out to $12.02 an hour. When I am paid they just divide my $25000 by 24 or twice a month and that is what I am paid, ... applies to California · 1 answer

Severance and vacation pay
I was terminated January 9, 2004 due to restructuring of the department. I was employed by this company for 12 1/2 years. I had also accumulated 4 weeks of vacation of which i had not taken any of the... applies to Illinois · 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

Harrassed by a co-worker, what can I do?
Okay - Here is the skinny (site lost my original post). I have worked with Dave for over 5 years. He has made life miserable by making sexually oriented comments, rude remarks, & mean remarks that wer... applies to California · 1 answer

Worried about signing Seperation Agreement
5/10/07 I was told I was "Permanently Laid-Off" and was presented with a "Separation Agreement & General Release" document. Item #1 states "Employee will resign their employment effective May 10, 2007... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am currently working at a Plainview, NY location, my company filed bankruptcy and the company that took over is moving us to their Great Neck location. I am a paraplegic and my 81 yr old mother drives me to work and it would be too much for her to drive
As I mentioned I can not go to the Great Neck office because my mother drives me since I am disabled and can not take me to that location and get to her job in time. I want to know if I can get unempl... applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I entitled to a severance package if I only worked 1 year?
Can I receive a severance package if I only worked 1 year? applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

How do I report a illegal timesheet edit without disclosing my identity?
Due to the fact my shift ends during lunch time, I never get off on time however, I've recently noticed that my time sheets have been edited to show that I'm clocking out on time. When management was ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

2 weeks notice
I have two weeks notice on March 25, 2005, in an email (which I unfortunately did not save a copy of). On March 26, 2005 at 2 pm, I was told that this was my last day and that I could leave immediatel... applies to New York · 1 answer

DEMOTION IN JOB TITLE AND PAY/ EMPLOYERS REJECTION FOR A PAY-OFF
Hi am GO I have an issue currently in my office and it has to do with demotion both in title and pay check. My company has been new acquired by a new company and the new company without ending the pre... applies to New York · 1 answer

My supervisor disclosed false personal information about me to my physician. Is this defamation or a violation of privacy law?
I work for a nonprofit health care provider serving individuals with chronic diseases including substance use disorders. I am in recovery. My supervisor, who knows my substance use history, went out a... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Is this retaliation
The administrative staff asked for a meeting with two owners to voice our concerns of needing help. We were down two people in our dept due to downsizing and couldn't keep up the pace. We also asked w... applies to Vermont · 1 answer

I was fired after 2 weeks because I am slow
I have a learning disability I started working at the Intrepid museum preparing food I was doing good an employee went to complained to my supervisor saying that I'm too slow so I was fired what can d... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fired for not working mutiple weekends in a row.
Can a company fire an employee for not working on the weekend, if that employee is hourly and signed no contract stating that they would work weekends. Reason for not working the weekend was due to ex... applies to California · 1 answer

Non-Compete Agreement without a Signature
My foremer employer is claiming I signed a Non-Compete agreement, yet I'm 100% certain I haven't. Is there any legal recourse my former employer can take without a signed copy of the Non-Compete agree... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my employer tell me I can only take my vacation between April and September ?
Worked there for 5 years and now can't take vacations in months I normally do applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Settlement Amount
I've sued the county due to sexual harassment and a hostile work environment. The lawsuit was filed in federal court by my ex-attorney. I am now without counsel and the county has scheduled a settleme... applies to California · 4 answers

holding paycheck for not cleaning vehical
My husband works for an electrical company who is holding his paycheck until he cleans out his work van, it is company issued. Is this legal? and for how long can he hold the check. Technically he was... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retroactive pay decrease & OT back pay
My husband's co. recently had the IDOL come in, and now they have to pay out OT. He is getting back pay, but only at half pay, and they told him today that they are lowering his hourly rate by $3.50, ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Unemployment benfits for quitting
I have worked for for same company 15 yrs. As a Quality Manager. 2 years ago we were bought by large corp. The turnover has been trememndous. I am doing mutiple jobs, working 12-14 hrs a day. We have ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Unfair severance pay
My Company has a written severance policy that gives two weeks pay for each year of service, the policy was written in 1998. In 1999, my company laid off about 20 people and gave them 30 days notice, ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

wrongful termination
can i be fired for voilating company policy that i didn't know existed. applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Forfiture of commissions upon voluntary termination
In Texas, is an employment agreement provision calling for the forfiture of earned but unpaid sales commissions upon voluntary termination of employment legal? Specifics: Texas work-from-home rep of C... applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

Offer Letter / STD
I've been working at the Tribune for nearly 4 years now, but less than 2 as an "employee". When I was offered a job as an employee, it was for $30k less than I was making as a consultant, but they off... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Replaced with Younger employee
About 2 months ago my company hired a Field applications Engineer for the west cost . Since this was also my title, I asked my supervisor if he really thought that we needed two FAE''s on the west coa... applies to California · 4 answers

overtime pay for more than a eight hour day
I have two questions about overtime. First, if i,m a hourly employee and work more than a eight hour day am I intitled to overtime pay of time and a half. Which I am not recieving from my employer.Sec... applies to California · 2 answers

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

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

Pregnancy Discrimination
I am currently in an employment discrimination case with a Fortune 500 company. I worked for them for almost 6 years, was a vested employee, and two days after disclosing my pregnancy they terminated ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

found recording in the boss's desk
My supervisor taped a recording of a conversation he had with my co worker. We don't trust our supervisor, and when he left work today, I snooped around his desk and found the audio recorder in the to... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Will signing a non-solicitation agreement put me at risk of being sued when I leave my employer?
My employer has given me a "Confidentiality and Non-Solicitation Agreement" that they want me to sign. I hesitate to sign it because if I ever leave the company, although I would not try to steal thei... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

can earned vacation be taken away because change of policy
i had 12 days vacation already earned and was informed that in jan everybodys vacation would start over if you had any vacation left that it would be lost starting january 1st and start overthen and c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

if i can be fired for not working mandatory ot can i take vacation time on the over time day
we work every weekend and get writen up for not coming in applies to New York · 1 answer

i live in new york state. Charter bought Time Warner. The purchase took place May 18, 2016. My position is being eliminated 1/8/17. Since it is under 1 year, am I entitled to severance?
I live in New York State. Time Warner was sold to Charter on May18, 2016. My position as a work at home ends 1/8/17. I am over 50 miles from a call center. I believe that by law I am entitled to sever... applies to New York · 1 answer

I work on a remodeling crew. We go into private residences to work. I left work yesterday because of a smoking customer. What are my rights here? Do I have to breath smoke just because of my job? Or does my employer have to provide me with a smoke free wo
My question provides all the details. I have to go into private residences for work. I'm allergic to smoke. What are my rights? What are my employers rights? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

IL - Commissions upon termination
Our company pays our sales reps commission when payment is received from the customer. If the sales rep is terminated, are we required to pay commission when the payment is received from the customer ... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

Is it NC law that employers share severance package information prior to selling the company?
My company has shared that they are considering selling the business. Will won't know the final decision for several more months. They are, however, going to be sharing the details of our severance pa... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can employer hold back commision from a base pay?
I am paid a base pay plus commision. My contract reads I will recieve a base pay of $500.00 plus commision. When I sell something and process the paper work I get all the commision in my next pay cycl... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Bonus Entitlement
I worked for a company for over a year. The bonus for that year is distributed in March of the following year. I was released from the company in February. Am I still entitled to my share of the bonus... applies to Illinois · 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

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

termination prior to end of 90 day probation
I am 2 days away from the end of my 90 day probation period. I have been in detox for 4 days and have been advised to go into inpatient treatment. Can I be terminated if I am in the hospital? applies to Texas · 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

What is the fastest way to stop retaliation?
retaliation for being witness in EEO, filing EEO in past, witness to supervisor complaint, document witness to complaint process, possible age discrimination, possible female discrimination, health di... applies to California · 1 answer

Subcontractors getting paid by the hour not by the job. Are we entitled to overtime?
I work for a company based on Ohio State campus that rents homes to college students. On a average week we work about 50 to 55 hours a week. But during the month of September while the kids are gone w... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

in new york state my boss gives 18 paid days off per calander year. he rquuires a 5 day notice per day requested. do i have to ask for time off when it is earned allready?
do i need to request time off when the time is already earned? applies to New York · 1 answer

I was recently terminated from a hospital for breaking policy. The policy was broke while our department was outsourced to a 3rd party company. The company later took back our department in house. The incident happened while with the 3rd party in July. I
Termination applies to Ohio · 1 answer

non compete
I am an independent contractor massage therapist. About a year ago I signed an agreement with a booking agient. I was NOT an employee, but an IC, taking care of my own taxes, etc. There is a non compe... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Servance
I was terminated from my employment. We have a servance package that includes 4 weeks pay for every year worked. I worked there 7 1/2 years. Am I entitled to still receive my servance package when no ... 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

Are employers allowed to limit the amount of hours an employee works in a season?
I am a seasonal employee for the City of Highland Heights. I have worked as a lifeguard for six years and a swim coach for four years. This summer when I received my contract for coaching it stated th... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

No compete in Texas automotive field
I am a corvette technician,24 years expirience working for the same company for three years and now they want a no compete singed or im terminated. This is all I do and I paid for my training and scho... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Severance
My company is closing we were told we will receive a severance pay. We recently found out a new company will be taking over the business. We will still have jobs under the new owners. Will our present... applies to New York · 1 answer

Sexual harassment question
A few girls came to me and asked me some sexual questions, I replied to stop, it went on for a few weeks. When I told my Union about it 6 months later her encouraged me to file and EEO. I didn't repor... applies to California · 1 answer

The reason for termination was given as a reorganization due to WTC . Additional facts are available
I feel that I have been dicriminated against due to my age (52). I was terminated and the job was given to a younger less qualified individual. applies to New York · 1 answer

Lost my job due to an error on my degrees
I was working as a temp when the company asked me to become permanent after 4 months. The company HR expert, Insperity, gave me an application, they did a background check and found that their was an ... applies to California · 1 answer

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

Non-compete prevents me from returning to old employer
This letter concerns a "non-to-compete" agreement I signed with my employer. I have been at my current employer, 3 months. When I was hired, they asked that I sign the agreement and I did. Now I am be... applies to New York · 2 answers

Discrimination By Retaliation
Question is:: I felt at my job that I was being forced out so I quit. The Following is why i felt this way..I talked to the manger of a store to let her know that her son (who works there also) was do... applies to New York · 1 answer

When factoring the difference when not making the min. wage as a tipped employee is this done daily?
For example: you work as a bartender and in the course of a shift you do not make, with tips, what amounts to to Ohio minimum wage and are being paid half the min. wage. Is the employer responsible fo... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

This was done during an investigation of a training session.
Is it legal for a representative of a company to ask an employee if they have a personal relationship with another employee outside of work? There is no company policy against this. Thanks. applies to Texas · 3 answers

More Time
I filed a gender discrimation complaint with my state as well as the eeoc. The employer has asked for more time to reply to the charge. What does this mean for me? and my case? Is it good or bad? applies to New York · 1 answer

"Job Elimination" two days after notification of pregnancy
I was let go of my company two days after I notified them of my pregnancy. They stated that my position had been eliminated with no other explimation. There is now a male employee that assumed the dut... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Sevarance
I was terminated from employment after 2 years because I was "not working out." I have received 2 performance increases. Totaling $10000.00 (annually) I reported to the VP of Operations, who implied t... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Statue of Limitations on Unlawful Termination
What is the Statue of Limitations on Unlawful Termination in New York State and Federal. applies to New York · 1 answer

What are the laws in IL for bathroom access in a very small company?
I know it sounds stupid, but what are the laws in IL for bathroom access in a very small company? I'm the office manager of a very small company. I am generally the only person in the office. The offi... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

My offer letter states that my regular hourly shift is 7.5 hours but I worked 8, is that overtime?
In the past months (2) my boss extended to 8 hours with the promise of make it official soon. Now 2 months later he is coming to us saying that we are going back to 7.5 hours a day. My question is: ho... applies to New York · 2 answers

Discrimination/Retaliation/Harassment - pick one......
I have experienced a discriminative hostile work environment on a daily basis by my immediate supervisor. As a result, I�ve been diagnosed with severe depression; panic attacks, as well as high anxiet... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Temp employee discrimination complaint
I was employed through a temporary agency with a large telecommunications industry as a temporary employee. Do I have the right to file a discrimination complaint with EEO against that company even th... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Non-Compete Question
I moved to PA a little over two years ago and was hired by a company that is in distribution. One of the conditions of hire was to sign a non-compete agreement. I had lived in another state for the pr... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

arbitirations
the arbitiration agreement my employer wants me to sign says i waive my right to a jury trial and that i cant sue for punitative damages. Are they allowed to ask me to sign a agreement that makes me g... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is this a case to bring to court?
So I just got fired from walmart because of my points. I got the termination letter in the mail today and on letter it states that my termination was involuntary but in another one it states that my t... applies to New York · 2 answers

Can a salaried employee be docked holiday pay?
I am a salaried employee. Our handbook states the employee must work the day before and the day after the holiday in order to receive holiday pay. I was out sick the day after a holiday. I have PTO ti... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

Is this a hostile work enviroment and am I eligible for unemployment?
Event 1: Boss said I was not doing my job and screamed at me. Event 2:Boss asked me "am I on something". Said I am not doing my job. Blamed me for not 'tattling' on co-worker for not connecting scanne... applies to Texas · 1 answer

can a employer tell you that you can take two weeks vacation till you earn it.
I will be one year with my company in March, 2017. After that I am entitled to two weeks vacation. my boss told me that I can not take one week or two week in March because I have to earned it. He sai... applies to New York · 1 answer

?
I was recently given a written warning that my productivity at a Texas Pawnshop is not up to par...Management stated that they thought one of the reasons for my so called drop in my work performance w... applies to Texas · 1 answer

How to get copy of a signed non-compete aggreement from former employer
I have asked my former employer for a copy of a signed non-compete agreement during pre and post-employment period. Former employer is not giving me a copy of signed non-compete agreement. How can I g... applies to New York · 1 answer

Legal Counsel in Austin, TX
Do you have legal counsel in Austin, TX who specilizes in Employment laws? Is he or she certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization? applies to Texas · 1 answer

do I need a sick day for a 1 day absences
I contacted my direct supervisor the night before stating I would not be in the following day. My supervisor responded "that it was not a problem" his supervisor then required a dr's note. I was out f... 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

Severance Pay Refusal
I have been working for the same company for 23 years and the companies contract I am working on is coming up to completion but will be picked up by another company. I will be getting laid off and bec... applies to Texas · 1 answer

My right to choose where to park my car.
I was legally parked on a public street about a half a block away from my work. Does my employer have the right to suspend me two days w/o pay for parking there? - There reasoning: " It's in the polic... applies to California · 1 answer

Sons hours cut in half employer told him if you go to unemployment you will be fired
Sons was hired for full time now hours cut down to like 24 hours due to company only got outside work. When he asked his boss if he should go to unemployment he said no. Fired one guy who did. applies to Pennsylvania · 2 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

non compete
Does a diver cleaning boat bottoms carry trade secrets that will substantiate pursuit of a non compete contract? My x employer paid me hourly under 30 hours for supposed training, however i paid for t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Exempt salary employee has been laid off due to lack of work
I am an exempt salary employee and was just informed I was being laid off. I get paid on a bi-weekly basis. Is the company required to pay me my full bi-weekly salary amount if I worked part of one we... applies to Michigan · 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

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

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

Fear of Flying
I have a fear of flying that I've discussed with my boss on several occasions. Can he make me fly? applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

SEVERANCE PAY
A friend of mine was laid off today and was told not to come back on Monday. The reason is the small business that he works for is cutting costs. They are letting him go with no severance pay or earne... applies to New York · 1 answer

Retaliation for embarrasing the company president.
I work for a local company in the computer department. The Director of MIS and I performed a check of Internet access log files. The files show all the Internet addresses that have been visited by tho... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

About non-compete agreement
I signed non-compete agreement with company A for a business. Company A sold its business to company B recently for the business. And I got laid-off from company A. I have set up my own company to con... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

If an employee gives their two weeks notice and then retracts it, do I need to accept it?
I have an employee who gave his two weeks notice by email. My boss spoke with him and asked him to take a day to think about it. If he comes back and says he wants to stay, do we need to accept the re... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

I have a gym in Williamsburg, VA and will be adding trainers and need a non compete agreement.
I need a non compete agreement for my trainers. Thanks, Roxanna Wood applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I saw my personnel file and I'm horrified to what was in it. I didn't know some of those things were in there. Too much time has passed so I've lost an opportunity to rebuttal. What can I do?
Rebuttal for personnel file where too much time has passed. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Salary reduction for "unpaid" holiday
My employer has a policy of deducting pay for "unpaid" holidays, which results in my not earning the salary offered when I was hired. When I asked him about this, he said the salary offered to me was ... applies to California · 1 answer

I have an employment offer which I accepted 1.5 years ago which states
In addition to cutting back to 10 paid holidays, they have also handed out pretty weak bonuses even after revenue was doubled this year. It is a small company and I like it there. I feel that they are... applies to New York · 1 answer

NonCompete
Hello, I am a resident of Texas, working as a consultant for a Minnesota firm. I was previously engaged on a project in Raleigh, NC. I would like to go work for this company in NC, However, due to a n... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can the 180-day non compete clause be enforced that we all signed, no trade secrets involved.
A home health care agency in NJ has 6 nurses that attend to a pediatric case that is federally funded. The mother and father choose to leave this agency and go to another one where 2 of her 6 nurses a... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

Laid off while others in same position were not
56 year old male, 20 year employee in mgmnt position. Have had melanoma (surgery 3 years ago) and have to be monitored every 3 months. Plus just had kidney stone "blasted". Example is recent hire (one... applies to New York · 3 answers

Law in NY?
Recently, my fiancee got layed off from a company he worked for for nine years. They called him into the office and handed him only a check for one week severence and sent him on his way. I have been ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Sale of company and severance package.
Our company (a sub of big corp) is being sold (stock sale) to another company. We have been offered very good serverance packages should the purchasing company decide they do not want to continue our ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Cursed at and threatend with a corrective action (write Up)
My supervisor(Resident Manager) started cursing and acitng out due to me asking him a question about my leave request. I got upset and walked off the job. I then called his supervisor and explained th... applies to New York · 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

Unemployment Benefits
I told my boss on a monday i was unhappy with my work situation and was thinking about resigning.She told me that she wanted me to stay with the company I was a great worker,etc.On Wed I was told we'v... applies to New York · 1 answer

No break given in ten hours results in hospital stay.
I have been made to work by my employer for up to ten hours with no break given. Two weeks ago this resulted in my ending up in the hospital with severe asthmatic bronchitis that was going into pneumo... applies to California · 2 answers

In New York State, can my employer force me to work a new schedule under threat of being fired if I don't agree?
My wife's employer is changing her schedule to make her work weekends and until 1 am instead of Mon-Fri 9-5. One of the reasons for taking the job in the first place was was to work regular hours. Thi... applies to New York · 1 answer

If I'm exempt and I work 40 hours in four days and take off one day, can my employer charge me a personal day for the one day missed
Can I be docked 8 hours if I worked 40 hours in four days and bang out on the fifth? applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

A co-worker gave me a paper that was in the fax machine thar stated all pay aspects of my salary. She gave me the paper,but I do not know how many people saw it. also, on the same day I was cleaning up an area ( work in a dialysis clinic) and found anothe
Aren't employers obligated to keep my personal information safe at work? applies to California · 2 answers

Discrimination and commision problems.
In August I hired into a company with big issues. My employer is currently in a Discrimination law suit from an ex employee on gender issues. My concern is the fact that I know our sales rep is not ge... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Expungement of disciplinary records of past employers
Is it legal for me to have disciplinary records expunged from past employers? If so, how do I go about doing it? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

What is the max amt of hours your employer can mandate you to stay over and work? You have already w
I work in a hospital setting and due to fluctuations in staffing and patient census, we are occasionally mandated to work over past our regularly scheduled time out. We would like to know the maximum ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Wrongful Termination
I was permanently laid off from my job. The reason given to me was that the employer needed to make room in the payroll so that he could hire his brother who was just released from the military. I wan... applies to Colorado · 2 answers

Pay for waiting to clock in
My teenage daughter works in a food establishment and is required to be at work on time, however, if business is slow the manager doesn't have her clock in. Basically, she waits at work until they nee... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreements
I worked for "Company A" and was contracted to work for "Company B". Company B wanted to hire me as a full time employee and informed Company A of their intent. After receiving the offer letter from C... applies to Texas · 1 answer

unsafe working conditions
The building I work in has a crack in the support beam. The insurance agency has said it is unsafe and work in that building should cease until repairs are made. The owner, who is on vacation in Mexic... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

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

Exempt Employee hours and timesheets
If you are an exempt employee how many hours can an employer require you to work? Do non-profit agencies have different exempt laws then for profit businesses? applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

overtime pay for exempt people
I work for a food service contractor in a management capicity. I have supervisors that are paid various hourly rates. They are paid time and a half for overtime. We basically do the same work I do act... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

wrongfully terminated
I told another employee that I would kick her ass if she didnt stop spreading rumours about me so she got in my face and said lets go so I Pushed her away from me because she was so close to me that s... applies to Florida · 1 answer

How do I take care of a hostile employer?
I work at a coffee shop, and many things have happened there that were very hostile and abusive towards me. I would like to know what I can do to solve this problem. For example, a lady came through t... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

how long do i have to file ?
how long do i have to file for discrimination? i called the eeoc and i was told 300 days. i was told he could not help me cause i was close to the limit. told me to call the springfield(oh) department... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Contract change loss of commisions due for work prior to managment change
I have been working a contract amendment which increased my base pay and also included a new clause entitling me to a commission based on my support of our dealers.Our ex president never signed the co... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Full time versus part time severence
I was offered the same severance package peers of mine were offered who had only been on the job 2 years. I worked there for 7 years...2 of those as part-time. I asked for more money based on my full-... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

OPM/AFPM SET A RETIREMENT DATE AND THREATING ME WITH TERMINATE MY HEALTH BENEFIT AND MY CIVIL SVC STATUS IF I DO RETIREMENT BY THAT DATE. I WAS INJURED IN 2012 JUN, AND ON OWCP. AND REFUSED ME A COPY OF THE LETTER THEY SEND, IT'S MUCH MORE TO DISCUSS, HEL
CAN YOU HELP ME WITH THIS, PLEASE applies to Hawaii · 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

Limiting employee hours to eliminate overtime.
Can a public employer (school district) limit the amount of hours an employee works so that they do not go into overtime? applies to New York · 1 answer

Am I entitled to severence?
I work for a company who was just recently bought out by a larger company. We have been having layoffs due to the merger. The department that I work in, is outsouced, so if I keep my job, I will be on... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

Threatening not to pay me if I don't sign
I have worked for this company almost 2 years and they are now coming to me demanding that i sign a Confidentiality Agreement. I have looked this over and find the following flaws with it. 1) it has n... applies to California · 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

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

My job is ending in 6 weeks due to site closing, my specific department has been sent to Mexico. Does this make any difference in my unemployment benefits in colorado?
My department is being closed out in the states and being sent 100% to Mexico. there are 4 of us currently employed in the department here in Colorado. The site is being closed March 31st, due to comp... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

Coworkers that work longer hours for free is making it difficult for my job security.
Is it legal for other contract coworkers to work in excess of 40 hours a week but only turn in (and get paid for) 40 hours a week? I ask this because I only work the hours I am supose to be paid for. ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is this a case of gender/pregnancy discrimination?
I am a Correction Officer at a Prison. The contract between our union and the employer states that: "The employer will make a good faith effort to provide alternative, comparable work and equal pay to... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Termination for making a few data entry errors with nothing to tie back to
I have taken a new position at my company. I have been an employee for 10 years. In this new position I have had little to no training from my supervisors or guidance. I know that I have made a few mi... applies to Texas · 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

payroll jumping
I have been made a offer from my emplor to mtg. a store. on the first day , i notice the prictice of payroll jumping. not only reg. hours but overtime. the last mtg. was overiding employee hours.so no... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

I was hired for a market research position by a pharmaceutical company in the Philadelphia area. When I started, I was directed to complete tasks that were more appropriate for a data scientist/analytics professional and for which I had no skill. Six mont
I was hired for a market research position by a pharmaceutical company in the Philadelphia area. When I started, I was directed to complete tasks that were more appropriate for a data scientist/analyt... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

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

Can salaried employee with “flexible hours” listed in the job description, be disciplined for tardin
17 year employee, 12 in current salaried position with “flexible” hours. I received a new supervisor in May, and have received 3 disciplinary notes for tardiness; additional disciplinary actions w... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

AM I RESPONSABLE FOR MAINTANCE OF MY BOSS TRUCK
I DROVE A COMPANY TRUCK AND THE WINDSHELD GOT SCRATCH. IT WAS NOT MY FAULT. THE WINDSHELD WIPER BLADE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE WIPER BLADE WAS WAREN OUT. I,VE ONLY HAD THE TRUCK FOR THREE MONTHS MY ... applies to California · 1 answer

Severance to a part time employee who was once full time
My company recently got bought out by another company and we are all receiving severance. My situation is a little unique compared to my co-workers. I have been with the company for 16 years, 12 of th... applies to New York · 1 answer

Countersuit for No-Compete Agreement
My question is fairly simple. I would like to know if it is feasible to countersue an ex-employer who is suing me for a no compete. It is fairly certain that I will win my case as there are many unenf... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Is there a way for employers to not have to pay unemployment if they comply with Employment-At-Will?
Employment is entered upon "at will." Are there cases where this relationship has held up for unemployment cases - meaning that the employer can terminate the employee for good cause, bad cause, or no... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

After an employee is terminated, is there any law that requires health insurance to be continued for a minimum number of days or weeks?
After an employee is terminated, is there any law that requires health insurance to be continued for a minimum number of days or weeks? applies to Florida · 1 answer

Does this forced resignation qualify for unemployment?
I filed a two week notice with my work to leave for another job. A few days into the new job, I was told I would not be getting taxes taken out so I chose to refuse the position. My current workplace ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Competition/trade secret issues
Dear Mel, Your site has proved to be most informative and I thank you for that. I'd like to map out my situation for you as succinctly as possible in hopes that you can provide me with some general ad... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I fight this evening if I'm in CA. with a new employer?
Worked as Manager for co. that relocate to CO. in May from CA. Did go to CO. for two monthes was informed about relocation cost would be covered if stayed for a year or given credit for every month st... applies to California · 1 answer

How can I receive my final paycheck?
I recently left a company and I have yet to get my final paycheck. Their 1st excuse was since I did not go through my exit interview that it would be delayed 2 weeks.Well the 2 weeks have come and gon... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Resignation
I gave my two weeks notice, was asked to leave a few days prior to my last day. According to HR, my last day to work was 9/30/04 instead of 9/18/04. Is my employer supposed to pay me for the full two ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Requested to Sign Non-Compete Agreement Upon Quitting
My husband's current employer is a licensed C-7 contractor. My husband recently became a licensed C-7 contractor and has given his employer 2 weeks notice that he is quiting to start his own business.... applies to California · 2 answers

I am a manager at a locally owned Subway restaurant in Orange County California. Do I qualify for an additional hazard payrate for working under a State of Emergency declaration ? We are open under restrictions, limited hours, take-out & delivery only, et
I am a manager at a locally owned Subway restaurant in Orange County California. Do I qualify for an additional hazard payrate for working under a State of Emergency declaration ? We are open under re... applies to California · 1 answer

I was demoted from current position as a Manager to Sales with no reason other than clear descrimination. How can I fight this?
I was demoted from a Manager to go back Sales. Obvious descrimination on the newly appointed director with who I had a disagreement a year ago. I was also cheated out of my pay. As a female Manager, I... applies to Florida · 1 answer

If I subcontract labor can I perform the same type of job as the contracted labor?
I need to hire contract labor to take up overflow that I cannot get to. In doing so I was told, under federal law, I cannot perform the same task anymore. True? applies to California · 1 answer

Defamation ?
I resigned from a nationwide company because of changes they made in structure of payment , Meaning i was making less money that i had the previous yr . I filed for Pennsylvania Unemployment and when ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My employer is closing his business but would like me to continue this business from home including storage.. Am I entitled to regular salary and do I charge him for storage?
I work for the insurance company so I need to hold the records for several years. I will be taking computers and servers in case the insurance needs records from me. applies to New York · 1 answer

Termination with no reason given by HR representative of the company
Yesterday right after lunch, the rgional manager of my company along with a HR representative entered my office and shut the door. The HR rep proceeded to say, we decided to go in a different directio... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

is this legal
I work at McDonalds. My owner wants to deduct a dollar from our pay checks each time our drive through time goes over 200 seconds. is this legal applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can I get fired if I sue to get my commission?
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

Can my employer use my paid vacation hours without my consent
Took 3 days off for being sick. My employer used 2 days of my earned vacation without my consent applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Is it a breach of contract by hiring someone as an independent contractor that is under non-compete
Our company has a Settlement Agreement for 10 years, non-compete with our competitor which states upon termination or resignation, you may not work for the competitor for 2 years. The ten year agreeme... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Female manager harassing another female manager, but not in a sexual way.
I have been in a situation for about a year where my female manager has been harassing me, a female manager, but not in a sexual way. She has wanted me out of my job and eventually out of the Company ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Company changed their mind about the offer or They are discriminating me
The director of Sales offered me a sales position over the phone (but I also have a written email), I respond that I would like to take the position but I needed to know what was the improve on salary... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

hourly vs. exempt pay
Does a job description legally determine how a person is paid (hourly vs. exempt), and is it illegal to be paying people within the same job description differently (one individual is exempt while 3 o... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

violation of company policy, can i fight and win
My employer has demoted me and cut my salary by $7000 8 days prior to giving me written reason as to why the demotion was warranted. The boss spoke with me but I told her that I disputed the action. O... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Is it discrimination if a mgr makes 1 sales person come to the office while others work from home.
Sales rep 23 yrs with company 0 salary,0 medical,profit sharing,0 stock purchase. Worked from home last 3.5 yrs with no behavior or performance issues. New mgr is demanding attendence in office to som... applies to New York · 1 answer

Terminated for having baby
During the last week of my maternity leave, my boss called me at home to inform me that he was going to have to "let me go" because " with the baby we don't feel that you'll be able to give us everyth... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Are residency requirements legal for a non-competitive job?
Can a employer mandate where you live when it is a non-competitive and non-elective job ? I am a county worker and live outside of the county I work in. Thank you. applies to New York · 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

Severance Agreement all screwed up
Hello, I signed a severance agreement with a company. Departure date came a I departed. I have the following issues 1. Company missed payment dates in severance agreement 2. Company underpaid (no expe... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

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

I resigned from my current job and my last day was November 29, 2004. I then requested a delay of r
Is this legal? "fault" for being unemployed, and Can I collect unemployment? applies to New York · 1 answer

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

non-compete Ann McK
I have a non-compete contract that states if teminated,I will not be employed for 6 mos.in any territory that I functioned on behalf of the Co. @ any time during the last 12 mos. preceeding terminatio... applies to Texas · 1 answer

what can I do
I signed non-compete, and work with current company as computer network administrator consultant. A year ago was sent to work for client to take care of their network system part time, now client want... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I was recently fired. It was not because I broke any employment rules, my boss said he was simply looking for something
I was recently fired. It was not because I broke any employment rules, my boss said he was looking for something "different". I know he hired someone else who was there last week. Yesterday, he called... applies to New York · 1 answer

Layoff rights
The director of our department presented a 22.5 person layoff proposal to our Board of Commissioners May 15. The Board chose to "stay" the issue until June 13. Since then, upper management has been pr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Independent contractor salesperson in California
I know that real estate brokers hire agents as independent contractors and pay them commission only. Plus, they pay worker's comp and maybe some errors and omissions insurance. I'd like to hire a sale... applies to California · 1 answer

Retaliation for seeking other employment
I know that Texas is an at-will state, but is it legal to be laid off after an employer finds out an employee is seeking other employment? My manager received a reference survey from another company a... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Demotion and reduce pay
Been with my employer for 20 years. Been a cancer survivor since 2002. Last bout of chemo was rough and took extra time off to recoup. Now they are telling me that I'm not giving a 100% and they will ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Is there a case when being threaten by an employer if you apply for unemployment after firing you ?
My son was fired a few weeks ago. He was working at a bar/restaurant in which it did not have a problem with give out free drinks, half price for meals etc. On this particular day he was schedule to w... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fired after giving notice of resignation - what can I do?
Once an employee turns in his/her resignation is it illegal for the employer to lay the employee off? applies to Ohio · 3 answers

Sign a non-compete or be terminated
Is it legal in the state of Florida for an employer to fire an employee for refusing to sign a non-compete form? I have worked for this company a year and now they are all but threatening to to fire m... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I have a bully director and i'm leaving at the end of June. Can I submit a complaint to HR about him the day I leave? Thanks
Same applies to New York · 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

Employee "fired" after two weeks notice/final paycheck
I gave two weeks notice in writing and my employer indicated I did not need to give them 2 weeks notice, that day would be my last day, I believe they were mad that I resigned. I then sent the owner a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Employment contracts - will it protect me?
Under what scenario would you recommend an employment contract? What protection does this provide for the employee? applies to Texas · 1 answer

wrongfully denied the right for an interview/employment
Hi, I am a U.S. citizen, who worked for a U.S. multinational IT company. I applied within the same company for another position. The night before the scheduled interview, the interview was misteriousl... applies to Texas · 2 answers

Unfavorable Reference Undocumented
My previous supervisor is not giving me a favorable reference. Further, she has instructed all of my previous co-workers under her direction which is almost all of them that they are under a gag order... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Do they owe me accrued vacation pay
My company is based out of Virginia, hired me to work in Philly, and reside in Philly. I paid all PA and Philly taxes and thus receive unemployment from the state of PA. The state of Virginia does not... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

Can my boss make days of work mandatory?
I am a part time hairstylist that works on commission. My boss closes our salon the first week of January as her choice...She tell us that because she is closed from a Monday-Thursday that Friday and ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Do I have a non-compete clause on me?
I worked for a company for a short period and I don't remember signing a non-compete clause. How do I find out if I have one that is preventing me from getting another job? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Meal Breaks Replay from Employee.
I just asked a question regarding meal breaks and compensation. The response was that the employer must grant a meal break. Due to the nature of our work (monitoring satellite signals) doesn't allow u... applies to California · 1 answer

Emplyer's Refusal to give Letter of Termination
My friend recently got a letter from the NYS Dept. of Labor telling her that her request for unemploymeny benefits was denied because her former employer contends that she voluntarily quit on Dec. 24,... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can hours worked overtime be allocated at a 2:1 ratio as PTO?
My non-profit employer requires me to work outside of my regular 40-hour workweek for special events in exchange for PTO. However, the PTO is not allocated at a 1:1 ratio. For example, I was required ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

i quit and hours cut from 5.97 to 5.15 is this legal
i quit my jobs because of difficulties with my manger. she didnt accept my notice of only 9 days. she would only take the full 14. she told me she was cutting my pay to 5.15 if i gave the notice. i co... applies to Georgia · 2 answers

Are my travel hours included in my 40 hour work week?
I live in Oregon and work in Arizona and My Company pays to fly me to that location on a weekly basis. I work 4 X 10 hour days but my start and end times are not mandated. I am an exempt employee. My ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

retaliated and destroyed for calling osha
i work for a major national freight trucking co.i have complained to my boss about severe safety violations to no avail.i contacted osha several times.my boss told me he was going to build a file agai... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non compete contractor (non employee) situation
I have been working as a 1099 contractor for a guy (company "A") who has placed me as a contractor via another company (copmany "B") to a big firm (Company "C"). Company "C" allows contractors from on... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Recently been terminated after 7 months of work and believe this termination was unjust. My question is can I collect unemployment and sue the company in the state of New York?
Recently been terminated after 7 months of work and believe this termination was unjust. My question is can I collect unemployment and sue the company in the state of New York? applies to New York · 1 answer

i work in Texas where you can audio record without consent. In a meeting with HR, my manager stated they said something that was a lie, which was audio recorded, in which they said
Manager lied about what was stated in our 1-on-1's. I recorded both instances and the result of the differences of what was stated resulted in my termination. Do I have any recourse? applies to Texas · 1 answer

Severance Pay
Do I as and fired employee have the right to sue for severance pay? I was fired due to the fact my husband was fired the day before. applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Wrongful Termination
Recently I discovered that my employer was underpaying me by $492 a month for 18 months. My check is direct deposit and I file the pay stubs without opening the envelope. I notified the owner and the ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I have a non compete in Florida 18 months 50 me radius. The original non compete was also altered by my ex employers. I have a copy of original where items where left out, date was left off etc. when the law suit came about they turned in a copy that was
I need help with this please. I need to know if you advise me to retain a labor law attorney. The restrictions on my non compete seem to be very irrational. They will not negotiate anything pheasible ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

fired for no reason
i work part time as a bartender. I showed up for my shift and was told that I had been replaced. I was told they wanted someone more full time which turned out to be a lie. I have been there over a ye... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

demotion due to medical leave and absences
i wanted to inquire as to whether or not i should obtain an attorney. i hold a supervisor position at a major retail corporation and have had several health problems this year. i am a breast cancer su... applies to West Virginia · 1 answer

Employer refusing to pay/pay on time
My husband has been working for a guy a month now. He was told he'd be paid salary. $800/wk half cash half check. Every week he's had to fight for his pay. Just tonight he refused to pay until a job w... applies to New York · 1 answer

Overtime for 13 consecutive days
I know that you get overtime pay on the 7th consecutive day but, I can not find anything about the days after that. Does it continue on the each consecutive day after that or does it reset for a new w... applies to California · 2 answers

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 my employer use a sick day as an unexcused absence if I have PTO to cover it?
A new policy at my workplace is as follows: If an employee calls out because they are sick, that call out is listed as an "Absence", even if the employee has time-off to draw from. After 6 "absences" ... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

Can I require employee who told me 4 weeks off for surgery now to use vacation for the extra leave?
1) Can I require an employee to use vacation time if their requested time off after surgery exceeds their original timeline? 2) We are a small business with less than 25 FTE 3) The employee has a very... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

May15 th had heart attack ,had stint put in ,two mths later had heart cath,had to have triple bypass ,Fula all used up vacation time gone released to work with restrictions employer says no must be full release what is next they didn't state I was fired y
Don't know what to do I don't quit that's not an option applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My employer is reducing my pay a dollar based on two reasons that are untrue, can she do this?
First reason is that I do not do the inventory anymore,and the fact is that I got a dollar raise in July, 2012 and I started the inventory in Nov. 2012. I never got a raise to do inventory. Secondly, ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

After being part of my son unemployment case. The retailition started I was wrote up after he filed appeal. Call the EEOC they said I should try sending a letter to owner did on 07/09/2015 I was discharge 07/10/2015 the next day. I have witness to the ret
I was wrongful discharge retailition got to move by 7/24/2015 applies to Mississippi · 1 answer

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

wrongful discharge and unemployment compensation?
My husband was terminated without notice today because they have accused him of changing settings on a computer and causing the computer to crash. They have three people willing to say he did it. Howe... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

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

Harassment through poor performance reviews
I am an engineer in a manufacturing facility. I have had unprovoked and unfair performance reviews (3). What are my rights to get these revoked? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Company is based in OH & I take a job in GA, noncompete is judged by OH or GA laws?
I work for a Software as a Service (SAAS)company that offers only users on their system media buying and placement. I provide consultations and media and buying services. My noncompete says that for 1... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

My son works construction in ky he works 50 to 80 hours a week he tried talking to his employer telling them he couldn't keep up with being a full time online student and ask for help arranging hours or not working so many they told him education wasn't a
His employer won't even speak to him about it and he works hard pouring concrete every day six and seven days a week sometimes 80 plus hours a week. applies to Kentucky · 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

AZ non-compete bill becomes law May 29, 2002
Since the non-compete clause was determined unlawful and banned in Arizona; what about (media) contracts signed before this law went into affect? applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Competition without any non-compete clause
Dear Mel: I have worked for a local computer repair company for about 8 months. I never signed a non-competition agreement of any kind. My former boss kept demanding that I buy him out as he has moved... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Terminated due to affair
I was a contract worker at an agency. My boss was the director. My boss and I had an affair. When HIS supervisor found out, I was terminated from my position due to "unprofessional behavior". My boss ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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 I be fired for refusing to travel?
I have a young child at home in which I am the caresgiver. I work overtnight shift and my employee as asked me to travel to cover staff shortage in Maryland 2 hour away. Can I be fired for refusing to... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

if i report sexual harassment could i go from 40hrs to 32hrs
i reported sexual harassment to the board of directors and was told it would stop but thereafter i have been harassed since and subjected to hostile work enviroment and i feel like this is constructiv... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Terminated and Defamed
The plant that I had worked for for 29+ years was in serious trouble. I went to the Personnel Manager. I expressed my concerns about the current Plant Managers' ethics and abilities. I gave examples a... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can a no compete agreement extend beyond the employee to immediate family members?
My grandfather is retiring from a company he owns 49% of and is selling his shares to his partner. His partner is trying to impose upon him a no compete agreement that would extend to his immediate fa... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

Waiting period to rehire?
I was recently terminated from my job. I was told the termination was not based on performance but that the position was eliminated due to a reorganization in the department and my skills did not fit ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Who addresses complaints of workplace violence?
I have a question regarding workplace violence: Whose responsibility is it to address a potentially violent worker-a co-worker or the management? My friend works in a nursing home, and one of her co-w... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employer changed my benefits after I signed a noncompete? Is this legal?
Hello- My employment contract states that my employer will fund a HealthSavings Account, which is tied to the company's health benefit plan. The contract has a non-compete clause which kicks in after ... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

Can An Employer Stop Paying Health Benefits Because They Have Decided That You Are Part Time Without Notice?
Worked for 20 years for same bank. Paid based on production. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I didn't sign a non-compete but my co. is considering sueing....
My brother and I work in a very specialzed field and there are not many individuals in our specific profession. We have never signed a non-compete with our current employer. We have decided to form ou... applies to New York · 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

Non-compete in NY
Hi, I previously worked without a non-compete for Company A which filed for bankruptcy. An employee of this company secretly informed all the consultants that Company A was going out of business and a... applies to New York · 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

Can an employer with hold pay for vacation days taken in Jan if I quit in March?
Started work in March 2015 and received a salary. My letter of offer says, 10 days of paid vacation. I took 7 days of vacation in January 2016. I recently found a new job and I gave notice to leave Ma... applies to New York · 1 answer

Forced to sign non-compete or lose year end bonus
My employer has just sent out a very broad non compete (2 years, globally) to limit me from working for a like company. The email states that my 2004 bonus and 2004 options will be witheld unless I si... applies to Texas · 2 answers

noncompete legal?
I recently went for a job interview and got the job, with another company that offers me 1 1/2x the salary that my current employer pays me. My current boss threatened me with saying he will take lega... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is there a law in Illinois regarding what jobs can be salary or hourly?
I was offered a new position with my employer. I was told that I would be paid salary. Before I started my new position, my boss told me that I was not allowed to be paid salary because of Illinois la... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

I accepted a negotiated severance settlement agreement through email, I have not received the settlement paperwork to sign, nor have I heard from the employer. Can they change or withdraw the offer if I accepted it through email?
I was terminated from my job with no prior write ups of poor performance issues ever being brought to my attention prior to the termination. I reported to the VP one month earlier that I had been sexu... applies to California · 2 answers

Points system woes
We work under the points system at my job (15 points and you're fired). The company has a policy not to disclose to anyone the number of points they have accumulated until they recieve a write-up for ... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

I need to know if the boss could only give you 3 days from the 5 days I earned of vacation time once I put my two weeks in
I put my 2 weeks and Friday is my last day so I asked him about my vacation time and he said that he's only giving me 3 days from the week I've earn applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Will I be informed that I have been accused of sexual harrassement? how do i find out if iam under investigation?
applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Sub-Contractor to Sub-Contrator switch
I signed a non-compete at the time of hire. I am currently a sub-contractor and would like to switch to another sub-contractor under a big contract with multiple sub-contractors. I was wondering if yo... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

Am I entitled to back pay in a salaried position?
Here is the scenario, I would like to know what my options are. Team of 3, 1 boss, 2 equal co-workers reporting to him working on a large scale software implementation. Dec' 2007 My boss leaves the co... applies to Illinois · 2 answers

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

Written up for smoking on my break? Is this legal?
I was written up at work today for smoking on my break. I work at a gym, and my boss had aleady told me this was not allowed. I have been there for over a year and this "new" policy was never outlined... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

Am I due my vacation pay
I was trying to disipline a subordinate where I was a supervisor. The employee refused to perform a tasks wich I assigned her to do and walked out. A few days later my supervisor called myself and the... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Severance pay due if outsourced
I am employeed by CSC and work at a client site in Horsham PA. I was notified on Oct 31st that my position is being outsourced to a company named CC-OPS with my last day to be Nov 10th. I am promised ... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

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

if a supervisor gives you alcohol before your shift are they responsible for your actions?
i went to a supervisors house to look at a bike she had for sale. it 15 minutes before our shift. 5 minutes in the apt she asked me to drink a beverage. i asked her what is it? she said do not worry a... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Okay so I worked 16 hours on New Year's so that would have been time and a half but also that week I work a total of 56 hours so I should have gotten overtime pay and Holiday if they were on separate days correct
I Feel like they are just shorting me on my pay because they don't really want to pay it holiday and overtime applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Is it illegal to write in your hours?
I work part time at a Dr's office 6 days a week. Most weekends I stay late as I have a lot of work to finish since I only work part time. I have forgotten to clock out a couple times but remembered th... applies to California · 1 answer

Non-Compete and Corp-to-Corp relationships
I have a corp-to-corp relationship with a vendor company ("ABC") to provide financial IT consulting services to client company ("DEF"). Vendor company ("ABC") is not my employer, nor have they provide... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

rescinded employment offer and retracted resignation
I accepted an employment offer in writing from a company that has rescinded that offer because they now have a hiring freeze. I have already given a verbal resignation to my current employer. Under a ... applies to California · 1 answer

Injured back at work, saw doctor, pulled out of work 5 days later, fired 2 weeks later for missing t
Is this retailiation for filing compensation? Terminated 2 weeks after doctor pulled me out of work. Was told if I would get released they would keep my job as it was. Finally won compensation case, r... applies to New York · 1 answer

Use of business emails after resigning without signing a non competition clause
I have recently left a business that is an acting studio in NYC. I did not sign a non-competiion agreement or ever agree to one verbally. Do I have the right to use the email addresses and phone numbe... applies to New York · 1 answer

non-equal pay rates, based on race
One thing, about the Equal Pay Laws regarding gender as the only disciminatory feature. Is there any other acts or cases even that involve equal pay based on race? If so, I definitely have a case that... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was laid off in Nov 2016 with a call back date in april 2017. Will i still get my vacation days coming, March 28th, of 2 weeks or did i lose that because i was laid off but remained on schuele. Thanxs! Note: upon return(s) after layoffs, other employyee
See above applies to New York · 1 answer

Breach of contract
I signed a contract with my employer stating that they would pay for my insurance, profit-sharing, and sick leave. I have not received anything from them, and they refuse to dicuss it, so I terminated... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Not allowed to have a copy of my performance review?
I recently received a semi-annual performance review by my new employer. It was a good one, but I was told I was not allowed to have a copy of the review. This is the first employer I've had that didn... applies to Ohio · 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

Employee Intellectual Property/Confidentiality/Non-Solicitation Agreement
I worked for company "A" for almost seven years in sales when it was sold at the end 2006. When job offers were made by the buyout company we had to sign an "Employee Intellectual Property/Confidentia... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Does discrimination go both ways?
Recently at my job, A number of Hispanic workers have been hired. We have been advised by supervisors not to refer to them as Mexicans, Guatamalans, etc., because we can be fired for discrimination. W... applies to Alabama · 1 answer

Descrimination and/or non-payment of "Incentive Bonuses"
How do I know if I have a valid case? My employer (a German bank) treats Germans and Americans differently. There may even be additional discrimination against Jews (such as me - I have examples). Als... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can an employer cut my hours if i go on an interview?
Recently i came into work dressed up after meeting with a recruiter and since this incident my hours have been cut sometimes a low as 8 hours a week from a normal 40 hours. I was told by my shift lead... applies to California · 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

Salary pay deduction
I interviewed with a company that offered me a specific yearly wage that I would be compensated for hourly. When I actually began the job they requested I take a slight pay cut and get a salaried comp... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I work in San Diego, the new minimum wage starts on January 1st. If I start working at 1130 pm on 12/31 do I get the new minimum wage for the other 7 and half hours that I will work on January 1st?
San Diego new minimum wage starts on January 1st 2017 applies to California · 1 answer

what can I do ?
I am being told that i am at risk of losing my job oveer another employee, who has had a numbeer of complaint against him from internal & external sources. can this happen? is there anything I can do ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Unjustified demotion
My husband was given a promotion into a managerial position. Recently, he was demoted, though his supervisor will not call it a demotion. All of his managerial responsibilities have been removed and h... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Enforcement of non compete
Can an employer do selective non compete I'm an employee for a consulting company and provided programming service for the client on project A. My company moved me out of town to another project. Now ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

I am constantly witnessing discrimination from my boss, is there anything I can do as a witness?
While at work when people submit applications and resumes I have witnessed my boss numerous times throw them away after the person walks out, making comments like "that was an old lady", or "hell no I... applies to California · 3 answers

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

I have worked for my employer over 1 year and now being asked to sign a non compete is this legal?
Private home health care already worked over 1 year have been bullied by owner and other staff and just now being asked to sign non-compete Is this legal? applies to New York · 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

Having it both ways....
I am a teacher for a local community college vocational school. I am salaried, and exempt. I rarely work less than 55 hours per week, and some weeks have worked in excess of 70 hours. My employer has ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Termination- Company policy and state law
Say I have been terminated, which I have, and company policy requires a written final warning before termination, but termination came before the final written warning. What legal options do I now hav... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Termination letter vs Employment contract
I'm one of the programmers brought in from overseas on H1B. My employment agreement with my H1B sponsor has a non-compete clause that prohibits me from working with any client company should my employ... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

COBRA eligibility
Am I required to give two weeks notice when voluntarily leaving my position in order to be eligible for COBRA benefits? applies to New York · 1 answer

when administrative law judge doesn't recognize constructive discharge and protected conduct?
what do you do when you follow all procedure for constructive discharge and therefore unemployment determination of deputy rules in your favor, thus you receive unemployment payments for 8 weeks but t... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

severence pay
An employee did not follow proper safety procedures on a "field" job. He was told about this and a disciplinary action form was created and he signed it. Then he threw his keys, company ID, etc. on th... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non-Compete
Hello, Background: I had to sign a Non-Compete Agreement in order to work at my previous company. I had told the owner that I was uncomfortable signing it, but he said it was just part of the "new hir... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do I have a chance to fight this?
I was a salaried employee. Without warning or reason, my pay was cut about $12,000. I was cut from salary and put on hourly. I also went from a full-time position to a part time position, working 25 -... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Wrongful termination due to appropriate use of computer
My employer set up computers at my jobsite for billing. Staff at the jobsite share the same computer. When the system was set up, I asked my supervisor what would happen if someone used it inappropria... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Overtime in a 80 hour week
This an hourly question. We get paid every other Friday,(bi-weekly)for the previous 2 weeks of work. Is it possible for the company to take any hours over the 40 from one of the two weeks that has ove... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What are my rights when working with a disabled co-worker?
A co-worker is "claiming" disability and is often out of the office and I have to do her work. I work for a large company and I'm sure they're afraid she will sue for discrimination thru ADA. I don't ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Terminated on hearsay and lies?
I worked at a large company in Houston at work today two women from HR took me aside and fired me, the reason they gave was they heard by several people I was sleeping in my car. Well I don't own a ca... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can I sue? I worked for USPS and quit to work for the corny I'm with right now. One of the reasons I chose to leave was bcz of the way my co-workers argued with the supervisors. They (both co-workers and) supervisors screamed loud and cursed at each other
This was a very stressful place to work at because of the way management would talk to us. applies to California · 2 answers

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

Fired for accusation of being involve in stealing at work.
I work at a warehouse where we sell restaurants supplies. on July 17, 2012 myself and other co workers were brought up to the boss office for questioning. I was told that there has been people stealin... applies to California · 1 answer

Company says pay raise on signed document is a "mistake."
I signed a letter acknowledging a pay raise of what was verbally expressed as $0.50. However, the document (signed by the executive director and myself) listed my pay increase at what would equate to ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Non Compete Clause and noncomplaince
I have researched the non-compete clause and I am aware that NYS disfavors it. How can they still be enforced? I was not compensated for this clause in my contract. In my contract, there was no clause... applies to New York · 2 answers

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

Career assassination?
I have worked at financial services company for the past 3 1/2 years. Each year I've been there, I have received the highest rating during the annual evaluation. My work requires that I pass judgement... applies to New York · 1 answer

Severe bi-polar employer
My employer is severely bi-polar. She's on anti-depressants, but they're not for bi-polar. Needless to say, she is very abusive and has a high employee turnover. Nothing is ever good enough. Those of ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

minor crime removel from permanent record
I have looking for a job and am currently unemployed. Years ago i stupidly jumped a turnstile in the subway and got arrested. This arrest is now comming up on my background checks when i go for jobs a... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a restrictive convenant prevent me from accepting any work at a customer site?
My employer laid me off. A customer of my former employer wanted to engage in consulting services with me. My former employer said I could not engage in the consulting services because of a non-compet... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

my stop payment
I was working for a firm in Fifth ave 47th st. on july 2nd i told my employer that i am quiting my job and gave him a 30 days notice. my status there was H1 visa. In return he got wild on me and start... applies to New York · 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 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

Wrongful termimation
Hello I have bartended on Sundays at a bar in PA for the past seven years. I have never called out or had a complaint made about me that I am aware of. This bar has been owned by several people over t... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

Equal Pay Discrimination?
I apologize, but I removed the details in case my employer is lingering around these boards. Thank you everyone for responding. applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer not give me my last paycheck and vacation time?
I was laid off due to a position elimination two weeks ago. My old employer has asked me to complete some files which I have agreed to. I do not have access to a printer so I can not print the forms t... applies to Florida · 1 answer

arbitration agreements
Hi I am Employed at a major Electronics company. I have been working here for about a 1 1/2 years and on Thursday June 20th 2002 at 11:56am I was called into my managers office at the City of Industry... applies to California · 1 answer

wrongly fired
I was just fired from my job, the resaon was "selling company product for cash". But the company has a product life cycle policy that states you may eleminate the product once it reaches the last phas... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

No severance offered after position eliminated
My position was eliminated due to budget restructuring. My letter of termination stated it was a company decision and was through no fault of my own. I was told my pay and position effectively ended r... applies to New York · 1 answer

My employers are trying to terminate me from my position, due to the fact that I have END Stage renal disease.
My employers are trying to terminate me from my position, due to the fact that I have END Stage renal disease. applies to New York · 1 answer

Unfairly treated by another employee
The problem here envolves 3 employee's of a large corporation.(non-union). I'll call them employee A, B and C. Employee A is a supervisor Employee B is a full-time employee with some supervisoring res... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Discrimination
I need help! The Director of my program is reassigning me to a new part time site location on the brink of her hiring a white male, (I'm a Arican American female) for this location because she does no... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

Skelly
I have been given a "notice of proposed termination" from the department head. The skelly hearing would be with the same department head (seems unfair) The only option I have been giving by my hr offi... applies to California · 2 answers

terminated before probationary period ends
Is a non-compete agreement enforceable when an employee is terminated before they complete a company's probationary period of 3 month's? Is this legal ground to make it unenforceable? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Working from home
I have a question....I have on several occasions work from home with my former supervisor on several occasions for different reasons and now other staff that get to do this as well. I have a new boss ... applies to District of Columbia · 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

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

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

What is necessary for an employer to void a NCA?
I am subject to a 1 year NCA in a geographic location identified as "any location within the United States" (too broad?) on an at-will basis. I was hired to secure business with a specific prospect wh... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

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

Reembursement of relocation expenses
I have been employed by my company in Ohio for 5 months in a Director level position. This position is not what it was described to me and therefore, I would like to ask to pursue other employment. I ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Any help would be greatly appreciated
If my employer is requiring me to take job related college courses does he 1. Have to pay me? 2. If the class is after I have worked eight hours in one day am I entitled to overtime? 3. Does he have t... applies to Ohio · 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

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

Is minor offense a ground to fire an employee?
Dear Sirs, I have a question. My friend had a minor offense in May and he pled guilty. He filled out his application to his employer before that and he said no to all criminal related questions. He st... applies to New York · 1 answer

Claiming racial discrimination reality bad perfomance
I work for a large co, supervising 18. A recent hire interviewed well, resume indicates experience but 3 months later she has not caught on to much of anything. We closely monitor performance via comp... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Comp Time- vs- Over Time
I am a non-exempt employee. My Employer has told me they will no longer pay overtime for ovetime worked but said I can take the time off at a later date. They are calling it "Comp Time". But I do not ... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

I was demoted to align with my salary ith e, do I have a case...
I have been working at my firm for about 8 years, with the same job title but they recently completed a Labor Conditions Alignment analysis and they changed my title or demoted me...I believe that it ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employee not meeting training guidelines and procedures
I want to terminate an employee thats just dragging their feet. I've written her up twice because she is not preforming at her level of training. I also gave her a verbal warning. In the state of Penn... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Did I commit defamation?
I work for a small firm of about 10 people. I had a situation where the Vice President of my company took a new female employee to lunch for 3.5 hours and when they came back were completely drunk. Th... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

What is protected activity?
In dicrimination cases, what is the meaning of the term protected activity? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Release claim for severance, not previously required, is now required.
My husband has been employed by Honeywell (formerly Allied-Signal)for 17 years and is anticipating being laid off. He is eligible for a severance package; however, he will be required to sign a releas... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I was falsely accused and now I am constantly being harassed about it. What can I/my employer do?
I was accused of sexual assault, but my employer found that the incident was not sexual assault based on video surveillance. I had asked the accuser to move because she was in the way of me finishing ... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

I get paid 2 times a month, how is my overtime supposed to be calculated?
My pay period is from the 1st to the 15th and then the 16th to the end of the month. I get paid (hourly rate) on the 7th and the 22nd of each month. How should my overtime be calculated since sometime... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Filed for unemployment while briefly out of country
I'm a NY state resident / US citizen. I tried to claim unemployment benefits for a week during which, for 5 days, I was in the US applying for jobs; for the last two days of the week I was in Europe. ... applies to New York · 1 answer

my employer hasnt paid me a raise in two years is this legal?
see above applies to California · 1 answer

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

Unjustified layoff
I've got laid off on Monday. The reason why they had to lay me off was because the economy is doing bad, and that they need to cut hours. Since I was the last one to be hired, therefore, they need to ... applies to Illinois · 3 answers

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

Abusive Boss...is it harassment?
I would like to know if the Employment At Will Doctrine is still in effect. I deal with the most difficult boss anyone would wish to have. I remain calm, but eventually the stress is going to get the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

was this a discrimination? was this a racial discrimination?
My immediate manager(team leader)is a very sharp and smart person, but he also treats people very unequally. A few months ago he asked me to conduct technical interview with 2 people - one at a time. ... applies to New York · 2 answers

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 a verbal agreement between a CEO and an employee of the company binding?
I am on an international training that will benefit the company. I discussed it with my CEO severally and he agreed to pay me a portion of my salary and for me to work part time. Also, he asked me to ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fair Pay - Salary vs. Salary (non-exempt) vs. Hourly
Mel, I have a long list of things I'd like to ask about but will focus on overtime here. The company is an AZ for-profit corporation. Approx 4 years ago I was promoted from the support department to o... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Getting copy of non-compete agreement after being fired.
I have recently been fired. I did sign a non-compete agreement as was required in order to retain my position at that time, but I never received a copy of that contract from the employer. After being ... applies to Maryland · 1 answer

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

Can this be justified as a reason to be written up?
applies to Florida · 2 answers

Training replacement after being laid off
My company is relocating the accounting dept and we are all losing our jobs. However 80% of my job is now going to be kept here in the office I now work in but they asking me to train someone else her... applies to All States · 1 answer

CIVIL SERVICE SENORITY OVER PROVISIONAL
I AM A CIVIL SERVICE BOOKKEEPER FOR A LITTLE MORE THAN 2 YRS. I AM BEING TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER BORO, SAME TITLE. IN MY OFFICE THERE IS A PROVISIONAL BOOKKEEPER WHO HAS BEEN EMPLOYED FOR MANY YEARS. D... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can my boss make me work in an unappropriate and uncomfortable environment
I am a female massage therapist and I had a male client that ejaculated on the table linens-if not during the massage (which I don't know if that can be possible without touching "it") then after I ha... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

civil service seniority
As a civil service bookkeeper, I know that I have seniority over a provisional bookkeeper. Our supervisor insist that the provisional has more seniority to protect her from being transferred over me. ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employee rights on company asset sale
My company recently sold some of its assets (not a takeover) and wants to transfer me to the transferee company. I would like to retire and take any severance pay that my company can offer. Will I be ... applies to New York · 1 answer

My boss got in my (a minors) face, what can I do?
I recently had an incident with my boss where my manager came up to me and told me my acrylics were too long. To that I then replied I can't do anything about that right now. Not at all being disrespe... applies to Florida · 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

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

Boss is retiring in April. How can I ask for severance pacakge?
My boss - CIO of a major financial company in Midtown Manhattan is retiring. His last day is April 1st. I am his assistant. I only work with him. HR approached and informed me they will do their best ... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Non-compete with no copy
I had been working part-time as a coach at a local sports school for 1.5 years and received a promotion. 2 months later, I was forced, under duress, to sign a non-compete contract. The owner did not g... 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

Can a signed separation and settlement agreement be voided if law broken?
I was laid off due to Elimination of Position; however they hired 1 person before I left and within a month later, they hired another person to do my job. I'm 61, and they are both under 40. I feel th... applies to Texas · 1 answer

I had a Skelly for notice of intent to discharge. The offered to reduce to a 30 day suspension of which of accepted. 3 days later they sent a letter of discharge. Can they rescind their off with out telling me?
The allegations are that I assisted a staff take a placement test for her husband. The staff admitted she did it but that I did not help and two other staff stated they saw me help. 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

Does a company have a legal duty to enforce their written policies ?
I am an exempt employee in a large engineering corporation. Several months ago I contacted the HR dept. to ask about the company's "open door policy" and in particular, to verify that I would be prote... applies to Arizona · 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

Employer is appealing the initial determination that I was discharged without just cause, What now?
I was laid off from a job that I had worked 8+ years on 2/28. Since I had been warned of the layoff I was able to secure a new job that began in March. The description I was given of the job duties ch... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Discrimination case wrongly dismissed by EEOC
I filed a discrimination case with the EEOC. It was dismissed. The written admittance of discrimination is clear but was ignored. The extensive evidence does not corrulate with the dismissal. I have a... 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

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

Employee handbooks are they contracts?
Does an employee handbook constitute a contract? When a hanbook details actions and/or steps that will be taken before termination and known of those steps were taken is that a violation of a contract... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

I was of work on std 7 mo. After surgery. I have been back a yr now but not accruing vacation time.
Had been with the company several years before going on short term disabilty my boss told me corporate has me listed as a new hire and I am now eligible for insurance again. What are my rights ? applies to California · 1 answer

my last emplyer of 45 days reduses to pay me my last weeks salary bc I left
I worked for approx 45-60 days and found a better paying w/benefits job. so I gave an approx weeks notice. but it was very uncomforatble so it ended up being 3 1/2 days. they were mad so they are refu... applies to Florida · 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

picked on/disrespected by a boss
What can I do to protect myself from harassment. I mean the type that no one talks about: the bullying/being picked on by a boss/him being rude/nasty. When your union reps tell you its between you & h... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

Defamation in workplace
Do I have a case against my former employer? My new employer upon verifying my employment was told by a manager that I was fired from the company. I was not fired, I resigned and worked my 2 weeks tha... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I went into work on Tuesday, a normal work day. The GM asked me to his office sat me down with the president of the board and said another employee said that I said he and another were stealing from the company. I said absolutely not, I didn't say that. t
When in to work today, 04/26/20016, just a regular business day. Was called by my G.M. to come to his office. When I went into his office the president of the board was there (normal, today is payday ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

The proper procedure for terminating a Village Administrator was flagrantly ignored.
Approx. 18 months ago I was dismissed from my job as a Village Administrator in Chauncey, OH., for the reason that the new mayor wanted a more "physical" administrator. I lost my leg in a farm acciden... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

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