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Which state's laws should we execute the contract under?
We are a Virginia based LLC preparing to execute a contract with an independent sales representative (contractor, not employee) in Missouri. Should we execute the contract under Virginia laws, Missour... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Which state laws will my employer have to
I work in Missouri but my Corporate Office is in Tennessee. I gave two weeks notice and then the following day [which was coincidental into being the first day of a new pay period And right before Tha... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

My employer forced me to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment. Is this illegal?
The actual arbitration agreement states that the agreement is voluntary in the final section above the employee signature. When I questioned this with my employee HR representative she stated that sig... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Arbitration agreement and future compensation
my employer is asking that I sign an arbitration agreement and if I do I am still eligible for base pay and merit increases. If I don't then I am not. They also state that no adverse action will be ta... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 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

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

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

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

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

Union's lack of assistance in
In Dec. 2004, I won a favorable "make whole" arbitration ruling against a San Francisco Bay Area municipality. Within weeks after the ruling, and prior to my reinstatement, the municipality's and Unio... applies to California · 1 answer

I work at Lowe's on Maui, and was wondering if a dispute about age discrimination would have to go to binding arbitration, or could I file in state district court ?
May pre-employment contracts in Hawaii mandate binding arbitration in lieu of a filing in state district court for age discrimination ? Concerning Lowe's Maui ? applies to Hawaii · 1 answer

Can I sue my boss for discrimination, not the company? Will this get me around the arbitration clause?
If I sue my former for boss for discrimination vs former employer. Can I get around the arbitration clause???? applies to Kansas · 0 answers

My employer has closed the facility in Michigan that I have been employed with and relocated the business to Missouri. They have also merged (combined companies) with the extsting business in Missouri and renamed the company, is my non-compete still valid
My current employer has moved the manufacturing and business operations from Niles, MI to St. Louis, MS and combined companies with the current business in St. Louis and also changed the business name... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

what laws guide overtime pay
where can laws be found on labor? applies to New York · 1 answer

I work with a company that we will say is small as far as the affordable act laws are concerned. This company is all over the map would it be a large company as far as those laws are concerned?
This concerns giving my medical insurance after ninty days then turning around saying they don't have to because of some laws changing with the affordable care act applies to Oregon · 0 answers

if my employment agreement has an arbitration clause in it how do I go about filing a claim to receive the severance and benefits owed me per the contract?
My employment agreement states, "in the event of a termination of this Agreement without cause, employee shall be entitled to eight (8) weeks of severance compensation at a typical historical rate." M... applies to Texas · 0 answers

I'm a former usps automation clerk ; had an arbitration hearing. I just learned that my supervisor withheld paperwork from that hearing that would have shown I should never have been fired from my job. Is this a due process rights violation?
I feel I was retaliated against for reporting an n my job and then filing an OWCP claim. For 11 months my supervisor refused to sign my 3971 forms for my absence for dr. appts. for my injury. I was ac... applies to Illinois · 0 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

Who is responsible for ensuring a "satellite" office is following state laws?
The company I work for is headquartered in a different state and does not have an HR department (they use a 3rd party company to manage the benefits program and payroll). Our small "satellite/annex" o... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

I signed an ADR when I hired on with ex-employer. Can I file with EEOC for Pay Discrimination?
I signed an ADR agreement at hire - with ex employer. I am female, and I found out several weeks before I took another job that they were paying equal male peer $30K more than me for the exact same jo... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

My employer wants me to pay for a charge back on a credit card transaction I took even though the name on the card matched the id is this legal in Missouri?
Said I'm responsible for the the card being a fraudulent applies to Missouri · 0 answers

If I settle a just cause termination out side of arbitration in the state of CA. Can I still sue my employer for wrongful termination ?
I am a shop steward 10 year employee with no write ups at all on my record or file . My union representatives business agent reported to my company I told him another employee touched me grabbed my bu... applies to California · 0 answers

Appeal process of Arbitrators decision
I believe their was gross misconduct on the part of my Union Rep that went through the arbitration without attacking the issues and the arbitrator did not hear all the facts. applies to Michigan · 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

Can a Missouri public employee be discharged based soley on the results of a UA test that was not in compliance with Federal Statutes and safeguards in testing, a test that was made to be observed test without cause or authorization, with no notice of tes
Do I have cause of action? applies to Missouri · 0 answers

if an arbitration decision was final and binding, can this hearing be reopened?
Important information has been found that would have shown I should never have been fired. It was withheld from this hearing by a supervisor. applies to Illinois · 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

Employment Law
Discrimination Law What possible effects would cases, such as Arlene’s Flowers v Washington, have, if successful at obtaining religious exemptions at the Supreme Court, have on employment anti discr... applies to New York · 0 answers

Employer or Agency?
I'm often faced with potential employers who only want my work done as "freelance". The gist of the arrangement is "I'll pay you after I (the employer) get paid". I am aware of the pitfalls of this wi... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Paying the employer for training during unpaid internship
Hello Sir/ Ma'am, I had joined a consulting firm and undertook training as an 'unpaid intern'. I am aware of the labour laws pertaining to unpaid intern position but in my case, I had to pay money for... applies to California · 0 answers

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

Wrongful Discharge:DRP
I was recently discharged from a management position for a national restaurant chain. I believed that the underlying factor was a conflict of interest between myself and my GM. The "reason" for my ter... applies to New York · 1 answer

I was working for a contractor in Missouri as Sales Rep. He called me in on a Monday morning to inform me that I would be let go because things were slow. After our discussion he handed me a contract offer to do the same job without my salary. I would get
Laid off from job then offered commission contract with no pay and I pay all expenses. applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Can I be denied overtime because I have a work comp injury in Missouri?
I recently had surgery on my elbow and it is through worker comp. My company is denying me any overtime due to my injury although I'm working regular time. Can they deny me overtime hours? applies to Missouri · 1 answer

Are commercial drivers exempt from overtime laws and where is the reference, if so?
We have commercial drivers who haul both intrastate and interstate. They carry impacted soils or hazardous soils for the most part, and clean fill materials for construction. I can't seem to find a re... applies to California · 0 answers

What is the reasonable geographical distance from your current employer to a new employer is allowed
Working in st. louis, missouri. Two other companies doing similar work with some of the same clients has interest in my employment. Companies are located in tulsa, oklahoma and chicago, il. Will a non... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Do I have the right to see the complaint written up on me?
Missouri ex-employee. I Managed at a local company and am accused of an assault(2 people got accused) on an employee. When we went to tell our side, we was not allowed to talk, was told to get out. Do... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I signed up for and have used employers tuition reimbursement program for a year and a half. When reviewing the contract it states that leaving prior to two years after last payment requires tuition to be paid back in accordance with Wisconsin laws. If I
I signed a form that called out Wisconsin laws for tuition reimbursement. I work at a facility in Illinois. Does Wisconsin law still apply? Company is based out of Wisconsin, applies to Illinois · 0 answers

State of missouri, does home health agencies have to pay equally for overtime pay? And not straight pay for managers?
Regular staff are payed overtime pay but managers do not get it applies to Missouri · 0 answers

I am looking to sign on with a new insurance firm (final expense only specifically),
I am looking to sign on with a new insurance firm (final expense only specifically), the non compete agreement seems extremely broad and unenforceable. It is based out of missouri courts, and I will b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Can I sue for wrongful termination even though I had a union abritration
after being fired and going thru a union arbitration, were my union felt confident we would win but did not. Can I still sue. It happened in 2015. discrimination and retaliation was involved in the ca... applies to New York · 1 answer

HRA Laws
I was recently put on "indefinite layoff" from my job. At the time, I had an HRA account with approx $1,100 in it (i had 2 upcoming dr appts scheduled at the time). I was told that even though I am NO... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is a Florida non-compete enforceable in another state?
I relocated from AZ to FL for a job which required signing a non-compete. The "territory" defined in the agreement is defined as United States of America. The agreement specifies that it is governed b... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Previous company threatening arbitration when new job has nothing to do with previous job
To elaborate on the jobs, the previous job is pest control. I spray outside the residence for weeds, moss treatments, irrigation, and control outside pests. The new job is just a lawn company that cut... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Previous company threatening arbitration when new job has nothing to do with previous job
My husband has been working for a company, Florida Pest Control, for over two years. A contract was signed saying he is an at-will employee, and that if he goes to another company that he cannot give ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

No last Paycheck until exit interview
My employer refuses to give me my last paycheck until I do an exit interview. This can only be done Mon-Fri from 8am -4pm. The problem is I work Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. I live in ga where there is no laws es... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

Which state's laws are applicable in non-compete dispute?
Regarding agreements to not compete across state lines. What state's laws would be applicable, the state of incorporation of the employer's company that wrote the non-compete, or the state where the n... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

can an employer force an exempt employee to pay back unaccrued vacation in the state of Missouri
employee used but unaccrued vacation use client wants to dock the exempt employee for applies to Missouri · 0 answers

What are the laws in Arizona if an individual signs a contract of two years with a company 960 a week and the company now decides they're going to pay whatever they want after the fat does that company have to honor the contract my work is not a question
What are the contract laws with company which is employer and employee for a 2 year contract what does the company have to honor at a set rate of 9 64 week plus a 175 per week in per diem for the next... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

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 an employer use the defense that they weren't notified that I was terminated for not paying me my final paycheck?
it's not up to me to notify my employer of the laws they should already know the laws regarding final paycheck, nor is it my responsibility to contact the office and let them know that my foreman term... applies to California · 1 answer

What penalties could my employer face for breaking federal temp laws?
My employer in PA considers me a temporary worker, but I have worked here for more than two years consecutively, which violates federal temp laws. What would the penalties be for them violating this? ... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

Can i fight a layoff with arbitration and is this a form of harassment?
I have a long story. I just came back from maternity leave. Upon doing so my administrator calls me in for a meeting to tell me if the budget doesnt pass i will be laid off and i should start looking ... applies to New York · 0 answers

State and Federal laws with respect to damages
It is my belief that I was terminated seven months ago due to my reserve military obligation. I feel there is a clear-cut USERRA discrimination case. I have pursued the matter via the Department of La... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

Repayment of pro-rated or full sign-on (relocation) bonus in MA
ere laws governing repayment of signing/relocation bonuses by state? I signed a contract for a 10k relocation package (employment in Massachusetts) that required 2 years of employment, otherwise repay... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

in the state of Missouri can my employer change our work week from five on two off to ten on four off, just to not have to pay us overtime
we have to work ten days on and four days off just so my employer doesn't have to pay us overtime applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

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

Can employer require notification for you to apply at another company?
My employer has new employment agreements they want signed. Before you apply for employment with any other person or entity, you will provide them the non-compete AND deliver a copy of the notice to C... applies to Florida · 1 answer

If I put my notice in to quit am I still entitled to my vacation pay. I work in Missouri.
If I put my notice in to quit my job am I still entitled to my vacation pay. applies to Missouri · 0 answers

11 year 3mo public classified anual contract school district employee fired for pos. Drug test later ruled to be invalid by missouri Industrial Labor Relations board in appeal review. How do i file a complaint. It is less than 300 days from accurance, but
Commission in finding of fact said Employers HR stated only reason for discharge was because of failed ua test, that i had always been good worker. The commission said test was not in compliance with ... applies to Missouri · 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

Is it legal to record an employee not involved in company business
I was recently confronted by my manager and supervisor where I was informed that they got me on tape talking. My manager insisted on getting the name of the person I was talking too. I informed her th... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

11 year 3mo public classified anual contract school district employee fired for pos. Drug test later ruled to be invalid by missouri Industrial Labor Relations board in appeal review. How do i file a complaint. It is less than 300 days from accurance, but
Commission in finding of fact said Employers HR stated only reason for discharge was because of failed ua test, that i had always been good worker. The commission said test nit in compliance with empl... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

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

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

Patterns of dishonesty
I am a former sales rep for a company where I have a non-compete and an arbitration clause in my contract. I have a volume of emails that show that my former employer was dishonest. For example, they ... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

My employer has announced plans to retire and close the business. Am I still bound by agreement?
My noncompete is for one year and a 60 mile radius of store locations in Illinois and Iowa. My offer is from a competitor in Missouri that already does business with my clients. My current employer ha... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

At Will Employer
if an employee lives and works in CA but the corporate office is in PA, do PA laws apply, specifically, "At Will" applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Non-Compete Issues. (Missouri)
After previously being a licensed massage therapist for 7 years, I worked as an independently contracted therapist for my ex. employer for almost 3. For the last month and a half of my employment, I w... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Does offering the option to convert bonus $ to vacation violate laws or compromise exemption status
applies to New York · 1 answer

I live in the state of Missouri I had eight days vacation occurred and what is one day away from taking four of them and I was fired now the company is saying that they don't pay occurred vacation time after termination so they will not pay me any of my e
I had eight days of occurred vacation time and one day away from taking four days of vacation I was let go from the company because they discontinued my job now they are refusing to pay the eight week... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

If I work on commission. Is my employer at wrong when he does not pay me for a job that has been completed and he has been paid on it. I am a tow truck operator out of St Louis Missouri I work for Don he owes Speedy Towing. And he is telling me he does no
I have work for this man for over three months. He is telling me that he is not going to pay me for some calls that I picked up for him a commission on the calls were 40% of the two calls I am a tow t... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

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

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 company is based in FL. An employee is resigning and wants to know if he will be paid unused PTO.
Important that we are following the employment laws. Can we negotiate a fair amount? Or just not pay any of it? We need help! Thank you. applies to Florida · 0 answers

I live in Missouri. I have worked for a company for over 4 years and since my anniversary date of year 2 I have been granted 2 weeks of vacation. My employer is now telling me that he bases vacation time from the beginning of the year and not based on the
My current employer and I disagreed on the amount of vacation time I have left and the way it is accrued. I have been employed at the same place for the past 4 years and this is the first time it has ... applies to Missouri · 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

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

2 week notices
I have never actually quit a job, but now I am about to. What are the laws on giving a two week notice? applies to Minnesota · 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

Non-compete for an out of state employer
I am working for a Georgia based software consulting company in New Jersey for its client. I am working for their client’s customer and I am planning to leave the Job. I was offered a job by another... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

New Electronic and IM law as of 12/1
As of 12/1/06, I hear new laws are in effect in regards to perserving electronic and IM evidence in case of litigation. What do they mean to employers? Thanks applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

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

fighting without a lawyer and winning!!!!!!!!!!
I was discharged from my place of employment. After I filed a chage of dicrimination with the EEOC, the company finaly gave a reason for firing me. The reson was false and without merrit. I was given ... applies to North Carolina · 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

Retaliation and or more
A policy was created a few weeks ago forbidding a specific action. That action I stated I might have committed in the past which initiated the birth of this policy. Is it legal for this company to rep... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Non-Compete, IL worker with MD laws
I work for a Comp A insurance company in IL and signed a non-compete clause which follows MD laws. Anyway it advises that I can't work for the same type of company who competes against them currently.... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Laws on Personnel Files
In Ohio are we required by law to make copies of entire personnel folder when asked for by employee? applies to Ohio · 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

I Have 80 hours of vacation time that i have not used, but i have already put in my 2 week notice because i got a better job else where. Do i loose my vacation time paid? I Live in Missouri
I have 80 hours of vacation time i haven't used yet. i put in my 2 week notice and am working my 2 weeks respectively. i have just earned 80 hours of vacation after my 3rd full year from working at my... applies to Missouri · 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

bounced payroll checks
My boss keeps bouncing our paychecks, then takes days, even weeks to make good on them. Can we insist on direct deposit, certified check, or pay in cash? Is he breaking any laws? applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

This applies to NJ unemployment laws. My employer in bringing in an outside company to run it's kitchen and I was offered a job for less hours, 1/3 less pay and 1/2 the benefits. I would make the same amount collecting unemployment. They also want me to s
This applies to NJ unemployment laws. My employer in bringing in an outside company to run it's kitchen and I was offered a job for less hours, 1/3 less pay and 1/2 the benefits. I would make the same... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

What are the rights of violating personal property?
I live in a volunteer living home and my room was violated and my stuff was search without reason. my question what are the right of Minnesota laws of this issue, can i sew the landlord or is there so... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

discrimination/breach of contract
Sir: Mine is a general question about discrimination and breach of contract. I have been doing a little research and from what I understand, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)handles c... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

Getting told to sign or be fired.
I have just received an E-mail from Corporate to sign "Binding Arbitration Agreement And Waiver of jury Trail" or be fired. This is a retail company and their is a question of overtime for most. For m... applies to Texas · 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

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

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

Franchise non-compete
I own a franchise in minnesota - The franchise headquarters is in Ohio. We have a non-compete and arbitration agreement that would be handled in Ohio. The issue is that we have under paid our royaltie... applies to Minnesota · 1 answer

Am I intitled to overtime?
i work for a movie theater in Iowa and they tell me I'm not in titled to over time due to it being the entertainment business. Is this correct? I tired looking up these laws online but very hard to fi... applies to Iowa · 0 answers

Whistleblower?
I recently have recently been given a 5 day retroactive suspension without pay for "making a bad decision that led to poor customer service" after an SPI for said incident. I signed the paperwork and ... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

Renegotiate Severance?
After 8 years, I was RIF'ed by my employer in Arizona which is a U.S. wide corporation based in Michigan. As a G.M. with extensive knowledge of the company�s risks, liabilities and legal practices, ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

New Mexico sexual harrassment laws
Sexual harassment in the state of new mexico applies to Texas · 0 answers

Can my former employer require me to pay back vacation time at end of my employment?
I live and work in Missouri. I recently accepted a new job, but have roughly 4 weeks of vacation time in my current job. I asked my boss about it when I gave him 2 weeks notice and he said that the on... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

While we were out with wife's cancer a bank poached my entire mortgage team and loans in process. What laws apply here. Did it before and after resignation. 3 licensed lo's and a processor. bank uploaded some of my files while they worked for me..
we know of 5 files working with their new employer while under my employ...at least 9 thefts total with many more possible. applies to Alabama · 0 answers

Recently with the new law passed I went from salary to hourly. I clocked in from the 19th to 25th and accumulating 40 hours and 36 overtime. Of course this isn't normal but during our Thanksgiving busy season. Yesterday on the 28th I was informed that I w
New overtime laws passed that was supposed to go in affect. applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Negotiating a 30 hour work week
If I approach my employeer to negotiate a 30 hour work week, are there any laws stipulating what benefits must be provided in such a case? applies to Virginia · 0 answers

Is the no-compete clause valid in California?
There is no-compete clause in my severance package by my employer, and it states that I would have to abide by laws of other state, even though I work in California. applies to California · 4 answers

I would like advise on constructive discharge claim
I have been advised that I have a case for constructive discharge with my soon to be ex employer. After reviewing the laws it seems that my situation does in fact fit all of the nessesary criteria and... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

I NEED A LAWYER TO READ ALL PROFF AND HELP
I was forsed to retiree with 20 yrs due to wrong doctor doing wrong operation because of this and his not taking responcability my therpist put me out so my body could heal i was excepted for LTD till... applies to South Carolina · 0 answers

volunteers - are their stipulations to how much someone can do this wout payment?
We are a private non-profit organization that looks for volunteers to help out as much as possible. Are there any current laws or other guidlines in Ohio stating how much somneone can volunteer their ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

What constitutes a comparable offer of employment?
I am in a dispute with a former employer over severance. My employment contract required this employer to pay severance in the event the company was sold, and I was offered and accepted a non-comparab... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

If a company is incorporated in Wyoming but office is in Washington, which employment law do they have to go by? Wyoming or Washington?
I have a new client who wants to start her business in Wyoming to minimize taxes but as I am developing her employee handbook, I need to know which laws to go by. I am used to writing for Washington b... applies to Washington · 0 answers

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

Privacy Violation?
My employer terminated me, but then told my landlord who is a friend of the owner, that I was terminated. Can I sue them for telling my landlord that I was terminated? Did they violate any privacy law... applies to Michigan · 0 answers

can I sue the union for failure to fairly represent me?
I was a Flight Engineer for an airline (A) that terminated all it's Flight Engineers. A breach of contract greivance was filed and at arbitration it was determined that the airline was wrong and it wo... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Freelancer Recouping Payments Question
I have a client who I have worked with for several years and has had a good history of payment. But in the last six months my payments have become later and later. They are currently about 8,000.00 be... applies to New York · 0 answers

What laws protect me from a physically agressive boss.
Here is the situation: I asked my supervisor a question about some sales totals on a sheet of paper. He ripped the paper out of my hands and started screaming at me at the top of his lungs. Is scared ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

Ohios min wage law
I am a sales manager at an automobile dealership. With the new Ohio minumum wage laws our dealer says we all must now punch a time card to have accurate dealings with the law. I read the law as saying... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

My place to live was tied to my employment, the business is selling, how much time do I have to move
I was allowed to live on property while being employed. I've been there 15 years, no lease. The owner is selling the business. Are there any laws as to how long I have to move? applies to Florida · 0 answers

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

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

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

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

Required Rest Period - Adult
Does Ohio have a law or laws that require a rest period for a given number of hours worked for adults? For example, 15 minutes for every four hours worked. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

I was switched from salaried to hourly those of us who were switched- (Thank you new law) were told that we would be grandfather and allowed to keep out PTO accrual rate and how much we can accrue. One day I suddenly noticed that my accrual was dropped an
No longer salaried- Already earned PTO taken away. Thank You FSLA laws! applies to Arizona · 0 answers

What are laws in the state of Montana on receiving late payments from your employer?
My employer states in their handbook that my periods are on the 5th and the 20th of the month but I have never once gotten paid on time. To the point where it has cost me $240 in overdraft fees for au... applies to Montana · 0 answers

My employer offered me a settlement during meditation but refused to allow me time to review or consult with an attorney. I was told the offer was null and void if I left without signing but the settlement specifically stated that I’m advised to consult
My employer offered me a settlement during meditation but refused to allow me time to review or consult with an attorney. I was told the offer was null and void if I left without signing but the settl... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

friend lost potential job because current employer revealed that she has depression and is seeing psychiatrist (and was still employed)but manager volunteered they were not sure she was safe to work. My friend is an RN. This seems to vioLate MANY LAWS????
ADDITIONALLY another RN (practicing under her own license) gave an injection that could have been harmful, My friend is NOT her supervisor and does not monitor or is employed to monitor this RN, but t... applies to Washington · 0 answers

new claim new pending issues unemployment?
I live in Missouri and have put in several quarters at different jobs. I was claiming my unemployment until my benefit year to date and it had only been claiming unemployment for about three months. S... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

When traveling as a work group in California, using a company bus, to an out of town location overnight what are the wage laws?
We traveled out of town in a company van at 8 am then then camped with personal equipment overnight with no avail. transport, or water at the camping location. We ended our workday the following day a... applies to California · 0 answers

Can past public employers talk bad about you during references even if you were never in trouble?
I am a firefighter in Ohio. I have been trying to apply for a municipality and believe that a former employer has been talking bad about me, causing me to not get the position. I have no discipline or... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

I'm a hotel general manager, my company is eliminating my position. Is there any compensation?
My company is eliminating my General Manager position with very little warning. Are there any laws regarding time to find other employment or compensatory offerings? applies to Utah · 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

Employer witholding my final paycheck -- Ohio
I resigned from my position at my former employer 3 weeks ago, and they are witholding my final paycheck. They say they will not send it until I do an exit interview. Their "employment at-will" policy... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

How resticted am I by a non-compete with a MN employer, living and working in GA?
I signed a non-compete with MN employer less than 3 months ago. This is not working out well. I am also bothered by the fact that the employer sent out bids ("on my behalf")for construction contracts ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Can a manager of a contract compete against his employer for the same contract after the contract ends
My employer grossly mismanage the contract and lost I. Not paying the bills, getting sued for not paying the bills, too many complaints form clients. No workers compensation even though required by st... applies to Mississippi · 0 answers

Is The Non-Compete I Signed Enforceable?
I live and work in Atlanta GA. The company I worked for is headquartered in NYC. I had to sign a non-compete/non solicit that is based on NY labor laws. Does this non compete apply in Georgia if I go ... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

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

my employer is trying to deduct unemployment from my full back pay award
Hello Mel, I was so happy to have ran across your web site it's very useful. I live in Ohio, I was working for a hospital and I was terminated for unjust cause. The case was arbitrated by my union and... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Wrongful termination
I have been with this private healthcare facility for almost 2 years. I was gonna move to a different area, and my administrator was hounding me for a two week notice. During this period I had changed... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Are there non-compete laws for officer of company without contract?
I worked for my fathers company as vice president. I was recently terminated from this company. I never signed a non-compete contract but have been told by someone that because I was an officer there ... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

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've been cleaning my unemployment my year to date ended I put it in new claim now I have two pending issues will I still get my unemployment
I live in Missouri and have put in several quarters at different jobs. I was claiming my unemployment until my benefit year to date and it had only been claiming unemployment for about three months. S... applies to Missouri · 0 answers

Is their a minimun number of hours in a shift?
I am curious if their is a minimum number of hours an employee must work before they are sent home to save labor costs? Sometimes I send people home as early as 45 mins. Thinking, if I were them,I wou... applies to Texas · 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

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

Where do I need to claim severance pay?
I have just received a severance package from my employer when my job was terminated. I am in the process of filling out financial aid forms to go back to school. Do I have to claim the severance pay ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Employment discrimination based on criminal record
My son is planning on moving to Kentucky to look for work. He was recently released from prison and therefore has a felony conviction. He is under the impression that the laws of Kentucky "favor" the ... applies to Kentucky · 0 answers

Can an employer in Ohio require forfeiture of unused vacation days yearly?
My company only allows the calendar year rollover of 5 vacation days and requires forfeiture of any unused vacation days above that total unless prohibited by state law (e.g. Cal). I am inquiring if O... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Question on a Unique Non Competition Agreement
I have a Non Competition Agreement with my Employer "XYZ" and i am working for a customer based out of Allentown,PA 1) It states "The Agreement shall be Constructed in accordance with the Laws of the ... applies to Pennsylvania · 3 answers

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

What can I do when my boss has threatened me with illegal action?
Hello, I work at a gas station as a gas attendant. I had one day been short on my register because of a simple mistake of me handing out too much change during a rush (I work my entire shift alone) an... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

smoking policy results ONLY in termination
my employer at lucy's diner in booneville ar. has started a no smoking policy at work that the only result of an infraction is termination, no write up, no suspension. he used to allow smoking in the ... applies to Arkansas · 0 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

what are the laws on workmans comp and becoming pregnant can they stop your claim payments due to a pregnancy. I have a wrist injury and that has nothing to do with a baby
got a wrist injury In 2014 still on workman comp from it can they stop my claim payments applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

Hi Mel: I'm currently employed in a health care facility as an RT. Our staffing has dipped to critically low levels,( we've lost 30% of our therapists) we frequently work alone. I would like to know in advance if we can be mandated to work 24 hrs straight
There are laws in place that govern mandatory overtime for RN.s in a particular state, but the governing bodies that establish clinical practice guidelines for RT's essentially sold out and have allow... applies to Ohio · 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

non compete laws in Florida
If a 1099 worker is told by the owner of the company they are working for they must sign non compete contract or be terminated, the worker only allowed briefly to read over it, not given a copy, not w... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Hey there, what can I do about a conpany trying to fire me for speaking up about local laws that are in place but they continue to break them? And trying to force me to break the law?
My boss has continuously made us flyer in the san marcos area without a permit, along with scheduling us for super late night shifts to flyer competitors. We work for an appartment management company.... applies to Texas · 0 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

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

I work 42.5 hours a week, and I only get paid for 1.5 hours of overtime. Is that okay, and if not, what should I do?
I work in a family-owned restaurant. It is my first job, so I'm not clear on the laws of overtime. I work 8.5 hours a day, on a 5 day workweek, which adds up to 42.5. My pay stub says I'm getting paid... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

Can I legally give a coworker my sick time?
Are there any laws against "donating" sick time to a coworker? I've worked for the same company for 11 years and have accrued almost 600 hours of sick time. A coworker is undergoing cancer treatment a... applies to California · 1 answer

Job not allowing meal breaks
I’ve recently taken a job as a bus driver. I did not join the union. Currently, routes go 8-9 hrs without lunches. I’ve been told I’m bound to the union contract (even though I am non union and ... applies to Washington · 0 answers

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

non compete as an independent contractor
dear mel, I had an agreement with a autoglass replacement co. in az, not as an employee but i was an independent contractor or as they called it a licensee. in the agrement we had there was a non comp... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

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

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

Repayment of relocation Monies (Take 2)
Superior Court Summons received.I currently reside in RI and they have filed here(they are in NC). Which state do I get the lawyer? Which states laws apply here NC or RI. Under the contract of 2years ... applies to North Carolina · 0 answers

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

Why does Florida limit unemployment to 6 weeks and maximum benefits $3000. my daughter has an advanced degree and the type of job and title she is looking for in Florida hasn’t been available without moving away and right now she can’t leave because o
If federal laws provide 6 months unemployment and more than $5000, then how can Florida stop benefits at 6 weeks and $3000. I have tried and tried in my field to get a job but other have already gotte... applies to Florida · 0 answers

wage payment and reimbursement of bs expenses
Need guidance concerning wage payment, including final pay & reimbursement of out of pocket expenses. I reside in Texas and have a signed employment agmt w/ a Florida company. The contract is governed... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Physicians and the non compete clause
I am a physician that was terminated because of fear of competition. I opened a Saturday clinic over 20 blocks away from the clinic I was employed at because I was losing patients due to the primary o... applies to New York · 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 · 2 answers

contractor not paid
My husband worked as a contractor for a new e-business that is still in business, for about 2 years. He stopped working for them because he was not getting paid on a regular basis. He has not worked f... applies to Colorado · 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

Can my employer extend my probationary period indefinitely? Its been over 2 years!
My salary was supposed to increase by $2000/month and I was supposed to be provided medical benefits after a 90 day probationary period. I've been there 20 months now and my salary and benefits have n... applies to California · 1 answer

Can an employer force you to work when you're unavailable and make you stay past your scheduled time
A student in the state of Minnesota is being made to work past their scheduled time and is being scheduled for hours they have made it clear they can't work. It's become so much of an issue that it's ... applies to Minnesota · 0 answers

Is my employer held accountable for not paying me on time?
It's been almost a week after I was supposed to receive my paycheck from my employer, I was supposed to receive a check in the mail, because we had switched pay cards. I was told I would receive the c... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Can I work and volunteer at a church without the State or Labor dept penalizing the church?
I plan on working at a church part time as an admin assistant. About 20 hrs a week. I also play the guitar on Sunday and weekly services outside my part time job with the church. I work and volunteer ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

Are homosexuals and people over 70 safe from discrimination?
Are people over the age of 70 protected by the ADEA? And do Federal EEO Laws protect homosexuals from discrimination in employment? Does an employee have to report sexual advances to the company in or... applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

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

Do I have to disclose non-covid related symptoms?
What are the privacy laws now with the age of Covid? My employer (a private school) will make you specify what is wrong if you call out sick even if you state that it is Non-Covid related. I had to ca... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

family life in evaluation
Can an employer state anything about my special education child in a formal evaluation? My employer stated "that Me often speaks of her own son who is a special education student, which makes me wonde... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

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

Non-Compete based on california law
I signed a two year non-compete contract with my former employer. The company was focused in the elctronic manufacturing industry and marketed products through reps and distributor. I was terminated a... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

Retaliation
I was terminated from a local employer, for what was listed as poor performance. In my termination letter it states three discussions in a six week period (never happened, No documentation). Three wee... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

2 weeks notice - Vacation Pay
I gave my company written notice for two weeks, but stated the last four days would be taken as vacation days, since I had accrued 8 days of vacation. They refuse to pay, stating that the Company hand... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Employment Agency Overtime Laws
I work for an employment agency. My work with that agency, sends me to two different businesses. I work 30 hours a week at one company and 22.5 hours a week at the other. Although I am working with tw... applies to California · 1 answer

Can I get the company to pay my last five years of my pension in my settlement?
I was assaulted at work, suspended for two days while company investigated it. Called me back to work and told me they found no fault in the physical activities on my part. Then proceed to say but we ... applies to Oregon · 0 answers

I work in Florida, what are the laws in regards to PTO payout?
I worked for a company that was going through a lot of financial issues. They reduced our work week to 4,8 hours days to save money. I have since found another job and have PTO owed to me. They are no... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Would making inquiries into possible illegal activities be a "protected activity"
This involves a franchised commercial cleaning company to which I was employed, (2 yrs-one raise - no disipline actions) I began to check on some of the activities of the Master Owner. I can prove on ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Promotion
I am a male 38 years old and have worked for a local government for 18 years. My wife and I recently have decided back in March to have a child and finding out in April we were pregnant. I put in for ... applies to North Carolina · 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

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

How to know if your a victim of retaliation.
A few months ago, my manager hired his friend to work for the company. As an Assistant, I asked how hiring this person was beneficial to the corporation because he had no qualifications. Since then, h... applies to Florida · 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

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

I have worked for Company A since August 2015. I have just found out Company A may not be the successor of the a new Procurement. Company B has contacted me to continue working at the same site with a different title. The work appears to be very similar.
Non-Compete Clause is governed by the State of North Carolina. The Contract site I work and live is in Virginia. The new Company winning the contract has offered me a position but I signed a non-compe... applies to Virginia · 0 answers

can employer deduct med ins payments twice in the same pay period?
I was recently terminated from employment on 10/20/15. I received my final pay on an Aline debt card for my hours worked on 10/18 thru 10/20. I was told the remainder of my pay (10/4-10/17) would be o... applies to California · 1 answer

assault at work
Hello, I am one of two managers who was struck in the back by our District Manager while he was ranting about low sales from the previous day at a meeting that was taking place in our store. He hit th... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

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

Can you work more than 40 hours, but less than 80 at the same location for two different employers.
I work for a hospital as an NP full time (37.5 hours) during the week. A group of doctors at the hospital wants to hire me to make rounds for them on the weekends at the hospital which is a related bu... applies to New York · 0 answers

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

I was fired on Jan. 12, 2017 from my job of almost 15 years. I was a salaried employee and should have received a check the day after my termination and one the next Friday,I didn't receive either one of those checks for time I worked. Is it legal for him
During my termination I was told I was guilty by association because my employer was firing my father-in-law because he suspected him of theft. So myself and my 2 brother in laws were also let go caus... applies to Alabama · 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

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

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

The recently worked for a tower company out of GA. I put on a flight from my home in Dallas Texas to do a few site builds in tenns. When it came to the end of the play week I noticed that my project manager was refusing to pay for the hours that I was on
Was left stranded out of state and refused to pay for my travel time while I was flying to state where was working. Harassed and threatened. All because I researched the laws on travel time and shared... applies to Tennessee · 0 answers

violation of equal pay laws? (woman making more than men)
for the last 8 months I have worked at an assited living home where I am one of three male certified nurses assistants I have recently discovered that ALL certified female CNAs are making $8.00/hour w... applies to Idaho · 2 answers

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

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

What are my rights when I'm being treated as an employed but I'm really an independent contractor?
I work in a salon and I pay rent, do my own taxes (1099). But in the last two years it has been made mandatory by the owner to go to staff meeting (one a month) and be apart of salon events. The event... applies to California · 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

Fraudulent representation
An employer represented to me in the job interview that pre-qualified appointments would be made for me. I had to go in and consult/sell. Many of the appointments were not in fact qualified. *** Sever... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Retire account closing out with statements held back.
Hi, The company I'm working with is change hands to a new ownership and closing my retirement account for 34 years. I have received statement up to 2014. But the amount is not even close from what was... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

My pay was cut in half so I quit. Do I receive up unemployment comp?
I have an unemployment question. My fiance has worked for a small business for 14 yrs. They have decided to reduce expenses by "offering" him a job at half the pay he's receiving now. This is the exac... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Verbal Employment Agreement
My stepfather had a verbal agreement with a friend to work for him at the local County Fair in Massachusetts for 3 weeks (9am-8pm, 7 days a week). The man agreed to pay my stepfather $1000/wk, and the... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

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

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

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

One employee is excused & the other employee is not excused
Lets say that employee #1 is excussed from being on the "on call duty list at night" because of taking a medication. Employee #2 (on FML) is taking the exact medication but yet employee #2 is required... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Unpaid overtime, overpaid taxes and constructive termination.
I was trained to be a serviceman for a vending company in Texas in January of 2002. I was paid an hourly wage of $10.00, that went to $12.00/hr in January of 2003, after being rehired (I worked for an... applies to Kansas · 1 answer

NC non-compete laws for hairstylists
I am a booth renter/independent contractor hair stylist in North Carolina. I had started work with a salon that the owner tried to call a barber shop, I signed a non-compete clause that said I couldn'... applies to North Carolina · 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

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

If a TNphysician severence agreement binds him to Colorado law is he immune from Non-Compete Clause?
I am currently in law school and this question boggles me. My father, a TN peditrician was laid off without cause and wasoffered a severence agreement that binds him to laws of Colorado. Colorado's st... applies to Colorado · 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

salary owed prior to termination
I have recently been laid off of work from the pest control industry and feel that I am owed more pay than they are agreeing to pay. I am a salaried employee and I was terminated 2 days into a new pay... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

Can your employer withold your earnings because of a
I work online. The website company takes about 45-60% commission out of every online chat/email session that I do for a client. However, one client from that website contacted me, and I gave them my p... applies to Rhode Island · 0 answers

Houston Independent School District have been Discriminated and Retaliated Against me about hired at the workplace. I have been filed at the Federal EEOC. What should I do ?
I have been working for “HISD” over 4 years. I was applying for my occupation Mechanic experiences for over 30 years. I did passed their Created Fraud and Cheating about their Interviews. I had al... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Shift work.
I perform computer help desk support for a large airline catering company in Memphis. I am an exempt employee (No overtime). My regular work hours were Monday -Friday 8:30am to 5pm (7.5 hours). My sup... applies to Tennessee · 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

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

Owner and practice manager at a business employ their son. Practice manager (mom) alters time sheets to show son working for 40 hours a week,but he does not. Is this stealing from the company, being that they own it? Is this legal in regards to the IRS?
Husband owns a business. His wife is practice manager. Their son is an employee at the establishment. He is a part time employee that rarely clocks in or out. H works about an hour or two per day.. Wh... applies to New Jersey · 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

May an employer hire a witness named by an employee who has a pending law suit against the employer?
"X" interned in the office and is qualified for an open position in the office. X's internship ended. Shortly afterward, a disabled employee filed discrimination suit against boss, naming X as a witne... applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

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

Is this retaliation, nerves or paranoia, wrongful termination because I discovered too much?
I was hired to assess and manage the accounting department. I was fired right after my third week. I know Texas is an at will state and they can fire for no reason but I'm pretty sure that if someone ... applies to Texas · 0 answers

Illegaly took my bonus
I currently am a senior executive with a New York based company with my office in Scottsdale. In my employment contract which is an at will contract. It explains my bonus structure. It says any change... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

Is a non-compete valid if the company backs out of Agreed terms?
I worked for a GA company for 8 yrs an upon returning 14 mths later they wanted me sign a non-compete. We agreed upon expenses,commission an a monthly salary. Expenses to be submitted by 1st of month ... applies to Georgia · 0 answers

Job overpaid me after I quit- sent them check to repay- how long do they have to cash it?
I recently quit my job with appropriate notice and my employer did not take me off payroll right away. I ended up with a couple extra paychecks. I finally got their attention to stop paying me, and th... applies to Nevada · 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 a company fire US citizen after they find cheap foreign worker without any work auth?
I am US citizen. I was employed as technology consultant initially for 3 months contract. During the middle of the contract they liked my work and told me they would extend my contract to 2 more month... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

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

Are there laws in place to protect the caregivers of diabetics?
My seven-year old child has Type 1 diabetes. My employer wrote me up for missing work to care for her. My husband and I are the only ones who know how to care for her when she is well, much less when ... applies to Texas · 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 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

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

Leaving job due to company's questionable future.
I am resigning from a company that I feel is in a downward spiral and I have felt (with valid reason) that I would be one to soon be let go. I need to work at some point but need advice on 3 issues...... applies to New York · 0 answers

Employer Refuse To Pay For Earned Vacation Time For A Previous Contract
I work for a government contractor. I recently found out that I should have been getting paid some vacation time for continual service that I wasn't paid for. When I brought it to my employer attentio... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

Non compete in Ohio under Pa law
I signed a non compete for employment in Ohio which is governed under all aspects by the laws of Pa. in Mid Sept 2009 when I signed a compensation agreement. In November I had to sign a new sales comp... applies to Ohio · 2 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

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

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

Non compete in Ohio under Pa law
Non compete in Ohio under Pa law I signed a non compete for employment in Ohio which is governed under all aspects by the laws of Pa. in Mid Sept 2009 when I signed a compensation agreement. In Novemb... applies to Ohio · 0 answers

Variable Comission without prior notice
Hi, I joined my company 3 yrs back with base pay at 15% comission..it was a fairly new company and i was the first sales person..also..office manager too. In span of 3 yrs, every year our revenue has ... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Can an employer threaten to fire you, if you don't reschedule a surgery?
Asking on behalf of bf. He needs to get surgery for a hernia 11-23. We gave his managers 2 weeks notice (as soon as we left DR's office). We told them he will only need 1-2 weeks off. One of his manag... applies to Idaho · 0 answers

Have a salary position with a non-profit organization and was hired in June of this year. This past week all Program Directors were told that the position is being eliminated, and we all were offered a position $10,000 lower then what we are making and/or
Have a salary position with a non-profit organization and was hired in June of this year. This past week all Program Directors were told that the position is being eliminated, and we all were offered ... applies to Pennsylvania · 0 answers

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

will i quilify for unemployment benefits if i quit my job based on retaliation in oklahoma?
My husband filed a claim with the labor board against the company I currently work for, I helped him with his claim (of course) the company was ordered to pay him, since that time I feel I have been a... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

What chance do we have to get a favorable result with a TILA error in our mortgage?
We have been working with Certified Mortgage Audit of New York. In the Forensic Mortgage Audit, an error was identified. We also have many email and telephone conversations saying something that is de... applies to Minnesota · 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 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

Jurisdiction Ohio Resident working weekdays in Arkansas
I'm an Ohio resident (8 years, own property, return home each weekend) working in Arkansas 6.5 days per week. I'm a W2 employee of a company that is Headquartered in VA. I was hired and am managed by ... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

3 co-workers work in a community based group home for special needs. We reported to the proper boards abuse, neglect, and sexual harassment Due to this, We have had our overtime pay denied, we have our hours cut to nothing while some of us had to work ove
3 co-workers work in a community based group home for special needs. We reported to the proper boards abuse, neglect, and sexual harassment Due to this, We have had our overtime pay denied, we have ou... applies to Louisiana · 0 answers

Age Discrimination Claim?
Mark M ma1mck@yahoo.com 5-6-05 RE: Age Discrimination Question Dear Counselor, Last week I responded to an ad for a Street Department Worker at a certain village in Ohio that will hire through the May... applies to Ohio · 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

Retaliation for Overtime?
I was employed by a major studio who was avoiding paying the IT personnel overtime by keeping them salaried. When they moved us (~50+ people) over to hourly in August of 2002, they passed it off as a ... applies to California · 2 answers

Wrongful termination for sexual harassment
My husband was the construction superintendent at a subdivision. He supervised a crew of 3 construction assistants. A young lady was recently hired to handle customer service. She was not getting alon... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

How can I stop my previous emplyer from changing the reasons I was terminated ?
I worked for a Gov't contractor and was terminated after 11 busniess days, the claim was I showed a pronographic photo to a coworker on my iphone, and I had a negitive attitude, and touch a contractor... applies to Virginia · 1 answer

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 employer withhold severance if I do not sign new compete. Is an old unsigned non-compete valid ?
Hi I have worked with a company selling technical solutions to large retailers across the US. Due to restructuring, I will be laid off. I asked whether the company has any non-compete which I may have... applies to Massachusetts · 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

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

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

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

My previous employer told my future employer during a reference check that I was taking bi-polar medications & may not be stable to work around children. False statement completely, my previous employer is upset that I quit & turnt her in for the illegal
I worked for a preschool that was not filing DCF & early childhood coalition laws. I finally got fed up and decided to quit the job. Upon quitting I gave a 3 1/2 page report I had been making with eac... applies to Florida · 0 answers

Release from liability of damages regarding background check on non-job history (pr. resume info)
I had a very negative experience with an educational institution from which I graduated. The school/head official has interfered negatively with my professional development and success. Recently, I re... applies to New York · 0 answers

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

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

Will South Carolina non-compete laws hold up in the state of Colorado?
I am a salesman for a tire manufacturer based out of South Carolina. I cannot remember signing a non compete and do not have the paperwork but in my original offer letter it states "Your agreement to ... applies to Colorado · 0 answers

Required to repay relocation if job is different than agreed?
I'm an at will employee of a North Carolina firm, working in St. Louis, MO. When I agreed to join the firm, my employment was contingent upon my signing a contract stating that I would repay the firm ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

A non-compete and non-disclosure for a non-employee??
Sort of a non-compete, but I am not an employee. I am looking into buying a LP company in California from the general partner. As part of my due diligence process, I asked him to furnish his tax and p... applies to California · 1 answer

signed contract to be an employee 1 month ago, but a certification board wont let us work?
Its a fiberglass company and i am suppose to be paid 1700$ per pool and 500$ per spa, but even though i am contracted as an employee we have not even been approved to leave for work in over 1 month. I... applies to Kansas · 0 answers

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

Should I sue my coworkers for Defamation of Character and Slander?
As soon as my 90 day probation period ended at my new job and I was allowed to start using the personal, vacation and sick time that I accumulated. I spoke with my superior and asked if on slow days i... applies to New Jersey · 0 answers

I need your help because I can't seem to find an answer anywhere. So, I was suspended from work without pay for one week. No investigation needed because I owned up to a mistake I made. Keep in mind I've been with the company 19 years and my record is vir
I need your help because I can't seem to find an answer anywhere. So, I was suspended from work without pay for one week. No investigation needed because I owned up to a mistake I made. Keep in mind I... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

I handed my resignation 2 weeks in advance and was told I can stay and work it out. 10 days before my resignation date I was asked to leave and that I would be paid in lieu. No benefits were discussed or final pay given (which they had done for others). I
I handed my resignation 2 weeks in advance and was told I can stay and work it out. 10 days before my resignation date I was asked to leave and that I would be paid in lieu. No benefits were discussed... applies to Massachusetts · 0 answers

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

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

wrongfull termination / union misrepresentation
one year ago i was working as a route driver for a baking co. and was a substitute for another route driver. I serviced a store that has a manager who has a reputation for be degrading and extremely r... applies to Wisconsin · 1 answer

Is it legal in nj to withhold my commission by using excuses from my employer?
Got an email fm my manager, said no longer need my help, but said to let me fill up my customers' info before release my final commission. Pls. reference to his email: > " I want to thank you for your... applies to New Jersey · 1 answer

What to do next???
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

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

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 fiance's former boss started a bizarre campaign of defamatory and completely fictitious lies about her, right after
My fiance's former boss started a bizarre campaign of defamatory and completely fictitious lies about her, right after leaving her employ, with whst we thought was good terms and no animosity. This wo... applies to Arizona · 0 answers

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

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

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

Workers Comp Filed and then Blackballed
Hi, I work as a property manager, managing homeowner associations, and was in a car accident on my way home from a meeting one night. I immediatly called my supervisor and left a message on her voice ... applies to California · 1 answer

Legally tied to my employers tuition retention agreement if they are sold?
My current employer paid for my MBA, and with that, I signed a tuition refund retention agreement for four years after the last tuition paid. I work in Ohio, but, the contract I signed stated "This Ag... applies to New York · 1 answer

Do to all the privacy laws I am wondering if a school support staff contract can be public knowledge
I served as the Elementary Secretary for approximately 9 years. During this time I was diagnosed with breast cancer and took a leave of absence. I had no problem after my treatments and was able to re... applies to Oklahoma · 0 answers

My question is if I have grounds to seek compensation for wrongful discharge and defamation?
Two female co-workers that I had relations with, contrived to get me fired, and HR not only allowed it, but appears to have facilitated it. Woman (A) filed a harassment complaint as a result of woman ... applies to Texas · 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

Does the Termination Clause Cancel truly because of the way it is written?
EMPLOYEE AGREEMENT TERMINATION CLAUSE? I am about to sign employment contract and there are more details in the contract but wondering if someone could say if this contract is shown as "termination" b... applies to Texas · 0 answers

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

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

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 this a case of breach of oral contract?
For the last 6 years I have been a manager at in a small business that has a medical marijuana provisioning center, certification center, magazine and home and office rentals. I was directly under the... applies to Michigan · 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

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

My job refuses to make me permanent and keeps switching my role
I started working for this HHA company in May 2018 as a temp in a hot and dusty file room. It has no working vents, no sprinklers. Just a camera and wall to wall file cabinets. Within the first two we... applies to New York · 1 answer

Fired for alleged theft. Showing staff and all was a set up. No evidence won claim
Hi! My question is re accusations of a crime not proved on my friend. Video sevaliance revealed he was not a part of the alleged crime nor did he see another person that was accused do so. There are n... applies to Colorado · 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

Sexual Harrassment, Retaliation, Hositle working environment
About a year ago, I accepted an opportunity within my company to move into another role within the Finance Department. (Mar 03) The Sr. Finance Analyst was a man who at the time was not my direct boss... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

Seeking Defamation Attorney for Libel, Slander, and Personal Injury from unlawful, inaccurate drug testing in relation to Workers Compensation Law as a constitutional violation of law under Eighth Amendment Search & Seizure.
Dear Sir or Madam: I am referred to you by the internet as a law firm which engages in Constitutional Law, and/or has a Pro Bono Program to help those with major constitutional issues. I have been dis... applies to New York · 0 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

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 non-compete enforceable?
I have been working ofr a firm based in Stamford, Ct for last 5 years. For the last 2 years I have been working from home office in Roselle, IL. I have been working on IT Security project for a partic... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Arizona's - "Right to Work" vs "Non-Compete"
Non-Compete question: I'm an employee working from my home in Phoenix, AZ. My employer is in St. Louis MO. and they would like for me to sign a non-compete after 3yrs of being employed.. they say that... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can I be terminated for filling out a company requested medical form?
I am facing a termination. I am a cba protected worker. I was recently (last one year) injured on the job. While I was out under medical care I was to periodically report to my company physician to do... applies to New York · 1 answer

non-compete clause - promotions
Can my employer make a promotion (into management) contingent on me signing a non-compete clause? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Retaliation
I filed a discrimination charge against my company with the EEOC on September 2002. And on June 2003, I was demoted without an explanation at all. I would like to know what to do next. If I should go ... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Can a fired employee then be rehired by me without violating nocompete clause?
My elderly mother received in home healh care from a company. One of their caregivers was terminated by the company, and then hired by the family as a independent contractor providing the same health ... applies to Missouri · 1 answer

Non-interference in Employment Agreement
I am an IT consultant residing and working in Phoenix, AZ whereas my former employer is Massachussetts. He made me sign Non-interference clause in the employment agreement to not work with his clients... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Age discrimination
My son was terminated 3 days after having started his employment with his company. Reason he was to young. He was hired by the General Manager at his site for a part- time summer job. The corporate di... applies to New York · 1 answer

When an employee quits his job with free housing, how long does he get to say in the house for?
applies to California · 1 answer

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

can a multi-party claim be filed in a different state from the defendants, if the plaintiffs (us) are subcontractors doing work in Philadelphia PA but the defendant (Company headquarters) is in Virginia?
We are subcontractors working under an independent contractor, who has not been paid, therefore, we also have not been paid for labor performed. We wish to file a multi-party (3-6 workers) claim in th... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Terminated for any reason
I have read that Georgia is an at-will employment state. Does that mean anyone can be terminated for any reason? Is the only grounds for a law suit in Georgia based on discrimination or sexual harassm... applies to All States · 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

retaliation
Do you know of any success or question in reguards to wrongfull suspension for unknowingly handling damaged product, then being terminated for the blame? There is more to add to this though I wish not... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Monies owed
Thank you in advance for any help and direction that you can offer. I was employeed for 9 years with a firm in NY and was not paid in a timely manner. I currrently am no longer with the firm and am wo... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Discrimination Harassment Retaliation
Because an individual is employed by an At Will Employer and basically no explanatin is necessary for an employee's severance fromm service, is it possible to challenge a lay off using Tort Law? Can T... applies to New York · 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

Do I have any legal grounds against my company for not protecting me from workplace violence?
I was being threatened by a coworker in November/December of 2011. This coworker was being moved to another division within the company. She didn't want to be moved and wanted my position to avoid hav... applies to Ohio · 2 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

I have a question about severance pay.
My division was recently eliminated. Most of us were laid off at different times; some were offered other jobs in the company. We all have been asked to sign a severance agreement waiving our rights t... applies to California · 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

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

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

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

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

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

What can I do if I was terminated for being unethical but I was fasely accused
applies to Florida · 1 answer

My right to used company policy to protect me was violated
I filed 3 to5 harrassment compliants and i was giving a directive to only talk 1 person about it and where the harrassment policy states a list of staff members allowed and plus a open door policy alo... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

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

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

Is there a way I can protect myself from a boss who is targeting me?
I complained to HR on three occasions regarding my boss. The third time I went to them was due to my boss finding out I had complained twice before and she had begun retaliating against me. She is sti... applies to Georgia · 1 answer

What are my rights?
Can my employer cut my pay if they demote me for my ilness?They are trying to say I can not perform my required duties in shipping, even though I have my doctor's release letter saying I can return to... applies to Texas · 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

maternity leave turned to lay off
Im due to take maternity leave very soon. I gave my boss enough notice about my maternity. When he got back to me in regards to the leave, he told me the company didn't have enough money to pay for my... applies to New York · 1 answer

Even though i am required to work 50 hours a week my employer only pays me 40 hours for a week vacat
my employer requires me to work a 50 hour work week but for a weeks pay vacation only pays me 40 hours is this legal. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Do I have the right to know what statements have been said about me
I was suspended after alligationsof misconduct. Co workers made statements but I have no idea what was stated as I was shocked to even know I was being accused of anything! Do I have a right to know w... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Compensation for 24 hour coverage?
Does my company have the authority to enforce 24 hour coverage without any compensation. applies to New York · 1 answer

Breach of Contract
If an employment agreement exists that lists consideration, engagement, commitment and compensation at the annual rate - can unpaid overtime constitute breach of contract for a nonexempt employee? applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I work for a cable tv company in a telemarketing position where we autodial out to customers to acquire new and/or reacquire past customers on a pool money commision structure including salary. There is inbound calling as well to a minimum. Is it legal fo
This is a strictly outbound telemarketing sales, leads are loaded into an autodialer and occasionaly we get inbound callbacks from customers which are not routed by extensions, we have to rely on reps... applies to New York · 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

I think I said it all.
I am a manager and an employee claimed I retaliated against him. The employee was disciplined for a vehicle accident. I told Him I would consider him for his next progression raise if he accepted resp... applies to New York · 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

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 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

clarification of wrongfull termination
What qualifies legally as wrongfull termination? How can I research this topic as it pertains to Texas law and what conditions would a terminated employee have a case against the employer? applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

Rehire and smoking policy enforcement
I started working at a large corporation beginning in 2008. I was laid off in June 2013 due to department downsizing. They have asked me to come back as an on calll position, I have met with my manage... applies to Ohio · 2 answers

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

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

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

Can overtime be paid separately at straight-time pay?
I am a cashier in a convenience store. I worked 50 hours in one week. My check stub showed 40 hours, which I was paid for, but the other 10 hours was paid in cash at straight time...not time-and-a-hal... applies to Florida · 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

Are bankruptcy employee settlement payments taxable?
My company filed Chapter 11, 18 months ago and I have just received a check (settlement)for vacation pay earned 90days prior to filing the bankruptcy petition. Nothing was withheld. Will I be required... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

Am I eligible for overtime?
I work for a lobbying firm as an administrative assistant in DC. I make less than $45,000 a year and am supposed to work 8 hour days/40 hour weeks. On average I work 9-10 hours a day with 1-2 of those... applies to District of Columbia · 1 answer

Wrongfully terminated, discrimination
I worked for a company for several years and was injured on the job.They wouldn't put meon light duty or change y dept. I complained to several people and state companys. I was treated really badly fo... applies to New York · 1 answer

wage payment
I work straight commission. Can my employer start penalizing me for late paying customers? He started this 11/01/02. applies to Texas · 1 answer

Non-compete
If a non-compete is signed in Indiana, but the non-compete agreement is drafted in the state of California where the company is based, can the contract be enforced since non-competes in CA are illegal... applies to Indiana · 1 answer

Termination
Are IT techs discriminated in california? Meaning - it seem an IT staff is exempt from employer policies when it comes to corrective action. Termination is what takes place unless you are buddies with... applies to California · 1 answer

Accountant forced my employer to replace me with his own person
I have had apart time bookkeeping job for the past 2 1/2 years. I have never had any complaints about my job perforamce. Even yesterday as my Boss explained to me that his Accountant will not do his T... applies to Wisconsin · 2 answers

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

Multiple non-compete questions
There are many questions involved in my non-compete issues and I do plan on seeking the advice of an attorney. However, I would like some general information to determine if I have a strong case. My o... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

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

Having a hard time finding a job.
What can a past employer say about you. When some one calls to varifies your dates of employment there? A past employer is giving more then dates and a yes or no if asked if he would hire me back. applies to Illinois · 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

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

Demoted with 15% paycut & no responsibilities reduced
On Friday 3/20/09, my employer informed me that I was being demoted for poor performance and receiving a 15% rate decrease. The only time I was advised of poor performance was on 3/12/09 when I was in... applies to New York · 1 answer

What can be done when employer fails to correct issues?
A person is not cooperative with any of the others in a work environment. This person has seniority, but is not a supervisor. He mistreats his peers, but is an angel with his customers. He often hogs ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

medical payment taken out of vacation payment
My husband was let go from his job mid June. He got paid every 2 weeks and medical was always taken out in each check to equal the monthly payment of roughly $240. Before his layoff he was paid and he... applies to Illinois · 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

Employee assaulted by Boss on the job
I am a Projects Specialist for the City. On Wednesday Dec. 17 my boss called me into his office upset over an harassment charge I had filed with Human Resources. He called the incident chicken s##t, t... applies to California · 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

Retaliation/whislt blower protection
Fraud has been proven in my company, the CFO has been fired, now all of the other people committing fraud are mad a t the ones(me included) for speaking out. My current boss lashed out loud enough for... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

I work for a Florida company. I receive PTO and vacation days. It is accrued and posted on my paycheck. My paycheck stub showed PTO available. I took the PTO with the written permission of my direct manager. Now the company HR says I used too much and ter
My company posts the PTO and vacation hours earned on your paycheck stub. My stub showed PTO hours available. I would take an hour here or there but with the written permission of my manager first. Th... applies to Florida · 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

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

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

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

Is my boss required to pay anytime I worked before I quit (not including 2-week notice time)?
He told me that he does not have to pay me the 2 weeks before this week if I plan to quit today. Is this legal? On my last day, do I get my final paycheck with everything that he owes me or do I have ... applies to Florida · 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

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

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

Can me boss tell me to shut the f**** up and tell me there is no excuse for stupidly. .
These are the most common remarks. He is worst with the rest of the staff as I am a manager. But still is verbally abusive to all staff members on a daily basis. He tries to intimidate by slamming his... applies to Nevada · 1 answer

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

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

Am I being taken advantage by being labeled as a private contractor ?
I was a recent graduate wanting to get working experience. I started volunteering and everything was going great. The person in charge decides to give me an offer as a private contractor. Basically th... applies to California · 2 answers

Falsely accused at work
I was written up a work and falsely accused of something that was not true. I gathered my info and witnesses and went to HR. Hr investigated and cleared me of the accusation. Bonus time just came and ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

Defamation and Lack of overtime pay
My husband has been working for Mineke for 2 months now, and his boss has used foul language everyday around him, the other workers, and customers. He also accused my husband for being a thief in fron... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

lawyer abuse
First, the offending firm is not a TN firm! What do you do when the abusers are lawyers? What is the possibility of law firms making under the table "deals" with EEOC? applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

still waiting for commission payment....
I was layed off from my company in October. At that time my employer owed me commission for Sept and October. It is now December and I still have not received payment. Is there a law in NY that requir... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can I claim for 101/2 years worked? I'm just take in the period of time ,3 weeks(one por year) I work as manager , i a salary worked, and forced for quit. Thank you!
I worked as Manager ( salary worker)must of the time work 10 to 12 hours a day in six days a week. I'm forced to auit my jib applies to Florida · 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

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

Nigger calling
Mel, We were working is a rv/trailer park as workkampers, the owner came to us and gave my wife a office position and gave me mainteance supervisor. one of the worker called me a nigger and that same ... applies to California · 2 answers

I work in NYC for a company based in CA. They are deducting from my paycheck (bi-MOnthly) the following CA deductions: CA W/H CA DT EE Why? Is this an error on their part?
Should be clear in the question above. applies to New York · 1 answer

Is there a law regarding favortism in the office?
Is there a law regarding favortism in the office? Can it be stopped if it is being done in a professional work environment wherein the person who is being "favored" has no qualifications to fill the j... applies to Texas · 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

Is it retaliation if I reported harrassment against a manager & now he is trying to get me fired?
One of the managers, on 2 occasions, verbally went off on me with insults and extremely rude name calling. He told me I need to be on meds & ridiculed my single status saying it was due to me being a ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

Non complete agreement signed in China
I signed a employment non-complete agreement in China, restricting me to work for a competitor for 6 months. Is the agreement signed in China enforcable in NYC? Thanks Charles applies to New York · 2 answers

Can my employer refuse to pay my already approved and taken vacation?
I put in for vacation in end of Feb. 2016 for April (1 week) and now my employer is saying I don't have the time and still has not paid me and is now going to pay my vacation. Is this legal? applies to Massachusetts · 1 answer

is my employer required to pay overtime when I am work reduced?
I work a 10 hour alternative schedule in a hospital. When I am work reduced after working 8 hours, isn't my employer required by law to pay me time and a half for the remaining 2 hours? If so how do I... applies to California · 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

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

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

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

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

retaliation
how do you know when you have been wronged? i was removed from a job for not being at numbers they wanted. an there were 11 more in the same boat i was and they all stillhave there postion. i feel tha... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Unwelcome Contact by Boss
I work for a large retail pharmacy chain that seems to breed harassers. I don't think I have been approached by one member of management that has not made some kind of sexual comment to me. I'm somewh... applies to New York · 2 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 considered retaliation and can I report it/be covered by the EEOC?
Is this considered retaliation. I applied for an interoffice transfer to a different position. I am currently in a position for a public agency and applied for a less stressful position within the com... applies to California · 1 answer

see above
RE: Non-compete contracts I have read several articles re: non-compete contracts on the internet and their validity after one was fired; however, I am still confused about the state of Texas upholding... applies to Texas · 2 answers

wage payment
I work straight commission. After 9 years, can my employer change the way he pays? It was based on sales, now it's based on receivables. Thank you, Janie applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

question about pregnancy
Is it legal to sent a pregnant female who is married to leave the state perminately applies to Ohio · 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

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

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

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

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

Benefits Question
I live in Florida. When I started working for my employer nearly 9 years ago, upon hiring I was offered retirement pkg, free health insurance(myself only) cost of living raise every year, and bonus up... applies to Florida · 1 answer

Decrease in pay without knowing pay rate
My husband and the employees at his company were all informed by their owner last Friday 9/25 by letters mailed to each person's home that that was the last day that each person would be on their curr... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

Employer retailiated my responding to a performance memo by terminating my employment.
Do I have good grounds for a "retaliation" lawsuit based on the following information. My immediate supervisor prepared a "Improvement Plan" memo that contained several issues that were used as the ba... applies to California · 2 answers

I have been taken off work by my doctor for mental health issues and want to apply for short term disability. Can my employer fire me while i am on leave by my doctor and can that effect me receiving my std? Im in California
I have been taking off work by my doctor for 4weeks, I plan on applying for sdi right away. Can i still be fired while out with a doctor note or on disability? applies to California · 2 answers

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

Non-Compete vs. unethical business practices
Hi, I am a Consultant and signed a non compete agreement with a former employer. I recently accepted an offer at a new employer, which was a former client of my previous employer. The agreement states... applies to Texas · 2 answers

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

Is a company liable for a customer's discrimination?
Is a company responsible for discriminatory actions of its customers? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can an employer deny you vacation time?
I planned to go to Florida for a week the First week of October and put it on the calendar the last week of June I have only two days of vacation left due to my Motherin law had to have surgery so i t... applies to Kentucky · 1 answer

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

Nexus between Arizona telecommuting to Nevada company
I reside 90% of the time in Nevada and work for a Nevada company. I would like to move back to Arizona and telecommute from Arizona to a Nevada company. Does telecommuting from Arizona to Nevada const... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

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

Retirement - Job Elimination
Are there any restrictions for an employer to adhere to before eliminating a position of an employee who is near retirement (less than 2 yrs to go before retirement). applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

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

Wrongfull termination
Mel can you please tell if I have a case. I worked for KS Management where I was fultime employee for almost a year. I had been with company for over three years as temp.I believe I was wrongfully ter... applies to Texas · 1 answer

Does not want to pay and fired when kept asking for money owed
I worked as a manager for a new business, I helped them opened the store and within the first months I was not getting paid until "It picked up" but they kept giving me the run around, they started pa... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Can my employer deduct payment for insurance coverage I did not have?
I was laid off in January for about 3 weeks. I lost my health benefits at that time. When they called me back to work (full-time)they never re-instated my insurance. Whenever I asked about it they gav... applies to Ohio · 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

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

NJ Unemployment benefits pended, is this due to my 401K withdrawal?
I was recently laid off from my job 3 months ago (employed with same company for 10 years) and have been receiving unemployment benefits in NJ at the maximum amt. In Nov 2016 the benefits run out and ... applies to New Jersey · 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

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

I filed a civil suit alledging retaliation.The defendant defence was that the status of limitation .
what is the status of limitations in a retaliation siut in the federal court.The defendant in a civil suite charged that the Status to file the case ran out.The judge ruled against them.Now at the end... applies to New York · 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

Can my employer convert all stff to Exempt to cut out our overtime?
Hello, I am an employee of a small Houston based oilfield company. I have read all about FSLA and still have questions. My employer is switching all office staff over to Exempt from Non Exempt status.... applies to Texas · 2 answers

discrimination
I was fired when I complained to a board member and also to my supervisor about payroll being inconsistant and even with non - negotionabe funds on a few occasions applies to California · 2 answers

Can you have a former patient wants to see you again, can they? (non compete)
In my non compete it stated that I cannot "actively persue any of my patients at my new practice (I recently sold my practice and opened another well out of the required 15 mile radius the non compete... applies to California · 2 answers

Retaliation/wrongful demotion?
Sam has worked between 44 and 50 hours each week. Regardless of how many hours he works, he's paid $3000 per month. He questioned his supervisor about this and was told that he is not entitled to over... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

My employer gave me a severance agreement with a termination date of Feb. 28, 2017, my employer informs me that I cannot sign the severance agreement before Feb. 28, 2017, and if I find a new job before then, I won't get the severance, is this legal?
My employer gave me a copy of my severance agreement with a termination date of Jan. 31, 2017, but my employer informs me that I cannot sign the severance agreement before Jan. 31, 2017, and if I find... applies to California · 1 answer

Can my employer advertise my position at work while I am on Disability Leave?
Hello, I was out on a month long disabiltiy leave due to a biopsy that has proven a diagnosed disease. During the time I was home, I noticed on my work blackberry that my position was being advertised... applies to California · 2 answers

Is there anything I can do?
I have been with this company from 1997 to 2000. I had a break of service and came back in 2003. I was also the whistle blower. I had to do it to protect myself since I had been the personal assistant... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

Are initial severance pay offers typically what employers expect to pay?
My employer has offered me a severance package to resolve a dispute at work. It wasn't negotiated, they simply made an offer. Do companies normally expect to pay more than their initial offer? applies to California · 2 answers

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

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

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

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

Cut in my pay!?
This can't be right! I am a Registered Nurse and have worked with the same home health care for approximately 10 years and loved it. Several years ago, this company changed everyone's pay from hourly ... applies to Tennessee · 1 answer

Was terminated today without reason or explanation
Is there anything I can do? I think it might have been in retaliation, not sure. Would like to talk with someone before I sign anything. applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

Do I have a case for wrongful termination
I have 30 plus successful years in my related field, I changed companies in May of this year (replacing the bosses son)and was recently terminated after sending my boss an email which addressed issues... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

Job restructuring during maternity leave
I work as a supervisor. I will be taking maternity leave in May. Can the company restructure my dept. in my absence? So that upon my return I only have responsibility for half of the dept? applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

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

I recently started working for a company and was told my shift would be 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. I am on disability due to mental diagnosis exacerbated by substance abuse, I have been clean and sober for 5 years. My employer now wants me to work a different sh
I disclosed to my employer during the interview that I had a disability. She did not ask what it was for. My psychiatrist is willing to write a letter, but I am worried that even if they accommodate m... applies to Pennsylvania · 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

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

Former Employer Not Adhering to Their Non-Compete Agreement
I signed a non-compete with my former employer. I am in the 3rd month of a 24 month non-compete. The non-compete stating that I would be paid a specific amount of money for the duration of the non-com... applies to Illinois · 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

Pay Docking
My daughter was docked an hour's pay for being five minutes late. Is this legal in Ohio? applies to Ohio · 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

Equal Pay for Equal Work
I am one of four VP's in my company charged with identical responsibilities and duties: Q: Is it legal for each of us to have a different base pay and one of the four of us to have a seperate bonus st... applies to Texas · 1 answer

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

if you go to court & win who pays for the lawyers
applies to Illinois · 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

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

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

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

Salaried hours
is it against any law to work a salaried person over 40 hours in a one week work period( california )? applies to California · 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

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

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

severance null due to operation/disability???
Severance contract states I must be working on a specific date just been informed by GYN I will be needing a hysterectomy with a normal 2 mos lay up I may NOT be able to BE @ work that specific day. W... applies to California · 1 answer

Laid off 5 days before starting date after relocation to CA
I declined two other offers after I accepted the offer from a California company. They agreeed to pay for my relocation after I start working. I shipped my car and furniture from TX to CA, bought a pl... applies to California · 3 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

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

I just returned back from maternity leave and after 32 business days they let me go due to downsizing in the company. Come to find out they gave my job to another EA in the company as the consolidation process. Is there anything I can do? What is the mini
I just returned back from maternity leave and after 32 business days they let me go due to downsizing in the company. Come to find out they gave my job to another EA in the company as the consolidatio... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Non-compete clause validity
I work as a H1-B employee for a small to medium sized software consulting firm based out of New York. This company has a contract to provide profesisonal services to another organisation in Rockville,... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

Clocking out for restroom use
Can employer's make you clock out into lunch everytime you have to use the restroom? What I mean is not during your normal lunch time, or break just while you are on production line etc. applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

Non-compete agreemnet
I am a Recruiter with a candidate that lives in Texas and is looking to make a career change to Arizona. He is an Engineer and wants to make a move to a competitor in Arizona. The position in Arizona ... applies to California · 1 answer

Physical Harassment -
Dear Mel, I work on a construction site as a Superintendent. Our owner has been and continues to be physically violent with all of the male staff. I have witnessed him punching and pushing our General... applies to California · 2 answers

worker's comp discrimination lawyer
i am in need of a worker's comp discrimination lawyer applies to New York · 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 · 2 answers

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

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

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

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

Can a employer withhold or not pay me my vacation pay if i quit on the last day of my vacation?
I have 1 week vacation saved. I want to take my vacation before quiting to go work else where. Can the employer not pay me my vacation pay if i take my vacation, with permission, and then quit on the ... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

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

is it fair for them to fire me without any warning?
Dear Mel, My job was recently terminated by my company without any prior notice. The reason they cited is that I was not performing up to the company standards. However, I feel that I have gave my bes... applies to California · 1 answer

Discrimination/wrongful termination
I have been discriminated against as well as wrongfully terminated. I was recently terminated from my Supervisor position. The reasons stated on the termination letter (which I can prove to be false) ... applies to California · 3 answers

Is Employee Overtime exempt if there is a contract between employer and employee for 50 hours instead of 40?
An employee would like to be salaried an allowed to work more than 40 hours a week. I try to keep overtime to a minimum but they want the flexibility. They are a manager of shop and don't make enough ... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

Emplyer change me from workers comp to Family leave Legal??
I went out on April 23, 2004 on Workers Comp (all paperwork filed)due to injury on job. I have been receiving pay from Workers Comp also. My employer is now telling me that my 12 week deadline is appr... applies to California · 1 answer

my employer told another employee that i was committing fraud to unemployment insurance
A fellow employee told me our boss told her in a private meeting that I was attempting to perpetrate unemployment insurance fraud. This is a falsehood. Is this slander? When I confronted my boss and t... applies to Washington · 1 answer

feeling betrayed,demotion
I was in a position for a year an 3 weeks. My employer and my new boss said i was deficient in certain aares. they agreed to update my training, I have it in writing on my eval. In Dec they said they ... applies to New York · 1 answer

being fired for being 20 weeks pregnant
I'm 20 weeks pregnant, as soon as my bosses found out I was pregnant last week they told me I have 2 weeks left to work then I have to leave. Today, they took one of my three shifts away. They are slo... 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Severance And Final Wage Payment Dute Date
I have s Separation and Release Agreement from a New Jersey corporation which has following paragraphs: 1. Termination Date. Employee acknowledges that his employment with the Company will terminate A... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

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

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

Pregnancy and age discrimination
Upon my return from pregnancy leave, I was told by my employer (a large Customer Service Promotional Company)that they were taking me off my sales accounts and giving the accounts to a much younger ma... applies to California · 2 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

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

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

Being demoted from Director to Manager or laid off after maternity leave.
As a director of my company I intended to return from Maternity leave on November 5th. My company has delayed my return until November 19th and has offered me a manager position with the same benefits... applies to Massachusetts · 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

Out of state non compete agreement
My previous employer from another state is suing me using a non-disclosure/non-compete agreement I signed when I joined. The statement says I cannot work with any clent/customer in US and overseas. It... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

cant returned to work
I worked for wal-mat.I got arrested fro reson not to do with work i turned myself in wal-mart will not let me go back to work without proof that im not gulty i have ti go thew trisl still can they do ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Is a 28% pay cut (or you can quit) grounds for constructive discharge?
Should I call an employment attorney? My boss informed me I may no longer have the position I occupy with no reference to any performance issues; he just "doesn't want" someone in the job. The job wil... applies to New York · 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

MA or NY
I signed a non compete with my employer situated in MA. My client in NY hired me. Will non compete be governed by MA or NY law. I live in CT but work for the client in NY. I implement the system. applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

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

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

Employer fires at will to avoid paying BIG commisions
Can an employer promise (in writing) to pay a 10% commission on sales (expecting salesperson to sell $2 mil) , but when salesperson overachieves to the tune of 15 mil, the employer fires the salespers... applies to California · 3 answers

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

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

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

What can you do when someone is a victim of discrimination and dscharged for unjust reasons?
A friend of mine was recently fired from her job at a hotel. The reason for her discharge was apparently because she left a dish soap dirty. Her employer humiliated her and was completely rude. They g... applies to California · 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

Working without contract
I was recently hired on a contract basis by Sotheby's for no more than "6 months" and/or "1,000 hours". My contract time ended and so did my hours and still reported to work without a contract. I ende... applies to New York · 2 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

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

I have recently resigned from my job as a transportation associate due to being verbally abused by my boss. he informed me that he will not give me my last paycheck (this coming Friday) unless I sign a form stating that I will not speak of his behavior. I
I have recently resigned from my job as a transportation associate due to being verbally abused by my boss. he informed me that he will not give me my last paycheck (this coming Friday) unless I sign ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

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

Can I be forced to participate in after hours social events?
My boss uses the fact that I won't participate in after hour social events (drinking at bars etc) on my annual reviews which affects my pay. What recourse do I have (if any)? applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

Denied a position without reason.
My fiance has been seeking employment at a large discount retail store where I work. He put in his application and was called in for an interview. He made it through 2 interviews (I was put through 3)... applies to Texas · 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

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

Conflict Of Interest Fraud & Harrassment
I am an IT contract worker doing work for a public company that has $390 billion in assets. My employer is the staffing agency that has a relationship with the public company as a vendor, seems to me ... applies to New York · 1 answer

Discrimination, Lible, Slander?
My wife and I are truck drivers and recently took a break from over the road. We were hired at a local company driving dump trucks. After our 3 day training period of following trainers so they could ... applies to Florida · 2 answers

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

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

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 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

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

are non compete agreements for indipendent contractors inforceable?
I have owned a trade specific company for 12 years. Approx 8 years ago I was asked by a national company if I would continue to run my business under the national name which I agreed. There were no co... applies to Florida · 1 answer

2 Weeks Notice - company terminated me
This morning, I gave 2 weeks notice to my employer as requested through the company handbook. My manager called to let me know that today would be my last day and that I would not be paid beyond today... applies to Connecticut · 2 answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

husband fault - can i apply for spousal support
my soon to be ex husband got me discharge from my job of 16 years coz he is vindictive that i filed an order of protection against him. now i have no job and no income. he also filed for divorce 10 mo... applies to New York · 1 answer

Can a company just stop giving me paychecks and write me off?
I work for a Company that company owns several clothing brands. I work exclusively on one brand. The license between Company and brand is being terminated. The brand told the company that they would b... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

Injured, fired and stiffed. Now what?
I was injured on a construction job, was fired by employer while in the hospital. Employer refused to pay commissions owed. Owner promptly died. Now what? applies to California · 1 answer

lay-off while on short term disability
We have an employee that we wanted to lay-off. Before we could do that he went on short term disability. We still want to get rid of him but don't know how to legally do that while he is collecting di... applies to Pennsylvania · 2 answers

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

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

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

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

Unauthorized stoppage of 401K contributions and severance overpayment
I was on a severance plan from my employer. The terms of my severance included continuation of 401K contributions on both my part and my former employer. Due to some sort of "hickup" in the the system... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

Lay off after applying for a position through internal Job Posting
After following proper procedure for an internal Job Posting I have been informed that my services are no longer needed for my current position. When I spoke with my boss who is a Sr. Executive she wa... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

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

hostile work enviorment
My girlfriend has been battling cancer for over two years. She also is prone to seizures due to her condition. She works at an adult day care center. The first year she worked there the management was... applies to Ohio · 1 answer

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

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

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

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 · 1 answer

after calling HR i was retaliated against. what can i do?
i called the HR department of the company i work for to inform them of the abuse of our facilities equipment and the safety issue that was created by this abuse. i had originally said something to my ... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

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

Can I take them to Small Claims Court ?
Dear Mel! I was terminated in October from my job of 5 years. I have taken them to the unemployment board since they denied my unemployment. The board found that I was not responsible for the separati... applies to Colorado · 1 answer

Can a supervisor demand an employee to work an extra 8 hour shift ?
My son was told by his supervisor that he HAD to work another 8 hour shift ion top of his regular 8 hours, and has to return to work for his regular 8 hour shift. first 8 hrs. 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Dem... applies to Connecticut · 2 answers

How can I get my final pay?
Questions: 1. What do I need to do to, if necessary, enforce payment of the amount due me, which is in excess of $22,000. 2. If it is necessary to retain an attorney, would I be able to collect attorn... applies to Florida · 3 answers

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

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

required meetings without pay
I am a college student and I work as a waitress to pay my bills as I further my education. My employer requires that everyone attend one or two meetings twice a month on a Saturday afternoon when the ... applies to North Carolina · 1 answer

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

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

Can a company alter the terms of a 90 day without cause termination agreement?
I recently relocated from florida to new york for a job. My employer verbally promised the job was secure. My employer is based out of california but has a contract with a different company in ny. I s... applies to New York · 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

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

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

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

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

Can I be fired due to mental health issues?
Can I be fired from my job due to a mental health issue? If not, I feel that I am being set up to be fired anyway for other fabricated reasons. Do I have any recourse? Also, I recently asked for a cop... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Reverse descrimination suit.
Do I have a reverse descrimination suit?My boss and the 2 teachers I worked with are both gay. Both the other teachers have other jobs with substantial pay. I depended on this job as my only source of... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

Company pre-paid monthly per diem expense & wants repayment for time not used
I have been working out of town on a project for 10 months and am paid my regular wage as well as a 5-day/week per diem rate amount decided by my employer. My per diem was paid monthly before the firs... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

Am I owed penalties and dues?
I worked for a court reporting agency that I later found out that I signed a non-compete clause for, even though I was told I would be working as an Independent Contractor; paying for my own supplies,... applies to Pennsylvania · 1 answer

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

Is a severance agreement binding if I left the company due to harassement about a disability?
I asked to separate from my employer because I was being harassed by someone in management due to a disability. I reported the problem to the HR dept. multiple times and nothing changed. The stress as... applies to California · 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

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

passed written but cannot pass proficiency exam but working in job title
Is there anything in civil service law that a waiver can be granted for a proficiency exam. applies to New York · 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

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

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

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

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

Retaliation?
I filed an internal grievance and a charge of gender discrimination with EEOC against the state agency that I work for. I am in the process of trying to find another job and I recently found out that ... applies to Arizona · 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

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

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

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

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

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

Possible mistreatment at work.
My work recently demoted me based on the content of my personal web page. Also, they refuse to pay overtime and they will not pay any hours worked on a day that you may have been late. I'm just wonder... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

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

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

Non-Compete possible lawsuit
Short Description: ---------------------- My question is, can a non-compete lawsuit be filed against me under the conditions: 1) That, I work for company �C� without signing any contract. 2) Company �... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

I was denied benefits because I said there was lack of work and my employer said i quit
Il request to appeal the decision made regarding the denial of my unemployment compensation benefits from the State of New York the letter sent, dated May 11, 2016, states that I was not eligible for... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

Illegally taped private phone conversation.
A "fellow" employee recorded a private telephone conversation I had with him after working hours. This conversation was made from my home phone to his home phone. This "fellow" employee took the tape ... applies to Illinois · 1 answer

hourly
Can a employer after you have been working hourly change it to salary? applies to New York · 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

hostal workplace
My wife who has a disabily, and is working on then process to get SSD. She has seveal medical issues that have become much worse over the last year whan a new supervisor was put in charge of her group... applies to Arizona · 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

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

Is this a case of Retaliation?
I reported my manager to the Executive Director for what I felt were unethical payroll issues. Since that time my job has changed dramitically. It is getting to be what I feel is unbearable. The thing... applies to Arizona · 1 answer

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

Can this be justified as a reason to be written up?
applies to Florida · 2 answers

Is there anything anybody can do for me? I am desperate at this point!
I have been at Blackhawk Network for over a year now. I worked for Anna Lockhart and she was a good boss. Then there was no more need for me to be at that position and I was transferred under Bertha M... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

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

Can I take legal action if I'm getting bullyed and my HR/Supervisors don't do anything??
I would like to sue my company. I used to love going to work always excited and always early! Now I am getting bullyed and don't want to get out of bed my anxiety depression and panic attacks are hitt... applies to Washington · 2 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

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 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

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

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

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

Employee access to employee file
Do I have a right to see my employee file and to make copies of its contents? applies to Oregon · 1 answer

I own a small business in Florida. I hav 2 employees that no longer work for us who did not sign their time cards before walking off the job. One of these employees never even returned their hiring paperwork so I have no information for them. Do I pay the
2 employees walked off job. 1 employee damaged a piece of equipment prior to walking off the other has only worked for 2 days on a trail basis and has not returned his hiring packet for HR. Plus neith... applies to Florida · 1 answer

I was forced to resign. I was presented a final paycheck at the time. It bounced and I was charged the fees on top of being issued a bad check. I live in California. If I was forced resign; when is my pay legally required to be provided?
I was allowed to resign in lieu of dismissal last week on Friday. I attempted depositing my check but there were issues at the teller so they had me deposit via ATM. There was a hold and then they ret... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

Abuse at work.
Recently, due to the actions of a slick office politician, my employer laid me off two months ago. This individual made inspiring speeches to the staff about how everyone was going have a role in the ... applies to New York · 1 answer

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

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

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

I was looking for a new job and my employer found out about it brought me into a public forum in the kitchen bringing every employee in to the fray about 25 to 30 employees clapping her hands she being the owner of a to restaurant operation clapping her h
This is a fine dining restaurant in Clearwater Beach Florida that was opened in 1948 owned by a family they think they're very powerful and which they are and they treat employees like hell saying the... applies to Florida · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

can an employer take money out of my paycheck because a credit card declined at the bank?
can an employer take money out of my paycheck because a credit card declined at the bank? I work as a front desk clerk on a 10-99 contract, and I recently was told im getting up to 300$ taken out of m... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

If I am demoted, will my accrued vacation hours be paid at the new lower pay rate?
I have been a supervisor for the last 10 years and have accrued about 500 vacation hours. I was told I am being demoted to line staff effective 11/1/15. If I take vacation time after 11/1/15, or resig... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

my employer owes me for expenses and my consulting fees that are 2 years old can i still recover them
i was first of all release from a company because i was attacked in a home invasion and was not in contact because in hospital. from that home invasion life fall apart. and became homeless as well as ... applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

I was accruing PTO since February 2019 and now was just demoted to a position with no PTO. Was said you could not collect even until after a year end of my old status. Am I still owed this even with the demotion. Sad IN California. HELP
Manager accruing PTO. Now demoted with no PTO. Do I get that back or is it gone. applies to California · 1 answer

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

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

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