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Can I sue for my sister-in-law being put out of her home?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
Yes.  You need to speak to the agency that runs the house, and to the agency that runs disability services in your town.  You did not post one.
Yes.  You need to speak to the agency that runs the house, and to the agency that runs disability services in your town.  You did not post... Read More

sexual harassment , discrimination

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Lori Nevias   |   1 Answer
You most definitely have an action against IBM for sexual harassment and illegal termination, since you put the company on notice of the offensive behavior, gave them an opportunity to correct it, and they did not correct it adequately. You may also have an action for age and disability discrimination. You should contact an attorney right away since there may be statute of limitations issues, depending upon where you choose to file the case. ... Read More
You most definitely have an action against IBM for sexual harassment and illegal termination, since you put the company on notice of the offensive... Read More

Discrimination?

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
Very much can be so. You should act fast. If you miss the deadlines, you will lose the possible case. Meet with an attorney asap.
Very much can be so. You should act fast. If you miss the deadlines, you will lose the possible case. Meet with an attorney asap.

How do I find a lawyer. I was left on the tarmac @ LaGuardia by Delta employees

Answered 11 years and 6 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   2 Answers
You may go to www.avvo.com to look for a discirmination attorney or search on on lawyers.com.
You may go to www.avvo.com to look for a discirmination attorney or search on on lawyers.com.

not sure what to do

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
File an EEOC charge!
File an EEOC charge!

I was harassed at work to the point where I thought she would carry out on threats made. Turns out I was fired and she's on administrative leave. why?

Answered 11 years and 11 months ago by Thatcher Stone (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
It's a little difficult to answer your question without more information. WHo did this to you, a co-worker or a supervisor? Did you complain to management? Has this happened before? Call to discuss if you wish.      
It's a little difficult to answer your question without more information. WHo did this to you, a co-worker or a supervisor? Did you complain to... Read More

EEOC found in my favor

Answered 12 years and 2 months ago by Gerry M Wendrovsky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You should immediately consult in person with a lawyer, as ordinarily, the letter you received starts the clock ticking on your bringing suit. Gerry Wendrovsky, Esq.- Upper West Side Employment Lawyer www.upperwestsidelawyer.com  
You should immediately consult in person with a lawyer, as ordinarily, the letter you received starts the clock ticking on your bringing... Read More

can i sue a nursing home?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Thatcher Stone (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
There are a number of avenues to hold a nursing home, or its insurers, liable for mistreatment of a loved one. If you have movies, photos, statements, bring them to a lawyer to review. The grounds for an action could be simple negligence. Call me to discuss if you like, 646 873 7521. Once a lawyer knows the facts in some detail, you may commence an action if justified.   Good luck.... Read More
There are a number of avenues to hold a nursing home, or its insurers, liable for mistreatment of a loved one. If you have movies, photos,... Read More

when do i serve the defendant if i am prose?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
After you file the complaint 
After you file the complaint 

i am 14 weeks pregnant n i work for the city my boss has been discriminating me she has been asking questions dat r personal n doesn't not want to

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
If hostile environment started after the boss found out about pregnancy, you may have a case...
If hostile environment started after the boss found out about pregnancy, you may have a case...

ok i was at a board meeting for special education for my son to continue his speech and to keep his IEP. now after a while there were willing to keep

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
I do not know what you mean by case.  If you want services you are not getting, you need to reject the IEP, and seek another.  That is a proceeding.  You have no case for damages for being yelled at.
I do not know what you mean by case.  If you want services you are not getting, you need to reject the IEP, and seek another.  That is a... Read More

can i be denied a job because of pregnancy?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
If that what the text read, yes, looks like you have a case; provided of course, all other factors are in place.
If that what the text read, yes, looks like you have a case; provided of course, all other factors are in place.

Can I file a discrimination against my previous employer?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
You may file a complaint with the EEOC or NYSDHR or you may go directly to State court depending on your choice and Statute of Limitations. You will need to show that you were treated differently than other employees based on your  ethnicity/place of origin.
You may file a complaint with the EEOC or NYSDHR or you may go directly to State court depending on your choice and Statute of Limitations. You will... Read More

I was denied entry to a Prazis exam because the person was discriminating about my immirgration status

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
What is your immigration status?
What is your immigration status?

Can i sue sombody for putting my personal information online for everyone to see?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
It depends on the contnet and if you know who that person is.
It depends on the contnet and if you know who that person is.

Can I sue my employer for wrongfully accusing me and suspending me even though there is evidence the issue had nothing to do with me?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
An employer can fire you in NY for no reason at all, as long as it is not an illegal reason such as discrimination. If the employer accused you of doing something you did not do, and disciplined you and out it in our record, depending on employer you may contact the Union, or complain to the HR department and ask for a proper investigation.... Read More
An employer can fire you in NY for no reason at all, as long as it is not an illegal reason such as discrimination. If the employer accused you of... Read More

I recently booked flights with Caribbean Airlines and I travel with FAA approved oxygen concentator. To get approval they sent my MD a form which

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
I am sorry to hear about your troubles. The reality is that it is very hard to sue airlines because they are immune under the most State laws and there are very strict requirements under the Federal laws.
I am sorry to hear about your troubles. The reality is that it is very hard to sue airlines because they are immune under the most State laws and... Read More

I just want to if I have a case

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
Very possible. More information is needed. Like what were you doing; how big is your employer; how did they learn you were pregnant; did you miss time from work, etc.  
Very possible. More information is needed. Like what were you doing; how big is your employer; how did they learn you were pregnant; did you miss... Read More

Defamation of character and slander

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
Is he doing it in retaliation? Is he giving you a bad reference? Is what he is saying not true? You need to provide more information.
Is he doing it in retaliation? Is he giving you a bad reference? Is what he is saying not true? You need to provide more information.

i help trian my new boss and was laid off along with the other black employee now there are none of us working

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
Sounds like you need to file a charge with the EEOC. If in fact they fired all black employees and replaced them with white ones, it does sound like discrimination.
Sounds like you need to file a charge with the EEOC. If in fact they fired all black employees and replaced them with white ones, it does sound like... Read More

what do I do if I think I was fired due to my illiness

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
Yes, you should meet with an attorney and talk about all the details of the position you were hired for; who asked you about diabetes; if you missed any time from work as a result of the condition; etc.
Yes, you should meet with an attorney and talk about all the details of the position you were hired for; who asked you about diabetes; if you missed... Read More

My name is Kathleen A. Kelly 55 yrs old Passed all Hiring process for NYPD School Crossing Guard.

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
I would not say it's a discrimination without more facts. Why do they ask for that? Does your brother have a criminal conviction? If so, their request is not a discrimination.
I would not say it's a discrimination without more facts. Why do they ask for that? Does your brother have a criminal conviction? If so, their... Read More

Work Place Racism

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Alena Shautsova   |   1 Answer
You should call it to the principal's attention. The fact that it was you who punched the person, may be an issue. It actually depends on the resolution of your criminal case.
You should call it to the principal's attention. The fact that it was you who punched the person, may be an issue. It actually depends on the... Read More

Am I being unfairly treated at work?

Answered 13 years and a month ago by attorney Sharon M. Siegel   |   1 Answer
If you have regular hours and you are not there, your boss will have successfully documented a defense to a discrimination claim brought by you.  The issue turns on if there are regular hours to be there.  Being on salary is not determinative of this issue.
If you have regular hours and you are not there, your boss will have successfully documented a defense to a discrimination claim brought by... Read More

Job Termination

Answered 13 years and a month ago by Thatcher Stone (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
If they lay you off, they may offer you some money if you agree to not sue them about the loss of your job. If you sign that paperwork and take the money, probably you will have forever waived your rights to sue the employer for discrimination or other issues, if they get the paperwork right. And they usually do get the paperwork right. So if they try to get you to sign papers and take money when they fire you, make sure you have previously spoken to a lawyer about your case. One who knows employment and discrimination law and can make your case fly if there is one. Or help you figure out how much money to ask for. Any questions call our office.  ... Read More
If they lay you off, they may offer you some money if you agree to not sue them about the loss of your job. If you sign that paperwork and take the... Read More
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