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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

Possible Temp Discrimination in the workplace?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
many companies are keeping employees in a 'temporary' status to avoid having to provide benefits. if the company has a legitimate reason for the 'temporary' status, the discrimination lawsuit will be difficult to win. ed dimon, esq.
many companies are keeping employees in a 'temporary' status to avoid having to provide benefits. if the company has a legitimate reason for the... Read More

can I do something

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the manager did not use good judgment in speaking to the children in a negative manner about their father. however, unless we can demonstrate that your husband lost the job based upon discrimination, there is no basis for a claim of action. the discrimination would have to be based upon race, religion, sexual orientation, etc.  ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the manager did not use good judgment in speaking to the children in a negative manner about their father. however, unless we can demonstrate that... 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 found out that I'm paid 20k less than my female co-workers and about 40-60K less than the males. I'm the only African American in m position

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the key is being able to prove the allegations. you need to prove that you have the same job as the others who are receiving more money and have the same or better 'work accomplishments'. i doubt that the better paid co-workers or employer will provide us with this data. i can have our private investigator meet with you to determine what we can and cannot prove. the problem is that you risk losing your job if the 'proofs' are not 'rock solid'. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the key is being able to prove the allegations. you need to prove that you have the same job as the others who are receiving more money and have the... Read More

Do I have a case

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
i would need to review the details of your wife's employment contract with the school. she should qualify for 'maternity leave' and/or NJ Family Leave. please email me the pertinent documents, as well as a 'timeline' of what occured. ed dimon, esq.
i would need to review the details of your wife's employment contract with the school. she should qualify for 'maternity leave' and/or NJ Family... Read More

my 20 yr old son was driving my car between 12 and 1 o'clock a.m and he was park at gas station and was stopped for tented windows.

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the police may 'stop' a person if they reasonably believe that a law has been broken. for example, a borken taillight or tinted windows. after the 'stop', the police can demand an id and proper registration and insurance.  did your son have the proper registration and insurance documents ? if not, the car can be towed. if vineland police are stopping the cars of your friends, they should call '911' when they are stopped and give a detailed account of what is happening. these are recorded calls. this will end the 'stops' if they are illegal. please let us know if we can help your son. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the police may 'stop' a person if they reasonably believe that a law has been broken. for example, a borken taillight or tinted windows. after the... 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 My manager was yelling at me and kicked out of the office for me asking for a raise

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the legal issue is whether the employer's conduct reached the level of 'hostile work environment' ? this is a 'fact' question. was this on more than one occasion ? did you put the employer on notice that you were upset with the yelling ? these are diffcult case to win. ed dimon, esq
the legal issue is whether the employer's conduct reached the level of 'hostile work environment' ? this is a 'fact' question. was this on more than... Read More

n 2010 I won a judgement in the amount of 695,000 but never received a penny! What is the law against settling out a payment?

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
there are two keys to getting paid: 1. a judgment against the defendant; 2. the ability to collect the judgment.  what happened with # 2 ? can the defendant pay ? ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600
there are two keys to getting paid: 1. a judgment against the defendant; 2. the ability to collect the judgment.  what happened with # 2 ? can... Read More

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

when a boss keeps saying your dyskexia and laughing about it.

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
It is probably best not to use names of the people or employer involved in this forum.  In any case, if you were subjected to this harassment because of a disability (which it seems like it might be), then you would may have a claim for disability based harassment.  You should consult with an experienced employment attorney.... Read More
It is probably best not to use names of the people or employer involved in this forum.  In any case, if you were subjected to this harassment... Read More

can i file a claim i play a game app on my phone called clash of clans there banning me because of my clan name which is Death to Islam

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
You have no right of free speech from anyone but the government.  Any citizen, corporation or organization can ban you from saying anything they wish in or on any property they own, i.e. the app.  If you do not like it, then you do not have to access the property, i.e. the app.  Most discrimination is perfectly legal and this is not a form of unlawful discrimination.... Read More
You have no right of free speech from anyone but the government.  Any citizen, corporation or organization can ban you from saying anything they... Read More

Am I being Discriminated On?

Answered 13 years ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
It may or may not be ethical, but an attorney can only help you with answering a legal question.  I know of no law that makes it unlawful for the school or professor to grade as you have described.
It may or may not be ethical, but an attorney can only help you with answering a legal question.  I know of no law that makes it unlawful for... Read More

Can I be removed from a position because of my relationship with a manager even though others in the company are in a relationship ?

Answered 13 years ago by attorney Kirk J. Angel   |   1 Answer
Yes, unless you work for the government or a union, your employer can remove you from a position or even fire you whenever it wishes.  However, if you were treated differently because of unlawful discrimination or unlawful retaliation, then you may have a claim. 
Yes, unless you work for the government or a union, your employer can remove you from a position or even fire you whenever it wishes.  However,... Read More

can they remove my physically handicapped son from his gym class?

Answered 13 years ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
the 'devil is in the details'. the gym teacher should be specific in the 'written explanation' as to why your son cannot participate. you can then address the specific reasons. the reasons would have to be based upon 'safety' for them to be upheld.
the 'devil is in the details'. the gym teacher should be specific in the 'written explanation' as to why your son cannot participate. you can then... Read More
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