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Private-sector employers and employees generally have the right to terminate employment “at-will,” that is, whenever either party wishes, without giving a reason.  Is she an at-will employee? 
Private-sector employers and employees generally have the right to terminate employment “at-will,” that is, whenever either party wishes,... Read More
Did you sign an employment contract?  Did it discuss the bonus payment? How long have your been working there? Your question is vague and needs more details to be answerable.  Please contact us if you would like further information. 203.870.6700
Did you sign an employment contract?  Did it discuss the bonus payment? How long have your been working there? Your question is vague and needs... Read More
There is no legal requirement that you include anything on your resume.  Of course, if a potential employer questions the gap in employment, it could look bad that you left it out.
There is no legal requirement that you include anything on your resume.  Of course, if a potential employer questions the gap in employment, it... Read More

I need help understanding a non compete clause

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
I think it means that you won't work anywhere that is within 50 miles of any clinic your current employer operates, and I think that it is therefore overbroad and unenforceable as written (also for the reason that the language you quoted doesn't specify that you can't engage in any competing business, but any business at all; literally read, this would prevent you from operating a McDonalds).... Read More
I think it means that you won't work anywhere that is within 50 miles of any clinic your current employer operates, and I think that it is therefore... Read More
Do you have an employment contract which limits your employer's right to terminate you?  If not, and if you are not being discriminated against for some reason prohibited by statute (e.g. race, gender, religion), your employer can fire you for any reason, including refusing to accept a reduction in salary.... Read More
Do you have an employment contract which limits your employer's right to terminate you?  If not, and if you are not being discriminated against... Read More

am I entitled to overtime as salaried employee

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
As a salaried or any other kind of employee, you should get whatever compensation you and your employer agree upon, subject to statutory restrictions (minimum wage, etc.)  I am aware of no statute which mandates overtime pay for salaried employees, so if you want overtime pay you will have to negotiate that right with your employer.... Read More
As a salaried or any other kind of employee, you should get whatever compensation you and your employer agree upon, subject to statutory restrictions... Read More

Wrongful discharge of employment.

Answered 13 years and 3 months ago by attorney Hilary B. Miller   |   1 Answer
Connecticut, where you were apparently employed, is an at-will state. That means an employer may terminate employment for any reason or no reason at all, at any time. Having once set the standards for hiring, the employer may impose higher standards for retention -- again, at any time, without notice, and without needing a good reason or any reason. Your inquiry does not suggest any illegality.... Read More
Connecticut, where you were apparently employed, is an at-will state. That means an employer may terminate employment for any reason or no reason at... Read More
Your facts, unfortunately, do not set forth a claim against your employer. In Connecticut, employment is on an at-will basis, which means that an employee's employment may be terminated at any time for any reason or no reason at all. The rudeness and nastiness that you witnessed and possibly experienced do not give you the right to continue employment after your employer determines otherwise.... Read More
Your facts, unfortunately, do not set forth a claim against your employer. In Connecticut, employment is on an at-will basis, which means that an... Read More
Connecticut's whistleblower law does not protect you in these circumstances. Generally, the misconduct reported by the whistleblower must involve a violation of law. "Verbal abuse" doesn't violate any law in Connecticut.
Connecticut's whistleblower law does not protect you in these circumstances. Generally, the misconduct reported by the whistleblower must involve a... Read More
As a general matter, in United States, employment is on an at will basis. That means that your employment may be terminated at any time for any reason or no reason at all. An employer has no duty to provide equal training to all employees.  Your inquiry does not suggest that you have been discriminated against on any basis prohibited by law, such as race, religion, national origin, etc.... Read More
As a general matter, in United States, employment is on an at will basis. That means that your employment may be terminated at any time for any... Read More