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I was offered a teaching contract and then it was rescinded. What Can I do?

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The Board of Education is the legal authority who can offer you a job. The principal can only recommend you for the position. We see this situation often. I would make sure that i understood what was in writing. What did the written 'offer; state ? Ed Dimon, Esq, 732-797-1600
The Board of Education is the legal authority who can offer you a job. The principal can only recommend you for the position. We see this situation... Read More

Review employer release letter

Answered 8 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We are in Ocean County. The normal cost is $450. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600
We are in Ocean County. The normal cost is $450. Ed Dimon, Esq. 732-797-1600

reneging on offer

Answered 8 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Your daughter would have a difficult case to win. The burden of proof is upon her to prove what each side said. She would have a better case if this agreement had been in writing. Does she have any written documentation supporting her position ? Ed Dimon
Your daughter would have a difficult case to win. The burden of proof is upon her to prove what each side said. She would have a better case if this... Read More

specialist in the NY Central Railroad layoff of 1967. Family member lost pension. Just Located his pension information and need it examined!

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We have a partner who is both an accountant and a tax attorney. We can do this research but we need the detailed documentation. The cost would be dependent upon the documentaion you have and the research you have done to date. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We have a partner who is both an accountant and a tax attorney. We can do this research but we need the detailed documentation. The cost would be... Read More

I was recently laid of from a company I worked for, for 5 years as the VP of Marketing. They are a NJ company. I was given $5,000 as severance

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key to winning is proving that these were the terms and conditions of your employment. Did you have a contract ? Do you have wriiten correspondence ntoing the terms ? Ed Dimon
The key to winning is proving that these were the terms and conditions of your employment. Did you have a contract ? Do you have wriiten... Read More

How long does my former employer have to schedule a mediation on my pending American for Disabilities Act lawsuit after we have a non-biase mediator

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Have you filed a lawsuit ? where are you in the process ? do you have a mediator ? If you have a mediator, the mediator can schedule the hearings asap. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
Have you filed a lawsuit ? where are you in the process ? do you have a mediator ? If you have a mediator, the mediator can schedule the hearings... Read More

My New Jersey employment contract guarantees two weeks notice

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Whatever label may have been put on your employment in the contract, you are not an at will employee if you have a contract requiring two weeks' notice of termination.
Whatever label may have been put on your employment in the contract, you are not an at will employee if you have a contract requiring two weeks'... Read More

PTO Pay out Question

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I need more information. Why were you terminated ? For using 'sick time' or 'paid time off' ? Did you document illness with doctor's note ? Ed Dimon
I need more information. Why were you terminated ? For using 'sick time' or 'paid time off' ? Did you document illness with doctor's note ? Ed Dimon

Are there attorneys that deal with QDRO issues from a pension?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key is the divorce agreement and what the agreement says regarding payments to the former spouse. We would need to review the 'source' documentation to determine what is the proper amount. If you can get us all the documentation, the legal fees would not be reasonable. Ed Dimon
The key is the divorce agreement and what the agreement says regarding payments to the former spouse. We would need to review the 'source'... Read More

My plant closed. I took the same position with the same company and local. I lost my seniority and pay. Is there any recourse?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would need to side the old and new contracts to determine your rights. You can email them and we can review. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We would need to side the old and new contracts to determine your rights. You can email them and we can review. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600

Can I get fired without notice?

Answered 9 years ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Do you have a contract which limits your employer's right to terminate your employment?  Are you being treated differently from other employees based on some improperly discriminatory reason, such as based on your race, religion, gender, etc.?  If the answer to these questions is no, then you can be fired without notice.... Read More
Do you have a contract which limits your employer's right to terminate your employment?  Are you being treated differently from other employees... Read More

I need to consult with an attorney about a retirement package

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We can review the agreement asap
We can review the agreement asap

Is it legal to terminate an employee for requesting a raise?

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Absent an agreement limiting your employer's right to terminate your employment, you can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by statute (e.g. discrimination on the basis of race, religion, gender, etc.)  There is no general right not to be fired without cause.
Absent an agreement limiting your employer's right to terminate your employment, you can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by statute (e.g.... Read More

Non-Compete clause

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We can help you with the employment contract and the non-compete provisions. The NJ courts have not been supportive of non-compete provisions. Ed Dimon
We can help you with the employment contract and the non-compete provisions. The NJ courts have not been supportive of non-compete provisions. Ed... Read More

can you get fire on your day off

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Your son is an employee at will. There is no contract. He has no right to employment. He can explain the situation to the employer and use the former co-worker as his witness to get his job back. Ed Dimon
Your son is an employee at will. There is no contract. He has no right to employment. He can explain the situation to the employer and use the former... Read More

Will I be able to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance as a recovering alcoholic?

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is a difficult situation. We have represented people in requesting Top Secret Security Clearance. We are straightforward and we provide all the documentation. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
This is a difficult situation. We have represented people in requesting Top Secret Security Clearance. We are straightforward and we provide all the... Read More

I received a cease & desists letter for a non compete agreement from my previous employer.

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
I'm not sure whether you're asking whether you are saying that your former employer copied your boyfriend on the letter, or demanded that your boyfriend cease and desist certain activities as well, but either way I see nothing illegal about it.  If your former employer sent a letter to a current or prospective employer wrongfully claiming that you (or your boyfriend) had a valid non-compete, and that caused you (or your boyfriend) to lose the job, that might constitute a tort, but just sending such a letter to you is not (absent other circumstances you haven't mentioned in your question) illegal that I can see.... Read More
I'm not sure whether you're asking whether you are saying that your former employer copied your boyfriend on the letter, or demanded that your... Read More

Employment Issue

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would have to understand all the circumstances. How long has she been an employee ? What caused the delay ? Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We would have to understand all the circumstances. How long has she been an employee ? What caused the delay ? Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon... Read More

if i quit my job without notice during the middle of the month what happens to my medical benefits and vacation time

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The employer must give you notification regarding your COBRA benefits for continuing your health benefits. I would have to read the contract to determine the vacation benefits. Ed Dimon
The employer must give you notification regarding your COBRA benefits for continuing your health benefits. I would have to read the contract to... Read More

I have worked past the end of my employment contract - can I quit?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would need to review the contract to give the proper answer. Ed Dimon
We would need to review the contract to give the proper answer. Ed Dimon

Review of employment agreement for job change

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We can review the contract immediately and explain your options. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We can review the contract immediately and explain your options. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600

I work at AMC movies and on call to start work at 2pm and have to call in at !pm to see if I am needed. Is this legal and should I be paid for being

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The employer can have you call to see if you are needed and there is no compensation required unless there is a contract requiring payment. I do not believe you have an employment contract. They are extremely rare. You can check the employee manual. Ed Dimon
The employer can have you call to see if you are needed and there is no compensation required unless there is a contract requiring payment. I do not... Read More

Should I answer yes or no on this background check question

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
To properly answer your question, we should review both the charging/dismissal documents and the employment questionnaire. We can do this quickly and inexpensively. You can email the documents. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
To properly answer your question, we should review both the charging/dismissal documents and the employment questionnaire. We can do this quickly and... Read More

Can I Sue for wrongful termination with "at will" clause in my contract?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
NJ is an 'at will' employment state. Very difficult to sue for termination. In addition, if no work, then no guarantee of employment. 
NJ is an 'at will' employment state. Very difficult to sue for termination. In addition, if no work, then no guarantee of employment. 

I would like to form a company and offer services to a current client of my company. Can I without a problem?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would have to review the contracts. However, NJ does not favor non-compete contracts. You should be successful. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We would have to review the contracts. However, NJ does not favor non-compete contracts. You should be successful. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon... Read More
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