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The online benefits form I submitted during open enrollment showed that I had Employee+Spouse for everything except Basic Med. Can this be fixed??

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Yoi must work closely with your HR person at work and with the insurance provider to get coverage for your spouse ASAP and at the proper price. Mistakes are common and that is why the employer has HR personnel and the insurance company has agents. You can suggest that the better practice is to have the spouse affirmatively decline coverage in writing. This would avoid the problem in the future. This is how we do this at our firm. Call if you have issues. Ed Dimon... Read More
Yoi must work closely with your HR person at work and with the insurance provider to get coverage for your spouse ASAP and at the proper price.... Read More

Need Details Related to my Contract with Employer

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would need to review the contract to see if the contract violates NJ law. The employer cannot bind you for an unreasonable period or require an extraordinary amount of compensation. We would be able to negotiate a settlement after we review the contract. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600
We would need to review the contract to see if the contract violates NJ law. The employer cannot bind you for an unreasonable period or require an... Read More

How can I get out of my employment contract and how much will it cost me?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would review the contract ASAP and see if the contract violates NJ employment law. We need to review the contract and understand the circumstances of the employment to advise you properly. However, we should be able to negotiate a fair settlement for you because you cannot be tied to the employer for an unreasonable period. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600... Read More
We would review the contract ASAP and see if the contract violates NJ employment law. We need to review the contract and understand the circumstances... Read More

Are sales commissions payable by employer after voluntary termination

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
We would have to review the contract to answer properly. However, it is not unusual for contracts to require employment for payment of compensation. Your situation may be different if the language regarding commissions is sufficient to protect you. Please call to discuss. Ed Dimon 732-797-1600... Read More
We would have to review the contract to answer properly. However, it is not unusual for contracts to require employment for payment of compensation.... Read More

Is it possible to be due more severance pay than my contract may state?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
The key is the language in the contract. I would have to review. What is the basis for your friend's position ? Ed Dimon
The key is the language in the contract. I would have to review. What is the basis for your friend's position ? Ed Dimon

Can my employer force me to sign an arbitration agreement with a 3rd party?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
This is fact and document sensitive. We would need to see the agreement between the two companies. Your employer may need to have you sign the arbitration agreement. Your signature would bind you. Ed Dimon
This is fact and document sensitive. We would need to see the agreement between the two companies. Your employer may need to have you sign the... Read More

"Recent Graduate"

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key to success is proving age discrimination based upon a pattern of hiring younger people. If you can get these statistics and demonstrate the pattern, you would have a good case.
The key to success is proving age discrimination based upon a pattern of hiring younger people. If you can get these statistics and demonstrate the... Read More

Do I have recourse to obtain severance

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
exempt employees do not get overtime. They work the required hours. This is one of the mistakes we have made as a country. We have weakened the unions and collective bargaining. You are in a difficult position. I would do the work and look for other employment while employed. We can advise you from behind the scenes. Ed Dimon... Read More
exempt employees do not get overtime. They work the required hours. This is one of the mistakes we have made as a country. We have weakened the... Read More

Is it legal for an exemployer to give negative reference

Answered 10 years and 9 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
Yes, unless the parties have a contract which prohibits it, or the former employer makes a false factual statement (not an opinion), in which case the employee may have a claim for defamation.
Yes, unless the parties have a contract which prohibits it, or the former employer makes a false factual statement (not an opinion), in which case... Read More

How can I stop a former employer from sharing personal information about me and my family with current employees?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You could begin with a cease and desist letter which is extremely specific and which sets forth the legal action you will take if the behavior does not stop. The key to success is the type of information being released. We would need to review. Please call. Ed Dimon
You could begin with a cease and desist letter which is extremely specific and which sets forth the legal action you will take if the behavior does... Read More

Can I break the employment Contract without paying penalties?

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
These contracts are difficult to renegotiate. The employer is in the controlling position. I would try to negotiate a compromise. 
These contracts are difficult to renegotiate. The employer is in the controlling position. I would try to negotiate a compromise. 

Does non-compete still hold after the job got cancelled before start

Answered 10 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
 No. The noncompete clause is not binding. In addition, the New Jersey courts do not favor noncompete agreements. Ed Dimon
 No. The noncompete clause is not binding. In addition, the New Jersey courts do not favor noncompete agreements. Ed Dimon

How many leave am i allowed to take legally after sigining this document with the completion of one year How many leaves can i take - at one stretch

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are not entitled to leave unless you meet the specific requirements of the specific leave legislation. For example, FMLA has specific requirements for leave. 
You are not entitled to leave unless you meet the specific requirements of the specific leave legislation. For example, FMLA has specific... Read More

Breach of Employment Contract

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
we would need to see the terms and conditions of the contract. is the employer meeting the requirements ? what is the problem ? employment contracts are difficult to obtain. ed dimon
we would need to see the terms and conditions of the contract. is the employer meeting the requirements ? what is the problem ? employment contracts... Read More

Not offered a job based on the knowledge of a "Two-body Problem"

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Many employers have a policy that two people from the same family cannot work together. Would the two of you be working together ? Please call.
Many employers have a policy that two people from the same family cannot work together. Would the two of you be working together ? Please call.

Got a Cease and desist letter asking for damages and warning about suit

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
New Jersey courts do not favor restrictions on employment and non-compete clauses. To properly answer your question, I would need to be with you the contract that you signed with the consultant. We would then determine how this contract interacts with the contract that the consultant as with the potential employer. My sense is that your problem lies with the consulting agreement. In addition, please send us via email a timeline of what occurred from the beginning of the contract through this problem. I will immediately review both the timeline and the consulting agreement. Please call to discuss.... Read More
New Jersey courts do not favor restrictions on employment and non-compete clauses. To properly answer your question, I would need to be with you the... Read More

Can I switch job within the introductory period after I sign the Non-Competition agreement?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers
To properly answer your question, we would need to review the noncompete agreement. New Jersey does not like noncompete agreements. They must be tightly drawn and have a purpose that makes sense. We would also have to review the industry into which you were going. For example, if it is small industry, he would make a mistake by leaving the training program. This behavior with spread through the industry and tarnish your reputation. Please call... Read More
To properly answer your question, we would need to review the noncompete agreement. New Jersey does not like noncompete agreements. They must be... Read More

Can I be sued for Relocation expenses with a contract

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
To properly answer your question, we should review the specific language in the contract. This review will set forth the legal merits of the respective positions. After the merits of the legal positions are established, we can decide if your position is a strong one or a weak position. If you are in a weam position, we would help you negotiate with the employer  so that you do not pay $15,000 back to the employer. we would represent you from behind the scenes so that you avoid the lawyer versus lawyer which would increase your legal costs. Please call to discuss.... Read More
To properly answer your question, we should review the specific language in the contract. This review will set forth the legal merits of the... Read More

I was fired after being heavily recruited by a firm. What is the employer's responsibility?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The key to success is the terms and conditions set forth in your employment contract. If the employer violated the terms and conditions, you will be successful. The devil is in the details. If the employer promised a specific level of support, for example, three senior people with certain amount of experience, you will be successful if the three senior people were not provided to you. If the employer provided in writing that you were to receive a certain dollar amount of support for a particular effort, and this dollar amount was not provided,you will be successful.The key is the written detail. Please call to discuss.... Read More
The key to success is the terms and conditions set forth in your employment contract. If the employer violated the terms and conditions, you will be... Read More

How much notice should an employer provide when reducing your hours?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I am assuming that you do not have an employment contract. Employment contracts are rare in New Jersey. Without a contract, there is no requirement that the employer if you notice regarding reduction in hours.I would work with the employer until such time as I could obtain new employment.
I am assuming that you do not have an employment contract. Employment contracts are rare in New Jersey. Without a contract, there is no requirement... Read More

Does the law support employer to get compensation from their employee for breaking the contract

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
To properly answer your question, we would need to be with you employment contract and the circumstances surrounding your employment. Please email the employment contract. Please email the specific circumstances surrounding your employment. We can review the employment contract and circumstances surrounding the employment and provide you with a written opinion as to the Barrett's of your position. The legal cost would be done on a hourly basis.... Read More
To properly answer your question, we would need to be with you employment contract and the circumstances surrounding your employment. Please email... Read More

Can an employer force you to use a vacation day even when the office is closed?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
You are in a difficult position. I am of the opinion that you need to use a vacation day. The business was closed. As such, no vacation day was required. However, going to head to head with your employer is a challenging task. You should work with the HR department and see if you can't reach a compromise. Please call if we can help.... Read More
You are in a difficult position. I am of the opinion that you need to use a vacation day. The business was closed. As such, no vacation day was... Read More

can an employer search the personal property of employees "any time" as a condition of employment?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Employers are given wide latitude to act with regard to employee conduct on the premises of the employer. what did the security officer search? What was the basis for the search? Was the security officer searching your personal bag? I need the details to properly answer the question.
Employers are given wide latitude to act with regard to employee conduct on the premises of the employer. what did the security officer search? What... Read More

I had accepted an offer with a company which I later decided to reject. What is the correct way to send a declining letter?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
Our approach is long range. Our solution would be to work with the employer with whom you signed a contract in order that you not ruining your name for the future. We have seen that people in industries speak to one another. They speak about employees who signed on with company one and then moved to company two without properly telling company one. You, as an employee, do not want to have a bad reputation. We would recommend that you negotiate a proper settlement with company number one so as not to tarnish your reputation. You can then begin employment with company number two. If you need help with this effort, please contact us.... Read More
Our approach is long range. Our solution would be to work with the employer with whom you signed a contract in order that you not ruining your name... Read More

I was offered and accepted a position with PDI on 12-16-14. After submitting my drug screen, background and signed offer letter.

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
The devil is in the details. please prepare a timeline of what happened. please set forth the legal documents. my concern is that you will spend your hard earned money moving the wrongful termination. I would not spend my hard-earned money proving termination. How much are your damages? How much did you lose? Would you be willing to spend $5000 on attorney to obtain the lost money?... Read More
The devil is in the details. please prepare a timeline of what happened. please set forth the legal documents. my concern is that you will spend your... Read More
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