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Can I sue a company for wages when I have clocked in and out on my phone? Plus for stress it has caused causing me to have overdraft fees

Answered 3 years and 8 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
We are very sorry to hear about your issue. You are owed wages for all time spent working. There are often many possible ways that you may not be paid for all time spent working in home care. We have seen cases where individuals providing home care were not paid for mileage or travel between multiple patients in a day. We have seen other cases where the employees do not receive all pay, including overtime compensation. The fact is that your employer is required to keep accurate time records of your time spent working. To the extent that you do so, I would encourage you to maintain such records as they will be very helpful in proving your case. Oftentimes, we can prove a violation of federal and state wage and hour laws, but the parties employee and employer dispute how much work was performed. If you keep records, that would be helpful. I would also encourage you to speak with an experienced wage and hour lawyer. Our firm regularly handles wage disputes for individuals working throughout Ohio https://www.mcoffmanlegal.com/columbus-wage-hour-attorney/unpaid-wage-violations/. By speaking with an experienced overtime attorney, they can assess all of the various ways that you may be underpaid by your employer and also inform you about your rights moving forward. If you would like a free consultation with experienced unpaid wages or unpaid overtime lawyers, feel free to call our office or reach out through our contact form https://www.mcoffmanlegal.com/contact-us/  ... Read More
We are very sorry to hear about your issue. You are owed wages for all time spent working. There are often many possible ways that you may not be... Read More

what can I do about my employer letting me go shy of my 2 week notice

Answered 4 years and a month ago by Stephan Isaiah Voudris (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You could file for unemployment compensation because your employer let you go prior to the last day of work set forth in your resignation letter.
You could file for unemployment compensation because your employer let you go prior to the last day of work set forth in your resignation letter.

Can an employer flex an employee out for hours not yet worked in a specific work week in order to avoid overtime from happening.

Answered 5 years and 3 months ago by Stephan Isaiah Voudris (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Unfortunately, an employer can require you to leave early so that later in the week you will not exceed 40 hours within the work week.  
Unfortunately, an employer can require you to leave early so that later in the week you will not exceed 40 hours within the work week.  

Is a company allowed to fire you two weeks because you go on maternity leave?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Stephan Isaiah Voudris (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
We have handled similar situations for clients.  Sex and pregnancy discrimination is illegal.  A company is not allowed to treat a pregnant woman differently than others.  Feel free to call our office at 440-543-0670 ext. 8.
We have handled similar situations for clients.  Sex and pregnancy discrimination is illegal.  A company is not allowed to treat a pregnant... Read More

How much does an attorney charge to read through a general release that needs to be signed to receive severance?

Answered 5 years and 7 months ago by Stephan Isaiah Voudris (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Different attorneys charge different amounts.  I have seen charges between $500-$1,500.  We review quite a few severance agreements and can work with you by zoom or phone or in-person, so please feel free to give us a call at 440-543-0670 ext. 8.  
Different attorneys charge different amounts.  I have seen charges between $500-$1,500.  We review quite a few severance agreements and can... Read More

FMLA, demotion upon return, hostility and now Mutual Separation document

Answered 6 years and 9 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You should consult with a FMLA and ADA lawyer. Our firm regularly handles FMLA and ADA legal claims for our clients. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee.    Ohio FMLA attorney https://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/columbus-family-and-medical-leave-act-lawyer/... Read More
You should consult with a FMLA and ADA lawyer. Our firm regularly handles FMLA and ADA legal claims for our clients. We offer free consultations and... Read More

Can an employer cancel your insurance while you are on medical leave?

Answered 6 years and 10 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Contact an employment attorney immediately. We represent employees throughout Ohio. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee. This could be a violation of FMLA and ERISA.    Ohio FMLA lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/columbus-family-and-medical-leave-act-lawyer/... Read More
Contact an employment attorney immediately. We represent employees throughout Ohio. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee. This... Read More

Severance package in Ohio

Answered 6 years and 11 months ago by Nicholas Emil Froning (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Disclaimer - This is not legal advice, nor does it form the basis of an attorney-client relationship.   There is no exact science to what a severance package entails. It is whatever you feel comfortable giving, either in terms on monetary compensation or an extension of benefits such as healthcare. ... Read More
Disclaimer - This is not legal advice, nor does it form the basis of an attorney-client relationship.   There is no exact science to what a... Read More

Required education test scores

Answered 7 years and 4 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You should contact an Ohio wage and hour attorney regarding this issue. It is possible that this training time and the requirements of your employer may make this compensable time spent working. Our office regularly handles wage and hour cases for employees throughout Ohio with issues of unpaid wages and unpaid overtime. We would be happy to provide you with a free confidential consultation.   Ohio wage and hour lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/wage-hour-attorney-columbus-ohio/... Read More
You should contact an Ohio wage and hour attorney regarding this issue. It is possible that this training time and the requirements of your employer... Read More

Not paid my rate for the first few months of employment nor lunch half hour that i worked. How do i collect?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
If you did not receive a 30 minute uninterrupted meal break, then your employer cannot take this time away from your pay. Our office regularly handles wage and hour litigation related to automatic meal period deductions. We represent employees throughout Ohio, provide free consultations, and work on a contingency fee. Give us a call.   Ohio wage and hour lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/wage-hour-attorney-columbus-ohio/... Read More
If you did not receive a 30 minute uninterrupted meal break, then your employer cannot take this time away from your pay. Our office regularly... Read More

Should I be getting on call pay while at home?

Answered 7 years and 6 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It all depends on whether you are hourly or salary and also what your job duties are as to whether you are exempt from receiving overtime pay. If you are hourly and/or non-exempt, then you should be compensated for your time spent working at home - meaning the time when you are receiving phone calls and voicemails and responding to them. In addition, if you are having to drive to the office and complete work there, then you should be compensated for this time as well. You should also be getting paid for work on your days off. Our office represents employees throughout the state of Ohio, we offer free consultations and work on contingency fees. Feel free to call my office directly and we can gather more information and help you with this issue.    Ohio wage and hour lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/overtime-lawyer-columbus-ohio/... Read More
It all depends on whether you are hourly or salary and also what your job duties are as to whether you are exempt from receiving overtime pay. If you... Read More

Is anything my employer is doing, detailed below, actually illegal or am I just stuck with no recourse for their behavior?

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an Ohio employment lawyer that handles medical leave and/or ADA issues. We regularly represent employees throughout Ohio with these types of disputes. Contact our office for a FREE consultation.   Ohio medical leave attorney https://mcoffmanlegal.com/family-medical-leave-act/fmla-attorney-columbus-ohio/... Read More
You need to speak with an Ohio employment lawyer that handles medical leave and/or ADA issues. We regularly represent employees throughout Ohio with... Read More

False job offer

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You may have a claim against your potential new employer called promissory estoppel. You will need to contact an employment attorney to discuss further details. Our firm represents employees throughout Ohio with these types of issues and we provide free consultations.    Ohio employment lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/... Read More
You may have a claim against your potential new employer called promissory estoppel. You will need to contact an employment attorney to discuss... Read More

Can my employer take out funds from my check? I was sent a overpayment 2 months ago

Answered 7 years and 8 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an employment attorney. There could be FMLA issues or others present here related to your pay. Our office provides free consultations.   Ohio wage and hour attorney https://mcoffmanlegal.com/wage-hour-attorney-columbus-ohio/
You need to speak with an employment attorney. There could be FMLA issues or others present here related to your pay. Our office provides free... Read More

How do I find an attorney in Columbus Ohio that dont get paid unless I do, to take a company to court and get what they owe me from 14 month's ago?

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
My law firm is located in Columbus Ohio and we regularly represent employees with cases involving unpaid wages and/or unpaid overtime. Your employer has violated federal and state laws by not paying you. We offer free consultations and we work on a contingency fee (we don't get paid unless you get paid). Feel free to call my office directly at 614-949-1181 and leave a message if I happen not to answer.   Columbus unpaid wages and overtime lawyer https://mcoffmanlegal.com/wage-hour-attorney-columbus-ohio/... Read More
My law firm is located in Columbus Ohio and we regularly represent employees with cases involving unpaid wages and/or unpaid overtime. Your employer... Read More

Can I be fired while my medical leave/disability claim extension is being appealed.

Answered 7 years and 9 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an experienced employment attorney who handles ADA and/or FMLA cases. Our firm regularly handles these types of matters for employees throughout the State of Ohio. We offer free consultations.   Ohio ADA discrimination lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/disability-discrimination-lawyer-ada-columbus-ohio/   Ohio FMLA attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/family-medical-leave-act/fmla-attorney-columbus-ohio/... Read More
You need to speak with an experienced employment attorney who handles ADA and/or FMLA cases. Our firm regularly handles these types of matters for... Read More

I was placed at a location through a temp service. I completed my 90 day probation period but was fired because of my background, both knew about b4

Answered 7 years and 11 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an employment attorney as soon as possible. You may have a claim under the Fair Credit Reporting Act depending on the circumstances of the background check. In addition, you may have a claim for OSHA retaliation. Our office handles these matters regularly for employees throughout Ohio. Feel free to call my office for a free consultation.   Ohio background check lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/background-check-lawyer-fcra-columbus-ohio/... Read More
You need to speak with an employment attorney as soon as possible. You may have a claim under the Fair Credit Reporting Act depending on the... Read More

What are my rights if I have a non compete, the employer retaliated after I reported my boss to HR, and I only worked 4 months for the employer?

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an employment attorney and see if they can help you to ask to be released from the non-compete or if there are any other ways to challenge it.   Ohio employment lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/employment-lawyer-columbus-ohio/
You need to speak with an employment attorney and see if they can help you to ask to be released from the non-compete or if there are any other ways... Read More

Managers receiving tips.

Answered 8 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to contact a wage and hour attorney immediately. My firm regularly represents tipped employees with pay issues. We provide free consultations, represent tipped employees throughout Ohio, and we work on a contingency basis.   Ohio wage and hour lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/wages-and-overtime/tipped-employee-wage-issues/... Read More
You need to contact a wage and hour attorney immediately. My firm regularly represents tipped employees with pay issues. We provide free... Read More

will I be entitled to my 3 weeks vacation pay if I quit my at will employer with out 2 weeks notice?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It depends on if your employer has a policy to pay unused PTO or not. I would check your employee handbook if you have one. If there is no policy, you are entitled to the unused pay. As a maintenance tech, you likely should be receiving overtime if you work over 40 hours in a workweek. Contact our office for a free consultation about unpaid wages or unpaid overtime.   Ohio unpaid wages attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/wages-and-overtime/unpaid-wages/... Read More
It depends on if your employer has a policy to pay unused PTO or not. I would check your employee handbook if you have one. If there is no policy,... Read More

I am a salaried assistant manager paid bi-weekly. I was short a week on this paycheck and they won't fix it. Is this legal?

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an experienced wage and hour attorney immediately. Depending on your job duties, you may be misclassified as a salary, exempt employee. Many assistant managers are not exempt from receiving overtime and are entitled to time and a half or overtime wages for hours worked over 40 in a workweek. The fact that they reduced your pay helps to support your case, but your job duties are more important. You may be entitled to overtime wages, plus liquidated damages equal to your unpaid overtime and attorney's fees. Our firm regularly represents employees with wage and hour litigation. Contact us today for a free consultation. We work on a contingency fee.   Ohio overtime lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/wages-and-overtime/overtime-lawyer/... Read More
You need to speak with an experienced wage and hour attorney immediately. Depending on your job duties, you may be misclassified as a salary, exempt... Read More

If you are fired is the former employer allowed to keep your personal time off that you have earned up until that time

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
you likely are entitled to this earned PTO. Contact an Ohio employment lawyer for more information.    Ohio wage and hour attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/wages-and-overtime/wage-hour-issues/
you likely are entitled to this earned PTO. Contact an Ohio employment lawyer for more information.    Ohio wage and hour... Read More

iI work at a car dealership as a salesman. we get paid 15 dollars a day plus commision and work 50hrs aweek. is the 15 dollar salary legal.

Answered 8 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with a wage and hour attorney who regularly handles these issues. My firm represents employees throughout the State of Ohio in all types of wage and hour disputes. We provide free consultations and work on a contingency fee. Contact us today so we can help determine what additional compensation you may be due.   Ohio wage and hour lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/wages-and-overtime/wage-hour-issues/... Read More
You need to speak with a wage and hour attorney who regularly handles these issues. My firm represents employees throughout the State of Ohio in all... Read More

Were my rights as a qualified employee with a disability ignored?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You could contact an employment attorney to discuss whether you have any legal recourse under the ADA for disability discrimination. It will likely depend upon the circumstances whether your request was a reasonable accommodation and whether your former employer's actions constitute disability discrimination.   Ohio disability discrimination lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/practice-areas/discrimination/disability/... Read More
You could contact an employment attorney to discuss whether you have any legal recourse under the ADA for disability discrimination. It will likely... Read More

Can i receive unemployment for medical reasons ?

Answered 8 years and 3 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
No. Unemployment requires you to be able to apply and seek work. In my experience, resigning is pretty much an automatic disqualifier that you then have an uphill battle to climb. I would encourage you to contact a SSD attorney, but you may also be able to apply for long term disability benefits.   Ohio employment lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/... Read More
No. Unemployment requires you to be able to apply and seek work. In my experience, resigning is pretty much an automatic disqualifier that you then... Read More
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