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Can a school district garnish the wages for the days taught without a valid credential?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Christine C McCall (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
The teacher is responsible for renewing the credential not the school.
The teacher is responsible for renewing the credential not the school.

What is it called when your former supervisor said that you’re unreliable and irresponsible?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Christine C McCall (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It is called a statement of opinion, albeit an unfavorable one, and it is not unlawful.
It is called a statement of opinion, albeit an unfavorable one, and it is not unlawful.

Do I have any recourse that I may take if someone emailed my employer demanding an apology from me?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Russell J. Thomas, Jr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
The answer is no but the problem is of your own making. Why would you place detailed employment information on Facebook?
The answer is no but the problem is of your own making. Why would you place detailed employment information on Facebook?

Can I sue a company if my boss pushes me?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Edwin K. Niles (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Every claim or law suit has two basic elements: Liability (fault) and damages (how much). Many times a person may have a good claim but the damages are insufficient to interest a lawyer in taking your case. If the damages are modest you may wish to sue in Small Claims Court, where no lawyers are allowed and the damages are limited to $10,000.... Read More
Every claim or law suit has two basic elements: Liability (fault) and damages (how much). Many times a person may have a good claim but the damages... Read More

How does my employer deciding to go out of business affect my workers compensation claim?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Arman Moheban (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It should not unless your employer is uninsured. You still need to file your worker's compensation application and claim for benefits within one year from the date of your injury.
It should not unless your employer is uninsured. You still need to file your worker's compensation application and claim for benefits within one year... Read More

What are the legal precedents and legislation regarding allopathic, osteopathic and podiatric board certification?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Christine C McCall (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You are requesting comprehensive legal research. All of this information is publicly available. You can find it with the assistance of the research librarian at any well-stocked Law Library. Ask specifically for legislative history. It will be helpful if you can articulate a narrower issue than all information over 50 states and 20 years. Of course, you can hire a legal researcher through any local law school for hourly rates.... Read More
You are requesting comprehensive legal research. All of this information is publicly available. You can find it with the assistance of the research... Read More

Can I sue my employer for faulty forklift brakes?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Arman Moheban (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You have a worker's compensation case against your employer for injuries you sustained when this accident happened.
You have a worker's compensation case against your employer for injuries you sustained when this accident happened.

My Dad fired me without a reason and proceeded to not pay me over $10,000 in wages or the commission on $180,000 in sales that he owed me. Help?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by attorney Jonathan Howell   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Hi Blake, Certainly sounds like you may have a claim against your dad and/or his company. Did you have a written contract or was everything done verbally? Anything in writing that can illustrate that you are entitled to commission? Thanks,Jon
Hi Blake, Certainly sounds like you may have a claim against your dad and/or his company. Did you have a written contract or was everything done... Read More

What are my rights against the gross negligence of my company for not having any safety protocol in place?

Answered 11 years and 7 months ago by Arman Moheban (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You can also file a petition for serious and willful for placing you in such a dangerous condition.
You can also file a petition for serious and willful for placing you in such a dangerous condition.

What can I do if my boss fires me and is now holding my check?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Nathan James Wagner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
In California, your boss cannot withhold your paycheck like that. You should talk to a local lawyer who specializes in wrongful termination or wage & hour cases.
In California, your boss cannot withhold your paycheck like that. You should talk to a local lawyer who specializes in wrongful termination or wage &... Read More

Should I be compensated for my commute during training?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Nathan James Wagner (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You're probably not entitled to compensation for the commute. If they require you to come to location A first each day and send you from there to location B, then you would be compensated for the travel. If they're asking you to report directly to location B each day, then you would not be compensated for the travel.... Read More
You're probably not entitled to compensation for the commute. If they require you to come to location A first each day and send you from there to... Read More

Who should I contact about the company’s irrational policies?

Answered 11 years and 8 months ago by Russell J. Thomas, Jr. (Unclaimed Profile)   |   2 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Employment
A complete mess! Either they don't know the law, or don't care. Contact me if you wish to pursue this further.
A complete mess! Either they don't know the law, or don't care. Contact me if you wish to pursue this further.
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