Ohio Employment Legal Questions

Perhaps, but there has to be an "adverse employment action" before you could even have a potential action against your employer. You can't have a case based upon events which have not occurred or based upon presumptions. Further, sexual orientation is not a protected basis to protect employees from discrimination. So, the only potential basis is race discrimination and you would have to prove reverse race discrimination which is very difficult. ... Read Answer

An employer can fire you for any reason or no reason at all. Unless there is another unlawful reason behind the firing, there might be nothing wrong with the termination. If you have a reason for not getting the flu shot related to an illness or otherwise, that could complicate matters. Contact an employment attorney.... Read Answer

depends on if you are a salary exempt worker, meaning exempt from the fair labor standards act. Exemptions are based upon the job you worked in and your duties. If you are an exempt employee then you can be expected to work hours in excess of 40 per week without overtime pay. Some employers misclassify employees though in order to avoid paying overtime. Contact an attorney ... Read Answer

As an at will employee you can be terminated for any reason or no reason at all. You just cannot be terminated for an illegal reason. Your employer may be wrong or the decision may be unfair, but that doesn't mean you were wrongfully terminated in a legal sense. Your termination must be unlawful on some grounds. You may want to consult with an employment lawyer to explain the rest of your circumstances. Matthew Coffman ... Read Answer

An at will employer may terminate an employee for any reason or no reason at all. It just cannot be an illegal reason. Under Title VII, an employer cannot discriminate against an employee on the basis of her pregnancy, so I would ask if other employees were similarly punished, do other employees have numerous write-ups, does the employer have a handbook with a progressive punishment scale, and some other questions. You should contact an attorney who represents employees. Feel free to reach me at 614-949-1181. Matthew J.P. Coffman... Read Answer

It would be a good idea to contact an employment law attorney to discuss your job duties and more facts surrounding the questionnaire. Was it given to every employee? Was it given to employees who drive for the company? Do you only have parking tickets? It is always best to be honest with the information you disclose to your employer because withholding information or providing false information could lead to your termination. There may be illegal reasons behind the questionnaire and any punishment you receive if you only have two parking tickets that are over 15 years old. I would be willing to discuss this matter further. Please contact me at 614-949-1181. Thank you, Matthew J.P. Coffman... Read Answer

It depends on why you believe you are being harassed by your coworkers. If it is because of your age, then this is something you should bring to HR's attention. If your employer retaliates, that may lead to a claim for retaliation. It is definitely a good idea to speak with HR, but it might also be a good idea to speak with an employment law attorney who will likely ask you additional questions before advising you what to do. Best, Matthew J.P. Coffman... Read Answer

you need to make sure you timely file and appeal. Supplement all documentation you have that you were terminated rather than that you resigned and appear at the appeal hearing and/or answer any questions from unemployment. You may also want to consult with an attorney. Best, Matthew J.P. Coffman 614-949-1181... Read Answer

You should consult an employment lawyer but the facts you set forth do not give rise to a claim for wrongful termination. An employer may terminate an employee for any reason besides an illegal reason. If you were terminated because it was slow and there was not enough work, that is fine. If it was because of your age, race, sex, disability, religion, national origin, etc, then that is not legal. There are other illegal reasons too. That's why you might want to consult an attorney. Feel free to contact me at 614-949-1181. Matt... Read Answer