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Fmla

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should speak with an attorney about his rights under the FMLA and ADA. The employer must provide your brother with reasonable accommodations   Ohio disability discrimination lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/disability-discrimination-attorney-ada-ohio/
You should speak with an attorney about his rights under the FMLA and ADA. The employer must provide your brother with reasonable... Read Answer

My Husband works for a small company in Ohio and recently his boss said that he will no longer receive the hourly pay he has been getting for over 5 y

Answered 9 years and 8 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should discuss this pay arrangement with an employment attorney. The pay arrangement may violate state and federal laws. I encourage you to contact an attorney to discuss this further.   Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
You should discuss this pay arrangement with an employment attorney. The pay arrangement may violate state and federal laws. I encourage you to... Read Answer

I asked for FMLA papers but got fired instead, is this legal? Can i sue for wrongful termination?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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you should contact an employment attorney who handles FMLA cases. More facts are needed to determine whether you have a case.   Ohio FMLA attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/fmla-attorney-ohio-family-medical-leave-act/
you should contact an employment attorney who handles FMLA cases. More facts are needed to determine whether you have a case.   Ohio FMLA... Read Answer

When do I start getting paid at work?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney. It is possible you are not being paid for all of the time you should be compensated for. Many attorneys offer free consultations and work on contingency fees.   Ohio wage and hour lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com/ohio-overtime-attorney-flsa/... Read Answer
You should speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney. It is possible you are not being paid for all of the time you should be compensated for. Many... Read Answer

Drug test 2 days after an incident on a forklift with no forklift license.

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should speak with an Ohio employment attorney. If you failed the drug test regardless of when it was taken, they likely had grounds to terminate you.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com
You should speak with an Ohio employment attorney. If you failed the drug test regardless of when it was taken, they likely had grounds to terminate... Read Answer

I have an active BWC claim that has me on light duty. I was advised that I could not obtain a raise or be evaluated on performance. Is this legal?

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should speak with an attorney about workers' compensation retaliation. Many attorneys offer free consultations.   Ohio workers' compensation retaliation attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
You should speak with an attorney about workers' compensation retaliation. Many attorneys offer free consultations.   Ohio workers'... Read Answer

Will I have pay money to employer if I don't serve notice period

Answered 9 years and 10 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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If you have an employment contract, then you need to have an attorney review it. There may be a way out, but sound legal advice cannot be given without reviewing the contract.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com
If you have an employment contract, then you need to have an attorney review it. There may be a way out, but sound legal advice cannot be given... Read Answer

Should I sign a mutual agreement for termination?

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You need to speak with an attorney. They have offered you an agreement which is also generally known as severance. If you sign the agreement, you are waiving all of your rights to pursue legal action against the company. My office offers free consultations and after speaking with you we may determine that you should not waive all of your rights. In addition, we may be able to increase the amount of pay you have been offered as severance.   Ohio severance negotiation attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com... Read Answer
You need to speak with an attorney. They have offered you an agreement which is also generally known as severance. If you sign the agreement, you are... Read Answer

Discrimination/retaliation/racism

Answered 9 years and 11 months ago by Sharon Adams (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
First, if you are forty years old or older, you former employer must give you 21 days to consider signing a severance agreement that includes a waiver of rights.  Even if you are not 40, this is not a decision that you should rush into and if they're pressuring you for a signature, there's a reason. If you believe the decision to discipline and then terminate you was retaliatory, you should speak to an attorney.  In order to prove a case of retaliation, you must show a causal connection between the adverse employment actions and your "protected" activity.  Protected activity includes taking family medical leave and also includes, complaining about harassment, and discrimination. One approach a lawyer may take is to negotiate a better severance package.  Good luck!... Read Answer
First, if you are forty years old or older, you former employer must give you 21 days to consider signing a severance agreement that includes a... Read Answer

workplace drug test

Answered 10 years ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Contact an Ohio employment attorney. You may have a case depending upon the circumstances.    Ohio employment lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/
Contact an Ohio employment attorney. You may have a case depending upon the circumstances.    Ohio employment... Read Answer

Can a former place of employment legally take out money out of my last check

Answered 10 years ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney about this further. More information is needed.    Ohio unpaid wages lawyer http://mcoffmanlegal.com/unpaid-wages-and-unpaid-overtime-attorney/
You should speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney about this further. More information is needed.    Ohio unpaid... Read Answer

Is it legal for an employer of independent contractors to withhold paychecks if they quit without giving a notice?

Answered 10 years ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should contact an employment attorney. You may be improperly classified as an independent contractor. Therefore, you may be entitled to overtime wages, damages, and attorney's fees. Contact an employment attorney to discuss further. I will include a link to a blog we posted on this topic with more information.   Ohio FLSA wage and hour attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/independent-contractor-employee-entitled-overtime-pay/... Read Answer
You should contact an employment attorney. You may be improperly classified as an independent contractor. Therefore, you may be entitled to overtime... Read Answer
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You should probably contact an attorney to discuss your legal options and what you can do to make sure your employer is not keeping you from becoming reemployed.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
You should probably contact an attorney to discuss your legal options and what you can do to make sure your employer is not keeping you from becoming... Read Answer
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Contact an employment attorney to discuss whether she has a case. An employer cannot terminate an employee because they are pregnant. Our office offers free consultations.   Ohio pregnancy discrimination attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/pregnancy-discrimination-attorney-ohio/
Contact an employment attorney to discuss whether she has a case. An employer cannot terminate an employee because they are pregnant. Our office... Read Answer

Am I entitled to my remaining work pay?

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Not unless you are salary. Even then, they would probably argue against it. An employer does not have to pay an employee for all of the two weeks once they give their notice unless the employee works the entire time.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Not unless you are salary. Even then, they would probably argue against it. An employer does not have to pay an employee for all of the two weeks... Read Answer

can a job hire you have you work for almost 2 months then terminate because of your background

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You may have a claim related to your background check. You should contact an Ohio employment attorney that handles background checks.   Ohio background check attorney http://mcoffmanlegal.com/background-check-attorney-ohio-fcra/
You may have a claim related to your background check. You should contact an Ohio employment attorney that handles background checks.   Ohio... Read Answer

I feel as I have been discriminated by my employers who are aware of my mental disabilities. what can I do?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Contact an employment attorney who handles disability discrimination cases. Our firm handles such cases. We also provide free consultations. You may also want to check out the EEOC's information about disability discrimination. It can be found here   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com... Read Answer
Contact an employment attorney who handles disability discrimination cases. Our firm handles such cases. We also provide free consultations. You may... Read Answer

Can an employeer take pay away for hours worked

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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This is illegal. Your employer cannot refuse to pay you for hours worked. Contact a wage and hour attorney. Our office represents employees throughout Ohio with these types of issues.    Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
This is illegal. Your employer cannot refuse to pay you for hours worked. Contact a wage and hour attorney. Our office represents employees... Read Answer

Do I have a lawsuit against my company

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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You should contact an attorney immediately. My office handles employment related cases for employees throughout Ohio. You may call my office for a free consultation at 614-949-1181.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
You should contact an attorney immediately. My office handles employment related cases for employees throughout Ohio. You may call my office for a... Read Answer

PTO for Doctor's Appointment?

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Yes. They can deduct this time as PTO. If you ever need an extended amount of time off, you should fill out FMLA leave. Even your half days would be covered under FMLA, but the employer can deduct PTO for the time missed.   Whether you are properly classified as an exempt employee depends on your job duties. You may want to consult with an employment attorney about that because employers often misclassify employees in order to not pay overtime.   Ohio overtime lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com... Read Answer
Yes. They can deduct this time as PTO. If you ever need an extended amount of time off, you should fill out FMLA leave. Even your half days would be... Read Answer

Can my ohio employer (hospital)schedule me 8 days in a row??

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Yes. They need to pay you properly though.    Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
Yes. They need to pay you properly though.    Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 

I was recently fired after being involved in a finder binder and the boss refused to help pay even rhough it was during work hours

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Were you injured? Did you file workers' compensation? Your accident may be covered by the company's insurance if you were performing tasks on its behalf. Contact an employment attorney to discuss this further.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Were you injured? Did you file workers' compensation? Your accident may be covered by the company's insurance if you were performing tasks on its... Read Answer

Will I loose my health benefits

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Contact an employment attorney. Ths is discrimination and they are trying to keep you from receiving medical treatment on their insurance.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Contact an employment attorney. Ths is discrimination and they are trying to keep you from receiving medical treatment on their... Read Answer

What can I Do

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Contact an employment attorney. You may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation if your condition is a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Many attorneys offer free consultations and work on contingency fees.   Ohio ADA attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Contact an employment attorney. You may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation if your condition is a disability under the Americans with... Read Answer

Under the ADA confidentialty. Can a boss disclose medical records to coworkers w/o using your name?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Matthew James Porter Coffman (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
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Contact an employment attorney. This may be a hostile work environment based on disability discrimination. Our firm offers free consultations and we work on a contingency fee.    Ohio disability discrimination lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com
Contact an employment attorney. This may be a hostile work environment based on disability discrimination. Our firm offers free consultations and we... Read Answer