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Yes and it is generally grounds for termination. You should be truthful on your applications.
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The fact you were told your position was eliminated when it was not would tend to show there might have been another reason for your termination. If... Read Answer
No. An attorney would like to understand the circumstances so you should contact one.
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I'm sorry this has happened to you. Unless you were terminated for an unlawful reason, you likely do not have any legal recourse. One issue that may... Read Answer
Absolutely. Your employer may terminate you within one month, six months, or 10 years. The amount of time is of little difference. Unless you have a... Read Answer
You could bring legal action to recover the unpaid overtime. Nannies are not exempt from being paid overtime wages. Feel free to call my... Read Answer
Harassment based upon age, race, gender, disability, etc. would be unlawful. General harassment is not unlawful. As there is a significant reduction... Read Answer
There is no private cause of action for HIPAA violations. However, you may be able to prove pregnancy discrimination and violations of the ADA based... Read Answer
You should contact an employment attorney to discuss your rights. You may have a claim for disability discrimination, workers' compensation... Read Answer
Are you still working? You have a legal claim once you have not been paid for 30 days of your regularly scheduled payday under R.C. 4113.15. You may... Read Answer
This would violate the FLSA as long as the rest breaks were under 25 minutes. Feel free to call my office 614-949-1181 or email me at... Read Answer
They may be able to do this legally. Contact an employment attorney to discuss this further.
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No. You should be paid your tips. You may proceed with taking action in small claims court or contact the Department of Commerce's Wage and Hour... Read Answer
Yes. You can be fired for this reason without recourse.
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More than likely there is nothing you can do. Employers can make wrong or unfair decisions, but they cannot make decisions for unlawful reasons. If... Read Answer
Sure. This is a legitimate business reason for making the change. You should have an employee handbook which sets forth all policies and indicates... Read Answer
You don't ever have to give two weeks' notice to resign from an employer. It is customary to give at least two weeks' notice.
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You are receiving a discount because the discounted meal is offered only to feed employees. Your employer may put this contingency on the meal... Read Answer
You should speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney. However, from the brief facts you provided, it appears that you should be paid overtime for any... Read Answer
No, it is not invasion of privacy. If there is some illegal reason this was done (target of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation), then it may... Read Answer
Your employer has no obligation to provide it, but many are willing to do so if you request it. After the lawsuit is filed you will be able to... Read Answer
You can file your own complaint in small claims court without an attorney. If you go through the department of commerce they will get you at least... Read Answer
Contact an attorney immediately. You may have a case for disability discrimination or a violation of the FMLA. You should also appeal the... Read Answer
I'm not specifically answering your question, but sometimes employers classify employees as independent contractors. There is a possibility you may... Read Answer
You need advice from an attorney outside the state of Ohio. You may want to change your information so this question posts as a question for PA... Read Answer