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What can a former employee report in regards to a former employees termination?

Answered 10 years and 11 months ago by Sharon Adams (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
How did you learn of the former employer's response?  Is the person who gave you this information willing to give you a statement?  The former employer is permitted to give truthful information.  If they lied about why you were terminated, you could pursue defamation charges against them.  Usually, the best course of action is a cease and desist letter.... Read More
How did you learn of the former employer's response?  Is the person who gave you this information willing to give you a statement?  The... Read More

how can I tell if I have been discrimated against?

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
What you are describing may be considered reverse race discrimination and/or religious discrimination. Although reverse race discrimination are tough. In addition, you have not suffered an "adverse employment action" because of your race or religion so you wouldn't have a discrimination claim yet. However, you may want to review your employment handbook and submit a written complaint for reverse race discrimination and religious discrimination. If the discrimination on these bases were to persist or you are retaliated against for your complaint, then you may have a claim for retaliation.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
What you are describing may be considered reverse race discrimination and/or religious discrimination. Although reverse race discrimination are... Read More
You may have a claim under the ADA. However, these cases are very fact specific so you should contact an employment attorney to discuss your options immediately. My office offers free consultations.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You may have a claim under the ADA. However, these cases are very fact specific so you should contact an employment attorney to discuss your options... Read More

Changing job description after I clock out.

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You may want to discuss the change in pay because it could just be an error. Regardless, there is nothing illegal about what you described.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You may want to discuss the change in pay because it could just be an error. Regardless, there is nothing illegal about what you... Read More

leaving the workplace on lunch

Answered 11 years ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It depends. Are you required to be on the premises so you can perform work? If you are having an interrupted lunch, then it likely should be paid. I would advise you to speak with an Ohio wage and hour attorney. Feel free to call my office for a free consultation.   Ohio unpaid wages attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
It depends. Are you required to be on the premises so you can perform work? If you are having an interrupted lunch, then it likely should be paid. I... Read More

Overpayment Repayment Unemployment

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
They found you fraudulently received unemployment benefits when you should not have so they are requiring you to pay the benefits back. I'm not sure I see the question here...
They found you fraudulently received unemployment benefits when you should not have so they are requiring you to pay the benefits back. I'm not sure... Read More

Non exempt salary employee on call

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You likely would not be entitled for payment during all of the hours you are on call, but certainly during the hours you are actually performing work. You should contact my office or another employment attorney who handles cases of unpaid overtime or unpaid wages. My office offers free consultations.   Ohio unpaid overtime attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You likely would not be entitled for payment during all of the hours you are on call, but certainly during the hours you are actually performing... Read More

Can employer make employee pay back money for accepting fake $50 bill

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
No. An employer cannot make this type of deduction. Contact an employment attorney.    Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
No. An employer cannot make this type of deduction. Contact an employment attorney.    Ohio employment attorney... Read More

How do I sue an attorney who gave me bad advice regarding my job?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by John George Galasso (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
File a complaint with the local bar association.
File a complaint with the local bar association.

Can my employer take my tips.

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You may contact the Department of Labor or you may contact an employment attorney who will handle this for you. Contacting a private attorney may result in you receiving additional monies than if you were to only contact the DOL.   Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You may contact the Department of Labor or you may contact an employment attorney who will handle this for you. Contacting a private attorney may... Read More

What should I do next?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
An employer does not have to follow its own policies. You smoked an illegal substance and tested positive for doing so. Even if they allowed your appeal, they don't have to provide you with a second chance to pass. You were terminated like other employees who failed the drug test so there isn't anything you can do. I'm sorry there isn't more that can be done.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
An employer does not have to follow its own policies. You smoked an illegal substance and tested positive for doing so. Even if they allowed your... Read More
You should speak with an employment attorney. Your employer's actions may constitute workers' compensation retaliation and/or disability discrimination. Feel free to contact my office if you would like a free initial consultation.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should speak with an employment attorney. Your employer's actions may constitute workers' compensation retaliation and/or disability... Read More

What can I do about my unpaid paycheck?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Your employer has not violated the prompt pay act unless they have not paid you within 30 days of your regularly scheduled payday.    Ohio unpaid wages attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
Your employer has not violated the prompt pay act unless they have not paid you within 30 days of your regularly scheduled... Read More

DO I HAVE THE RIGHT TO MY WORK FILE

Answered 11 years and a month ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
No. There is no law requiring your employer to give you a copy in Ohio. However, you can ask for it and they may provide it.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
No. There is no law requiring your employer to give you a copy in Ohio. However, you can ask for it and they may provide it.   Ohio employment... Read More
If you don't sign and are terminated, you have an argument for unemployment benefits. The non-compete itself sounds like it would not be valid. You should speak with an employment attorney.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
If you don't sign and are terminated, you have an argument for unemployment benefits. The non-compete itself sounds like it would not be valid. You... Read More

Short Term Disability

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Look at the other policies in the handbook. Most FMLA policies do not provide for compensation while on leave. However, you may be ordered to use your PTO and other sick time while you are on FMLA so you may receive some compensation. You may also contact an attorney.    Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Look at the other policies in the handbook. Most FMLA policies do not provide for compensation while on leave. However, you may be ordered to use... Read More

Am I entitled to sick pay due to a recent heart attack

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You need to speak with an employment attorney. Your leave may be covered by FMLA, but FMLA does not require your employer to compensate you. It does, however, protect your job while you are away assuming you are eligible. In addition, you may be able to apply for short term disability benefits to receive some of your wages.   Ohio FMLA attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You need to speak with an employment attorney. Your leave may be covered by FMLA, but FMLA does not require your employer to compensate you. It does,... Read More
You should contact an employment discrimination attorney immediately. Your employer's actions may be pregnancy discrimination. My office offers free consultations and we represent employees throughout the state of Ohio.    Ohio pregnancy discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should contact an employment discrimination attorney immediately. Your employer's actions may be pregnancy discrimination. My office offers free... Read More
You should speak with an employment attorney. Have you pulled your job classification and determined if you are at the top of your pay scale? More information is needed to determine if you have a claim for age discrimination.   Ohio discrimination lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You should speak with an employment attorney. Have you pulled your job classification and determined if you are at the top of your pay scale? More... Read More
You have not provided any specific information. You should contact an attorney to discuss what occurred six months ago to see if you may be potentially liable.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
You have not provided any specific information. You should contact an attorney to discuss what occurred six months ago to see if you may be... Read More

hands osteoarthritis

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Contact an employment attorney. As an employee with a disability, you must be able to perform the essential functions of your job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If it is resonable to transfer you to the preschool room, then that may be an accommodation your employer should make. However, the reasonableness of accommodations depends upon the totality of the circumstances.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Contact an employment attorney. As an employee with a disability, you must be able to perform the essential functions of your job with or without a... Read More

Will my employer fire me if I refuse to work overtime?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Unless you have an employment contract (and it does not sound like you do), then you may be terminated for any reason or no reason at all unless you are terminated for an unlawful reason. You may legally be terminated for not working overtime shifts whether they are mandatory or voluntary because there is no law that says that this would be unlawful. Unless you are being treated differently than other employees, then you have no complaint.   Ohio wrongful termination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Unless you have an employment contract (and it does not sound like you do), then you may be terminated for any reason or no reason at all unless you... Read More

Vacation Pay

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Whether you are entitled to vacation depends upon the employer's policy. Policies may be changed. You may want to pursue the vacation pay in small claims court, but it might be worthwhile to contact an employment attorney to discuss this situation.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Whether you are entitled to vacation depends upon the employer's policy. Policies may be changed. You may want to pursue the vacation pay in small... Read More

Can my boss ask why i take so much medication?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Unless you are being harassed to the point that the treatment about your disability is interfering with your work, then you likely do not have a claim unless your employer makes a decision because of your disability. You may want to speak with an employment attorney.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Unless you are being harassed to the point that the treatment about your disability is interfering with your work, then you likely do not have a... Read More

Do employee records have to be kept in the building where you work

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
There is nothing illegal about this. If the employer shares confidential information, such as employees' medical conditions, then you may have a complaint.   Ohio employment lawyer www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
There is nothing illegal about this. If the employer shares confidential information, such as employees' medical conditions, then you may have a... Read More