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Unless you were treated differently for an unlawful reason (because of your age, race, gender, disability, religion, etc) that you were treated differently, then you don't have a legal claim. Employers can treat employees differently to the extent that they are not doing so because of an unlawful reason. Also, employers can increase their level of discipline over time. It doesn't appear you have a legal claim unless there is an unlawful reason that motivated your employer to treat you differently.   Ohio employment discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Unless you were treated differently for an unlawful reason (because of your age, race, gender, disability, religion, etc) that you were treated... Read More

can I sue my company

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Unless you are able to prove the disparate treatment between you and the other employee is because of an unlawful reason, there is no basis for legal action. Employees in Ohio are at-will emlpoyees and can be terminated for any reason or no reason as long as it is not an unlawful reason.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Unless you are able to prove the disparate treatment between you and the other employee is because of an unlawful reason, there is no basis for legal... Read More
You need to speak with a wage and hour attorney. You can only recover for up to three years for a willful violation of the wage and hour laws (FLSA). Feel free to contact my office for a free consultation. We also represent clients on a contingency fee.    Ohio unpaid overtime attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You need to speak with a wage and hour attorney. You can only recover for up to three years for a willful violation of the wage and hour laws (FLSA).... Read More

Can my employer make me see a doctor because of my weight?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You should speak with an attorney. You may potentially have a claim that your employer is discriminating against you because of a perceived disability in the event your physician concludes you can perform your job without accommodations but the employer continues to bother you about your weight. You need to get these issues in writing. Feel free to contact my office for a free consultation.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should speak with an attorney. You may potentially have a claim that your employer is discriminating against you because of a perceived... Read More

What are my options if my last employer has not given me my last pay check?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by Evan T. Engler (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You can file a complaint with the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor and you can sue your former employer for your last paycheck. You could hire an attorney to write the employer a demand letter (threatening legal action) or call the former employer, or you could handle the matter yourself in small claims court.... Read More
You can file a complaint with the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor and you can sue your former employer for your last paycheck. You... Read More

does FMLA really protect you?

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You should contact an employment attorney who handles FMLA cases. My office may be able to assist you. Certainly, no employer states they are terminating you for exercising your rights to benefits. Feel free to call my office for a free consultation. Ohio FMLA attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should contact an employment attorney who handles FMLA cases. My office may be able to assist you. Certainly, no employer states they are... Read More

Job abolished

Answered 11 years and 2 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
It is legal unless you were terminated for an unlawful reason.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
It is legal unless you were terminated for an unlawful reason.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 

if you get a severance package in ohio can you still collect unemployment

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
you cannot receive unemployment during the period you are receiving severance.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
you cannot receive unemployment during the period you are receiving severance.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 

can i get suspended without pay without telling my side of the story

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Unless you are part of a union or have an employment contract, then yes you may be suspended. You cannot be treated differently or discriminated against on certain bases though.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
Unless you are part of a union or have an employment contract, then yes you may be suspended. You cannot be treated differently or discriminated... Read More
You do not have a discrimination case simply because you are being treated unfairly and you happen to be in two protected classes. However, if you are being mistreated because of your age or ethnicity then you may have a case. Cases are very fact driven so it would be worthwhile to contact an employment attorney to fully discuss what is occurring at work.   Ohio employment discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You do not have a discrimination case simply because you are being treated unfairly and you happen to be in two protected classes. However, if you... Read More
Yes. It is legal unless you have an employment contract. You may have an argument in implied contract.   Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
Yes. It is legal unless you have an employment contract. You may have an argument in implied contract.   Ohio wage and hour attorney... Read More
Potentially. However, more information is needed because this may be disability discrimination. You must be able to perform the essential functions of your jobe with or without a reasonable accommodation. Contact an employment attorney.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
Potentially. However, more information is needed because this may be disability discrimination. You must be able to perform the essential functions... Read More
You should contact an employment attorney immediately to discuss what is happening further. If you are having interrupted lunches and you are not paid and you are working over 40 hours and not getting paid for it, then you have unpaid wages and unpaid overtime. I encourage you to contact my office as we handle wage and hour cases all over the state of Ohio.   Ohio unpaid overtime wages attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should contact an employment attorney immediately to discuss what is happening further. If you are having interrupted lunches and you are not... Read More

How long does an employer have to pay when I'm sti an active employee?

Answered 11 years and 3 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
I have two questions. First, if you are working 71 hours, is that in one week or over the course of two weeks? If you are working more than 40 hours in any given week, you should be paid time and a for those hours over 40. Also, you must be paid within 30 days of the regularly scheduled payday. Otherwise, your employer has violated Ohio law. Feel free to contact my office to discuss further.   Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
I have two questions. First, if you are working 71 hours, is that in one week or over the course of two weeks? If you are working more than 40 hours... Read More
You should contact a wage and hour attorney because not paying you violates the prompt pay act (if it has been at least 30 days from the regularly scheduled payday) and other laws that require that you be paid at least minimum wage for your labor. Feel free to call my office.   Ohio unpaid wages attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should contact a wage and hour attorney because not paying you violates the prompt pay act (if it has been at least 30 days from the regularly... Read More
No. This may be disability discrimination. You should contact an attorney.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
No. This may be disability discrimination. You should contact an attorney.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney... Read More

Employer owes me 102.50hrs of OT

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You are to be paid overtime in accordance with state and federal law. In addition, you must be paid your wages within 30 days of the regular payday or your employer has violated R.C. 4113.15. You may want to pursue legal action in small claims court or retain an attorney to write a letter.   Ohio unpaid wages attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You are to be paid overtime in accordance with state and federal law. In addition, you must be paid your wages within 30 days of the regular payday... Read More

Fired While on Disability Leave

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You would have to argue that your request for an accommodation was reasonable. Employers only have to accommodate employees' disabilities to the extent they can provide a reasonable accommodation to allow the employee to perform the essential functions of their job. So, much more information is needed. You should consult an attorney.   Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You would have to argue that your request for an accommodation was reasonable. Employers only have to accommodate employees' disabilities to the... Read More
if you are getting paid properly for every hour worked, then an employer may require you to work this often.   Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
if you are getting paid properly for every hour worked, then an employer may require you to work this often.   Ohio wage and hour attorney... Read More
Your employer must make reasonable accommodations for you to perform your job. Transferring you to a position you are qualified for that does not require air travel may be a reasonable accommodation. Contact an Ohio employment attorney. Ohio disability discrimination attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com/ohio-disability-discrimination-attorney/ ... Read More
Your employer must make reasonable accommodations for you to perform your job. Transferring you to a position you are qualified for that does not... Read More
This is not legal. Contact the Ohio Department of Commerce's Wage and Hour Division. If you are subsequently terminated, then contact an employment attorney such as my firm. You cannot be retaliated against for complaining. You are an employee and you should be paid wages.    Ohio wage and hour attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
This is not legal. Contact the Ohio Department of Commerce's Wage and Hour Division. If you are subsequently terminated, then contact an employment... Read More

Manager clocking out employee w/o notice

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You should contact an employment attorney. If you are working overtime and are not being paid for it, then that is violating the FLSA. If it is not overtime and just unpaid wages, then you would have a case, but the recovery would be less.   Ohio unpaid wages and overtime attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You should contact an employment attorney. If you are working overtime and are not being paid for it, then that is violating the FLSA. If it is not... Read More

can I sue foe harassment at work

Answered 11 years and 4 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
You would have to prove it is a hostile work environment and the harassment must be motivated by your age, race, gender, disability, etc. Please find more information here:   http://mcoffmanlegal.com/hostile-work-environment-attorney-ohio/ Ohio employment attorney
You would have to prove it is a hostile work environment and the harassment must be motivated by your age, race, gender, disability, etc. Please find... Read More
You would have to prove your termination was for an unlawful reason. Depending on the size of the employer, you may have a claim for pregnancy discrimination if you were terminated because of your pregnancy. The two weeks pay must be reported to unemployment anyway (as would severance). To be protected by the federal laws against discrimination because of pregnancy, your employer must have 15 or more employees. The number of employees is only 4 employees to be protected by Ohio's laws against discrimination. Feel free to contact our office if you think this applies.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com ... Read More
You would have to prove your termination was for an unlawful reason. Depending on the size of the employer, you may have a claim for pregnancy... Read More

If I work 6 hours a day am I required to take a lunch break.

Answered 11 years and 5 months ago by attorney Matthew James Porter Coffman   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Employment
Sure. There is no law requiring breaks. If your employer has a uniform policy to take lunches, then yo should follow it. The downside is you end up being terminated because you are unwilling to follow company policy.   Ohio employment attorney www.mcoffmanlegal.com 
Sure. There is no law requiring breaks. If your employer has a uniform policy to take lunches, then yo should follow it. The downside is you end up... Read More