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I was recently fired from my job, for having one beer with my lunch on a upaid hour

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the employer can terminate you in nj for no reason.  did the termination interfere with unemployment ? ed dimon, esq.
the employer can terminate you in nj for no reason.  did the termination interfere with unemployment ? ed dimon, esq.

can i find a lawyer i have no funds at this time

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
you should see if legal aid will represent your husband. if not, can you borry money from friends or relatives for his defense ?
you should see if legal aid will represent your husband. if not, can you borry money from friends or relatives for his defense ?

HR department fired me for being honest

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
i would have the charges 'expunged' from your record to avoid this problem in the future. the time frame for an expungement is 3-4 months. the cost is $1250. i do not believe you have a case for wrongful termination. ed dimon, esq.    i did review the EEOC guidelines. the employer will hide behind the 'nature and gravity of the offense' [what was the offense ?] and the 'nature of the job' [what was the job ?... Read More
i would have the charges 'expunged' from your record to avoid this problem in the future. the time frame for an expungement is 3-4 months. the cost... Read More

my 72 year old mother is being fired for me her 40. year old son going to her boss and telling to stop yelling at her and trying to intimidate her.

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the key is your mother putting the employer on written notice that she is the victim of age discrimination. she should document in writing that dates that she was sent home and the 'young girls' were kept at work. she should document in writing her discrimination claims to her supervisor. she should also get additional witnesses who would support her claim of 'age discrimination'. the key is evidence and witnesses. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the key is your mother putting the employer on written notice that she is the victim of age discrimination. she should document in writing that dates... Read More

wHAT CAN i do about anextrmrly abusive boss

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the key is written notice to the employer of the 'hostile work environment'. you must give 'written notice' and you must give the employer time to respond to your written complaint. if the employer does not respond after the written complaint, you should issue a second written notice setting forth the 'facts'. ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the key is written notice to the employer of the 'hostile work environment'. you must give 'written notice' and you must give the employer time to... Read More

being fired,for calling out that day prior 2hr advanced

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
you can always sue another person or company. the question is whether you will be successful. you need to speak with the attorney who handled your unemployment appeal. he/she has the required facts. ed dimon, esq.
you can always sue another person or company. the question is whether you will be successful. you need to speak with the attorney who handled your... Read More

Can an employer change the reason you were terminated?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
after your successful appeal, it is most unusual for the employer to 'change the reason for termination'. do you have written documents concerning the appeal ? ed dimon, esq.
after your successful appeal, it is most unusual for the employer to 'change the reason for termination'. do you have written documents concerning... Read More

I was terminated for having a minor accident the handbook states 3 accidents in 18 month period chargeable i havent had one in 3yrs

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the issue is the one accident. employers are using any mistake to terminate an employee. they use the one accident to support the termination and challenge the employee to sue them. the cost for litigation normally causes the employee to accept the termination.  ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600... Read More
the issue is the one accident. employers are using any mistake to terminate an employee. they use the one accident to support the termination and... Read More

can i be fired over a facebook comment?

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the NLRB has issued new rulings last friday regarding employee comments. the issue revolves around whether the comments are related to 'working conditions' and whether there were similar to 'comments among co-workers at the water cooler'. if they are, then they are permitted. to whom did you make these comments on facebook ? co-workers ? do you want your job back ? ed dimon, esq.... Read More
the NLRB has issued new rulings last friday regarding employee comments. the issue revolves around whether the comments are related to 'working... Read More

If i loses my section 8 subsidy because the apartment failed inspection can I get it back after a year or more with fighting with section 8.

Answered 13 years and 2 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
section 8 housing cases are most difficult to appeal. the legal costs are significant. i would recommend that you use Legal Aid.
section 8 housing cases are most difficult to appeal. the legal costs are significant. i would recommend that you use Legal Aid.

Word has it that our company site will be transferred to a County agency. I work for fortune 500 Company.

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
 i need more details. `what does your company do ? what type of work will be transferred to the county ? ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235
 i need more details. `what does your company do ? what type of work will be transferred to the county ? ed dimon, esq. 732-797-1600 ext 235

Can you fired from you job for health reason for example back surgry even if you sign a At Will Agreement

Answered 13 years and 4 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
the issue is whether you can do the job after your back surgery. the case is 'fact driven'. ed dimon, esq.
the issue is whether you can do the job after your back surgery. the case is 'fact driven'. ed dimon, esq.

What is the typical or average percentage in NJ an employment attorney charges on a contingent basis for a whistleblower, wrongful termination case?

Answered 13 years and 5 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
what were the circumstances surrounding the reporting of the crime ? did you call the police ? did you tell your employer ? what is the supervisor saying ? what is the victim saying ? depending upon the answers, you may have a case.
what were the circumstances surrounding the reporting of the crime ? did you call the police ? did you tell your employer ? what is the supervisor... Read More

I was terminated for insubordination, what can i do

Answered 13 years and 6 months ago by Edward J. Dimon (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
what did the email in question say ? what has been your history with the manager ? yo want to avoid the termination for insubordination because it will negatively impact unemployment benefits. have you applied for benefits ? any issues ?
what did the email in question say ? what has been your history with the manager ? yo want to avoid the termination for insubordination because it... Read More
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