I have a lawsuit that was filed (discrimination, disability) but never litigated. It is killing my chances of getting a job.

"killing my chances of getting a job..". It may be -- or may not be-- the case. Has a prospective employer told you that orally or in writing...

American Arbitration Association Clause saying to share the fees equally for any or all disputes in the contract ! (Off books)

Please note the standard caveat; I am not your lawyer currently and my remarks are only a general comment on an AVVO question submitted...

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Non-compete clauses, while arguably "disfavored" in NY by its courts, also exist in a state and court system that starts with an "at will" premise...

I was verbally abused at work for the last 3 months by my supervisor & witness my supervisor go into rage with others

Mr Forman and Ms McCall have it right.

This is a complicated area, and the previous legal suggestions by my AVVO colleagues are generally on point and correct. The starting point...

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I terminated my apartment contractor on Monday, Nov. 19. I may loose my deposit. Do I have cover his entire loss?

Since I am not engaged as your lawyer this note does not constitute legal advice and your reading this caveat constitutes your agreement to such...

I was caught stealing on my job and got fired. i was told they want to file a complaint against me now. what does that mean?

I agree with the other responders; if you can afford it, you need to speak with a criminal attorney, who can be helpful right now to get you ahead...

What are my legal options?

Four prior lawyers have recommended sequentially to you: public help from a labor dept, small claims court and "suing "(2x). My comment is that...

I work in Retail, I recently joined a company that made me an offer that I accepted... the offer was salary plus a bonus structu

"an offer": was it in writing or oral? Oral offers contracts are hard to prove, and subject to "he said, she said" credibility contests,...

My former employer no longer provides the services of the division that I managed. Can a non compete still be enforced?

This answer expressly does not constitute legal advice, you have not engaged me and I have not done research to answer. That said: as a...