Questions answered by Matthew Scott Porges

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What are the right-to-work laws like in MA vs. NY?

Matthew's answer | Answered on January 05, 2015

I agree with what these other attorneys say. You definitely need to have the contract reviewed. It is hard to determine your specific situation...

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Does an ACD remain as criminal record during the six months?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 02, 2012

Actually the ACD will stay on your record for six months and probably beyond. You will probably have to apply for what is called a Certificate for...

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Request for Judicial Intervention?

Matthew's answer | Answered on October 25, 2012

It means the bank/mortgage company has asked for the case to be assigned to a judge. So you need to hire an attorney or take some action as soon as...

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How long i can live in my house before the bank foreclose, i line in new york long island in the town of massapequa

Matthew's answer | Answered on August 01, 2012

You should contact an attorney as soon as possible. If the bank/mortgage company filed for foreclosure, you might have a judgment against you...

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Am i do my unused vacation pay once im terminated from a job?

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 29, 2012

You should probably be entitled to those days since you have not used them. It would probably be best to have a lawyer look at that and possibly...

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Do I have a legitimate complaint under the ADA Act? I was terminated 5 months after taking FMLA. HR was aware of my condition.

Matthew's answer | Answered on July 26, 2012

Although there was a significant gap between your return from leave and your termination, these facts definitely do raise questions about whether...

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Can I legally tape a conversatioin at work in New York

Matthew's answer | Answered on March 22, 2012

You can record the conversations but your employer will expect you to report any offensive comments as soon as possible. You may want to also...

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I was a probationary officer for the nypd i was terminated without any explanation ?

Matthew's answer | Answered on March 21, 2012

You should talk to a lawyer in person or via phone in order to flesh out more details. The real question for me would be whether there were any...

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A couple months ago my supervisor stated "Move out of my way before I kick you in the back". The company did nothing, what now?

Matthew's answer | Answered on March 19, 2012

I don't want to assume, but did you report this incident to Human Resources or a higher-level supervisor? If not, then it will be hard or...

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Do i nee an attorney

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 25, 2011

I would have to know more but you may be able to demonstrate that these things constitute retaliation for taking FMLA and/or pregnancy...

Matthew Scott Porges's Answers (10)

What are the right-to-work laws like in MA vs. NY?

Does an ACD remain as criminal record during the six months?

Request for Judicial Intervention?

How long i can live in my house before the bank foreclose, i line in new york long island in the town of massapequa

Am i do my unused vacation pay once im terminated from a job?

Do I have a legitimate complaint under the ADA Act? I was terminated 5 months after taking FMLA. HR was aware of my condition.

Can I legally tape a conversatioin at work in New York

I was a probationary officer for the nypd i was terminated without any explanation ?

A couple months ago my supervisor stated "Move out of my way before I kick you in the back". The company did nothing, what now?

Do i nee an attorney