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Filing a wrongful termination complaint with a government agency is a way for an employee to seek relief after an illegal dismissal. 1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Wrongful Termination. Jurisdiction: Federal
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Social security fraud occurs when an individual wrongfully applies for or receives benefits from the Social Security system or otherwise illegally uses the system for personal gain. 1 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Fraud. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Robert A. Kraft
If you live in Texas and are disabled, you may qualify for social security disability benefits. First, you will need to submit a disability benefits claim. 7 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Texas
Written by Jason M. Zuckerman
In August 2007, President Bush signed The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 ("9/11 Act"). Posted 2 months ago in Employment / Labor. Jurisdiction: Federal
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Wrongful termination based on an employee’s health condition is prohibited in many cases by the ADA and the FMLA. 3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Wrongful Termination. Jurisdiction: Federal
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Social security fraud occurs when someone wrongfully applies for or receives benefits from the Social Security system or otherwise illegally uses the system for personal gain. 3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Fraud. Jurisdiction: Federal
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Illegal aliens are not entitled to social security benefits because they are not eligible to work in the United States. 6 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Social Security. Jurisdiction: Federal
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An employer can’t terminate an employee for using FMLA leave or for opposing unlawful practices related to FMLA. 3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Employment / Labor. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Samuel Eugene Spital
If you have reason to believe you have been discriminated against with regards to the rental of property, you may have a case against the Landlord or Property Manager. This guide helps you understand what to do when confronted with rental discrimination. 1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 5 months ago in Landlord / Tenant. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Jason M. Zuckerman
Are whistleblowers in the airline industry protected from retaliation? Posted 2 months ago in Employment / Labor. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Jason M. Zuckerman
On August 14, 2008, Congress enacted the Consumer Product Safety Commission Reform Act (CPSC Reform Act), which includes a retaliation provision prohibiting manufacturers, private labelers, distributors, and retailers from retaliating against an employee. Posted 2 months ago in Employment / Labor. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Patricia Ann Fulton
If you are a commercial-vehicle driver who was arrested for DUI, you can have your commercial driver’s license (CDL) disqualified. However, sometimes steps can be taken to avoid disqualification. 1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in DUI / DWI. Jurisdiction: Seattle, WA
Written by Sharon Elizabeth Chirichillo
If you are stopped for DUI in Washington, you should politely decline both to perform any field sobriety tests and to answer any questions. 6 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in DUI / DWI.
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Both workers’ compensation and social security disability insurance can provide income to an impaired employee, but they vary in how they work. 3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Workers Compensation. Jurisdiction: Federal
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If you are owed child support, state agencies and state or district attorneys should offer free or low-cost help in collecting the money, even across state lines. Posted about 1 year ago.
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Back child support is unpaid child support. Courts offer several options for parents to collect the overdue debt. 10 of 17 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Child Support. Jurisdiction: Federal
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A contract breach occurs when a contract exists between two or more parties and one party fails to meet his or her obligations. 7 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Contracts / Agreements. Jurisdiction: Federal
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To choose your best business or corporate structure, consider the type of business you want to operate, your need to be shielded from personal responsibility, and the tax consequences of the various business types. 5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Corporate / Incorporation.
Written by Adam Augustine Carter
The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) prohibits employment discrimination against persons because of their service in a uniformed service. 2 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Employee Benefits. Jurisdiction: Federal
Written by Jason Garrett Epstein
Only by properly handling the scene of an accident can you put yourself in the best position if another driver makes a claim against you, or if you need to make a claim against another driver. 2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago in Car / Auto Accident. Jurisdiction: Seattle, WA |