I worked for a company Monday's-Friday's from 7:00a-3:30p. I was only paid for 40hrs weekly. Am I entitled to any lost wages?

In Massachusetts, an employer must provide employees working over 4 straight hours a half hour meal break. However, the employer need not pay for...

Can I be forced to take a loan out against my 401K to repay a debt in collection

You may want to re-classify your question to something concerning debts and loan repayments. Based on what you wrote, it seems like you owe the...

Employer asked me to sign non-compete after I accepted employment offer

If you are an at-will employee, an employer can require you to sign a non-compete. Of course, you do not have to sign it, but the employer could...

I have heard the DUA has been extremely slow. If you are awarded unemployment compensation, you will be paid from the time of the claim until you...

I have been on maternity leave and was returning this week. we have 6 workers there and doctor called to terminate me, can they?

How long were you out for? Were you planning on returning on the date you had agreed to return. You likely have a claim but you need to discuss...

Is this legal for my company to do?

If you have not yet contacted an attorney, you should, as you may hsve a very significant wage claim.

Can a lawyer let an employee go for medical reasons or having a baby

You should consult with an employment attorney. Massachusetts prohibits discrimination on the basis of being pregnant and requires unpaid leave in...

Work harrasment

You should call a lawyer to discuss the facts but, based on what you wrote, you likely have no viable claim. Harassment, in general, is not...

Can my employer take money out of my bank account for uniforms that were not returned?

Sounds like you have a claim. An employer cannot deduct from your pay unless your specifically agreed to it and if it relates to an acknowledged...

Did you accept the offer before the changes were made? If so, then it would be a legally binding contract. However, even if a contract, if you will...