How to write a letter to a city discouraging the positioning of a worker that may create a hostile environment ?

You should talk to the union and HR about your concerns.

Employee walked out, filed for unemployment claiming she was isolated at work.

There will be a hearing. If you attend and answer the questions of the Review Examiner, then the Review Examiner will be able to figure out if the...

Can I hire unpaid workers for my website?

It is illegal to have anyone work for you without you paying them. Period.

How do I know my termination contract won’t harm me in the future and what happens if I don’t sign the contract within 7 days?

I agree with the other two attorneys who have answered your question. Your employer is paying you money (You didn't say so, but I assume they are)...

Can I collect unemployment

You can collect unemployment if you are out of work during this investigation. And, your employer cannot send you home without pay for filing a...

What can I do about an employee that is excessively absent, but always provides a doctors note?

Massachusetts has a fairly new paid sick leave law. This makes it risky for an employer to fire an employee for using sick time. You should...

If I am suspended from work can the employer make me wait weeks for the suspension to begin?

Unfortunately, yes; your employer can do this. Assuming that you are not in a union and you that are an “at will” employee, your employer can make...

You should demand your meal break. Tell them that it is illegal to withhold it from you and that you will contact a lawyer if they don't start...

Is my employer pulling an illegal labor stunt?

Your situation is way beyond fishy-- it is outright illegal. Minimum wage in Massachusetts (as you indicated) is $11 per hour. For the work you...

Can my company fire me for reporting concerns?

It is illegal under Massachusetts law to retaliated against an employee for making complaints about wage and hour violations. But, some employers...