Questions answered by Alix R. Rubin

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Can my company deny my full time telecommuting request when I have performed my job remotely?

Alix's answer | Answered on August 03, 2017

Unless you need to work remotely due to medical issues, or you can prove that others in similar positions are allowed to work remotely full time,...

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Can I join a indirect customer of my employer for full time job?

Alix's answer | Answered on July 19, 2017

There's will likely be legal trouble for you if you go to work for this customer. That said, you should engage the services of an employment...

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What legal options do I have if I face retaliation for reporting cutting corners in regard to sanitation/food safety?

Alix's answer | Answered on July 02, 2017

You may have a whistleblower claim if terminated for reporting what you believe are illegal practices. You also should be eligible for...

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Would rather be laid off with severance than quit or be fired. Possible?

Alix's answer | Answered on June 25, 2017

You should consult privately with an employment attorney who can help you determine whether to negotiate a severance package. While you may have...

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Can I lose my job and be sued for harassment because I explained our gyms policy?

Alix's answer | Answered on June 08, 2017

Anyone can sue anyone for anything. The question is whether the lawsuit has legs. It doesn't sound like this one does, but you and the company...

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Do I have a discrimination case. I am a disabled employee, with the most seniority & excellent job performance record.

Alix's answer | Answered on May 23, 2017

You may have a disability discrimination claim should you get laid off. In the event this happens, you should consult privately with an employment...

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Could I argue that signing a paper that limits my legal rights upon being hired at new job is signing under duress?

Alix's answer | Answered on May 18, 2017

You signed as a condition of employment. So duress is not a good argument. The real issue is whether you and your employer are covered by FMLA. If...

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Can an employer change me from an hourly paid employee to salary one at my hourly rate?

Alix's answer | Answered on May 17, 2017

Even if you are paid a weekly salary, if your duties do not fall within one of the exempt categories – executive, administrative or professional –...

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What should we do if an ex-employee falsely accuses the management for discriminating him because of his personal preferences?

Alix's answer | Answered on May 15, 2017

I agree with Mr. Popovich. If the attorney representing you in the ongoing case does not wish to defend you before the pharmacy board, you should...

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Does a hold harmless agreement which waives rights to unpaid overtime override labor laws requiring overtime pay?

Alix's answer | Answered on May 12, 2017

If you are not exempt from overtime based on your salary and your job duties, then you must be paid your regular rate for all hours worked up to 40...

Alix R. Rubin's Answers (1042)

Can my company deny my full time telecommuting request when I have performed my job remotely?

Can I join a indirect customer of my employer for full time job?

What legal options do I have if I face retaliation for reporting cutting corners in regard to sanitation/food safety?

Would rather be laid off with severance than quit or be fired. Possible?

Can I lose my job and be sued for harassment because I explained our gyms policy?

Do I have a discrimination case. I am a disabled employee, with the most seniority & excellent job performance record.

Could I argue that signing a paper that limits my legal rights upon being hired at new job is signing under duress?

Can an employer change me from an hourly paid employee to salary one at my hourly rate?

What should we do if an ex-employee falsely accuses the management for discriminating him because of his personal preferences?

Does a hold harmless agreement which waives rights to unpaid overtime override labor laws requiring overtime pay?