How do I sue my ex-employer without using an attorney?

I tend to agree that this does sound like a complicated matter, and you should consider at least going through a consultation with an attorney. You...

I had a disciplinary mtg at work & asked/received permission to record proceedings. Who owns the recording? do I have to share?

In NJ, it is permissible to tape record without the consent of the other party. The party taping would be the owner of the tape and there is no...

What are the legal responsibilities of a Medical Review Officer (MRO) and a MRO's assistant?

You may have a defamation claim or a malpractice claim based on what the assistant reported and how negligent the assistant was in making the...

Do I need to pay for work performed by an employee that was not authorized to work.

The first question is why he was allowed to work, if he was not authorized. It is unclear what you mean by the terms, we call out guys to work. ...

I never claimed any cash tips while waitressing at my restaurant. Is that legal?

There are two issues. Number one, it certainly sounds like you may have not been paid minimum wage. However, number two, you may have an IRS issue...

Can a reckless father be charged with slander or defamation.

You may have a case for defamation as it appears to constitute per se slander. You should consult with an attorney in your State as I am an...

Can an employer allow you to work if you have been written out of work by a dr. and then fire you the next night?

In NJ, this may be a violation of the NJ LAD. It depends on what the employer's reason is for the termination. If it is due to your medical...

Do/should I need/have an attorney for an employment benefit hearing?!

It is very much a personal and financial decision. In NJ, there is certainly a belief, and the statistics seem to support it, that an individual...

In NJ, there may be no violation for an employer to fire a person for not being fully forthright on their application. You should consult with an...

Can I sue my Christian church in NJ?

You may have a claim to pursue. There is a ministerial exemption that the USSC recently endorsed. However, this applies only if you are a...