Can an employer refuse pto time? Can they also ask you to schedule procedures before or after working hours or on the weekends?

Your employer is required to work with you to schedule time off that you need for medical procedures. You should consult privately with a New...

What are the most probable outcomes in a situation like this?

Although you were likely legitimately fired for your curse-filled rant, it sounds like you may have a claim for sexual harassment that you could...

Am I allowed to take an employees cell phone away in New Jersey?

Yes, you can take his cell phone away during work hours, but you must treat all employees equally with respect to cell phone use on the job. You...

Should I be negotiating for a better severance offer`?

Unless you were singled out for termination based on a protected characteristic such as your age, race, sex, ethnic origin, disability, or sexual...

Box up all his belongings, and if he doesn’t show up on the scheduled day to pick them up, ship them to his home.

Employment non-compete viability?

The likelihood is you would violate your non-compete by taking this job. That said, I agree with my colleagues that you should invest in a...

Can I sue a company for revoking my offer ?

You may have a claim based on your reasonable reliance on the offer that now puts you in a difficult situation. You should invest in a consultation...

Can I be demoted and my salary cut if I was counter offered to stay with the company.

I agree with my colleague Fred Shahrooz Scampato. You may be able to use your potential claim of promissory estoppel as leverage to negotiate. You...

The employer is required by law to give you an opportunity to explain the infractions they found in your record. In addition, in order to use them...

Do I have a case for a law suit against my employer for harassment and emotional damages? Is it worth it?

As my colleagues recommend, you should consult privately with an employment lawyer licensed in New York to help you determine the best course of...