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

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

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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...

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

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

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

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...

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

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...

You may be the victim of disability discrimination. Speak privately with an employment attorney as soon as possible to weigh your options.

I agree with my colleagues that the defense attorney's fee would be hourly in the case you describe. That said, some attorneys may be willing to...