Just a quick question

It depends on the language of the settlement agreement. Usually, releases in settlement agreements include employees of the entity (in this case,...

Yes, you can sue your former coworker. However, you would probably be better off suing your former employer, too. You should invest in a...

My employer has started deducting 2% per lateness from our weekly paychecks, is this legal? if not, how can we fight this?

You have two options: sign the non-compete and fight over whether it is valid when and if you leave for a competitor, or refuse to sign it and...

Is there a statue of limitations on background checks for jobs?

It depends on the crime and the type of government job.

Me and my fiancé worked at the same company and we were fired because we got engaged. Can we sue for discrimination? See below

The answers to your questions depend on the company's policy. Generally, it is not advisable for close relatives to be in a supervisor-subordinate...

Can I sue in NYS Supreme court without a right to sue letter from the EEOC because the EEOC is taking too long to send it?

Yes, you can sue under state and city law in state court without a right to sue letter. However, you will lose certain remedies you may have under...

I was employed for by a company Where the branch manger was very abusive when I reported to owner of company he did nothing

You may have a retaliation claim, which would be even stronger than a workers' compensation case. But you should focus on getting better first. ...

Is there any law in NJ that protects the employees when a company closes without any previous notice?

Yes, both New Jersey and federal law require employers with 100 or more full-time employees to provide at least 60 days' notice of closing. If no...

Need some inputs about a clause in my Employment Contract.

It depends on the wording of your employment contract. You would not have to reimburse your employer for the fees it paid to obtain your H1B...

I contract musicians for events. Can I be required by the musicians union to withhold work dues from musicians pay?

The real question you should address is how much control you exercise over important aspects of the musicians' work. Only then can you determine...