My employer went into bankruptcy /11 /-what about my back pay

You can sue the owners of the company for your back wages if the company cannot pay.

My boss gave me a 90 day warning after a month ago he gave me a favorable performance review and I got promoted in December.

If there was a specific incident of harassment (besides this warning) that you can relate to your veteran status, you should report it immediately...

I was an Executive Recruiter as a 1099. On the Phone/computer. Non-compete enforceable? no geographic mention, time and accounts

In general, New York courts do not favor broad non-competes. That said, you should invest in a consultation with an employment attorney to review...

If I originate idea that becomes a business as an employee of a nonprofit, what rights do I have over that IP if I leave?

Generally, the event you created would be considered a "work made for hire" owned by the non-profit. That said, an idea is not protected...

I own an IT staffing company and want to ask a question regarding unemployment eligibility.

Workers should be classified as independent contractors or employees based on various factors, including how much control the employer has over the...

My employer will no longer pay me commission - after 15 years of employment can I quit and collect unemployment?

I agree with Mr. Shahrooz-Scampato. In addition, generally, if you quit your job, you are not eligible for unemployment benefits. However, if you...

I work in a private MD practice in NJ and receive comp time instead of overtime if I work more than 40 hrs/week. Is this legal?

Under current law, if you are a non-exempt employee, you must be paid time and a half for any hours you work over 40 in any work week. So if you...

Due to certain comments from Leaders at my past job, I started having heart palpitations etc. Can I take legal action .?

It sounds like you may have a claim for racial and/or national origin harassment and/or discrimination, particularly if you were fired or if you...

Being scheduled to work a one hour shift, is my employer required to pay me a minimum 4 hours in NY state?

You must be paid for all time actually worked, but no more, unless your duties and salary qualify you as an exempt employee. If you are required...

What are my options as far as the hostility, targeted abuse, mental abuse, and deformation of character? Can I sue a BOE.

You may have wage and hour, whistleblower, disability discrimination and retaliation claims. You should invest in a consultation with an...

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