Questions answered by Fred S Shahrooz-Scampato

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I was told that this was my last day. THERE IS NOTHING IN WRITING. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A WRITTEN COMPLAINT AGAINST ME, EVER.

Fred's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

Please provide additional information. How much time were you out all together? Three months? Please clarify what you mean by out for 2 months...

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I want to report sexual harassment by a superior but fear for my job. Should I contact a lawyer before HR?

Fred's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

This is a recent article that I published on the issue: Q. What do I do if someone starts sexually harassing me at my job? 1. Memorialize all...

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I want to know if my employer is allowed to just send me home and not accommodate me with work until I can go out on FLMA leave?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

Under the ADA, an employer is required to consider your reasonable accommodation request, but is not necessarily required to agree with it. Below...

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Is this legal?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

The Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) provides that employment rules requiring employees to speak only English in the...

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How do I pursue a gender discrimination lawsuit against a municipal police department located in southern New Jersey?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 19, 2016

1. Memorialize all of the event(s) down in writing. Just like writing an incident report at the police department. Describe in full detail what...

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How can they fire me when I provided a doctor note

Fred's answer | Answered on January 19, 2016

You may have a claim under the Federal Family Medical Leave Act. Please see my Avvo legal guide for more information:...

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How would I go about pursuing a racial discrimination case against this company?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 19, 2016

You should consider filing a complaint with the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights. Here is the link to the website where you can file a...

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What legal rights do I have?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

Not all harassment is unlawful under NJ anti-discrimination laws. The focus that an attorney would take is to try to figure out what is motivating...

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How can i take legal action?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 13, 2016

Do you have an employment handbook? In NJ you may be required to raise a complaint of racial discrimination/harassment prior to filing any action...

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Can I get fired if I use my sick days during very important working days that they need me?

Fred's answer | Answered on January 06, 2016

I agree with Mr. Christopher Edward that if you are eligible for FMLA leave, then that would be the recommended course to proceed. Here is a link...

Fred S Shahrooz-Scampato's Answers (903)

I was told that this was my last day. THERE IS NOTHING IN WRITING. THERE HAS NEVER BEEN A WRITTEN COMPLAINT AGAINST ME, EVER.

I want to report sexual harassment by a superior but fear for my job. Should I contact a lawyer before HR?

I want to know if my employer is allowed to just send me home and not accommodate me with work until I can go out on FLMA leave?

Is this legal?

How do I pursue a gender discrimination lawsuit against a municipal police department located in southern New Jersey?

How can they fire me when I provided a doctor note

How would I go about pursuing a racial discrimination case against this company?

What legal rights do I have?

How can i take legal action?

Can I get fired if I use my sick days during very important working days that they need me?