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New Jersey Maternity Leave Law - Company has less than 50 employees. As an employee what are my rights to go on maternity leave?
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Answered on September 03, 2015
A leave of absence is a reasonable accommodation under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination even if your employer is not covered by FLMA. It...
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Is an email from a previous employer's HR rep good enough to rely on as far as a potential non-compete agreement goes?
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Answered on August 04, 2015
I agree that you should have the agreement reviewed by a labor and employment attorney. Restrictive covenants are generally valid in NJ and...
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If I should have a lawyer read an agreement/ contract to work as an independent contractor providing counseling services?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
Yes most definitely. There are important tax issues for you to consider. You may be improperly classified as an independent contractor when you...
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Can i sue my employer if i was bitten by a buy 2 times in 1 month (indoors) and i have sever reactions?
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Answered on June 30, 2015
This is most likely a worker's compensation case. Generally in those type of cases, you get medical treatment and an award for any permanent...
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Can I sue an employer for sexual harassment?
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Answered on June 30, 2015
It sounds like you do have a case. You should consult with a Labor and Employment Attorney to make sure your interests are protected. Did they...
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Can I sue a potential employer for going against a verbal contract?
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Answered on June 25, 2015
Not sure why you think you have a contract which requires offer and acceptance of specific terms of employment. Oral contracts many times present...
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Hi,
My name is Karen and I have a question. I am having trouble receiving a paycheck.
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Answered on June 25, 2015
I would agree that you need to wait a few more days. If it is late, meaning paid later then regular pay schedule, you can file a free charge with...
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I was fired from my job because my house caught on fired do I have a case
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Answered on June 22, 2015
The answer depends on whether you are an employee at will or there is a binding employment manual without a clear and prominent disclaimer. Have...
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Can a company file a sexual harassment case against an employee without listing a victim as a complainant?
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Answered on June 22, 2015
Do you mean an internal complaint with the company or some type of disciplinary action? Yes, employers can try to keep the victim's name...
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Can I file a lawsuit against an employer I worked for off the books?
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Answered on June 22, 2015
Yes you can sue in either small claims court or file with the Department of labor. Just realize this is a problem for you too since you have not...
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