If the employer didn't show for my Hearing, did I automatically Win the appeal?

Not necessarily. If the hearing officer finds that the reason you were separated from employment is disqualifying, you can still be denied...

I raised questions on acctg irregularites and then lost my job due to dept restructuring. Is this a retaliatory action?

Possibly. If the company is publicly traded or otherwise subject to the Sarbanes-Oxley and Dodd-Frank act whistleblower provisions, then you can...

An employer cannot force an employee to work. Conceivably, if the 30 day notice period is part of a contract, the employer can claim breach of...

After complaining to my supervisor about a issue I have been brought up in a investigation and suspended and I don't know why.

It depends on what you are reporting. If you are reporting violations of certain laws, then you may have protection under anti-retaliation...

Should I file a REDA claim or do I need an Employment Attorney?

Workers Comp retaliation claims are really a sub-sub specialty. So it's not surprising that your comp lawyer does not handle retaliation claims. ...

I am self-employed. Do I need to actually have an LLC or other corporate entity to deduct my business expenses?

You should consult with either a tax lawyer, or an accountant, who can advise you as to what expenses can be deducted. You do not need to...

Can I take a new contract work when already working full-time for another company

There is nothing illegal per se about doing freelance or contract work when you are employed full time. Plenty of people work more than one...

Submitted a sexual harassment claim to employer yesterday.

Some companies will have an attorney conduct a sexual harassment investigation, others will have a Human Resources official do it. It is not out...

I was recruited 1500 mi to a new position in Houston. 3.5 months later, I was laid off due to financial constraints. Recourse?

If your employment is at will, then you are likely without recourse. Since it is understood that an at-will arrangement can be terminated at any...

Can my employer put me (and my team) on involuntary unpaid leave if I am salaried with an employment contract?

It depends on the terms of the contract. If your employment is at will, you can usually still be suspended even if your contract provides for a...