This seem weird, but there is no law about when/how an employer approves/disapproves vacation. Except that your employer cannot treat employees...

Assuming her employer has a STD plan, your friend can apply whenever the appropriate medical professionals certify her for it. Your note makes it...

Can I apply for unemployment benefits?

You can definitely apply. Unclear whether you'll get UI or not. I would guess probably not because cursing out your supervisor (even if it is...

There are many more details required to answer your question beyond saying that you might have a case. Contact an employment lawyer in your area...

Can an employer not pay you due to them believing they owe you money.

I would need more details, but this seems illegal. You have to be paid for your work. An employer is pretty limited in terms of the deductions...

Violating the confidentiality law

There are whistleblower protections for people who report violations of the law and/or actions which endanger people. But your narrative is...

Legally speaking, the company cannot retaliate against you for filing a complaint. Practically speaking, though, this might ruffle some feathers.

If you incur expenses for your employer, these have to be reimbursed. Sounds like there is something fishy going on with this employer. Call an...

Arguably, there is a claim for something called fraudulent inducement, but I think it is an uphill climb. The best course of action would probably...

What is my best course of action.

Get yourself a lawyer asap. You should review your potential remedies and the value of the job offer in light of these remedies. You also, of...