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I was terminated from my union job as a truck driver because the boss said he didn't like me. Is that legal?
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Answered on June 29, 2016
The fact that you were replaced by a non-union driver might be an unfair labor practice. Consider filing a charge with the NLRB.
In most cases,...
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Can My Employer Enforce A "Overtime Only After 80 Hours" In a Contract When The Labor Laws Specify Otherwise?
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Answered on June 29, 2016
I agree with my colleagues that you should speak to a licensed employment attorney in your state. It sounds like what your employer did was not...
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Ny state hair stylist. I get paid biweekly big corporation. Can they split my paycheck into 3 periods so I get no overtime.
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Answered on June 29, 2016
This sounds like a violation of several provisions of the New York Labor Law, although I would need to see your paystubs to be sure. Your boss can...
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Can I do any thing about my boss?
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Answered on June 28, 2016
It is not illegal under any employment statute that I am aware of, but you could potentially have a common law claim for negligent or intentional...
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Can I be accused of Insubordination, because I declined fire a coworker?
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Answered on June 28, 2016
I don't see any reason you couldn't be fired if you are at will, UNLESS you knew or suspected that the employee was being terminated for an illegal...
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Can i get terminated from my job if i got tested for alcohol after it was after hours from my shift?
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Answered on June 28, 2016
If you ate the chocolate after your shift was over, you may be protected by California's lawful activities law, which makes it illegal for an...
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If my husband is wrongfully terminated from his job and forced to leave the country what are my options as his wife
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Answered on June 28, 2016
I am not an immigration attorney and cannot advise you as to that, but you might look into whether your husband has an FLSA or state law wage...
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What are my options as far as not being given a break?
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Answered on June 28, 2016
Under federal law, there is no right to a break at any specific interval. Some states have laws requiring breaks, so check the applicable law in...
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My boyfriend is salary he makes 47,000 a year, is it legal for them to make him work over 55 hours per week?
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Answered on June 28, 2016
For now, yes, at least under federal law. However, starting December 1, 2016, if your boyfriend is making exactly $47,000 per year, he will likely...
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I need to know if it is okay for my boss to do what she is doing.
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Answered on June 28, 2016
Does your boss eventually give all of your tips back to you, or does she retain any portion of your tips permanently? If she either retains a...