Questions answered by Jonas Urba

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Need to get out of a hostile, abusive work environment

Jonas's answer | Answered on June 21, 2014

Rudeness, abusiveness, and poor manners do not equal a hostile work environment. None of the facts you stated equal hostile environment even if...

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After complaining about mistreatment got fired. Independent contractor on papers, in real life employee.

Jonas's answer | Answered on June 21, 2014

Arthur and Alix are correct. Lawyers do not or should not give legal advice without reviewing documents and consulting with you...

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I was denied an accommodation for a disability, chemical sensitivity and my health worsened. Will my settlement be taxed?

Jonas's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

If you are represented by legal counsel, ask them. If you are not represented and the settlement you are offered is insufficient, contact an...

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Can my employer take money from my check just because she made a mistake and over pay me ?

Jonas's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

Mr. Forman is correct. It's not finders keepers. Both parties know who the money belongs to.

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Question on application: "Have you ever been convicted of or entered a plea for any criminal offense (excluding parking tickets)

Jonas's answer | Answered on May 22, 2014

Counsel are correct. Check with NYS Office of Professional Medical Conduct (Dept. of Health) 800.663.6114 or 518.402.0836 to make certain your...

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Is this discrimination?

Jonas's answer | Answered on May 21, 2014

These situations are very fact specific. You should not disclose details on line which might compromise your identity. Unfortunately there are...

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I suffered a heart attack and am unable to work. Is there a requirement that I file for std? If I don't can I be fired?

Jonas's answer | Answered on May 21, 2014

If you are unable to work, how are you paying your bills? Have you consulted with an attorney regarding whether you might qualify for other...

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How do you prove that you were wrongfully terminated?

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 27, 2013

Were you protected by a union, civil service career rules, a signed contract of employment? Did you voice or object to discrepancies in the...

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Went to Canada to get married same sex marriage about 8 years ago and want to get divorce how can we do that?

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 27, 2013

In your case, separation means "when one party says its over it's over". Legal divorce is impossible to accomplish in Florida for any marriage...

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My wife is being harassed because she is Spanish and not from the Philippines

Jonas's answer | Answered on November 19, 2013

Mr. Hirsch has provided your wife with good suggestions. It sounds like your wife is preparing to lose her job. She should consult a licensed...

Jonas Urba's Answers (1437)

Need to get out of a hostile, abusive work environment

After complaining about mistreatment got fired. Independent contractor on papers, in real life employee.

I was denied an accommodation for a disability, chemical sensitivity and my health worsened. Will my settlement be taxed?

Can my employer take money from my check just because she made a mistake and over pay me ?

Question on application: "Have you ever been convicted of or entered a plea for any criminal offense (excluding parking tickets)

Is this discrimination?

I suffered a heart attack and am unable to work. Is there a requirement that I file for std? If I don't can I be fired?

How do you prove that you were wrongfully terminated?

Went to Canada to get married same sex marriage about 8 years ago and want to get divorce how can we do that?

My wife is being harassed because she is Spanish and not from the Philippines