Reimbursement

What is the question? Tax issues should be answered by a tax lawyer. If you were paid there is no employment question.

Can a company violate it own policy ?

You may recover unemployment benefits if you did not commit misconduct. In most cases you must be warned that you could lose your job first. If...

I have been laid off by my employer (at will contract). Do I have to sign the separation agreement?

No one can coerce anyone to sign anything. However, does your employer have cause or good cause to fire you? Did you commit misconduct such...

Do I have a case for unemployment compensation in NY if I quit due to unfixed fire hazards?

Mr. Suda is right. You need good cause to quit. You need to have some documentation of reporting and give time for them to fix problems. If...

How do I ask for compensation beyond my contract being bought out without going to court?

Wow. If you are posting negative comments about your employer or former employer that may not be a good thing.

You do not state whether you were discriminated against. If you were there is the NYC CHR or NYS DHR if EEOC jurisdiction of 15 employees is not...

Wouldn't that be considered blackmail? I contacted the GM and HR and no response

So the manager demanded money from you in exchange for you not revealing damaging information about your employer? I did not read that either...

Can I do anything to get the overtime I should have been paid?

You should definitely consult with a labor and employment lawyer. Not paying overtime is very serious.

I've been a part-time temporary employee for a major company for 25 yrs and now out of work. Can I sue for severance?

Apply for unemployment benefits. If they challenge or deny your claim appeal it timely. Retain counsel. No recovery no fee, by law, in NY. ...

Does my former employer have any right after I left to call me and ask me questions about projects? Do I have to answer them?

You could offer to be a consultant and draft a proposed agreement to continue in that capacity. Otherwise, unless obligated by some contract there...