What should I put as my reason for leaving ?

Just answer truthfully, tell them that you were told your services were no longer needed.

My employer is harassing me. I work as a server in a restaurant, and my supervisor / co-owner is constantly harassing the staff.

Generally speaking, your employer can take this kind of action against you, as long as it is not for a discriminatory reason (due to your race,...

What can we do to get owed wages after company closes abruptly?

I agree with both of the attorneys below. you can file a claim with the NY State Department of Labor or consult with an employment attorney to...

My employers short paid me on last paycheck after my resignation

You can either file a complaint in small claims court or complain to the NY State Department of Labor, but small claims court would probably be...

Can I do something about losing my job?

While more information is required, if you did not comply with their policies, generally your employer is allowed to terminate you.

Is it legal for any type of employer in the state of Connecticut to pay employees cash?

As indicated above, while technically legal, it can create several problems for the employer.

Can I have my job back?

In most states, you are an employee at will, which means that absent a contract you can be fired for any reason, as long as it is not a...

As long as you are paid at least the minimum wage, and time and a half for any hours worked over 40, your employer can have you performing both...

What can I do about this.

While much more information is needed, I would contact a local employment attorney to go over what happened in greater detail.

I wanted to know do I have potential claims in regards to my employment with my employer?

These claims are very fact specific and much more detail is needed to evaluate your claim. I would consult with a local employment attorney.