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What actions can be taken against a former employer for discrimination and wrongful termination?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 12, 2016

While more facts are needed, it sounds as if you may have been terminated in retaliation for your complaints of discrimination. I would consult...

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What can I do of my employer hasn't paid me my owed wages?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 01, 2016

You should complain to the New York State Department of Labor.

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I was terminated from a job. I worked more than my required hours and was not compensated,lunch time was not granted. etc

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 01, 2016

you say that it was a salary job, do you mean you were paid regardless of the number of hours you worked? If so you may be exempt from overtime...

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What should an employer do when they're contacted by an employee's attorney?

Matthew's answer | Answered on December 01, 2016

The best thing you can do is to contact an employment attorney to figure out how best to respond. Having an attorney involved sooner can save you...

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I quit my job after physical threats of violence and sexual harassment

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

I am sorry to hear this. you should contact a local employment attorney as soon as possible to go over your options.

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What can I do about wrongful termination regarding false accusations and retaliation

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

If you can show that this was racially motivated, then you would have a claim. However more information is needed. I suggest you consult with a...

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How do I go about either suing the company that I worked for or the employee that worked with me ?

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

Based on what you described, you do not have a claim against the employer, but may have a case against your coworker, I would contact a local...

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Can i sue my employer for defamation of character & conspiracy to have me fired

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

You would not have a claim against your employer, but may have a claim against the people who lied for defamation. However, defamation cases are...

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Do I have a case for wrongful termination?

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

did you have FMLA leave for your mother? Absent that or a violation of the CBA (which your union should handle), your employer can fire you for...

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Do I have a case if I feel as though I was wrongfully fired

Matthew's answer | Answered on November 28, 2016

Generally speaking your employer can fire you for any reason as long as it is not a discriminatory reason unless you have a contract or are part of...