Will I be able to file a law suit on Starbucks for this

They are allowed to hire and fire for almost any reason, as long as it is not a discriminatory reason. I would apply at another Starbucks rather...

Is it legal to force me to work?

No one can make you work, but generally you can be fired for not agreeing to work full time, or for any nondiscriminatory reason. However, because...

I feel im being treated unfair at my workplace

As indicated above, you may have an OSHA claim and should contact them. Additionally, does your manager do this to everyone or just to you? If it...

Can an employee be accused of saying things but it comes down to a he said/she said thing.

the first question is are you in a union? If you are, you may have some protections against being terminated under these circumstances and should...

Do I have any course of action when fired while on short term disability?

As Mr. Forman indicated, the short answer is it depends. your daughter should speak with an employment attorney to discuss this matter further and...

Employer disregarding reasonable accommodation (doctor's restrictions) and treating employee different

More information is needed to fully answer your question. It sounds as if they may be retaliating against you for requesting the reasonable...

Is a person's job responsible for ensuring the safety of their employees and preventing a hostile work environment

The first thing you should do is report the person to HR. They are only obligated to prevent this if they knew or should have known, generally.

How solid is an employment guarantee in NYS

If it is in writing, it could be very solid, depending on what it says. If it was verbal, it is probably not particularly strong.

You should consult with an employment attorney to review the handbook and go over your options in detail.

Would it be unfair for me to ask for a cost of living raise?

It is not unfair for you to ask for a raise. However, your employer is not legally required to give you one either.