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Am I allowed to add a cause for termination and extend the period as an independent contractor?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

You should consult with an attorney to negotiate on your behalf. You can try to change the terms fo the contract, but the other side does not have...

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Can I take them to court for all of this and recover wages from previous employment and get paid for the recent work that I did?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

You should consult with an employment attorney. there are several potential claims you may have, but more information is needed to fully asses and...

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With my situation and possibly documentation of this proctor being terminated. Whom can I go to reverse this and/or can I sue

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

Based on the information you provided you may not have a claim, or any claim you have any have expired. I would speak with an employment attorney...

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What legal actions can I pursue if I am fired or if this behavior continues (I am employed in New York City)?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

While more information is needed, you may certainly have a discrimination claim. I would consult with an experienced employment attorney to...

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Can I refuse the alternative position/shift? If so what happens? Would I be able to get unemployment?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

Are you in a union? If so they might be able to fight on your behalf. If not, if you refuse, your employer could discipline you up to and...

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What is the correct way to compensate commissioned employees for mandatory business training trips?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

While commissioned sales people are exempt from the overtime/minimum wage laws, that usually does not extend to training time or other times not...

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Do i have a case for retaliation.

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

The New York Law that covers this type of retaliation is not very strong, as another attorney said, it must be public health as opposed to just...

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How can I go about bringing up to my supervisor/manager that smoking in the shop needs to stop?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

You should contact the Department of Health. Do you have am medical condition that causes you to react to the smoke more than others? If so, you...

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Did I wrongfully receive unemployment? Will she win the case? Am I in the wrong?

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

While more facts are required, based upon what you are saying, this could be a case of pregnancy discrimination. You should consult with an...

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Fired for reporting violations in internally of Dol & DEC violations and drug use by other employees.Do I have a retaliation cas

Matthew's answer | Answered on April 25, 2016

You may have a claim, but I suggest you speak with an experienced employment attorney sooner rather than later.

Matthew Ian Marks's Answers (3190)

Am I allowed to add a cause for termination and extend the period as an independent contractor?

Can I take them to court for all of this and recover wages from previous employment and get paid for the recent work that I did?

With my situation and possibly documentation of this proctor being terminated. Whom can I go to reverse this and/or can I sue

What legal actions can I pursue if I am fired or if this behavior continues (I am employed in New York City)?

Can I refuse the alternative position/shift? If so what happens? Would I be able to get unemployment?

What is the correct way to compensate commissioned employees for mandatory business training trips?

Do i have a case for retaliation.

How can I go about bringing up to my supervisor/manager that smoking in the shop needs to stop?

Did I wrongfully receive unemployment? Will she win the case? Am I in the wrong?

Fired for reporting violations in internally of Dol & DEC violations and drug use by other employees.Do I have a retaliation cas