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Fired on via phone, and when asked for written termination letter my employer said I resigned a month ago
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Answered on October 22, 2013
You are able to apply for benefits without written notice of termination. They are not required to inform you of your termination in writing.
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What are my rights or courses of action when my boss says I show signs of drug abuse when they are false?
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Answered on October 22, 2013
Are you in a union? If so, you may be able to have them bring a grievance on your behalf. If you do not have a union, or a contract, you ability...
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My father has worked at a job for 26 years he is in the union (1199). They wants to cut his salary in half.
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Answered on October 21, 2013
While more information is needed, it sounds like first, the union should be filing a grievance on his behalf before he pursues any legal remedies.
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I read in order to install audio camera's the employer must tell the workers and/or have their consent. does this apply for NYC?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Yes it does. Generally, while Video surveillance is permitted, audio is not.
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Can I do anything?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
Based upon the information provided, it sounds like you have a claim for either unpaid wages or breach of contract.
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If an employee does not do his job and this causes company to incur financial loss, can he be held accountable for the loss?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
No, the employee will generally not be liable, but you can be terminated.
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I received a summons to give testimony in a workmens comp hearing...my brother is the defendant do i have to attend?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
You should consult an attorney. Unless there is grounds to quash (undo) the subpoena, as long as it was properly served you need to appear.
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I am a Manager of a Store and we have a Employee who abandoned work(for one day) and she have more than warnings 4 Bad Conduct.
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Answered on October 21, 2013
This seems like more of a practical question/business decision question than a legal one. Unless the employee has a contract or there is some sort...
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Can I get unemployment benefits if I quit my job due to harassment by my boss because of an investigation due to illegal billing
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Answered on October 21, 2013
While more details are required, based upon the information you provided you may have a whistleblower claim, especially if this unauthorized...
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I'm getting my EB green card soon (I-485 is pending). I'm also getting married soon. Can I change careers?
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Answered on October 21, 2013
This is more of an immigration question, than employment. I suggest you contact an immigration attorney.
