The determination as to whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor involves reviewing a number of factors, with control over them...

What, if any, recourse do I have

Unfortunately, if you are an employee at will, there is no claim for that money. I would speak with your supervisors and see if they are willing...

Can I get unemployment while on fmla?

If you were terminated while on FMLA, you should talk to an employment attorney. You cannot, generally speaking, collect pay and also collect...

Generally speaking, if your employer grants you a set number of vacation days at the beginning of the year, then you do not have an entitlement to...

While I certainly understand your frustration, your employer has a right to make such a request of you if it is in the process of having to...

While there are no New York labor laws about breaks for bathroom needs, federal laws require that employees have reasonable access to bathroom...

Is it illegal for someone to take a nude photo of me in my house without my consent and then threaten to post them online?

He is, effectively extorting you and blackmailing you. I understand it may be embarrassing to do so, but you should report him to the authorities...

How do I find a lawyer that has had success against a very large company in regards to a hostile work environment?

I would discuss your situation in more detail with an employment attorney. It certainly sounds like HR and your boss gave you inconsistent...

Do employers/managers have a right to ask about an arrest partway through your time working for their business?

There is nothing inherently illegal about their asking about it, but if they take adverse action against you because of it, there may be a...

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Can I sue if I got stuck by a needle in my office ?

If you suffered some injury or illness as a result of being stuck, you may have some claim that can be pursued. If it was someone's accident or...