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I'm employed in Westchester County, Ny in construction. My coworkers are always paid a 40 hour work week at 10 hourly..
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Answered on September 30, 2013
It is certainly illegal for an employer to avoid paying overtime. You should contact an employment attorney and bring any and all paperwork you...
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I am a contractor. I got $5,500 check that bounced, The woman won't answer phone calls or messages.
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Answered on September 24, 2013
Contact an attorney. You are certainly entitled to that money.
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My previous employer wants me to pay back sick time, do I have to?
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Answered on September 24, 2013
You should probably pose this question to a New Hampshire employment attorney, but that seems strange and depending on the amount, they may not...
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What is the disadvantage to my employer while i am collecting unemployment benefits ?
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Answered on September 24, 2013
Your employer isn't paying the unemployment payment to you, but is paying money to the state and the rate they pay could go up based on your claim...
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I overstayed my tourist visa but I have an approved I-140 am I eligible for a green card ?
Thank you.
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Answered on September 24, 2013
You should repost this question within the immigration section and/ or speak with an immigration attorney to get an answer to this question.
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Is it possible for unemployment to deny my benefits for excessive lateness?
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Answered on September 24, 2013
That may be a "for cause" termination that could warrant a denial of benefits. If you believe that isn't the case though, and that you were not...
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How can I find a probono attorney or lawyer? Due to being mistreated at work, I fear for my safety!
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Answered on September 24, 2013
Generally, your best course of action would be to contact your local bar association and request names of attorneys that practice employment law.
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Is it legal for an employer to give you a longer probationary period compared to other workers because of your background?
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Answered on September 23, 2013
If they are treating you differently based on your membership in a protected class (age, race, gender, religion, disability as some examples) then...
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I HAVE AN AGERVATEING HARRASSMENT CASE. I AM BEING AGERVATED HARRASSED BY MY RELATIVES AND THERE FRIENDS. T
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Answered on September 23, 2013
This seems more like a family or criminal law issue for which you may want to consult with a family or criminal law attorney. Alternatively, you...
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Can an employer denie unemployment papers to be signed if the employee decides to take them to court for unlawful termination?
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Answered on September 23, 2013
An employer is entitled to deny unemployment, but if you think they are doing it in retaliation for your filing a complaint, you may be able to use...