Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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I meet with the unions attorney assigned to me he was an older gentlemen in his 70s and kept confusing my case with someone else

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 20, 2016

You should consult an employment lawyer for a second opinion and to contact the union lawyer for you. Some unions will permit a private attorney...

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Can I get a new trial with ADA accommodations and vacate what happened since I was not told and the court/lawyer said no.

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 18, 2016

You will need to consult with an attorney for a second opinion, since you are represented by a lawyer. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" tab at the...

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What are employee's remedies and causes of action (makes too much money under Sec. 190.7 of NYLL for NYLL cplt)?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 17, 2016

This is too fact specific for a general legal response. I recommend you search the "find a lawyer" tab on AVVO to schedule a consult with an...

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I am entitled to collect unemployment benefits?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 17, 2016

You should apply to be sure. They will also include weeks you worked for former jobs to determine if you have enough time worked to qualify.

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How can i get the money he owes me? i wrote down the days and hours i worked but i stopped at a certain point

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 17, 2016

You should file a complaint with the police for the return of your tool box and with the NYS Dept of Labor for your unpaid wages. NYS Labor Law...

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Was I terminated wrongfully and how can I try to obtain my employment back?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 16, 2016

It is a violation of the NY Human Rights Law to terminate an employee because he or she is ill. Consult with an employment lawyer or contact the...

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Is it against the law to REQUIRE a picture be sent along with a resume?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 15, 2016

Depends on the job. If it is for an actor, no; if a bank teller, yes.

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If all hourly employees received raises, are salaried employees eligible for a raise as well?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 15, 2016

Salaried employees must be paid at least $675. But beyond that, salaried employees must negotiate for raises.

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Labor Law Question.

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

An employer can take a deduction for full days missed, but not partial days, if the time off was for personal reasons or, if for illness, his sick...

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What can we do? How do we get her out?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

If you are part of an international, check the constitution for ways to complain to them. Otherwise, running a union is a democratic process and...

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

I meet with the unions attorney assigned to me he was an older gentlemen in his 70s and kept confusing my case with someone else

Can I get a new trial with ADA accommodations and vacate what happened since I was not told and the court/lawyer said no.

What are employee's remedies and causes of action (makes too much money under Sec. 190.7 of NYLL for NYLL cplt)?

I am entitled to collect unemployment benefits?

How can i get the money he owes me? i wrote down the days and hours i worked but i stopped at a certain point

Was I terminated wrongfully and how can I try to obtain my employment back?

Is it against the law to REQUIRE a picture be sent along with a resume?

If all hourly employees received raises, are salaried employees eligible for a raise as well?

Labor Law Question.

What can we do? How do we get her out?