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What is the Statutes of Limitation on a law suit against job because of Mental disorder

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

There are several time limits. The US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has a 300 day limit. It is one year with NYC Commission on Human...

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Do I have a case?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

Unless you are in a union, there really is no such thing as suspension. It is termination and you can file for unemployment while you wait for...

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Do I have to pay the health premiums back since they chose to terminate me? They say they will take me to court if I don't pay.

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

You are correct. You do not owe them anything because you notified them you intended to return to work when your doctor cleared you. In fact it...

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What can I do in this situation? Is it a suit? Is it something that would affect me when trying to get a job?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

Practically all companies will not disclose your being fired if any future employers ask them for a reference. They will only provide your dates of...

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Is my unpaid trial situation covered under the ada?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

I'm not sure if this is what your question is, but in general, discrimination laws do not provide extra advantages for people with disabilities. ...

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I moved from Florida to new York last August . I've been working on w2 here in ny since then and lost my job this past Friday.

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

I believe it is a close call. Apply and find out. I think two full quarters of employment are needed to be eligible to collect unemployment...

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What are my legal rights regarding the late paychecks and the vacation days?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

Labor dept has a maximum of $900 per week. If you were paid more than that you cannot file with them. But a letter from an attorney my be...

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Creating an independant contractor agreement for knowledge workers, what things to include to avoid liability?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

I agree that the most important thing you can have for such an agreement is an attorney. You certainly don't want to use one not drafted by a...

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What can I do so this never happens to anyone else.

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

Since let you go instead of letting you leave voluntarily in two weeks, you can apply for unemployment benefits. That may prevent them from doing...

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Can I be terminated because my employer thinks I have a medical condition?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 31, 2016

No, but it doesn't sound like they let you go for that reason. If you suspect they did, consult an employment lawyer to discuss the details of...

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

What is the Statutes of Limitation on a law suit against job because of Mental disorder

Do I have a case?

Do I have to pay the health premiums back since they chose to terminate me? They say they will take me to court if I don't pay.

What can I do in this situation? Is it a suit? Is it something that would affect me when trying to get a job?

Is my unpaid trial situation covered under the ada?

I moved from Florida to new York last August . I've been working on w2 here in ny since then and lost my job this past Friday.

What are my legal rights regarding the late paychecks and the vacation days?

Creating an independant contractor agreement for knowledge workers, what things to include to avoid liability?

What can I do so this never happens to anyone else.

Can I be terminated because my employer thinks I have a medical condition?