Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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I work 9-6 monday-friday my boss told me I cannot take a 1/2 hr lunch. what can I do?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 07, 2015

You can file a complaint with the NYS Dept of Labor. It is a violation to refuse an employee 1/2 hour lunch period.

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Employment contract - is it ok to accept?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 07, 2015

Excellent question, but not a legal question. Probability that it is a scam sounds high.

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Do I need to pay labor again after paying the shop for new tranny they purchased and labor if the tranny break down?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 06, 2015

Sending your question to a commercial attorney for an answer.

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Employer didnt send payment within time specified in stipulation of settlement with NYSDHR. Can my part of stipulation be void?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

Probably not. Usually, you have to let SDHR know and they will attempt to collect for you. But the language of your settlement might give you...

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How to file judgment after winning arbitration

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

I believe a commercial attorney can help sort this out, but you need to explain why you want to file in NY if defendant is in CA.

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What is the limit you can sue for in a civil matter like back wages in New York State?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

Labor law in NY is changing rapidly. The minimum wage is $8.75, but next year it goes to $9 and many people are trying to make it as much as $15. ...

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In N.Y.S can employees of a security guard site go on strike for economic reasons ?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 05, 2015

You need to stay strong. Don't let the company make you weak by turning you against your union. Give them a chance. It sounds like they are...

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Once I notify my employer that I have unpaid overtime due, how long do they have to pay me? Also, is this criminal or civil?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

If you are represented by a union, you should contact them. If they are no help, or if you are not in a union job, you should contact an...

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Is it legal for a catering hall to avoid paying me overtime because i work in different locations they own?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 02, 2015

Even if the different locations are separately incorporated, if you are being sent to different locations by the same people, they must pay overtime,

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Can NYC human rights law employment violations be brought in any venue in NYS?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 01, 2015

According to NYS court rules, venue is proper where plaintiff resides, even for a case based on NYC law. But I agree, it is foolish to bring this...

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

I work 9-6 monday-friday my boss told me I cannot take a 1/2 hr lunch. what can I do?

Employment contract - is it ok to accept?

Do I need to pay labor again after paying the shop for new tranny they purchased and labor if the tranny break down?

Employer didnt send payment within time specified in stipulation of settlement with NYSDHR. Can my part of stipulation be void?

How to file judgment after winning arbitration

What is the limit you can sue for in a civil matter like back wages in New York State?

In N.Y.S can employees of a security guard site go on strike for economic reasons ?

Once I notify my employer that I have unpaid overtime due, how long do they have to pay me? Also, is this criminal or civil?

Is it legal for a catering hall to avoid paying me overtime because i work in different locations they own?

Can NYC human rights law employment violations be brought in any venue in NYS?