Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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What if an employee gets paid more than me than an amanager. and more than anybody else that does thesame job?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 08, 2015

No. Although you are the manager, only the owner can decide how much to pay each employee.

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Effectiveness of Non-Disparage Agreements (Television Entertainment Business)

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 07, 2015

If the network told the production company they will not work, that would not relate to a disparagement clause. But it might be covered by other...

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I was discriminated by my union, based on my race!! and the union entered into a scheme to have me terminated as well.

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 07, 2015

It is not possible to evaluate a case in a few sentences, especially after the legal proceedings have taken place. You will need to consult an...

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Working for a city agency (all employment info on file), Test comes out for the job (from provisional to full time).

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 07, 2015

If you were quoted an estimate to file a lawsuit, most attorneys will charge about that much. But you may want a second consultation to discuss...

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Can an individual be terminated from a job because they smoke cigarettes on their own time?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 06, 2015

I hope you requested a hearing to appeal the denial of your application for unemployment insurance. There must have been something besides the fact...

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Should Human Resources offer reasonable accommodation to employee without first request medical documentation?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 05, 2015

The law does not specify the exact steps that have to be followed. It is best to consult an employment attorney to assist you with this type of...

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I am a physician that left a job 2 years ago. the practice I had been with is still using my name in advertisements, insinuating

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 05, 2015

NY has a law against using a person's name in advertising without permission, the Civil Rights Law section 51. You will need to consult an...

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I need a anwer regarding a "non compete" contract

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 05, 2015

I recommend you have an attorney contact them first to negotiate that you will agree to a limited non-compete according to how much they are...

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I didn't sign an employment contract? How much of it applies?

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 04, 2015

A non-compete contract is not enforceable unless you sign.

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Employer claims we stole from her over winter when I worked all hours claimed

Arthur's answer | Answered on May 04, 2015

I strongly recommend you consult an employment attorney. Sitting down with an employment lawyer will help you understand your rights and obligations.

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

What if an employee gets paid more than me than an amanager. and more than anybody else that does thesame job?

Effectiveness of Non-Disparage Agreements (Television Entertainment Business)

I was discriminated by my union, based on my race!! and the union entered into a scheme to have me terminated as well.

Working for a city agency (all employment info on file), Test comes out for the job (from provisional to full time).

Can an individual be terminated from a job because they smoke cigarettes on their own time?

Should Human Resources offer reasonable accommodation to employee without first request medical documentation?

I am a physician that left a job 2 years ago. the practice I had been with is still using my name in advertisements, insinuating

I need a anwer regarding a "non compete" contract

I didn't sign an employment contract? How much of it applies?

Employer claims we stole from her over winter when I worked all hours claimed