Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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Can my job refuse to pay me for meal breaks I am not getting and am working through?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 23, 2014

If you are represented by a union in this medical facility, contact them. Otherwise, contact the NYS Dept of Labor. If you don't clock out for...

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Can my employer fire me for getting hurt not on the job?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 23, 2014

You should consult an employment lawyer to discuss being put on salary and off salary. That is not something that can just be changed by an...

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If ucc lien placed on coop for all cash assistance received from HRA; why is recipient required to participate in workfare?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

It is the same as with a mortgage. The full amount of the loan stays as a lien even if you make monthly payments for 30 years. You should keep...

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I have a Co worker who continue to insult me and pretend it to be a joke. I have reported to my employer but no improvement.

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

Fights between co-workers often lead to both employees having to look for another job. You should speak to an attorney before your boss decides to...

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How will I be protected by NYS Whistleblower laws in a school workplace setting?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

I think it would be better to publicize the issue in the press. Reporters take confidentiality very seriously.

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My coworkers aren't getting their breaks. Is there anything I can do?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 22, 2014

In NY, employees are entitled by law to take a 30 minute unpaid break for lunch. There is no law to enforce 15 minute breaks. Complaints about...

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The employer does not maintain hour records for staff and depends on his own diary records, how a worker can establish claim

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

The basic rule is the more you want to be paid, the longer it is going to take. If you think you are owed more, you will have to meet with the...

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I left my job and my boss has not payed my for my last week of work. I was working off the books, can i still get the money?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

You can file a complaint with the NYS Dept of Labor if you are not paid. It may work, even if you were off the books.

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Can one get sued over access to a company Facebook account?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

I think a commercial/contracts attorney would have experience in this area of law.

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My employer lied to unemployment and im being denied my benefits.

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

If you sent the UI investigator copies of the certificates, your benefits should not have been denied. Request a hearing and bring your...

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

Can my job refuse to pay me for meal breaks I am not getting and am working through?

Can my employer fire me for getting hurt not on the job?

If ucc lien placed on coop for all cash assistance received from HRA; why is recipient required to participate in workfare?

I have a Co worker who continue to insult me and pretend it to be a joke. I have reported to my employer but no improvement.

How will I be protected by NYS Whistleblower laws in a school workplace setting?

My coworkers aren't getting their breaks. Is there anything I can do?

The employer does not maintain hour records for staff and depends on his own diary records, how a worker can establish claim

I left my job and my boss has not payed my for my last week of work. I was working off the books, can i still get the money?

Can one get sued over access to a company Facebook account?

My employer lied to unemployment and im being denied my benefits.