Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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My employer has basically forced me to quit, can I consider myself constructively discharged and collect unemployment?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 19, 2014

It would be best to meet with someone in HR or management to discuss why you are unhappy and looking for another job, why it would be best for both...

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Hi I been with the NYC dept of sanitation for almost 14 years they are forcing me off the job for things beyond my control!

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 18, 2014

You should contact the person who represented you when you signed the last chance agreement.

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Can I sue a former supervisee for defamation of character or other violation of law?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 18, 2014

If the accusations against you are invasion of privacy and harassment, you would need to have actual monetary damages, not possible damages, in...

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I was recently terminated from a position in NYC. The employer won't settle on 2 weeks severance to finalize release form.

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 18, 2014

The law does not require an employee to sign anything to get checks owed to him for working.

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Can employer with hold paycheck becauseof lost social security card?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

According to NY law, if the employer permits her to work without an SS card, she must be paid each week. Contact the NYS Dept of Labor. Wages and...

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Can my employer force me to stay after the time I'm scheduled to get off of work?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

There is no law that limits the number of hours an employer can require an employee to work, or how late.

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Wrongful termination from job

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

I am sorry to have to say that an employer is not required to keep a position open indefinitely. After a reasonable amount of time, the employer is...

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Rumors of layoffs are abounding at my company. What are my rights as an at will employee regarding notice and severance?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

There is no law requiring notice or severance pay. It is up to each company to decide if and how much to provide. But you should have an employment...

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2 models. Agncy gave O1 & brought t NY Aug 14. Abndoned by agncy, no wrk, no $. Have asked for release. No result. Legal?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

It is always best to have an attorney review legal papers before you sign. Second best is to consult an attorney after a problem develops.

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I work in retailers as a loss prevention officer, can I be fired for recording my supervisor stealing time?

Arthur's answer | Answered on December 14, 2014

Unfortunately, this is not a legal matter. But I would think someone higher up in management would be interested in what happened, especially if...

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My employer has basically forced me to quit, can I consider myself constructively discharged and collect unemployment?

Hi I been with the NYC dept of sanitation for almost 14 years they are forcing me off the job for things beyond my control!

Can I sue a former supervisee for defamation of character or other violation of law?

I was recently terminated from a position in NYC. The employer won't settle on 2 weeks severance to finalize release form.

Can employer with hold paycheck becauseof lost social security card?

Can my employer force me to stay after the time I'm scheduled to get off of work?

Wrongful termination from job

Rumors of layoffs are abounding at my company. What are my rights as an at will employee regarding notice and severance?

2 models. Agncy gave O1 & brought t NY Aug 14. Abndoned by agncy, no wrk, no $. Have asked for release. No result. Legal?

I work in retailers as a loss prevention officer, can I be fired for recording my supervisor stealing time?