How do I get credible evidence of my employer not paying over time for hours worked?

Unemployment calculates your weekly rate based on what you were actually paid, not on what you should have been paid. But you should contact an...

Why are the new Start-Ups able to get away with not hiring anyone over 35 much less 40?

Class action suits combine multiple plaintiffs suing one company. It cannot be one plaintiff vs. an industry. It might be worthwhile to consult an...

What are my other options to collect unemployment benefits

You should have started your job search already and hopefully you will get another job instead of unemployment so you can leave on your own terms...

My former employee who had only worked for less than a month filed an unemployment insurance claim. Is the person eligible?

If the person had a job before joining your company, you are billed pro rata along with the other company. The other company has more of a burden...

Work compensation

You can sue for the difference, but they are allowed by law to fire you if you do. As long as you are paid minimum wage which is $8/hr, it is not...

Is it legal for an employer to scream vulgarities at an employee?

In general, there is no law that protects you from a boss who is an SOB. If you quit, however, it is likely you can collect unemployment benefits...

To what extent do I have to allow employees to take extended leave as a part of a religious accommodation?

I do not recommend using a generalized company-wide rule. i would recommend you consider each request individually.

I have worked as home health aide for an elderly man - but because of 'snags' with the 2 different agencies, have not been paid.

You could give two weeks notice that you quit and file a complaint with NYS Dept of Labor for unpaid wages.. If you apply for unemployment you...

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Lawsuit against union?

You can file a complaint against the union with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and they will investigate why the union did not pursue a...

Should I put in a rebuttal to a recommendation of termination?

A rebuttal may get you a few more weeks, or maybe just a few more days. But In my experience there is nothing you can do to keep your job at this...