Can NYC gov demote based on dislike of person? I was not invited to meetings, interviews for my dept, harsh criticism for my wrk

If you signed a written agreement to accept a demotion and salary cut, it may be too late to take legal action. However, government employees have...

What can I do if my temp agency changes my rate from $14 /hr to $11/hr the day I start a job?

For that one day, yes. But if you force the issue, I don't think you will work for that agency again.

What is indemnity about?

Business insurance could cover any potential liability. Anyway, all legal contracts should be reviewed by an attorney before they are signed. The...

HIPAA Violation?

You are correct. Your employer is out of line with his question. They can call the doctor to confirm that the note is legitimate, but can't ask the...

The federal court judge will be more familiar with ERISA. Also, you can get liquidated damages under both federal law and state law in federal...

If you believe you were terminated for a reason related to your pregnancy, you can file a discrimination charge with the NYC Commission on Human...

My job description has changed as has my title after my boss retired.

It is not unusual for new managers to make changes. If you do not have a union, or a civil service government job, there is little job protection...

NYS labor Laws?

You can get some information about retaliation claims from the NYS DOL website. But it may be worthwhile to invest in a consultation with an...

A manager spread a malicious, slanderous rumor about me and I am trying to decide whether or not I have the right to sue.

It sounds like you were a manager, too. If so, cases against coworkers are more difficult than cases against your supervisor. It will take some...

How far back do employers check when doing a backround check..i have felony from 20yrs ago

Unfortunately, you must disclose all felonies, if they ask. But most companies do not ask until after they offer you the job. If they take back the...