Can I apply for unemployment ?

NYS pays unemployment for up to 26 weeks. The US government used to add another year but that expired.

You should consult with an employment lawyer for advice about your specific situation. From what you have said, you may not have any legal rights....

Questions on separation agreement.

These type of agreements usually say that if they let you go early, you still get the bonus. It is always best to have an employment attorney...

Do I deserve to be fired from my job at B&H Photo because my Dr has not met a deadline for filling out FMLA paperwork?

If your doctor needs more info, it may be because you are not clearly entitled to FMLA leave. My best advice is to put your request for more time...

If a manager writes up an employee at work, and the issue is surrounding something that was never officially clarified or put in

When you have a union job, the manager has to discuss these questions with the union. When there is no union, all you can do is whatever the...

Hi my father is 91, has been at his "retirement" job for over 20 years. He was kept on when new company over 2 yrs ago

If his pension comes from a prior job, I think he can collect unemployment. But if he will collect a pension from his last job, whatever money he...

I agree with attorney Sanders. You need to be totally transparent with your investigator if you want to work for the NYPD. If you are denied...

I've clocked out at work but my employer keeps me in the building...is this legal?

No. You can file a complaint with the NYS Labor Dept wages and hours division, but you may get help quicker with a private attorney who handles...

Can employers choose not to put their full time employee on the schedule because business is slow?

Any action you take may cause management to consider you a trouble maker. It is best to talk with your coworkers or consult an attorney before...

My employer may not fire a individual who physically attacked me. How can I work in a hostile environment

You can file a police report against the person who physically assaulted you. You can also consult an employment lawyer for more specific advice.