Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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Can I at least file (only file) my case in NY State Court, while the EEOC case is still open, without a problem?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 15, 2013

I agree that you are basically trying to perform complicated surgery without going to medical school. You need to consult an attorney or keep it...

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My boss is most of the time verbally abusive - always critical of my work

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 14, 2013

I agree that there is no law against being an S.O.B. It comes under the category of office politics. If you can't get a transfer away from him, you...

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Sexual harassment?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

This is an internal matter. If they think you have not been a good tenant and they don't want to live with you anymore, you may need to find...

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What does it mean if employer has not signed and returned employment agreement?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

Once you accept their offer, you are hired. But the so called "contract" may not be for a definite period of time, like one year, so they can...

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Can a tenant who has a male friend who once worked as a temporary employee through a temp agency for her landlord visit her?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 13, 2013

Tenants can do what they want, but employees may lose their job if hey violate their boss's rule.

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Does my employer have the right to offset my wages against relocation costs. Can I force my employer to pay me and abate fees?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 12, 2013

Whether you owe the money is a question of NY law. Whether they can deduct from your salary is a question for a UK lawyer.

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I was verbally abused by my boss , I was belittled and made to feel incompetent in front of other staff and clients. Is this ill

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 11, 2013

Not sure why your boss would do that to you, but from what you have said, I don't think there is anything you can do except claim unemployment...

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The company doesn't want to settle, even doe there was probable cause found by the Human Rights Division. What can I do at trai

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 11, 2013

The Division will assign a trial attorney to you without fee. But many attorneys will take your case for a percentage fee which is paid only if you...

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Not Being hired for a position

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 11, 2013

I recommend that you first askyour recruiter why you were not selected. If you still think it is discrimination, you can contact the NYC Commission...

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I received an unemployment insurance determination which stated that I left my job without good cause. Can i appeal?

Arthur's answer | Answered on November 11, 2013

Yes, I think you should request a hearing and tell your side of the story in person to an administrative judge. Good luck.

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

Can I at least file (only file) my case in NY State Court, while the EEOC case is still open, without a problem?

My boss is most of the time verbally abusive - always critical of my work

Sexual harassment?

What does it mean if employer has not signed and returned employment agreement?

Can a tenant who has a male friend who once worked as a temporary employee through a temp agency for her landlord visit her?

Does my employer have the right to offset my wages against relocation costs. Can I force my employer to pay me and abate fees?

I was verbally abused by my boss , I was belittled and made to feel incompetent in front of other staff and clients. Is this ill

The company doesn't want to settle, even doe there was probable cause found by the Human Rights Division. What can I do at trai

Not Being hired for a position

I received an unemployment insurance determination which stated that I left my job without good cause. Can i appeal?