My employer is cutting our hourly pay Is there a grace period they must allow or can the cut be implemented in the next check?

You can quit and apply for unemployment benefits, or you can accept the pay cut and continue working. Unless you have a union or a written...

Grounds for discrmination or harrassment.

In New York, there is a big difference between a union job and a job without a union. In general, unless you have a union, all you can do is quit...

My manager says I need to check my punches myself but never showed assistant managers how to do it, so they could show others

Your friend needs to keep track of her hours with pen and paper. Let payroll know about any mistakes on her pay check immediately. Supervisors are...

I'm leaving my job, can I get my sick days paid out?

There is no law requiring it. Some employers will pay if they lay you off, but not if you leave them.

Hello, I signed a non compete agreement that lacked any time duration. Is this contract valid.

That would mean you can never work again near your old job. Non-competes are intended for special employees, and are rarely valid for routine type...

If you don't have a union, then there is no such thing as a suspension. Other than applying to unemployment insurance for benefits and looking for...

What to do if employer didnt pay me?

Depending on your actual job duties, the NYS Dept of Labor may be able to help. Or you can file a case in small claims court or the NYC CIvil Court...

Former employer is claiming I stole, did drugs, and sexually harassed when prospective employers call them. What can I do?

An attorney can write a cease and desist letter. They are ususally very effective at stopping the lies.

You can consult an attorney who can contact them to try and obtain the money for you, of you can sue in small claims court without a lawyer.

Do I have grounds to pursue legal action against my employer? (sue or push their hand to provide an agreement)

It is better for you to continue to collect a pay check while you are looking for another job. You should have an attorney review any legal...