In regards to an unemployment hearing in Suffolk County NY and employee statements

I believe the judge will require your employer to go straight to the day of temination. Otherwise, you should ask to question the witnesses, and...

I WAS RECENTLY TERMINATED, I FOUND A IPAD ON MY JOB I CONTACT THE OWNER BY EMAIL LEAVING MY NAME AND NUMBER OWNER DID CALL ME

Many companies with security departments have rules about lost property. If you did not follow those rules, you are subject to termination and...

Regarding an unemployment appeals hearing in New York.

The hearing is conducted much the way you see it on TV. It is informal, so the judge can ask questions. But it is different in that you are also...

N.Y.S Unemployment fraud?

If you quit to take a better job, that would constitute good cause to leave.

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Do I need an attorney/representative for my unemployment hearing?

You may be able to find a volunteer attorney. It seems like an interesting legal question. Call the Unemployment Action Center in Manhattan.

I was denied a sick day off is that considered harassment

No, if you are not sick.

Do I have a claim for sexual descrim. against a deep-pocket client who sexually harassed me?

If you were working with a written contract, alot will depend on whether you were legally an employee, or you had your own consulting business...

On a minute notice I was advised by my employer to take vacation in the assumption that I'm "burned out" after hurricane Sandy.

It was really a suspension, not a vacation. But that is not illegal. Legally, you can apply for unemployment benefits and look for another job.

Is it legal for my employee to see my personal tax return?

It is legal to ask, but there is no law that requires you to provide them. The letter from your accountant should be enough. If not, you need a...

As long as that was his real reason for letting you go. In any case, you can apply for unemployment benefits. But be sure to explain the situation...