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Employers application asks " Have you been convicted of a crime in last 7 years? Does employer look at entire criminal history?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 28, 2016

It is a violation of the NY employment laws to conduct a criminal background check prior to your accepting their job offer. There may be another...

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Employment offer and then rejection.

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 28, 2016

There are only a very few situations that would make it worth suing them. But you can apply for unemployment benefits because you accepted their...

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Can I get my hours cut for calling in one day?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 19, 2016

If you can prove that it was in retaliation for taking the day off.

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Forced to resign....how should I word my resignation letter?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 19, 2016

I doubt you could collect unemployment if you are offered continuing employment on the same terms except no longer from home. But if your salary...

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Can an employee of a non-profit agency be written up for smelling of smoke?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 18, 2016

I'm sorry to have to let you know that second hand smoke has been shown to be harmful to one's health in a way that curry and perfume has not. For...

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If my boss pick up a piece of wood and I try to help him get ri instead he throws it on the ground for me to pick it up,is that

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 16, 2016

There is no law requiring a boss to act decently. If you feel you are not being treated with respect, you need to look for another job. You...

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Can my employer reduce my salary by half without my consent?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 16, 2016

I believe this is a sufficient change in the terms of employment to qualify for unemployment if you refuse to work for less money and insist on...

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I am a 61 yr old white female who had to say no to a 30 something black man he is now trying to get my job through a black boss

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 16, 2016

Whenever the government is involved, it is always possible that the law provides legal protections. I recommend you consult with an employment...

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What do I write to my employer to let them know I will not be returning to work due to a permanent disability?

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 16, 2016

If you are eligible for a disability pension through the company you worked for, ask for an application. If you are applying for social security...

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I was locked up for 2 days for 155.25 165.40 240.26

Arthur's answer | Answered on August 15, 2016

I'm not sure in what way you think this affects your employment.

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

Employers application asks " Have you been convicted of a crime in last 7 years? Does employer look at entire criminal history?

Employment offer and then rejection.

Can I get my hours cut for calling in one day?

Forced to resign....how should I word my resignation letter?

Can an employee of a non-profit agency be written up for smelling of smoke?

If my boss pick up a piece of wood and I try to help him get ri instead he throws it on the ground for me to pick it up,is that

Can my employer reduce my salary by half without my consent?

I am a 61 yr old white female who had to say no to a 30 something black man he is now trying to get my job through a black boss

What do I write to my employer to let them know I will not be returning to work due to a permanent disability?

I was locked up for 2 days for 155.25 165.40 240.26