Questions answered by Arthur H. Forman

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How to keep plaintiff name confidential during a civil lawsuit in NY/NJ/Federal Courts ?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 30, 2016

It is against the law for any company to take negative action against an employee or prospective employee because they complained about...

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My former employer has not delivered my severance on the date agreed upon in my termination agreement. Thoughts?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

Meet with an employment attorney about contacting them. It may be better for you if you wait to get the money because unemployment deducts for...

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What should I do about signing a non-solicit agreement when starting a new job in a very specialized industry?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

Better to be up front with a prospective employer. If you find them to be unreasonable, you have to seriously ask yourself if you want to work for...

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How should I interpret the right-to-sue letter?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 29, 2016

The EEOC will mediate if all parties consent. If not, practically all cases are given Right to Sue letters. The finding of no probable cause...

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Does owning a C-corp protect against a libel/defamation suit?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 28, 2016

This is not an employment question. Best to ask an attorney who handles entertainment, copyrights or libel/slander.

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I am dealing with a stressful work environment with an immature and incompetent boss

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 28, 2016

Unfortunately, there is no law that requires a boss to treat subordinates according to the rules of decency and respect. This sounds like a...

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Does the FLSA support employment relationship in my case ?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 26, 2016

Yes, and yes. If you have issues with how you are being paid or feel you are being discriminated at work, consult an employment lawyer.

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How many hours work should be paid?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 26, 2016

You are entitled to 4 hours at minimum wage, $36, or if its fast food $42. You can also apply for unemployment insurance benefits.

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I recently had surgery and am on Medical Leave. I want to resign before my return to work date in late Aug. What's the best way?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 26, 2016

FMLA requires an employer to continue to provide health insurance while the employee is on leave, but if the employee does not return the cost of...

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What happens if you are hired by a Company that has the same customers as your previous employer. Can you contact the customers?

Arthur's answer | Answered on July 25, 2016

If the agreement you signed is enforced by a judge, you could be ordered to stop and reimburse the company for lost business. Consult an employment...

Arthur H. Forman's Answers (4205)

How to keep plaintiff name confidential during a civil lawsuit in NY/NJ/Federal Courts ?

My former employer has not delivered my severance on the date agreed upon in my termination agreement. Thoughts?

What should I do about signing a non-solicit agreement when starting a new job in a very specialized industry?

How should I interpret the right-to-sue letter?

Does owning a C-corp protect against a libel/defamation suit?

I am dealing with a stressful work environment with an immature and incompetent boss

Does the FLSA support employment relationship in my case ?

How many hours work should be paid?

I recently had surgery and am on Medical Leave. I want to resign before my return to work date in late Aug. What's the best way?

What happens if you are hired by a Company that has the same customers as your previous employer. Can you contact the customers?