Can my former employer tell the public. (customers) I was fired because I have a record?

Well, if you do not have a criminal record, it is defamation for the employer to tell customers that he fired you for that reason. If you do have a...

Federal employee unemployment benefits?

I am uncertain on the unemployment piece, but suggest you contact the NY Dep't of Labor, Unemployment Compensation, and ask for some guidance. Bear...

Can I not get unemployment after 14.5yrs of employment?

Most States unemployment compensation satutes disqualify an employee from unemployment benefits if they engaged in "misconduct" as that term is...

Non-compete

I doubt that the purported "non-compete" clause is enforceable. First of all, the law disfavors these types of provisions because they prevent...

Is my boss breaking the law? and if so, how should i deal with it?

Your employer cannot discriminate against you because of your pregnancy. The North Dakota Human Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination on...

My employer released information about the hospital to employees without my consent......can they do that???

Your employer violated the Family Medical Leave Act, as well as the Americans with Disabilities Act and perhaps the regulations promulgated under...

Do I have a case? Is this discrimination?

The daycare center is likely a place of public accomodation under the ADA. If it receives federal funds, it is also subject to Section 504 of the...

Can my savings / checking accounts be frozen?

The short answer to your question is "yes." I assume your question to mean that a creditor is days away from taking a default judgment against you...

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Three year old son hurt from an unsafe toy

I suggest you Google the toy and manufacturer first to see if there has been any recall of this products or similar complaints. You may also file...

You should contact the Attorney General's office, which may have enforcement authority under your State's consumer protection laws. Most States...