It depends literally on the wording of the policy and, in rare instances, some nuanced legal issues. We have fought insurance companies in drug...

Is this a type of discrimination or unfair treatment from an employer?

Sounds like you are getting treated differently. The question is whether it is for an illegal reason. Are you new? (not illegal) Are you...

You also may need to give notice immediately in a death case to the governmental unit of a possible suit in writing. This can be avoided by actual...

Can we sue a photographer for an extra payment for a wedding when the services were not rendered?

Depends on what the agreement says. But if no agreement, it depends on what you represented to each other, if anything. I think its worth looking...

If one believe he/she will absolutely lose a case in front of a specific judge then will it be wise or foolish to:

Can't see a circumstance where this is a good strategy.

Non-Compete

This may be covered by your non-compete. It is a fairly standard provision. Better have your agreement reviewed by an employment agreement.

If my employer is unlawfully preventing me from receiving unemployment, does that allow me to receive additional compensation?

No. Not for lying or deceit. (I would have more work than I could shake a stick at!) If they are dishonest, with good legal representation, you...

Between rock & hard place. I need a lawyer but don't know what to ask for or who will do it. Strictly biz for me at this point.

It is very likely, ex ante, it is unlikely that anything can be done successfully. The time to get a lawyer was before the lower court made a...

Sorry for your loss. Unfortunately, under the only applicable law, the Family and Medical Leave Act, you only get to take time off for a son,...

How do i apply for short term disability.

Ask your employer if its has short term disability for you. You may not have it if because you are new and appear not to have even started a new...