My current employer is trying to fire me, can I still collect unemployment?

If they fire you, they have to prove "wilful misconduct" to disqualify you from UC benefits. It would be difficult for them to prove "wilful...

Ok so i have finally won my SSD case and was awarded my back pay minus the attorney fees,

My colleagues have all given accurate advice. A "wrinkle" or cutting edge issue that has not been resolved in the Third Circuit (covering PA...

If your employer requests you see a dr for an evaluation to confirm a back injury, who should pay the costs? Me or employer?

Section 306(f) of the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act provides that your employer must pay for all work related medical care. If your...

Can the attorney representing the Claimant file a Penalty Petition for attorney fees?

Yes. The employer and carrier are in violation of the WCJ's Order if not paid within 30 days of the circulation date. The deadline for payment is...

It is my firm' policy to make and retain photocopies of every settlement check we receive, not becasue we are required to do so, but becasue we,...

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You can object to the IME being too far, but the IC can respond to your objection by offering transportation. It will depend on the judge whether...

Is my employer allowed to take 30 minutes each day out of my paycheck for lunch when my partner and I do not stop for lunch?

No. I suggest you call the contact an employment lawyer in your area or the Wage & Hour Division of the Departemnt of Labor & Industry.

Illegal to lower an employee's wages w/o written notification? Are subcontractors required to pay prevailing wage to employees?

If you are working a prevailing rate job for a government entity, then your employer has to pay you prevailing rate. There is a complaint form on...

Do i have a lawsuit against the union company i worked for and labratory they go through for workmen compensation urine testing?

This is not a workers' comp question. Resubmit it under "employment law" tag to get an answer from lawyers best suited to address your question.

Should I consult a disability lawyer

At this stage, you should definitely hire a lawyer. You will have to have a hearing before a judge. SS lawyers work on a contingent fee system. We...