I am wondering if I have a chance to win my unemployment appeals hearing on Wednesday. I have been receiving benefits.

Unforutnately, I think you will be found to be insubordinate due to dishonesty about cash control policies.

I am a Triage Registered Nurse, I work 16 hours Monday through Friday and 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Yes. It appears that this schedule requires you to work only 40 hours per pay period and that you are not working any overtime. There is a law in...

I got hurt on the job injuring my shoulder did therapy got surgry done. went back to work now im in more pain out again

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, your employer is required to provide you with "reasonable accommodation." The ADA applies to employers...

What is, if any, the benefit of going to a magistrate judge rather then a district judge?

It is impossible to answer this question because the decision whether to settle or proceed with litigation is a very nuanced question that depends...

I have some questions on labor laws in Pennsylvania.

You have a viable unemployment compensation claim if you did not violate a rule or cause the termination due to your own fault. If you are a union...

Can you be fired in the state of Pennsylvania for unethical behavior on the job? I'm using my state for a question in project.

Mr. Ezold’s answer is “spot on.” I would add, however, that one who is fired for unethical conduct is likely eligible for unemployment compensation...

I am just getting back to work after surgery and I was told I will need additional surgery in a couple of months.

I will assume that the need for surgery is for a condition that is independent of work. If the condition is work related and WC laws apply, the...

Is it legal for an employer to terminate an employee without bringing it to the attention of the employee?

There is no legally required notice with regard to termination. It is conceivable that you could be laid off, and then simply not called back....

Was i wrongfully terminated after informing my employer that i was diagnosed with chronic rheumatoid arthritis

These facts suggest thta you have been subject to an adverse employment action becasue of either a perception that you were disabled or a refusual...

Disability retirement programs are determined according to their own definition of disability and their own procedures. The definition and...