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Up 4 Mediation for a discrimination case against an edu. inst, . I wanted to get resources about possible damages under DC Law.

Leizer's answer | Answered on April 24, 2015

Please indicate what laws you allege to have been broken, and provide a brief synopsis of the facts of the case. Also state what court or other...

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Can I be discriminated against for having a medical condition in which I cannot lift over 15lbs? Have 2 doctors notes.

Leizer's answer | Answered on April 08, 2015

What is your opinion as to why they allowed the other employee the accommodation but not you? Also, do you believe that the fact that they...

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After your settlement agreement for mediation and not receiving your settlement can you go back with an lawyer to settle higher.

Leizer's answer | Answered on April 08, 2015

Your question is unclear. Did you agree to settle and employer failed to comply with agreement? did you just go to a mediation and not agree to...

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Is it illegal for my employer in Virginia to demote me while I was on sick leave, breaching my employment contract?

Leizer's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

Since you used the word "retaliation", it looks like you may believe this was done because you went out on leave. Accordingly, the Family &...

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Should I pay the settlement fee or take the case to court?

Leizer's answer | Answered on February 09, 2015

I agree that this cannot be addressed in this forum, as there aren't nearly enough facts on the table. Under the circumstances, you really need to...

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Are there ANY local employment lawyers who don't charge up front?

Leizer's answer | Answered on February 09, 2015

There are a variety of different arrangements that employment lawyers make. Don't give up just because a couple are requiring more cash than you...

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Subject to PIP with unreasonable objectives, no help, singled out, I have proof of sabotage, i have till the 31st what can I do?

Leizer's answer | Answered on December 17, 2014

You need to confer with qualified plaintiff's employment counsel. These kinds of complex scenarios are very difficult to navigate on your own. ...

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I feel that I am being discriminated at work due to my recently diagnosed early Parkinson's Disease.

Leizer's answer | Answered on December 01, 2014

This is a tricky area and you should engage counsel for a full consultation. You have a right to reasonable accommodation, but the problem is that...

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Wrongful termination due to an illness

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

This situation could implicate either the Americans With Disabilities Act, the Family & Medical Leave Act, or both. These laws do not apply to all...

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Is it right for my employer to tell me I can not do a job I have been doing for 5 + years because I am blind in one eye

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

ADAAA cases in which the employer lives comfortably with the disability, but then suddenly revokes it with no apparent change, have good potential...

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Up 4 Mediation for a discrimination case against an edu. inst, . I wanted to get resources about possible damages under DC Law.

Can I be discriminated against for having a medical condition in which I cannot lift over 15lbs? Have 2 doctors notes.

After your settlement agreement for mediation and not receiving your settlement can you go back with an lawyer to settle higher.

Is it illegal for my employer in Virginia to demote me while I was on sick leave, breaching my employment contract?

Should I pay the settlement fee or take the case to court?

Are there ANY local employment lawyers who don't charge up front?

Subject to PIP with unreasonable objectives, no help, singled out, I have proof of sabotage, i have till the 31st what can I do?

I feel that I am being discriminated at work due to my recently diagnosed early Parkinson's Disease.

Wrongful termination due to an illness

Is it right for my employer to tell me I can not do a job I have been doing for 5 + years because I am blind in one eye