Questions answered by Leizer Z Goldsmith

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Laid Off While on Maternity Leave

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 16, 2009

Do you know if you meet the baseline requirements for Family & Medical Leave? I don't know all the facts here, but employers frequently do this...

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Wrongful termination

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 16, 2009

This is a complex situation that you need to handle carefully and with the advice of counsel. Definitely meet with a lawyer on this one before you...

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I was hired by new employer who layed me off after 2mo. Can i collect benefits from old employer..i worked for 20 yrs?

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 16, 2009

Generally, you can expect that unemployment benefits would be available to you. Go ahead and file in your state.

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Can an employer send out a corporate email stating the reason an employee resigned?

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 16, 2009

There's nothing unlawful about sending such a letter. If the information is false, however, that could be another matter, though.

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Can an employer send out a corporate email stating the reason an employee resigned?

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 16, 2009

There's nothing unlawful about sending such a letter. If the information is false, however, that could be another matter, though.

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I need help. I've been sexually harrassed by my employer and constructive discharge. I reported them to Human Relations.

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 14, 2009

The legal process needs to begin at the Prince George's County Human Relations Commission, but I highly recommend that you contact counsel with...

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I am being separated from a job with the peace corps

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 14, 2009

You will need to explain why they say they are doing this and what your objection is to it.

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Does my job title and duties allow me to be classified as salaried employee?

Leizer's answer | Answered on October 01, 2009

It is generally forbidden under the Fair Labor Standards Act to both dock your pay based on the exact hours you work, and at the same time, treat...

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Do I have a case about hiring discrimination where I am the obvious best match for the job?

Leizer's answer | Answered on September 25, 2009

You might have a good argument here. You should talk this over with an employment lawyer in your area, soon.

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Should I consult/retain an attorney after receiving a Right to Sue Letter even if the investigation hasn't been completed?

Leizer's answer | Answered on September 25, 2009

Yes! Find an employment lawyer in your area!

Leizer Z Goldsmith's Answers (350)

Laid Off While on Maternity Leave

Wrongful termination

I was hired by new employer who layed me off after 2mo. Can i collect benefits from old employer..i worked for 20 yrs?

Can an employer send out a corporate email stating the reason an employee resigned?

Can an employer send out a corporate email stating the reason an employee resigned?

I need help. I've been sexually harrassed by my employer and constructive discharge. I reported them to Human Relations.

I am being separated from a job with the peace corps

Does my job title and duties allow me to be classified as salaried employee?

Do I have a case about hiring discrimination where I am the obvious best match for the job?

Should I consult/retain an attorney after receiving a Right to Sue Letter even if the investigation hasn't been completed?