Does this Qualify as retaliation? Worked same shift for 9 years until filing claim and making fearful remarks to co-workers.

Dear Forest City, AR: More facts need to be developed with an attorney who can the apply the law. But generally, as you clearly recognize, the...

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I reported my employer for unpaid overtime to the labor comission he in turn fired me accusing me of theft

Dear Clearfield, Utah: It sounds as if your employer may be in violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act, a federal law. More facts need to be...

Can an employer use your FLMA against you when you return to work?

Dear Marengo, IL: All of the facts would have to be evaluated before a proper legal analysis can be made. However, generally under the Family...

Dear fellow DCer: Generally speaking, for an employee whose employer is required to provide FMLA leave, upon receiving notice requesting leave...

Can job selections be based solely on the interview?

I am very sorry about your situation. Depending on the particular facts, you could consider whether your federal employer violated the federal...

How much do I ask for?

Dear Milwaukee: I am sorry for your situation. As to your question, it is difficult to assess what an claimant should request as compensation for...

Am I entitled to the fee that I accepted an assignment at if that fee is lowered without notice after the assignment is complete

Dear Referee: It is unclear from the facts you describe the exact nature of your relationship with the entity for which you provide referee...

I received a phone call today at work threatening me with court about wire fraud. The issue would be resolved with a payment

Dear Questioner: This indeed sounds very very suspicious. As a general rule, don't give out your credit card account number over the phone...

Interesting question. There is case law challenging such policies as discriminatory against women on the grounds that male height restrictions are...

I was recently terminated from my employer for what i believe is a wrongful termination

Dear Questioner: If there was fraud against the federal or state government, there could be a False Claims Act cause of action. An attorney...