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Is terminating an employee employment for not signing a Mutual Arbitration Agreement an action of retaliation?
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Answered on September 29, 2019
In Maryland, an employer cannot force you to sign an arbitration agreement that includes a requirement that you arbitrate sexual harassment claims....
What can I do about an employer who refuses to pay me?
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Answered on September 07, 2019
I agree with the prior answer, but would add that you should not try to sue them on your own, and pursuing a case in District Court may be quick...
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Can my boss take money out of my paycheck for hours already worked?
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Answered on September 07, 2019
In a word, "NO."
You should talk to an attorney if that impacted or lessened your right to overtime. You should keep a record of these "hours...
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Can my employer force me into maternity leave, because they claim they cannot accommodate my doctor's orders?
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Answered on September 07, 2019
Given your fact pattern, this would appear to violate Maryland law and potentially federal law. You should contact an experienced attorney willing...
Can the owner of a restaurant collect tips on the tip pool if she is working?
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Answered on September 04, 2019
None of this is legal - you can look up the case Gionfriddo v. Jason Zink and there, the owner violated the tip pool when he indisputably shared in...
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How long can a Virginia employer keep someone working as a temporary worker?
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Answered on September 03, 2019
Could this be a pretext for unlawful discrimination? For example, are you a female and the "permanent" worker a male? Just keeping someone on as...
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Is it legal for an employer to not pay a signing bonus?
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Answered on August 28, 2019
You probably have an "integration" clause in your employment contract that would prohibit you from claiming a promised bonus that is outside of the...
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Can I sue my former employer for being threatened with bodily harm from my manager?
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Answered on August 28, 2019
Yes, I think that sounds like racial harassment and a pretty serious event. I am betting that you have a duty to report the event to management -...
How can I receive payment from a company that refuses to pay my wage?
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Answered on July 25, 2019
Do you know when you were scheduled and/or worked? Do you know how much you are owed? Do you have any schedules? What about co-worker...
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Does my former company have the right to my work (100% commission) after I leave that I have NOT been compensated for?
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Answered on July 25, 2019
Were you classified as an employee? I think a lawyer would have to review this agreement and get a better description of the facts. Are you...