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Can I sue her for withholding my earnings based on suspicions? Should I fight this? ( I did not take the money )
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Answered on December 04, 2015
If you didn't steal the money you have nothing to worry about. It is all very hokey. I would not be intimidated by this wage thief and sue.
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I work for an employment agency for 46 hours this week. Am I entitled to OT?
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Answered on November 13, 2015
It depends on whether some or all of the time has been spent performing work that is exempt from overtime. Definitely talk with an employment...
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Can an employer not pay last pay check for quitting?
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Answered on November 06, 2015
No your employer cannot pay you your last pay check because you quit, even if you quit with no notice.
You may be able to recover your unused...
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Employer Changed Written Wages. Isn't this a Breach of Contract?
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Answered on September 28, 2015
Have you asked them to correct the mistake and shown them the offer letter? That's the qiuickest and easiest way to fix, assuming the employer is...
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In the state of maryland am i required to take a 30 minute lunch break, if i choose not to take it?
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Answered on September 15, 2015
There is no law that requires you to take a lunch, but your employer can fire you if you do not. Your employer is likely trying to avoid paying...
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Can an employer in Maryland withhold your final check?
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Answered on August 21, 2015
No it is not legal. And it is not enforceable. If they withhold, contact a wage/hour lawyer. Beware of other abuses from this employer....
I received an employee advance from my employer, and later was fired. Can my employer sue me for the remainder of the advance?
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Answered on August 11, 2015
I agree with the other answering attorney, but you should talk to an attorney to determine whether you are owed any unpaid overtime, etc. Many...
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Is it legal for an employer to deduct breaks from your pay if you aren't taking one?
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Answered on August 10, 2015
In a word, no. They must pay you for your hours worked. A common violation is taking automatic deductions for breaks which has the effect of...
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Should my pay rate fluctuates every pay?
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Answered on July 25, 2015
If an employer constantly fluctuates the regular rate up and down, it may be a scam to underpay overtime. You should talk with a lawyer who is...
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I came back from vacation and my boss informed me that I was no longer a dispatcher but had a different job. Can they do this?
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Answered on July 21, 2015
First, you may have a claim for unpaid overtime - I had a similar dispatcher case a number of years ago and many employers wrongly think that they...