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How should I proceed once I get a right to sue letter from EEOC ?

Howard's answer | Answered on October 09, 2014

You need to understand the reason why the employer is refusing to settle. If the EEOC found probable or reasonable cause to believe the ADA was...

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Summary statement: Former employer not paying commissions owed.

Howard's answer | Answered on October 07, 2014

This is an issue arising under the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law (MWPCL). If the MWPCL was violated, you may receive up to three times...

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Former employer is withholding my pay.

Howard's answer | Answered on September 26, 2014

Even if you are at fault, this is very likely a violation of the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law and likely the Federal Fair Labor...

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Do H1B FTE (non-exempt) need to be paid 40hrs even if they work less for the week because of low case load?

Howard's answer | Answered on September 16, 2014

You must be paid in accordance with the labor condition application, and you may not be "benched." You must also be paid the "prevailing wage." ...

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I Did a Commercial Tile Job payment was issued as a JOINT CHECK but signature got Forged and I never got paid.

Howard's answer | Answered on September 09, 2014

You should not automatically accept the notion that you were a subcontractor. I would want to know more about this situation before providing any...

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Is it legal to withhold half of an employees bonus that is stated in the contract signed?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 21, 2014

You need to talk with an attorney who can review your contract and discuss this situation. You should be able to find an attorney licensed in DC...

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My Husband is on H1B and his previous employer with hold pay for 3mnths & not responding any calls/emails.wat can v do abt this?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 11, 2014

Contact an attorney who understands both wage/hour law as well as employment immigration law. There is naturally ways to pursue the lost wages. ...

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How binding is a Non-Compete cause in the state of Maryland when I was terminated without ever being verbally/written up?

Howard's answer | Answered on August 06, 2014

You cannot get free advice on AVVO that is worth much - the old adage of "you get what you pay for" is very true. That said, you need to contact a...

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Can an ER combine my pay, meaning I was working a full time position and a part time and didn't want the part time anymore

Howard's answer | Answered on August 04, 2014

This is a class wage/hour violation, designed to avoid paying you overtime. You may be owed thousands of dollars and damages and not even know it....

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My boss owes me 2 wks wages what can I do to get it

Howard's answer | Answered on July 25, 2014

Hire a lawyer who is experienced and competent in cases under the Maryland Wage Payment and Collection Law.

Howard Benjamin Hoffman's Answers (544)

How should I proceed once I get a right to sue letter from EEOC ?

Summary statement: Former employer not paying commissions owed.

Former employer is withholding my pay.

Do H1B FTE (non-exempt) need to be paid 40hrs even if they work less for the week because of low case load?

I Did a Commercial Tile Job payment was issued as a JOINT CHECK but signature got Forged and I never got paid.

Is it legal to withhold half of an employees bonus that is stated in the contract signed?

My Husband is on H1B and his previous employer with hold pay for 3mnths & not responding any calls/emails.wat can v do abt this?

How binding is a Non-Compete cause in the state of Maryland when I was terminated without ever being verbally/written up?

Can an ER combine my pay, meaning I was working a full time position and a part time and didn't want the part time anymore

My boss owes me 2 wks wages what can I do to get it