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Wrongfully terminated from employment . I have filed a discrimination complaint with the EEOC. They want to remediate

Merritt's answer | Answered on February 03, 2015

You should consider mediation. You should consider having attorney attend with you. Contact a local employment law attorney to assist you.

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I would like to get a lawyer advice related to a "Separation Agreement and General release of all claims"

Merritt's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

As discussed by other attorneys here, you need employment law attorney. There are a few things you should consider: (1) do you believe you are...

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W2 but no pay

Merritt's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

You should send demand to you employer. Provide the employer a copy of 40.1-29 -- which states, in relevant part: "Upon termination of employment...

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Can recover unpaid wages from a previous employer?

Merritt's answer | Answered on January 14, 2015

You should contact attorney to discuss details. You state that you were "hired as a consultant" but that the company was your "employer." If he...

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“A number of employees in a company that builds cell towers were changed from salary to hourly employees.

Merritt's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

Check with a local employment law attorney.

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My final two paychecks were stopped due to return of equipment which was sent back. Virginia labor code 40.1-29

Merritt's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

You correctly quote VA Code 40.1-29. Send a demand letter (with quote to code section). If they don't promptly pay, contact VA Department of...

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I am a salary paid employee, my boss is forcing all employees to switch to 1099 by the end of the year, is this legal?

Merritt's answer | Answered on December 10, 2014

There is 3 Factor IRS test to determine whether someone is a 1099 independent contractor or W-2 employee. It basically boils down to whether the...

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A contract with a government body has been novated to another party. the contract is up for renewal. who signs the renewal of

Merritt's answer | Answered on December 03, 2014

This is a specialized area of the law -- discuss with a government contracts attorney.

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Changed terms of employment after 8 years from what was stated in the offer letter

Merritt's answer | Answered on December 02, 2014

First, that Virginia is "right to work" state is completely irrelevant. The right to work laws deal with compulsory union membership. . . . That...

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What to do if scheduled vacation prior to company hire is disapproved.

Merritt's answer | Answered on November 20, 2014

You likely are an at-will employee, which means that you or employer can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause. ...

Merritt J Green's Answers (222)

Wrongfully terminated from employment . I have filed a discrimination complaint with the EEOC. They want to remediate

I would like to get a lawyer advice related to a "Separation Agreement and General release of all claims"

W2 but no pay

Can recover unpaid wages from a previous employer?

“A number of employees in a company that builds cell towers were changed from salary to hourly employees.

My final two paychecks were stopped due to return of equipment which was sent back. Virginia labor code 40.1-29

I am a salary paid employee, my boss is forcing all employees to switch to 1099 by the end of the year, is this legal?

A contract with a government body has been novated to another party. the contract is up for renewal. who signs the renewal of

Changed terms of employment after 8 years from what was stated in the offer letter

What to do if scheduled vacation prior to company hire is disapproved.