Questions answered by Merritt J Green

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In the state of Virginia the following incident occurred. Can the employer do this?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 19, 2013

This is not really a legal question. Unless there is hostile work environment or some other possible discrimination -- which does not appear to be...

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Would a ministry intern working in the ministry at a church part time be an exempt employee in Virginia?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 17, 2013

Determining whether someone is exempt/non-exempt employee as defined by the Fair Labor Standards Act is a fact specific question. To qualify as...

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Business contract review with possible non compete agreement

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 16, 2013

You need to have an attorney review the business documents. Contact us if we can be of assistance.

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How can I determine the distribution of physical assets when dissolving a 3-partner LLC?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 16, 2013

From your facts, it appears that the URL was "contributed" to the LLC -- it was a capital contribution from her to the business. If your LLC has...

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As employees, can we do anything about intolerable heat in our Dollar General store?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 16, 2013

If you and your colleagues join together to protest the heat of the store -- perhaps a 30 minute work stoppage -- this will be considered concerted...

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What can I do about my employer/owner being drunk on the job and berating me in public?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 14, 2013

There is not much you can do except quit your job. As indicated by Susan, there is chance you could claim rights protected by National Labor...

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In Virginia, can I get unemployment benefits if I submit a resignation letter?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 14, 2013

Susan's answer is correct. Generally speaking, when an employee resigns employment, they do not qualify for unemployment. But, if you are told...

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Is it unlawful for an employer to refuse an interview to their own employee for a higher position?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 14, 2013

I agree with Susan's answer. Your employer has absolutely no duty to interview you for a position. However, if you can show that they are not...

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I was suspended with pay on 7/3, called at home. I scheduled employees to work the 4th of July weekend.

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 14, 2013

I have to agree with Susan's answer. You are at -will employee. Facts that you provided do not provide any evidence of discrimination or grounds...

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Can my employer dock my paycheck of travel costs directly related to a training class they told me was mandatory?

Merritt's answer | Answered on July 12, 2013

Here is 40.1-29(c) of the Virginia Code: "No employer shall withhold any part of the wages or salaries of any employee except for payroll, wage or...

Merritt J Green's Answers (222)

In the state of Virginia the following incident occurred. Can the employer do this?

Would a ministry intern working in the ministry at a church part time be an exempt employee in Virginia?

Business contract review with possible non compete agreement

How can I determine the distribution of physical assets when dissolving a 3-partner LLC?

As employees, can we do anything about intolerable heat in our Dollar General store?

What can I do about my employer/owner being drunk on the job and berating me in public?

In Virginia, can I get unemployment benefits if I submit a resignation letter?

Is it unlawful for an employer to refuse an interview to their own employee for a higher position?

I was suspended with pay on 7/3, called at home. I scheduled employees to work the 4th of July weekend.

Can my employer dock my paycheck of travel costs directly related to a training class they told me was mandatory?