Questions answered by J Thomas Spiggle

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I keep getting harassed at work from the same group of people. I've brought this issue to management. Can I sue?

J's answer | Answered on September 19, 2013

I agree with Susan. Talk to an attorney about this. Try the attorney locator function at www.mwela.com. Good luck!

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Non compete clause in my contract forbids me from working for any other employers for 12 months, is that a usual duration?

J's answer | Answered on September 16, 2013

Twelve months is not abnormal, but a non-compete disallowing you from working with any employer is. Law on non-competes varies from state to...

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Can I request a claim directly from an employer if they terminate me illegally?

J's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

Absolutely. But worth running it by a lawyer before you do, if only to get a sense of what your claim is worth. If you reach agreement, you...

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I have never been paid overtime in the three years I have worked more than 80 hours. Can I still file a claim and request

J's answer | Answered on September 08, 2013

Yes, you can file a claim, but you should do so quickly. The statute of limitations for a Fair Labor Standard Act claim (FLSA) , which is what...

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Should I send again or just wait it out ? Should I also contact eeoc

J's answer | Answered on September 08, 2013

Good for you for emailing VP of HR about this. Doing so gives you some protection under the law if they now try to take action against you. That...

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When should i inform my employer if i inform employer about maternity before joining or after joining.

J's answer | Answered on September 05, 2013

If your employer has 15 or more employees, then it is covered by the Pregnancy Discrimination Act and cannot legally withdraw your offer or fire...

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My question is related to an employment offer. What options do I have if I wish to break away from the employment agreement?

J's answer | Answered on September 04, 2013

Wow, I agree that this is a tough one. On the face of what you presented, there is no obvious way out from this provision, unless you can argue...

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Does recent Emergency medical leave of < 5 days preclude the employee from the Company's set holidays for the future- ?

J's answer | Answered on September 03, 2013

If your employer has 15 or more employees, then it is covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and you may have some protection under...

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Is there an attorney in the DC area that will be willing to take an employment discrimination case on a contingency basis?

J's answer | Answered on September 03, 2013

I suggest looking at the lawyer locator function at www.mwela.org - this is an association of attorneys that represent employees. If you contact...

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Employer stalled FMLA leave and tried to keep me from taking it...do I have a case against the company?

J's answer | Answered on August 31, 2013

This certainly sounds like impermissible interference under the FMLA. Question is what damages you are entitled to, as the FMLA does not provide...

J Thomas Spiggle's Answers (36)

I keep getting harassed at work from the same group of people. I've brought this issue to management. Can I sue?

Non compete clause in my contract forbids me from working for any other employers for 12 months, is that a usual duration?

Can I request a claim directly from an employer if they terminate me illegally?

I have never been paid overtime in the three years I have worked more than 80 hours. Can I still file a claim and request

Should I send again or just wait it out ? Should I also contact eeoc

When should i inform my employer if i inform employer about maternity before joining or after joining.

My question is related to an employment offer. What options do I have if I wish to break away from the employment agreement?

Does recent Emergency medical leave of < 5 days preclude the employee from the Company's set holidays for the future- ?

Is there an attorney in the DC area that will be willing to take an employment discrimination case on a contingency basis?

Employer stalled FMLA leave and tried to keep me from taking it...do I have a case against the company?