First, you or your attorney will need to demonstrate that the proper and necessary papers were served. Then, the hearing should go forward, but of...

Retain the lawyer who presided over our mediation one year ago.

Most states would prohibit a mediator from subsequently representing one of the parties in a mediation. As mentioned, confidential information is...

1099 or W-2? Never worked as a 1099 employee before and I think my employer is making some serious errors in reporting.

Whether or not you should be considered a 1099 or a W-2 worker depends on a fact-intensive inquiry. If you are truly an independent contractor,...

If your employer is violating the written terms of the contract, then he is in breach, and he has no right to withhold commissions. Many states...

Overtime being taken away for an absence

Federal and state laws provide for overtime compensation for all hours above 40 hours per week. So generally, the practice you describe would not...