Denied unemployment because my former employer lied

I do not see a question in your post. However, if you have been denied unemployment, I suggest you appeal that decision and retain an attorney to...

Can you layoff someone 1-2 days before they are scheduled to be induced into labor?

Yes, you can be laid off or fired at any time. The real question is whether you can file a legal claim against your employer. In North Carolina,...

Regarding FMLA ... can my employer make me use FMLA if I am out of work due to an on the job injury and its workers comp ?

Yes, your employer can attribute time away from work for a serious health condition toward your 12 week per year allotment of FMLA leave. How can...

My boss is setting me up to be fired. What rights do I have??? Please help!!

If your employer intends to fire you, there is no way to stop that from happening. However, with careful planning, you may be able to put yourself...

Is a statement valid if both the employing party and the employed part have not signed the document?

Are we talking about a statement or a contract? Generally there is no need for every party to execute (sign) a contract for it to be enforceable. ...

My boss is requiring me to do company related activities off the clock. What can I do?

Although commuting time is generally non-compensable (don't have to pay you) under federal and state wage and hour laws, requiring an employee to...

When you change positions within a company with a higher pay grade should you be paid the higher rate the day you start the new

As long as you are being paid in accordance with Wage and Hour Law (minimum wage and overtime), then the employer is not legally required to give...

In North Carolina most employees can be fired "at-will" as long as the motive for the termination is not unlawful discrimination or unlawful...

Do I need an employment law attorney?

I agree with Attorney Puryear. The DOL is your best option as the amount at stake makes it unlikely that legal representation would be feasible.

I have been working overtime and have not been paid for it. How is that a retail manager is considered exempt?

In general, for a managerial employee to be considered exempt (i.e. not due overtime), the following conditions must be met: 1. Weekly pay of...