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Is it legal for my employee to terminate me from work for no reason after returning to work from workman's comp 2 days later?
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Answered on October 25, 2013
North Carolina is at at-will employment state which means you can be fired at any time for any reason; good reason, bad reason or no reason at all....
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My boss grab me, spun me around and pushed me toward a customer. what to do?
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Answered on October 18, 2013
Poor treatment in the workplace is generally not unlawful and therefore legal action cannot be taken in most cases. However, if the treatment is...
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Do i need a lawyer for an over the phone hearing on my unemployment benefits?
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Answered on October 15, 2013
The unemployment appeal hearing is very similar to a hearing in a state court. There will be direct testimony, cross examination, evidence offered,...
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Can i quit my job?
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Answered on October 15, 2013
Yes, you can quit. However, the issue is whether your current employer will be able to collect the damages from you. It will depend on what the...
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Do I need a lawyer for an unemployment appeal even if I'm not still getting the unemployment?
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Answered on October 13, 2013
The unemployment appeal hearing is very similar to a hearing in a state court. There will be direct testimony, cross examination, evidence...
I was fired after having a heart attack but upon return told while I was out I received a complaint. Do I need a lawyer?
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Answered on October 12, 2013
Yes. Consult with an experienced employment attorney as soon as possible. You want to get advice about your unemployment appeal rights and possible...
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My supervisor said that I perceive things wrong because of my ethical background and up bringing. Is this a derogatory comment?
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Answered on October 09, 2013
It may be a derogatory comment, but it is not unlawful. Unfortunately, being rude or hateful is not unlawful either.
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MY SON WORK AT A VOCATIONAL PLACE.THE SUPERVISOR YELLS CUSSES AND BELITTLES THE WORKERS IS THERE ANYTHING THAT CAN BE DONE
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Answered on October 09, 2013
Unfortunately, this type of conduct by itself not a violation of the law. In general, harassment is unlawful only if the conduct is directed...
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Terminated for Medical Reasons
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Answered on October 09, 2013
At-will means that you can be terminated at any time for any reason; good reason, bad reason or no reason at all. In fact, you can be terminated...
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Can my daughter fight this?
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Answered on October 09, 2013
Pregnancy is not a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act so the employer is not required to accommodate your daughter in most...