IS IT LEGAL FOR AN EMPLOYER TO TAKE MONEY OUT OF YOUR WAGES WITHOUT PERMISSION FOR ANY REASON

In general, it is unlawful for an employer to deduct any amount from your wages without your specific authorization. I am including a link to the...

Random tests, even if "no one is acting erractic or giving signs of drug use" are legal in North Carolina. In fact, it certainly sounds as if the...

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Does an employer have the right to withhold employees personnel file or copies of it upon termination?

Yes your employer can withhold the file unless you work for the government. Personnel files are considered property of the employer in North...

My lead worker told me I was going to be laid off, Im a temporary worker, then on Monday told others that I got another job ..

I am not sure that I follow what you said. I think that you are saying you were terminated and that the boss told you it was a lay off. After you...

Was I a victim of wrongful termination?

This question cannot be answered in this forum because of the complexity of the legal and factual analysis. However, even if you are an employee...

Rights after retaliation by Managers for calling HR

There is no general protection from retaliation for complaints in North Carolina. There are a few types of complaints that are protected such as...

Can my employer hold the time against me?

I agree with Attorney Foster. FMLA protects you from termination when you need time off from work for a serious health condition. Short Term...

What rights do I have if my employer just fired me for something I did not do

You have very few if you are talking about a lawsuit or other legal claim. North Carolina is an employment-at-will state and your employer can...

I have been being harrassed by a costumer at work, this person has touched me and said things that make me very uncomfortable

It may be tough to find a lawyer to represent you if you want to sue the customer. The reason is that a person generally has limited funds to pay...

Will I win my unemployment benefits appeal?

Based on what you said, I am guessing that you were originally denied benefits by the adjudicator and you are having to appeal the decision. I see...