Questions answered by Michael Clyde Harman

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My lawyer kept avoiding giving me a court date so I went to the courts. He had cancelled a date without ever telling me about i

Michael's answer | Answered on February 11, 2014

I agree with the other attorneys. If mediation is scheduled, it is likely because it was ordered by the court. If so, your actual trial can't take...

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I have been denied benefits because of a disqualification. I am eligible for benefits though. Can I still win an appeal?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 11, 2014

You should appeal the determination denying your unemployment benefits. Once you do this, you will be granted an appeals hearing where you can...

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Can a lawyer help me?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 29, 2014

The timelines provided by the DES are strictly enforced, and unless you have a very compelling reason for appealing late, it won't make a...

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Are in-person unemployment appeal hearings (first-level) open to the public for observation?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 29, 2014

Mr. Hensel is right. Don't worry, you won't have an audience.

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Is eligible for benefits having received unused vacation days?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 29, 2014

Mr. Love is right. You will not receive unemployment for any period you received vacation and/or severance.

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I filed an unemployment claim on October 18, 2013, is there a time limit for them to make the initial determination?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 22, 2014

There's no time limitation that I am aware of, but typically they make their initial determination within a few weeks. Three months seems extreme,...

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I worked for a man with a contract in place, was not paid the amount. Can i sue w/o the signed contract?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 21, 2014

I agree with Mr. Love. Although there is possibly a claim here, it's hard to say for sure with so many variables unknown. I would recommend...

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How do I get a listing removed from my health care registry in efforts to continue my education to practice Clinical Counseling?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 21, 2014

When you initially receive notice that a finding of abuse/neglect is being entered on the HCPR, you have 30 days to appeal that decision by filing...

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What kind of lawyer do I need to appeal an unemployment denial and what is the normal fee.

Michael's answer | Answered on January 19, 2014

The other attorneys are right - you should find an employment lawyer; specifically one that handles unemployment appeals hearings. Although some...

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Can a phys. ed. teacher legally require students to exercise for 20 min. per day (including weekends) outside of school time?

Michael's answer | Answered on January 08, 2014

The other attorneys are right. There is nothing illegal happening here based on the facts you've included.

Michael Clyde Harman's Answers (163)

My lawyer kept avoiding giving me a court date so I went to the courts. He had cancelled a date without ever telling me about i

I have been denied benefits because of a disqualification. I am eligible for benefits though. Can I still win an appeal?

Can a lawyer help me?

Are in-person unemployment appeal hearings (first-level) open to the public for observation?

Is eligible for benefits having received unused vacation days?

I filed an unemployment claim on October 18, 2013, is there a time limit for them to make the initial determination?

I worked for a man with a contract in place, was not paid the amount. Can i sue w/o the signed contract?

How do I get a listing removed from my health care registry in efforts to continue my education to practice Clinical Counseling?

What kind of lawyer do I need to appeal an unemployment denial and what is the normal fee.

Can a phys. ed. teacher legally require students to exercise for 20 min. per day (including weekends) outside of school time?