I am faced with having to sign a contract that is a conflict of interest or lose my job. Is that legal ?

You cannot be forced to sign away your FLSA rights. If you have any questions about this, I will be happy to answer any of your questions.

Employer won't pay me overtime but deducts when I don't work exactly 40 hours. Is this legal??

I'm sorry to hear you are having wage issues. The issue in determining whether you are owed wages is whether you a exempt or non-exempt employee. ...

You can request a continuance, but you may not get it. If you intend on changing counsel, I would do it before the hearing.

I was sexually harassed by a County Sheriff about 1 month ago. Can I sue the dept in a civil case?

It sounds like you may have a case. I would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Good luck.

Can I sue and would it be worth the time to sue?

I concur with my colleagues. Call an employment attorney and go over the facts with them. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Good...

I have been working for this company for over 18 years without my overtime dues paid to me. When I asked for it, I was told that

The overtime laws require that overtime be paid if you are a non-exempt employee. Contact an attorney to determine whether you are an non-exempt...

Do I need an attorney to help get my overtime pay that was not paid from an employer?

As long as you are not exempt, you may have a good overtime claim. The statute allows you to recover up to double your wages and attorneys' fees,...

Can a warrant prevent me from getting a job?

An employer may consider your criminal record in determining whether to hire you. I suggest you take care of the criminal charge immediately. Good...

If a person is the principal person in a lawsuit and wants the division of the award divided differently can it?

You have not provided enough information for a lawyer to advise you. Resubmit your question with more facts or contact an attorney to speak with...

Is a non compete enforceable if my employers handbook says it is to be signed prior to the first day and I signed 4 months later

The non-compete is probably not invalid just because it was signed after you began employment because continued employment in an at will situation...