Questions answered by Richard Bernard Celler

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Under FMLA a new position must be equivalent to the former for a returning employee but what about the prestige of the position?

Richard's answer | Answered on February 04, 2016

The cases are really split on this issue. I certainly would argue that it is not a like position in that you are being penalized for taking leave....

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If on FMLA (surgery and recoup period less than 6 weeks), can your employer change your job duties, position description, title

Richard's answer | Answered on February 03, 2016

This is absolutely illegal. Contact a Florida Fmla lawyer.

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Does an employer in the state of Florida have to pay overtime to their employees that work over 40 hours a week.

Richard's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

Hi there. Generally, the answer is that employers have to pay overtime. There are some exceptions, however, that need to be examined in more...

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Can my employer cut my hours upon my return from maternity leave?

Richard's answer | Answered on February 02, 2016

Hi there. If you were on covered Fmla leave, this is a legal. Contact a lawyer ASAP to protect yourself.

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can that company trick me into having a meeting with their lawyer and ask me questions without notifing me first if still emplo

Richard's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

This sounds highly illegal. You should research and speak to an experienced FMLA lawyer to discuss your options.

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How to protect myself and income when management is engaged in and requiring illegal labor practices

Richard's answer | Answered on January 28, 2016

Hi there. Unfortunately, this is all too common in the restaurant industry. The best advice I can give you is to document this either in email or...

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Do I have a case for labor laws violations, sexual harassment & wages for leaving due to hostile environment?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

Sounds like a violation. You need to contact a Florida Overtime Lawyer. Whether overtime is approved or not, if your employer knows, or has...

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Do i have recourse?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

Hi there. I agree with my colleagues. Florida is a terrible state for employees. Absent an employment agreement or some discrimination based on...

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Can you help me receive my 16000 bonus plus back wages also I feel that I was in a hostile work environment Please help

Richard's answer | Answered on January 14, 2016

I agree with the other lawyers. You may have an FLSA claim, an unpaid wages/breach of contract case, and/or a whistleblower claim. Contact a...

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Will I be able to sue them ?

Richard's answer | Answered on January 12, 2016

Hi there. I would need to know a few more facts such as the size of the employer and what involvement you had in the altercation. But, assuming you...

Richard Bernard Celler's Answers (157)

Under FMLA a new position must be equivalent to the former for a returning employee but what about the prestige of the position?

If on FMLA (surgery and recoup period less than 6 weeks), can your employer change your job duties, position description, title

Does an employer in the state of Florida have to pay overtime to their employees that work over 40 hours a week.

Can my employer cut my hours upon my return from maternity leave?

can that company trick me into having a meeting with their lawyer and ask me questions without notifing me first if still emplo

How to protect myself and income when management is engaged in and requiring illegal labor practices

Do I have a case for labor laws violations, sexual harassment & wages for leaving due to hostile environment?

Do i have recourse?

Can you help me receive my 16000 bonus plus back wages also I feel that I was in a hostile work environment Please help

Will I be able to sue them ?