Questions answered by Scott M. Behren

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Want to move out the right way landlords have never fixed anything right including airconditioner and mold can i break lease

Scott's answer | Answered on August 03, 2010

Break the lease. If the landlord tries to come after you for unpaid rent, speak to a lawyer about defending based upon his failure to maintain the...

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If I have an email stating the agreement to sell me a pup and the women(breeder) goes back on her word. Do I have a legal issue

Scott's answer | Answered on August 03, 2010

You probably have a legally enforceable contract or you might be able to seek specific performance since the dog is unique. YOu could have a...

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What are Florida Laws regarding salaried employees and half work day.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 03, 2010

If you are a true exempt salaried employee you should not be getting docked for the most part. You may not however be a true exempt salaried...

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Does my employer have to accept a doctors not for orthodic shoes?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 03, 2010

In all likelihood you would be covered by the ADA or Florida Civil Rights Act. I would contact Human Resources and tell them that you are seeking...

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I gave up my home to move in with my boyfriend on July 1st after much convincing on his part.

Scott's answer | Answered on August 02, 2010

He would have to file an eviction action to get you and your mom out. Plus if you look at the residential landlord tenant statute, he has violated...

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Bought a car from my ex employer making my payments with a signed contract an now that i no longer work for him he wants the car

Scott's answer | Answered on August 02, 2010

What does the contract say? Are there any other documents between you to show who is required to do what? For more information check out my...

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Demotion

Scott's answer | Answered on August 02, 2010

You really don't have any claims unless you can show that the demotion was somehow discriminatory (ie sex, race, etc) or due to complaints of...

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What can I do if the owner of my (ex) startup company didn't pay me for 5 wks. of pay @ $80K/yr?

Scott's answer | Answered on August 02, 2010

I would want to see what contracts and e-mails you may have. You probably have many different claims that could be brought against him. Questions...

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How can I sue my previous employer for lost wages?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 19, 2010

Dont bother, there is not state agency that is going to collect your money for you. Consult with an employment lawyer, even if they went out of...

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Do I have any recourse to receive unemployment compensation if I have been accused of violating company policy?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 19, 2010

I would probably appeal this decision, the standard to disqualify an employee from unemployment for misconduct is very high. For more information...

Scott M. Behren's Answers (462)

Want to move out the right way landlords have never fixed anything right including airconditioner and mold can i break lease

If I have an email stating the agreement to sell me a pup and the women(breeder) goes back on her word. Do I have a legal issue

What are Florida Laws regarding salaried employees and half work day.

Does my employer have to accept a doctors not for orthodic shoes?

I gave up my home to move in with my boyfriend on July 1st after much convincing on his part.

Bought a car from my ex employer making my payments with a signed contract an now that i no longer work for him he wants the car

Demotion

What can I do if the owner of my (ex) startup company didn't pay me for 5 wks. of pay @ $80K/yr?

How can I sue my previous employer for lost wages?

Do I have any recourse to receive unemployment compensation if I have been accused of violating company policy?