Questions answered by Scott M. Behren

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Can I be terminated without warning because I violated the companys internet policy. Can I sue for racial discrimination?

Scott's answer | Answered on October 20, 2012

If you want to file a discrimination claim, you need to do so promptly by filing a charge with the EEOC. If you need more information about the...

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My company is asking me to sign a Resignation in Lieu of Discharge but is including a non compete clause, so I can't work in my

Scott's answer | Answered on October 20, 2012

Aside from the non-compete, which I would not sign, even though you might be able to argue it is not enforceable, they might be seeking your...

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Am i entitled to my earned vacation after leaving my employer?

Scott's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

Maybe. Does your employer have a policy? I have blogged on this issue on our employee rights blog www.takethisjobnshoveitblog.com or check out...

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I was release from mi duty as supervisor of cabinet makers can I get other job with out incontinent for the bottom nondisure

Scott's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

You really not to have a lawyer review it. The document should be read in full for advise. Feel free to contact our office for consult or check...

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My last day of work was April 15th. I didn't realize until a few weeks later that my pay had not been deposited in my bank .

Scott's answer | Answered on July 18, 2012

Complaint to the U.S. Department of Labor to get your paycheck or hire a Florida employment law attorney. If you have to sue to get your pay, you...

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My boss is threatening to sue me for money he paid me

Scott's answer | Answered on July 14, 2012

Yes your employer could sue you. Anyone with $500 can sue anyone for pretty much anything. Whether he has valid claims or would bother is another...

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Re: Allocation of legal fee liability in lawsuit having Fair Debt Collection Act claims among others

Scott's answer | Answered on July 14, 2012

This would depend upon the causes of action asserted against the parties, most causes of action do not provide for legal fees in Florida. That...

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Salaried employee overtime pay. I'm I miss-classified?

Scott's answer | Answered on April 20, 2012

Based upon your description and depending upon whether you hired and fired employees, you may very well have been misclassified as exempt and may...

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Was just terminated, but not given any documentation or prior formal written documentation.

Scott's answer | Answered on April 20, 2012

Normally have a lawyer review your severance agreement and discuss with you whether you have any claims for wrongful discharge. IF you have no...

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I filed unemployment compensation after i had surgery that would prevent me from doing my previous job,

Scott's answer | Answered on April 10, 2012

Your question is not clear have you been refused unemployment? If so you have strict time limits to seek an appeal and should do so with the help...

Scott M. Behren's Answers (462)

Can I be terminated without warning because I violated the companys internet policy. Can I sue for racial discrimination?

My company is asking me to sign a Resignation in Lieu of Discharge but is including a non compete clause, so I can't work in my

Am i entitled to my earned vacation after leaving my employer?

I was release from mi duty as supervisor of cabinet makers can I get other job with out incontinent for the bottom nondisure

My last day of work was April 15th. I didn't realize until a few weeks later that my pay had not been deposited in my bank .

My boss is threatening to sue me for money he paid me

Re: Allocation of legal fee liability in lawsuit having Fair Debt Collection Act claims among others

Salaried employee overtime pay. I'm I miss-classified?

Was just terminated, but not given any documentation or prior formal written documentation.

I filed unemployment compensation after i had surgery that would prevent me from doing my previous job,