Can I back out of an overtime settlement offer if I told my lawyer I would accept but have'nt signed anything yet? Feel misled!

No one can force your signature to a settlement agreement. Before you decline the offer, however, I recommend that you speak with another lawyer...

No. You are entitled to your old wage until you are first put on notice of the change and given an opportunity to decide to work, or not, for the...

Can I terminate a new employee who just started work for me today without repercussions?

Assuming an employment contract was not entered into, the employment relationship is governed by the at-will doctrine which allows for the...

What can we do about an abusive boss?

She can quit and find a better employer. Sounds like this is a small employer, that is, employing less than 15 employees. If so, none of our...

Should I seek legal action against my employer or one of their employees?

Your primary concern, assuming you wish to keep your job , should be that the employer does not terminate your employment based on these...

Can I sue?

No, unfortunately you cannot sue. Your rights are to tell them you will not accept the demotion, quit and find another employer that treats you...

From what you describe, this is not a basis for denying you the interim leave. I recommend that you consider having counsel address this with the...

You need to file your claim with the bankruptcy court. This is more of a bankruptcy question than one re: employment. I changed the practice area...

Can my boss make me take time off this pay period because I went to a mandatory meeting in a previous pay period that caused OT?

The employer has every right to set or limit the hours you work in any given day, week or month. Hope this helps.

Did my previous employer illegally fire me over my gender?

Given the hiring practices of the employer this may be something worth looking into, but before you spend time doing so know that the gender...