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How long can an employer legally not pay me for time worked? My paycheck bounced twice and I still have not gotten paid.

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 29, 2015

First, you are under no obligation to continue working there and you should consider stopping if you are not being paid. Second, you are entitled...

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I worked for a property preservation company. They currently owe me over $5000 due to be paid in may 2015.

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 27, 2015

If these are wages owed you need an experienced employment lawyer. If it is a business to business dispute you need an experience commercial...

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Payroll- last payroll had additional deductions. Replacement check bounced

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

You have a right to these wages and relief under the bad check statute in Florida. I would recommend, however, attempt to resolve the issue with...

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In Florida, if I am under salary in the hotel industry, do I have to stay later than my scheduled time?

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

Yes, you can be terminated for not working the hours requested by the employer. The employer, however, is obligated to pay you for those hours...

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I have work at my job for 35 years i was out on FMLA and was told that may be I should look in to my retirement to save it

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

You need to speak with counsel soon, preferably before you return. The FMLA leave entitles you to return to work and an employer's termination of...

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Resigned and employer won't pay 2 weeks earned vaca time

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

Entitlement to vacation time depends on how it is earned. If it is accrued it is considered an earned wage and an unpaid wage claim can be...

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Is it illegal for a job to fire you because you sustained an injury?

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

I agree with the others that this involves a worker's compensation matter, however, it may also include a disability claim depending on the nature...

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Fired during the second week of pay period,I was on salary so shouldn't I be entitled to full pay for the second week?

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

They can pay you hourly if the hourly rate is consistent with your salary rate. If they are not changing the rate then they are paying you...

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My Father-in-law has been told, "You're not being fired, we're not letting you go but you no longer work for us." ???

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 26, 2015

I disagree with counsel who have advised that your father-in-law has a right to know why he is being separated from his employment. There is no...

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Can I hold my employer responsible for mental and physical duress due to unfair work environment?

Arthur's answer | Answered on October 22, 2015

There is no claim available in Florida that you can bring for having to work with a lazy co-worker. This will have to be something the employer...