Questions answered by Arthur Thomas Schofield

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Can an Exempt Salaried Employee who works 50 hours per week be asked to work on personal days off without pay?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

If you are in-fact exempt there is no requirement that you be paid more for "extra" days. I would not accept, however, the employer's labeling of...

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Hello, does an employer have the right to withhold your final paycheck after you have quit?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

You are entitled to your paycheck. If it does not get to you shortly contact a lawyer. Claims for unpaid wages in Florida carry an attorney fee...

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Need a demand letter for breach of contract, breach of promise and intentional infliction of emotional distress

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

I am sure many are willing to assist you with this and I agree with the others that there are several issues floating around, some of which cannot...

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Is it legal for an employer to charge their employees money by deduction from their check for enrolling in direct deposit?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

Nothing illegal unless it brings the rate below a minimum wage rate. Hope this helps.

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Can my previous employer keep my last check, claiming I have a door key to their building (when I never received a key)?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

You are entitled to you paycheck and no condition can be placed on payment. If they are not paying you, contact a lawyer. These claims have...

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I need to know if you work on the job when of the boss grab your to reap you and abused me what should I do.

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

Contact counsel of your choosing as soon as possible. There are several options available here to assist you. Best of luck.

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Employee switching from part-time to full-time. What's the easiest way to do it?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 20, 2015

No documents are necessary. You simply change the number of hours and, of course, have to let your payroll people know. If you provide benefits...

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Is there any recourse to an employee receiving probationary dismissal from the state of fl doc?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

Little chance of getting the job back, but you could have a claim depending on what motivated the employment decision. If it was not motivated by...

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How do I obtain the written results from recent psych. eval? Was denied written results by Psychiatrist. Employment denied.

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

Law enforcement agencies are subject to Florida's Public Records laws. What was communicated to the agency by the psychiatrist is available to you...

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My employer fired me because im a victim of domestic violence. can I sue him ?

Arthur's answer | Answered on March 19, 2015

Yes, you may be able to. I strongly recommend you reach out to a lawyer of your choosing soon. I am sorry to hear of your situation. Hope this...

Arthur Thomas Schofield's Answers (4952)

Can an Exempt Salaried Employee who works 50 hours per week be asked to work on personal days off without pay?

Hello, does an employer have the right to withhold your final paycheck after you have quit?

Need a demand letter for breach of contract, breach of promise and intentional infliction of emotional distress

Is it legal for an employer to charge their employees money by deduction from their check for enrolling in direct deposit?

Can my previous employer keep my last check, claiming I have a door key to their building (when I never received a key)?

I need to know if you work on the job when of the boss grab your to reap you and abused me what should I do.

Employee switching from part-time to full-time. What's the easiest way to do it?

Is there any recourse to an employee receiving probationary dismissal from the state of fl doc?

How do I obtain the written results from recent psych. eval? Was denied written results by Psychiatrist. Employment denied.

My employer fired me because im a victim of domestic violence. can I sue him ?