Questions answered by Arthur Thomas Schofield

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While on maternity leave I was informed that due to downsizing, my position was eliminated. Could I be laid off while on leave?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2015

Don't sign anything until you first share the document with counsel and discuss the facts of this layoff in greater detail. You could waive...

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What do I do when they are holding my check for "ransom"?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2015

You are entitled to your wages without having to spend any time training any one. These claims provide for the additional recovery of attorney's...

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Is it illegal to intimidate someone into attending a work event that is not paid/mandatory?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2015

If it is mandatory you have to be paid. But, if it is not mandatory, but simply desired that you be there you have to evaluate how not showing up...

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Do I have to sign papers in order to get my check?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2015

You are entitled to your money without having to sign any papers other than perhaps papers that qualify you as a citizen and provide taxing...

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Check stubs do not show hours worked. Don't get paid after 4pm but must finish job off clock.work 3weeks get paid for 2 weeks.

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 02, 2015

I agree with the others. This is a violation of both State and federal wage laws. Contact counsel to discuss in greater detail. Best of luck.

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What type of attorney do I need?? And in which state?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 29, 2015

The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will determine if you have the right to private representation in a grievance. An attorney in Florida...

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Will a staffing contract still be valid after I resign with company to be hired with client that wants to hire in FL?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 27, 2015

Ms. Mihok is correct, but the contract or agreement that likely controls is not one you signed, but one signed by your assignment. Assignment can...

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I was fired from my job because I was taken to the hosiptal because of having a heart attack, is this legal?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 27, 2015

Illegal if the FMLA applies, but more would have to be known about the employer and your employment there. Contact an attorney as soon as you are...

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Worked in New York for a company . Moved out of state and was self-employed. Currently unemployed. Will NY company pay benefits?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 27, 2015

You don't identify the fund. If these were retirement benefits that vested, you are entitled to those monies. If it was a disability policy that...

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What steps do I take in a situation that lend itself to a hostile work environment

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 26, 2015

You need to contact a lawyer to address this in greater detail. Working through claims like this is complicated and the sooner you get legal...

Arthur Thomas Schofield's Answers (4938)

While on maternity leave I was informed that due to downsizing, my position was eliminated. Could I be laid off while on leave?

What do I do when they are holding my check for "ransom"?

Is it illegal to intimidate someone into attending a work event that is not paid/mandatory?

Do I have to sign papers in order to get my check?

Check stubs do not show hours worked. Don't get paid after 4pm but must finish job off clock.work 3weeks get paid for 2 weeks.

What type of attorney do I need?? And in which state?

Will a staffing contract still be valid after I resign with company to be hired with client that wants to hire in FL?

I was fired from my job because I was taken to the hosiptal because of having a heart attack, is this legal?

Worked in New York for a company . Moved out of state and was self-employed. Currently unemployed. Will NY company pay benefits?

What steps do I take in a situation that lend itself to a hostile work environment