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Is it legal to require a manager to be within one hour of the business address?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

This is an unusual condition of employment. I agree with counsel that have already commented. Reach out to someone to discuss the details.

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Can my employer fire me or lay me off due to an injury that requires work accommodations until I am released from my doctor

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 04, 2015

The question of what constitutes a reasonable accommodation can be complex. We first need to determine if you and the employer are covered by the...

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Can my employer legally do this?

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 03, 2015

Company can require you to pay tolls if they chose to. While I suspect most companies would not do so, the decision here only effectively changes...

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Terminated for asking for vacation and never paid for my over time!

Arthur's answer | Answered on February 03, 2015

For you to be entitled to OT you have to be non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Your title implies you were exempt, but titles can be...

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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...