Questions answered by Arthur Thomas Schofield

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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...

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Can a contrator from a company cash his employees checks?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 26, 2015

Several problems arise with being paid cash. For instance, there will likely be no contributions to unemployment should he lose this job and need...

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Weeks after resigning from my job, I was asked to sign a contract for the period I worked there. Why would this be asked of me?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 26, 2015

Does sound fishy. I strongly recommend not signing anything until you have an attorney review the contract. My concern is that you may be...

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Can a employer demote me without any documents?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

No documents are required to demote. With the demotion, it will now be up to you to accept the new position or not. No fighting the decision...

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If my employer pays for another employees gas because he drives so far should they pay mine if I drive the same distance?

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

Not legally required, but it could be evidence of some form of discrimination. More would have to be known about the differences between you and...

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Employer withholding payment until documents are received

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

This happens, although it is not right. Easiest resolution is to give the documents back. If you are unable or unwilling, you are still entitled...

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Do I need an attorney.

Arthur's answer | Answered on January 21, 2015

Disparity in treatment can give rise to a claim for discrimination, one that can be filed by both males and females. Reach out to an experienced...

Arthur Thomas Schofield's Answers (4952)

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

Can a contrator from a company cash his employees checks?

Weeks after resigning from my job, I was asked to sign a contract for the period I worked there. Why would this be asked of me?

Can a employer demote me without any documents?

If my employer pays for another employees gas because he drives so far should they pay mine if I drive the same distance?

Employer withholding payment until documents are received

Do I need an attorney.