Legally, can my employer make me follow rukes or policies that are not written in the company's handbook.

Yes, the employer can define the rules when it wishes in writing or otherwise. Only exception I see here is if you hairstyle had something to do...

Filed with EEOC in June 2012, unsuccessfully mediated with employer in April 2013, investigation still going on should I worry?

The EEOC and the investigators proceed at their own pace. By law they have 180 days to investigate the matter, but in practice it can be much...

Can a previous employer stop severance for fraudulent activity they discovered

Both the Agreement would need to reviewed and the alleged fraud examined. Contact an attorney to provide these details and I am sure your...

Do I have to wait for my severance to be depleted before I can file for unemployment?

Unemployment benefits will not be paid in any week in which you are paid more than $275 per week. You don't identify how the $12K was paid, but if...

I am being investigated by my employer for theft. Should I quit my job before they have the chance to confront me?

Quiting is not going avoid any of the issues that you may be facing. I do recommend you find counsel to be there when the employer gets back to...

Need to know if employer can term my son for attending a regular monthly drs appt.

I don't necessarily agree with Mr. Stein. Your son's diagnosis will likely qualify him for coverage under our disability laws (the right to seek...

How do I make my previous employer pay me my final commission check when they claim it is not owed?

This is a claim for unpaid wages. Florida allows for the recovery of attorney's fees and costs to those that are denied wages. If the check is...

Former employer is filing a lawsuit against me for solicitation I never signed a nonsolicitation/nocompete agreement can he sue?

If there is no signed agreement, it is unlikely, but you would be well-advised to stay away from any direct solicitations of customers are there...

I was paid on a draw then fired after not meeting quota. I made one last sale before being fired and never payed. Legal?

There may be more infomration needed for full guidance, but if you had not drawn down any money prior to the termination, they may owe you money...

Mr. Thomas is correct, Florida makes it illegal to consider age in am employment decision, whether it is older or youger applicants. I too...