Questions answered by Richard Ernest Wolfe

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Can an employer use an employee private information to look up school record without the knowlege of the employee?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

I would first find out for sure that your allegation is true. If so, the question would be in what capacity were you damaged by this alleged...

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Terminated for sending SDT email to "non" supervising personnel. I sent email to Asst Branch Mgr & aSupervisor who are above me.

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

You are probably limited to seeking unemployment compensation. Florida is an at will employment state meaning you can be terminated for a good...

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I had A workers comp depo yesterday.....

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

The key to evaluating any offers when represented is to trust your attorney. Your attorney has more than likely handled thousands of cases and...

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Can your employer take down the workers comp. poster after i been injured at work?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

I would recommend you see a workers comp attorney immediately to properly process your claim with the comp carrier. I would further recommend...

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Can my employer lay me off while I am on disability? Is FMLA only for 12 week period or can it be extended?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

FMLA cannot be extended unless the employer implements a policy allowing an extension under their internal rules and regulations. Unfortunately,...

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In Florida, can I be terminated with no notification while out on worker's comp injury?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

I would recommend you see an employment attorney that can evaluate your claim for disability discrimination and/or workers compensation retaliation...

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2 people do the same thing, and only one person is fired...

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

Your sole remedy would be through unemployment unless there is proof that the difference in treatment was as a result of your race, gender,...

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My employer is in direct violation of statute 790.251i and searched all cars in parkinglot

Richard's answer | Answered on August 25, 2010

Probably nothing. Florida employers have wide latitude in implementing rules and regulations covering employees conduct and activities. As a...

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My son was involved in an automobile accident on 8/1/10. What is stat of limitations in Florida to file suit ?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 23, 2010

The answer to your initial inquiry is that there is a four year statute of limitations for negligence claims. Your rights to be compensated...

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My empoyer wants me to work 40 hours weekly, and wants to pay me 35 hours only, is that legal?

Richard's answer | Answered on August 23, 2010

It depends on breaks and time off during the day. You need to count the actual hours worked. If actual hours worked are 35 hours then you may...

Richard Ernest Wolfe's Answers (224)

Can an employer use an employee private information to look up school record without the knowlege of the employee?

Terminated for sending SDT email to "non" supervising personnel. I sent email to Asst Branch Mgr & aSupervisor who are above me.

I had A workers comp depo yesterday.....

Can your employer take down the workers comp. poster after i been injured at work?

Can my employer lay me off while I am on disability? Is FMLA only for 12 week period or can it be extended?

In Florida, can I be terminated with no notification while out on worker's comp injury?

2 people do the same thing, and only one person is fired...

My employer is in direct violation of statute 790.251i and searched all cars in parkinglot

My son was involved in an automobile accident on 8/1/10. What is stat of limitations in Florida to file suit ?

My empoyer wants me to work 40 hours weekly, and wants to pay me 35 hours only, is that legal?