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After 6 years at a job i don't rememeber what thier policy was about no call no show. Can they fire you because of that?
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Answered on August 23, 2012
Yes, in all likelihood you can be fired. It is your responsibility to show up for work and failing to do so can be grounds for immediate...
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Can I do anything?
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Answered on August 23, 2012
While I mostly agree with the previous answer, I am not so sure you are completely out of legal options. First of all, what was your illness? If it...
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I cannot seek employment i am disable due to my stroke happened 4 years ago.When it happened i was hospitalised never recover
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Answered on August 23, 2012
From the very limited facts you have provided, it appears that your best remedy may be through STD/LTD insurance (through your employer at the time...
Can my employer fire me if I am no longer physically able to perform my job duties?
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Answered on August 22, 2012
There are a number of issues you present here. Generally, federal law tries to balance the needs of the employer with the rights of an...
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Can I fire someone that has been in and out of the hospital, absent, late and leaving work early for the last 2 months.
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Answered on August 22, 2012
By the sounds of it, your business is small enough not to be affected by the anti-discrimination laws (ADA and FCRA apply to employers with 15+...
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Young engineer - out of school for one year was made to sign a non compete at hire - now the employer has a new non compete
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Answered on August 22, 2012
In Florida, generally the law on non-competes is covered by F.S. §542.18 which establishes that "Every contract, combination, or conspiracy in...
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Can i sue an employer for wrongful termination?
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Answered on August 22, 2012
In Florida, there is no general cause of action for "wrongful termination." In order to bring a suit against your former employer, you would likely...
Can i sue an employer for firing me after i was in a car accident and wasnt able to perform my duties at 100 percent?
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Answered on August 22, 2012
I agree with all of the previous comments but add the following.
First, absolutely retain a well-qualified Florida personal injury attorney, and...
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Ever heard of Geralyn Noonan
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Answered on August 22, 2012
Yes, she is an employment attorney like myself but she represents both employees and employers whereas I only represent employees. If you are an...
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Can my Employer fire me because he says that the position i work at my job
i can no longer do it .
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Answered on August 22, 2012
Generally, an employer is prohibited from firing an employee who was injured at work and has been released for light duty. Florida Statute 440.205...