Questions answered by Michael A. Goldstein

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Can I sue my former employer or collect unemployment?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 05, 2015

I agree with Attorney Kenney, it sounds as if you may have a claim for determental reliance otherwise known as promissory estoppel. The key...

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In MA, how long do you have to reside in the state before you can file bankruptcy? Can i file bnkcy on out of State tax lien?

Michael's answer | Answered on June 03, 2015

The options to remove a Tax Lien are several folds. You can pay the taxes owed in full and the State will gladly remove the liens. In a Chapter 13...

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The begin of may 6th I put a letter in the request folder at work.(McDonalds)I asked for May 24 and June 5,6,7 off of work.

Michael's answer | Answered on June 02, 2015

In Massachusetts as an employee at will, your employer can direct you to work any schedule they need in order to properly staff their business. ...

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Possible Bankruptcy.... Lets say the book values on my car is $7000, and I owe $9000 collateral loan on the car

Michael's answer | Answered on May 30, 2015

due to the numerous questions you have you be well advised to seek a consultation with experienced bankruptcy attorney in the area. With that...

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Pre-trial for accident caused by an unlicensed operator

Michael's answer | Answered on May 27, 2015

M.G.L. c. 90 speaks to this issue. If you do not defend the charge of operating without a license, the penalties can be very serious including a...

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I was accused of having an issue with a Co worker but no proof.

Michael's answer | Answered on May 22, 2015

Many more facts are required to make any type of even preliminary analysis of your situation. For example, we would need to know what the claim is...

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Do I need an employment attorney

Michael's answer | Answered on May 20, 2015

it sounds as if you have a valid claim for sexual harassment. however you want to speak to to an experienced employment attorney as every case is...

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I decreased my hrs at work from 40hrs to 32hrs which the company agreed and signed to. Can they make me go back to 40hrs.

Michael's answer | Answered on May 20, 2015

Presuming that you are an employee at will, that is you don't have a specific written contact that addresses your issue, if the reason your hours...

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Can I be reprimanded for not chit-chatting with a coworker.

Michael's answer | Answered on May 19, 2015

Your employer can not take any adverse action against you due to the fact that you made a request and were ultimately approved for FMLA. However,...

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I do not have collision on my car. It was totaled by an at fault driver who has $5000 coverage. my car is worth 10,000. Can i

Michael's answer | Answered on May 19, 2015

Before you reject an offer of the insurance company and run to small claims court, you first want to ensure you do not have any person injuries...

Michael A. Goldstein's Answers (830)

Can I sue my former employer or collect unemployment?

In MA, how long do you have to reside in the state before you can file bankruptcy? Can i file bnkcy on out of State tax lien?

The begin of may 6th I put a letter in the request folder at work.(McDonalds)I asked for May 24 and June 5,6,7 off of work.

Possible Bankruptcy.... Lets say the book values on my car is $7000, and I owe $9000 collateral loan on the car

Pre-trial for accident caused by an unlicensed operator

I was accused of having an issue with a Co worker but no proof.

Do I need an employment attorney

I decreased my hrs at work from 40hrs to 32hrs which the company agreed and signed to. Can they make me go back to 40hrs.

Can I be reprimanded for not chit-chatting with a coworker.

I do not have collision on my car. It was totaled by an at fault driver who has $5000 coverage. my car is worth 10,000. Can i