Questions answered by Robert Nicholas Norris

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Will a judge use overtime pay if my job is based on 40 hours and any overtime is based on an as needed basis

Robert's answer | Answered on April 22, 2013

I am not sure I understand you question. Judges are not going to "use" your overtime pay. However, I am going to assume you are asking if a judge...

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Can I hire a lawyer to appeal denied unemployment benefits?

Robert's answer | Answered on April 19, 2013

That may be a claim under the family medical leave act. You need to contact an employment lawyer as soon as possible to determine if you have a claim.

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My employer had me an three other men to tear down building they knew had asbestos in it we did not know

Robert's answer | Answered on April 18, 2013

I'm not sure what your question is. However, if you are looking to prevent your employer from subjecting you to that environment in the future you...

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Prescription painkillers

Robert's answer | Answered on April 15, 2013

Yes, but you probably need to look to see if there was another motive involved. If the employer knew you were on prescription painkillers when...

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Can my employer write my first write up as my second and my second as my third?

Robert's answer | Answered on March 25, 2013

Yes. However, what you should be looking to answer is why is the supervisor doing this. If it is because of your race, sex, national origin, etc,...

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I work in payroll for a company and the owner refuses to pay overtime? Will I be held liable for their decision?

Robert's answer | Answered on March 21, 2013

You could be liable on an individual basis if you assist the company in violating the FLSA. If you refuse to comply with the employer's demands...

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Can a company 1. Require exempt employees to work 5 additional hours per week without compensation?

Robert's answer | Answered on March 17, 2013

Maybe. If you are truly exempt the answer is yes, but you should call an employment lawyer to make sure the employer properly classified you as...

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My employer is demanding I sign a release to let them spot check my cell records any time they want. This legal?

Robert's answer | Answered on March 17, 2013

Yes. My guess is there is a lot more to this story that you not disclosing though.

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What dou do when you contact corporate headquarters on a supervisor about harassing u they do an investigation

Robert's answer | Answered on February 22, 2013

Complain to corporate again about the harassment, and if the company refuses to take reasonable steps to stop the harassment then consult with a...

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Legal and/or monetary recourse for false information reported on background which resulted in denial of employment

Robert's answer | Answered on February 19, 2013

This could be a claim for defamation and tortious interference with business relationship. You should contact an employment lawyer as soon as...

Robert Nicholas Norris's Answers (421)

Will a judge use overtime pay if my job is based on 40 hours and any overtime is based on an as needed basis

Can I hire a lawyer to appeal denied unemployment benefits?

My employer had me an three other men to tear down building they knew had asbestos in it we did not know

Prescription painkillers

Can my employer write my first write up as my second and my second as my third?

I work in payroll for a company and the owner refuses to pay overtime? Will I be held liable for their decision?

Can a company 1. Require exempt employees to work 5 additional hours per week without compensation?

My employer is demanding I sign a release to let them spot check my cell records any time they want. This legal?

What dou do when you contact corporate headquarters on a supervisor about harassing u they do an investigation

Legal and/or monetary recourse for false information reported on background which resulted in denial of employment