Employers must take prompt, effective remedial action in the workplace to prevent harassment once they know it has occurred or is occurring. By...

Why am I not eligible for prevailing wage?

You've asked the right question: in wage-hour matters, it's what you do, not what they label you. There may be more to this than meets the eye. You...

I was laid off from my job on 8-12-2016. I did not file for unemployment. I got a job and it is not working out.

That's a difficult call. Sometimes a new job that doesn't work out may be treated as a failed attempt to return to the workforce, though that...

Can an employer schedule you to work for a month or longer with no days off but not give you 40 hours?

I agree with the answers you've already received. I'd add that you should watch your paycheck to make sure that the company isn't averaging your...

Can I get unemployment if I get fired for not moving to another store?

If you're a member of a union, you should call your steward or representative about filing a grievance over the transfer. About unemployment, in...

I'm sorry to hear about your back: it must be really painful. You should contact an Ohio workers' comp attorney about filing a claim. Ohio law may...

How can I get back wages from former employer without signing an agreement that I am not obliged to?

Apparently the state labor cabinet is advocating for you, and its representative says you don't have to sign the release they've presented to...

Kroger is underpaying its employees and if you don't catch the payroll mistakes they are pocketing your money.

You have two possible remedies- 1. File a grievance with the union to cover your losses and those of your co-workers. 2. Consult with a...

Our city has 3 paid firefighters and there is a questions if they can get an exemption for paying ot

I'd only add to the previous answers that the firefighters should look to federal law describing firefighter overtime.

Emotional stress/ trauma from employer, what should i do? can i sue?

It takes a lot to support a claim of intentional infliction of emotional distress in the workplace.Outrageous behavior and severe distress are key....