Questions answered by J. Eric Holloway

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I work 5 hour shifts. Am I supposed to be getting 1 lunch break AND 1 rest break?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

I think you found the right source of information regarding breaks. I found similar information at this link -...

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Can Unemployment be denied if I was warned but still couldn't preform duties

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

UI benefits are granted based on whether a termination was for cause or not for cause. Here, you present a claim that could go either way,...

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Can an employer dock the pay of a salaried exempt employee?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

It sounds like you want to know if you can receive unpaid leave time. If you have HR policies and procedures available on line or in paper form,...

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Can my employer write me up for poor attendance but let another employee (same exact job description) get away with it everyday?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

Continue to look into FMLA. Seek to consult with an employment law attorney. You convey several points of concern for an experienced...

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Can my employer temporarily assign me to a supervisory position without the same rate of pay or required supervisory training?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

If you are part of a union, I would check with your union. If you are not, you should consult with an employment law attorney in your area to see...

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My co-worker is illegally employed for a competing company. What are my options after finding out?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

Consult with an employment law attorney in your area. Avvo's search feature can help with that. Keep in mind, your Employer might hold you...

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How do I get my previous employer to pay me for the first week I worked there?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

Your state government might be able to help. Review the information at this link to see if you can get help via this agency -...

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Can an employer be considered unfair if a lay off decision is untimely and results in unnecessary stress on the employee?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

Not really. Employers have to follow certain rules about announcing layoffs when a certain number of employees will be impacted or when some type...

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I need an employment lawyer

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

I'm sorry you are going through this at work. However, without some type of enforceable contract between you and your employer, or a set of terms...

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Do I need a wrongful termination lawyer?

J. Eric's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

I would suggest you and your husband consult with an employment law attorney in your area. You need to provide that attorney with more...

J. Eric Holloway's Answers (673)

I work 5 hour shifts. Am I supposed to be getting 1 lunch break AND 1 rest break?

Can Unemployment be denied if I was warned but still couldn't preform duties

Can an employer dock the pay of a salaried exempt employee?

Can my employer write me up for poor attendance but let another employee (same exact job description) get away with it everyday?

Can my employer temporarily assign me to a supervisory position without the same rate of pay or required supervisory training?

My co-worker is illegally employed for a competing company. What are my options after finding out?

How do I get my previous employer to pay me for the first week I worked there?

Can an employer be considered unfair if a lay off decision is untimely and results in unnecessary stress on the employee?

I need an employment lawyer

Do I need a wrongful termination lawyer?