My employer told me that if I file a grievance that I would be terminated...is that a threat or form of intimidation

I agree with Lori Ann's answer. You definitely need to speak with an employment attorney because what your employer is threatening to do, or may...

What constitutes as a hostile work environment?

The standard for hostile work environment is very difficult to meet. Based on what you've posted here, it does not appear this is a hostile work...

In Ohio (or anywhere else), am I really an independent contractor if I'm told when, where, how,

I agree with Matthew's answer. My office has handled cases like this and to determine whether you are an employee or an independent contractor, we...

I worked for a company 1 1/2 years. I was out on Medical leave/FMLA and fired.

Whether you can sue the company for firing you while on FMLA depends on the facts and circumstances surrounding this situation. Based solely on...

Since filing a sexual harassment suit against my boss and company the retaliation has magnified. Is this legal?

I agree- you should not be posting about this on a public forum if you have an attorney who has filed a lawsuit or EEOC charge. I suggest taking...

These type of comments are completely inappropriate and probably amount to a hostile work environment. More questions need to be answered, but...

Iwent to donate plasma and was told the zip I live in is a viral marker so they woudnt let me donate IS THIS DISCRIMANATION

Unfortunately, no. This scenario does not sound like discrimination based on what you have written here.

Should I file for unemployment and/or disability?

I agree with all of the other answers. Be sure you are mindful of the statute of limitations for a car accident so you don't miss the timeline for...

This warrant might show up, depending on what type of background check is run. One thing you could do is call the court who issued the warrant and...

A co-worker was pulling a loaded trailer when it cam unhitched. The company is trying to make him pay for trailer repair.

How much is the repair? Is the employer threatening to deduct the money from his paycheck without his consent?