Questions answered by Henry Allen Arnett

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Can an employer take vacation time away from me because i used fmla?

Henry's answer | Answered on April 20, 2011

Generally an employer has the right to require an employee on FMLA leave to utilize accrued sick time, vacation, etc. You may want to consult a...

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Today my employer emailed me demanding i write a letter of resignation, i responded that i was not quiting

Henry's answer | Answered on April 20, 2011

Your situation may depend on how and where you were employed and why you were fired. Were you covered by a union contract? Were you employed by a...

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Is it illegal for ex-employers to release information to people with out your permission

Henry's answer | Answered on April 15, 2011

In general, there is no legal prohibition on a former employer releasing information. An employer can be sued if it releases false and defamatory...

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Employer appealling unemployment benefits

Henry's answer | Answered on April 15, 2011

Without having the benefit of reviewing your file, I assume that your employer did in fact appeal when your claim was initially granted. ...

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I FOUND RACIST JOKES ON THE BOSSES COMPUTER. WHAT DO I DO?IM THE ONLY MINORITY IN THIS COMPANY AND HAVE WITNESSES AND PROOF.

Henry's answer | Answered on April 15, 2011

You need to consult an experienced lawyer. Obviously, the first question your employer might ask is what were you doing on your boss' computer. ...

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I was denied unemployment,and my employer lied about when I was terminated

Henry's answer | Answered on April 12, 2011

Ohio's unemployment compensation laws allow several appeals if you are denied benefits. Don't be discouraged simply because your claim was...

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My doctor is suggesting I leave my high stress sales job. The company I work for is in a period of change and chaos..

Henry's answer | Answered on April 01, 2011

There are no guarantees as to how the State would rule on your unemployment compensation claim if you were to quit. Generally, a claimant can...

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I was fired from my job at a restaurant due to one coworker's version of a story, I need help!!

Henry's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

Your question has two components. One, was there a wrongful termination? Two, what recourse do you have on the unemployment compensation...

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Is a employer required to tell you the real reason for termination?

Henry's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

If you file for unemployment compensation, the State will typically ask the employer why it terminated you. That may be one way to find out why...

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Can I be terminated for positive thc result? I have a prescription for marinol.

Henry's answer | Answered on March 28, 2011

More information would be needed to provide a definitive answer. It makes a difference, for instance, whether you work for a private employer or a...

Henry Allen Arnett's Answers (167)

Can an employer take vacation time away from me because i used fmla?

Today my employer emailed me demanding i write a letter of resignation, i responded that i was not quiting

Is it illegal for ex-employers to release information to people with out your permission

Employer appealling unemployment benefits

I FOUND RACIST JOKES ON THE BOSSES COMPUTER. WHAT DO I DO?IM THE ONLY MINORITY IN THIS COMPANY AND HAVE WITNESSES AND PROOF.

I was denied unemployment,and my employer lied about when I was terminated

My doctor is suggesting I leave my high stress sales job. The company I work for is in a period of change and chaos..

I was fired from my job at a restaurant due to one coworker's version of a story, I need help!!

Is a employer required to tell you the real reason for termination?

Can I be terminated for positive thc result? I have a prescription for marinol.