If an individual is off work due to a medical condition (i.e. surgery) are they eligible to file for unemployment ?

In Ohio, you must be able to work to collect unemployment. Based on the facts you have provided, it sounds as if you are unable to work,...

If my boss has a child with one of my co-workers, and now that co-worker is over the schedule, is that legal?

If you are female and your manager is treating another woman better than you because he has or used to have a sexual relationship with her, that...

Are there any reputable attorneys in Ohio that arent afraid to take on sexual harrassement cases against large companies?

I am not sure who at the EEOC is giving you this advice or why, but they are most likely not an attorney. Just because you don't have an actual...

This is probably legal. Even if your absence qualified as FMLA leave, your employer generally can require you to exhaust your vacation, sick, PTO...

Your case sounds complicated factually, but I gather you were terminated after losing your EEO hearing. If that is the true, then an employment...

Is a non-compete clause still in effect if the employer's contract with a corporation as a sub-contractor is allowed to expire?

Every non-compete agreement is different, so you really won’t know unless you seek the advice of an attorney who reviews the entire agreement and...

What kind of lawyer do I need

It is unlawful in Ohio for an employer to terminate, refuse to hire, or take other retaliatory action against you for pursuing a workers'...

Can I fire an employee who hasnt even finished training because they did not list convictions on application?

The old answer used to be an automatic yes, provided you are applying the same standards to everyone, and lying on an application is still a valid...

Can I remain friends with a client after termination of job?

It is not possible to answer your question without actually reviewing your agreement and having an in-depth conversation about the nature of your...

Can a person be terminated while on approved medical leave?

It is unlawful to terminate an employee for taking FMLA leave. Not all employees are eligible for FMLA leave, however. Also, if your husband's...