Are there simpler ways around a non-compete clause with Verizon and affiliate company?

Legally, non-compete agreements (NCA) are "disfavored" because they impose a restraint on one's ability to contract for employment. However, an...

Can a company discriminate against you because of FMLA?

The FMLA prohibits an employer from "interfering" with your use of your FMLA rights. Interference is a very broad term, essentially meaning...

Previous Employer giving a bad review to a new eployer. Legal?

If the old chief is telling the new chief something that is factually untrue, you could possible sue for defamation. Defamation requires you to...

Why did I get let go when another employee threatened me twice.

You are an "at-will" employee, and can be terminated at any time, for any reason (or even for no reason at all), and without notice. Unless you...

Will charges be filled against me if the investigator thinks I did something and doctors say they don't think it was an accident

if the investigator determines that there is "probable cause" to believe that you committed a crime, he will ask the judge to issue an arrest...

Do I have to tell an job application that i have a owi? It only asked if I have ever had a dui or dwi? I live in Indiana.

In Indiana, OWI (operating while intoxicated) is what other states call DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated). OWI...

My father stole my computer, worth over $2,000. What legal action can I take?

First, you are not the owner of the computer, but I think you already know that. As far as the games and subscriptions are concerned, I'm...

What can i do about me being taken advantage of as a 1099 worker

First, there is a very good possibility that your employer is improperly classifying you as a 1099 independent contractor. If that is the case,...

Assuming that there is no discrimination or other illegal motive, your employer is allowed to terminate your employment under any terms it wishes. ...

Can my boss require me to work in the office?

As long as the decision is not based on differences in race, sex, age, disability, religion or national origin, the employer can require you to...