Do I need a contract/employment lawyer?

Yes. I agree with the other attorneys. You should seek an employment attorney. A key thing here to be mindful of is that courts do enforce non...

Is deficient job performance a valid defense when an employer discharges an employee who was approved for family medical leave?

You are correct an employer cannot retaliate against you for filing a FMLA claim. Under the law an employer cannot interfere with an employees's...

Employer has threatened to discharge for their force to make a complaint against a Ford Motor Company Employee

The question is not clear. But generally an employer cannot retaliate against an employee for 1) filing a complaint for discrimination or 2) for...

Is this legal?

More information is needed. The employment policy or manual needs to be reviewed to see if your employer complied with its terms. You may have a...

How long do i have to file a wrongful termination law suit

For discrimination lawsuits under state law based on disability you typically have 3 years. Be mindful you can also file an administrative claim...

Is it retaliation when employer directs you to never apply for employment after filing a employment discrimination claim.

The parties can agree as to any terms as part of a monetary settlement. Not applying again with the company is a common term found in a settlement...

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I lost my job due to my arrest in a criminal case! I passed a polygraph test, can I sue my accuser?

I see that you have two possible issues here. 1) You accuser may be liable for malicious prosecution and may have committed a crime for filing a...

Sexual harassment at workplace...

EEOC declining your case does not mean you don't have a case. If you documented well and reported the matter to HR and they still did not remedy...

Would I be able to sue for being fired while pregnant due to my attendence?

You may have a case yes based on the facts you stated If you did not use FMLA for the year and they unreasonably interfered with your right to use...

Racial Discrimination

this is unfortunate and based on the facts your provided it does seem that they jumped the gun without getting your side of the story. Still, from...