What are my options when my employer decides to schedule me for overtime that directly violates a work restriction from my DR?
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Answered on June 21, 2021
You have a right to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (different from FMLA) and may have a strong case, although...
Can your employer make you stay past your scheduled time off+Michigan
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Answered on June 21, 2021
Unless a worker is protected by a union contract, it is unfortunately not illegal for a company to require additional hours in that manner, so long...
Can I be fired for refusing to work in unhealthy work conditions?
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Answered on June 16, 2021
You have a right to a reasonable accommodation and may have a strong case, although more details are needed, and your actions at this juncture will...
Do I have a reputable case for workplace pregnancy discrimination?
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Answered on June 15, 2021
You are protected from pregnancy discrimination and have a right to a reasonable accommodation. You may have a case but a more detailed...
Can my employer terminate me for not getting the covid vaccine?
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Answered on June 08, 2021
Unless you qualify for one of the narrow medical disability or religious exemptions to an employer-mandated COVID-19 vaccination, or unless you are...
How long can my employer not communicate with me?
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Answered on June 02, 2021
If you are represented by a union, contact them because you may have protections against an open-ended de facto suspension (this is especially true...
I was fired after my employer told me they can't serve my days off due to surgery
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Answered on May 11, 2021
The company might have violated your right to time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. More details...
What are the legalities regarding the moratorium on eviction due to the pandemic?
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Answered on May 06, 2021
There is a very good chance you are protected by the CDC eviction moratorium, which currently lasts through June 30. It is important to seek legal...
Can my employer legally take my overtime for last week and apply it to a check 3 weeks from now ?
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Answered on May 03, 2021
No. Per the Fair Labor Standards Act. the hours you worked must be applied to the actual week you worked and counted for overtime that week. You...
Can I be fired for calling off of work when one of my coworkers tested positive for covid-19 but I wasn't directly exposed?
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Answered on April 27, 2021
Under Michigan's COVID-19 Employment Rights Act, you may not be fired for quarantining after close contact with a COVID-positive individual. "Close...