Lawyer suggested I take later on set date, was this mentioned to the alj, will this be an approval?
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Answered on October 22, 2018
Your disability lawyer can best answer these questions. It sounds like he had good reasons to seek an amended onset date, which lawyers commonly do...
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Overtime pay statue of limitations to collect?
Is a employer legally obligated to pay overtime for over 40 hours?
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Answered on October 21, 2018
Unfortunately, a claim is untimely in your case. An overtime claim must be filed within three years from the violation under Michigan law and...
Can a unionized company under contract close and reopen in a new name to avoid the union.
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Answered on September 24, 2018
This is a complex issue requiring a detailed conversation with a good attorney. If the new company is a "successor" employer that continues its...
What is the statute of limitations in Detroit, Mi for being attacked by a dog?
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Answered on September 22, 2018
You have three years from the date of the dog bite to bring a lawsuit. Talk to a lawyer right away while there is still time. Good luck.
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My shift supposedly ends at 11, but I have to stay there until 11:15. Am I entitled to being paid for the extra time?
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Answered on September 02, 2018
Yes, you should be paid for that time and the company is likely violating the law. Contact an attorney to discuss next steps.
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Will I be able to fight a wage/labor dispute against owners of a large company without having them come after me?
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Answered on August 30, 2018
Yes, this is of course illegal. Talk to an attorney before taking any independent action. Good luck.
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Am I entitled to payment when “on duty” according to DOT regulations?
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Answered on August 10, 2018
You may be owed compensation and your employee may be violating such laws as the Fair Labor Standards Act. I would need further details before I...
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How long do I have if I didn't go to court for my eviction?
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Answered on July 26, 2018
By law, a writ of eviction cannot be issued until 10 days after the judgment of possession that presumably was entered on the court date you...
I began working for a franchise two months ago, the owner has not compensated any of the employees during this what should I do?
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Answered on July 24, 2018
I agree with my colleagues' responses and add that you should contact the federal Department of Labor. I have been involved in cases where the DOL...
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What legal process is required to evict a long-term guest who has never paid rent or had a rental agreement.
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Answered on July 16, 2018
Yes, he has the rights of a tenant. You must serve him with a month's written notice to vacate...