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My employer has been paying under state wages I have not been paid any overtime.she has a 24 hr home and she make staff pay to
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Answered on August 19, 2013
The Michigan Wage and Hour laws prohibit the types of activities that you are describing. I don't know what your actual question is but if your...
I was tardy once during my probationary period because of a broken door at work.I was fired.Can I sue for wrongful termination?
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Answered on August 16, 2013
You could sue for wrongful termination but you would lose. Probationary employees are generally expected to be on the best behavior and the...
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Is it legal to dock me minimum wage for a pay period for calling in, when I make 8.45
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Answered on August 16, 2013
The short answer is that an employer can pay you whatever hourly rate they want to pay so long as it is minimum wage or above. They do not have to...
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Can I deduct a "training fee" from an employee's last paycheck if the employee quits before an agreed-upon date?
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Answered on August 16, 2013
First, I do not believe you can deduct anything (like a training fee) from the employee's paycheck. I also don't think it is feasible to think...
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My father fired me for an affair I had with an employee and her mother also works for us .the mother told my dad fire your son.
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Answered on August 16, 2013
I must say kudos to your father. I would estimate that 70 to 80% of the most successful sexual harassment cases that I have handled over the last...
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How should I address this repetitive issue at work?
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Answered on August 12, 2013
Most employees in Michigan are 'at will' employees and management individuals are no different. Keep this in mind as you get involved in...
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I have given my notice of resignation to my employer and I am afraid they are going to make things "ugly" because I am leaving.
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Answered on August 12, 2013
Don't borrow trouble. Finish up your time and get out. If they don't pay you, then you can worry about contacting an attorney for the Michigan...
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Employment terminated. AAA Commercial arbitration clause in the employment contract. What is the time frame for filing a claim?
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Answered on August 09, 2013
You should not do this on your own. I would retain a reputable employment attorney to help you through the process. That being said, depending on...
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Truck Driver- Independent Contractor
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Answered on July 30, 2013
To be honest, you would probably be better off to not be covered by work comp per se. With that type of claim you only get a % of your lost wages...
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I have not signed a noncompete agreement because i wanted to get it reviewed by an attorney.
They are holding my paycheck.
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Answered on July 29, 2013
Mr. Shin is correct. Read the non-compete carefully and have it reviewed by an attorney as quickly as you can. Its not right to withhold your...