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I am a manager at my company. Due to bad economy, my branch is schule to close. I am being offer a entry level position to stay

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 09, 2013

No - you should be able to collect your unemployment benefits so long as you meet the elgibility criteria. The fact that you turned down a...

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Is this even legal, if not what can I do about it?

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 09, 2013

Unfortunately, if you are out in public, then your privacy rights are sorely limited. There may be some protection depending on the age of the...

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Can my employer force us to claim a set % of our sales, even if we aren't making that? Ex. 18% of sales

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 09, 2013

The short answer is that an employer can force you to claim a % of your tips. Unfortunately, I do not know if 18% is permitted or not. You can try...

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I was set up from my boss and a coworker to terminate me. I also was denied unemployment. Do I have a case against him?

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 08, 2013

Probably not because it sounds like you are an 'at will' employee meaning you are not union and do not have a written contract for employment. ...

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What exactly does the following phrase mean:

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 08, 2013

I don't think you can answer this question adequately without looking at the entire agreement and discussing the actual work situation. The other...

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Can I sue my former employer for non-payment of earned vacation pay?

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 08, 2013

You can try to contact the Michigan Dept. of Labor (517)322-1825 and file a complaint. Problem is calling them may upset the employer and I don't...

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I quit my job and I have not been paid for earned vacation days. Other employees that have left were paid for their vacation.

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 08, 2013

Ms. Chinonis is correct (as is Mr. Shinn). As an 'at will' employee your rights are extremely limited and your ability to collect your unused...

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Can a employer hire a new employee and cut my hours if i say i may be moving?

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 08, 2013

Yes it is legal. Unless you have a written contract for employment or are a union employee, you are at will and the employer can give or take away...

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My truck's back window was broken out by some customer of the bar I currently work at. Am I responsible for the damages?

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

While you boss does not have a legal obligation to pay for the damages, it doesn't hurt to speak with him and ask that he help cover the deductible...

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What will happen now? Other driver has insurance and was ticketed

Cristine's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

Michigan has very specific laws regarding auto accidents which preclude an owner/operator of a vehicle that does not have insurance from suing for...