If you submit the application, anything other than truthful answers may very well hurt you later, particularly if the employer violates your rights...

I have a couple of debts in collection agencies - when I die can these agencies collect from my children?

Generally speaking, your children will not be liable for your debts unless they were one of the creditors on the account or loan. Debts are not...

My former employer owes me money

If your former employer has the money or resources to pay the wages, then a private attorney would likely take your case, sue the employer and...

Is it legal for a company during the application screening process to ask if you have a disability?

It is generally unlawful for an employer to ask about disabilities during the application process. Wisconsin employers are subject to the...

Is it illegal to fire someone trying to join the Army?

In Wisconsin, it is a violation of the Fair Employment Act to discriminate against an employee or applicant because of military service or attempts...

Can my supervisor make me reduce hours, that I worked, on my timesheet?

You are legally protected under Wisconsin law if you complain that your supervisor is telling you to misreport your hours and you will then not get...

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Is the oil change company liable?

What you describe sounds like potential claims under negligence, possible misrepresentation and breach of warranty. Hopefully the local oil change...

Can my boss fire me for calling in when my daughter was in hospital and severely sick even tho I have doctors notes excusing me?

The Federal Family & Medical Leave Act and the Wisconsin Family & Medical Leave law may give you remedies if you are covered. The Wisconsin law is...

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Is it wrongful termination of employment?

Termination of employment for an arrest record violates the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act. The probationary status does not affect an employee's...

Should I be held responsible for these debts and have my credit destroyed?

This is a very difficult issue to resolve. It involves analysis under state law for marital property and debt and also the rights of creditors and...