I was permantly laid off after getting hurt at work and having hernia surgury. Is this legal for my employer to do this?

In addition to workers comp, you will want to get a legal analysis of a potential disability discrimination claim. Below is a link to disability...

Appealing unemployment denial in WI - do I actually need a lawyer & witnesses, or can I do it myself?

You quit for good reason attributable to the actions of the employer and will be entitled to UI, based on the facts you present. The system is...

Didnt return keys and they are holding my last check. Is this legal/ ?

No, the employer cannot hold your check, even if you have failed to return their keys. Rather than get Labor Standards or a lawyer involved, I...

Do I need a lawyer for not being paid overtime?

In answer to your question, you may not need a lawyer. You could put your tax dollars to work by contacting the Wisconsin Labor Standards Bureau. ...

Owed wages

You ask: "can I file a claim against the owners of my former employer?" Doing so is referred to as piercing the corporate veil which is rarely...

Can an employer terminate you for things on your background check even after they already knew and punished u before??

Here is the link for Arrest and Conviction Records under the Law (Equal Rights Publication ERD-7609-P).

How do I Get my Complete Employment History from my old Employer like write ups

SInce you're a Wisconsin employee, the Wisconsin Statute is applicable to your situation. The employer is not required to produce your entire file...

Can a company deny incentive pay if you met requirements, but resigned after the end of fiscal year (but before the payout)?

In addition to the oral contract issue your attorney will want to take a look at the procurement doctrine. The procurement doctrine applies to...

Employer forcing employees to get flu shot.

The issue is whether there is a legitimate health/safety reason for the requirement. If so, that could trump your religious tenet that forbids the...

Disability discrimination, retaliation, adverse employment, continuous course of conduct and wrongful layoff from a huge company

It may take 1-2 years to resolve your case. You do not have to have more resources than the company to win your case-- you need only budget...

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