Could this possibly be a case of defamation?

I agree that it's not defamation. In addition to the requirements that the statement must be false, it also must be made to a "third party". In...

My daughter (a nurse) is pregnant, but has not worked for her employer long enough (1 yr) to qualify for FLMA.

If she has a serious medical condition or a disability, she may be entitled to intermittent FMLA leave or an accommodation under the ADA. She...

Can my boss tell my employee things that are in my file.

It's probably not illegal unless you're being singled and this conduct is part of a pattern of harassment you're suffering because of your...

Unemplyoment fraud

You should contact a tax professional. If you earned and received the money, you probably owe taxes. If your paycheck incorrectly shows tips...

If you gave the officer the contact number, there is nothing stopping him from contacting your employer or you at work and supplying accurate...

Is there any way to get punitive damages against the Federal Gov't?

Contractual violations typically do not avail litigants to punitive damages (unless the contract specifically allows for such damages), but an...

What steps do I take towards legal action?

You may have been constructively discharged due to the hostile work environment if you quit due to the harassment. If you can prove sexual...

Can i legally tape a conversation at work in wisconsin?

Yes. In Wisconsin, as long as one party to a conversation consents to the audio recording, you may legally record it. You're a party to the...

Why am I chargeable as an employer when an employee "quits"?

You can fight the claim for unemployment by providing true and accurate information to the claim investigator and filing appeals. It is often...

The minimum wage law applies to most employees, no matter their pay structure. There are some exceptions to the minimum wage law for tipped...