Questions answered by Michael F. Brown

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I was terminated while on comp due to constant court battles.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

You should consult with an NY-licensed employee rights attorney who practices in (1) workers comp and (2) discrimination law. You may be able to...

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If I am fired for a particular situation is it illegal to not fire others who do the same thing?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

Often, differential treatment does not exist to the extent a worker believes it does, or does not otherwise serve as evidence supporting a...

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If I obtained correct information for my employer but through a different method than directed does this = falsification?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

As a threshold matter, you should consider whether it appears this "falsification" accusation is something the employer really seems to believe, or...

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Can you get FMLA permanently instead of having to submit paperwork several times a year.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

You can check the employer's FMLA policy- it should have reference to "intermittent" FMLA leave is the buzzword you'll want to look for. The...

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DOES THE AVERAGE SEVERANCE PACKAGE COME WITH STIPULATIONS THAT INCLUDE A WAIVER OF ANY RIGHTS FOR FUTURE AND KEEP QUIET ORDER?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

It is common for employers to have no-rehire clauses in severance agreements. It is also common for workers who receive severance agreements to be...

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Can I sue my ex employer for sexual harassment not treated properly which cause me severe chronic anxiety?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

I am sorry to hear of your situation. The issues you describe are far too complex to be addressed via Avvo. The employer apparently took at least...

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I am a general manager one of my employees quit and email my districmanager Anan email saying I was forging one of my employees

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

If your matter is important to you, please take more time to write a clear description of what it is about, and more clearly state what your...

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I need an attorney to file a lawsuit against an old employer for deformation of charater

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

Do you have proof of the false statements the employer stated? Proof would consist of (1) a letter, email or other document; (2) an audio or video...

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Unfair termination

Michael's answer | Answered on March 01, 2015

From the facts you mention, it does not appear encouraging for a potential legal claim. However, there may be facts and circumstances you haven't...

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I work 40 hours a week for a cleaning company for the past 3 year and for not reason they stop to pay me holidays

Michael's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

I assume these are holidays you did not work. If you worked hours on a given holiday that were not paid hours, there would likely be potential...

Michael F. Brown's Answers (554)

I was terminated while on comp due to constant court battles.

If I am fired for a particular situation is it illegal to not fire others who do the same thing?

If I obtained correct information for my employer but through a different method than directed does this = falsification?

Can you get FMLA permanently instead of having to submit paperwork several times a year.

DOES THE AVERAGE SEVERANCE PACKAGE COME WITH STIPULATIONS THAT INCLUDE A WAIVER OF ANY RIGHTS FOR FUTURE AND KEEP QUIET ORDER?

Can I sue my ex employer for sexual harassment not treated properly which cause me severe chronic anxiety?

I am a general manager one of my employees quit and email my districmanager Anan email saying I was forging one of my employees

I need an attorney to file a lawsuit against an old employer for deformation of charater

Unfair termination

I work 40 hours a week for a cleaning company for the past 3 year and for not reason they stop to pay me holidays