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Is it discrimination when a manager doesn't hire you because you're gay? And starts giving my girlfriend less hours?
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Answered on August 09, 2015
The issue of proof in these cases often is the difficulty. There must be proof of discrimination and not just a suspicion of discrimination. The...
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I am in search of a LITIGATION attorney, not someone who takes the easy road out by settlement. Anyone?
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Answered on April 19, 2015
Certainly, there are many trial lawyers who have the ability to help in situations like these. Personally, I do not practice in Oregon. Consider...
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Son was bit in the face by the daycare providers dog in Feb 2015. He had 22 Stiches. can I sue?
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Answered on April 16, 2015
Most states do permit claims like these. Many states have statutes that actually provide multiple times damages where the dog has bitten before....
If other side failed to provide timely responses to discovery does that waive their right to present documents as evidence?
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Answered on May 26, 2013
The judge has wide discretion in discovery about permitting even late answers. There are few bright lines, where the failure of a party to provide...
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Do i need a lawyer to protect me from incriminating myself in a deposition hearing?
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Answered on April 17, 2011
As a practical matter, it is best to have a lawyer at a deposition like this to protect your interest because lawyers are trained to make the...
Is a Lawsuit considered a "Threat" or "Extortion"?
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Answered on April 16, 2011
The statement that one intends to sue is surely a threat, but I have never seen any case suggesting that it is extortion, provided that the basis...
I need more time to answer interrogatories in U.S Distrinct Court, do I file with the Court requesting an extension of time?
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Answered on April 16, 2011
Often, it is easier to simply ask opposing counsel for an extension. These are routinely granted, especially where the other party has not...
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Can I file a law suite?
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Answered on May 30, 2010
In addition to what Atty. Leech indicated in his answer, you should be aware that Wisconsin has a privacy statute that might have been violated in...
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Can i be fired for my tattoos
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Answered on May 30, 2010
Assuming that your tatoos are not part of some legitimate religious practice, and further assuming that there is no law in Texas protecting one in...
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Can my employer make me repay the company for a lost deposit?
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Answered on May 29, 2010
Assuming that you had no contract of employment making you responsible for the money no matter what, the employer would have to show that you were...