Am I allowed to see the contract, and what rights do I have if I feel I don't want to work until things are set in stone.

Yes, you have every right to see your employment contract - and should read and approve it - before you agree to go to work under the terms and...

Am I entitled to unemployment if my employer puts me on unpaid leave for a year.

The "extended leave" sounds like a layoff. If you are laid off by your employer or let go for any reason that does not disqualify you from...

The likely thrust of any action against your husband will be administrative collection efforts by the state to recover any UC benefits overpaid to...

Should I seek compensation for lost wages?

The nature of any claim you may have against your former employer will depend on the actual enforceability of the non-compete agreement at issue. ...

I want to get rid of my long time accountant, but I'm concerned as to how I do this so she does not claim age discrimination.

In Minnesota, you can terminate an employee for no reason or any reason but not an illegal reason. As you already know, age is an illegal reason. ...

What are my legal rights if my health issues are caused my contamination at work?

First question: have you spoken to your employer about your concern? Regardless of whether the rash and illness come form co-employees or...

Americans with Disabilities Act and employment question.

The advice from Ms. Mika Spencer is sound and consistent with Minnesota law, under the Minnesota Human Rights Act. Your employer cannot act to...

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