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Employment lawyer

Ethan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

This is a very nuanced issue but yes, I believe this is gender discrimination. The discrimination is not in regards to what you are wearing...

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Job rescinded after addiction recovery disclosed

Ethan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

I'm sorry for the situation you are in. This could be a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act. An employment attorney can determine...

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I am planning on obtaining a job as a paralegal assistant. Will an online certificate do or should I get an Associate's?

Ethan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

I teach employment law at Loyola's Paralegal School. I highly recommend obtaining your paralegal certificate!

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Employment contract and termination

Ethan's answer | Answered on April 06, 2015

I'm sorry for the situation you are in. This may be a violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. An employment attorney can determine whether...

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How to address discrimination, harassment, and "bullying" resulting in discharge!

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

I suggest searching for a local attorney to discuss this situation. Good luck.

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Can an employer ask on an application if you were ever molested?

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

This is out of bounds on any employment application. I would suggest discussing the situation with an employment attorney -- especially if your...

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Can I sue my employer?

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

I agree with the comments of my colleagues. I will add that it is important to understand if the behavior in the workplace is due to some sort of...

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Would it be in my best interest to obtain legal counsel or just file with the EEOC for multiple ongoing issues from my employer?

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

The EEOC is often over-taxed and under-resourced, Having an employment attorney in your corner to assist is always a good idea,

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The exterminator told my employer that my home was the the source of the bed bug infestation in the work place did they do wrong

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 18, 2015

I cannot answer the question of whether your exterminator did something wrong -- although I do not believe so. I can tell you that an employer can...

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What is insubordination?

Ethan's answer | Answered on March 16, 2015

Unfortunately, an employer can terminate you for any reason so long as it is not a discriminatory or retaliatory reason. Unless you believe that...