Questions answered by Amy S Cramer

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Can my employer fire me for filing a lawsuit against their insurance company for STD and LTD benefits that I was denied?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I agree with Edward --technically, no your employer cannot fire you for your use of benefits under ERISA or the Employee Retirement Income Security...

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Can employee file civil suit against former employer for not paying stated severance upon termination?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

Absolutely contact an employee benefits attorney in your area. If it's an enforceable contract, then legally you should get your money. Moreover,...

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Can I get terminated for being sick?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I'm so sorry that you were terminated. 12 hours or more each day without any lunch or two 15 minute breaks is against the law.That's terrible, but...

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Discrimination, I out 3 juvenile students involved in a school incident was suspended from school. What can I do?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I agree with Golnar. I think that there aren't any facts that can be used as a basis for a lawsuit. I am so sorry your son is being bullied though....

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Valet work paid with tip money "BOX FEE" made up by owner! already sued by former employ for not paying employs three years ago

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

When you work for tips, you're supposed to declare all your tips as income to the IRS when you file your taxes. This so-called box fee may be your...

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What is considered a starting date for collecting the unemployment benefits ?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I would definitely call and ask them what their protocol is. Perhaps you were paid for that week and didn't realize because it was in a lump sum...

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What legal responsibility does a company have to an employee after committing to Health benefits and deducting payroll wages?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

You should contact an employee benefits attorney in your area. You should have proof of enrollment as soon as your employer starts deducting. Is it...

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Does my employer have the legal right to keep a copy of health insurance application?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

It may very well be that you did sign a HIPAA privacy release without knowing it--also your company may be self-insured, making HIPAA not apply. I...

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Based on past court cases, & c&d letters, what verbiage is likely to be abused in the following non-solicit/non-compete prov.?

Amy's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

Greetings, While I am not licensed to practice in MA, I was, however, able to look up the elements of a legal non-compete in your state. A...

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Can a bank take my Mothers Social Security (only income) to pay for a house she co signed for

Amy's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

I'm so sorry that your family is going through this. A bank cannot garnish your mom's social security for default on a home loan, but if your...

Amy S Cramer's Answers (244)

Can my employer fire me for filing a lawsuit against their insurance company for STD and LTD benefits that I was denied?

Can employee file civil suit against former employer for not paying stated severance upon termination?

Can I get terminated for being sick?

Discrimination, I out 3 juvenile students involved in a school incident was suspended from school. What can I do?

Valet work paid with tip money "BOX FEE" made up by owner! already sued by former employ for not paying employs three years ago

What is considered a starting date for collecting the unemployment benefits ?

What legal responsibility does a company have to an employee after committing to Health benefits and deducting payroll wages?

Does my employer have the legal right to keep a copy of health insurance application?

Based on past court cases, & c&d letters, what verbiage is likely to be abused in the following non-solicit/non-compete prov.?

Can a bank take my Mothers Social Security (only income) to pay for a house she co signed for