Sounds like work isn't happy with your work. And all this happened before anything FMLA so I wouldn't see that as a savior. Best look for a new job.

There should be deductions taken out. I would simply ask him about it and ask when no deductions are being taken out. Do it by email so you have...

That is a hard one to determine just by what you wrote. Under Illinois law they can't terminate you for an arrest-they could for a conviction...

You already contacted the IDOL for a wage and hour claim I assume. That would be the best way to progress. Also keep track of your hours so down...

You really didn't ask a question. The short answer is you work for them and they can have you do duties they need done at the time. Or you could...

You should contact a lawyer in your area who can hlep you hold the workplace accountable for this. Good luck.

I am assuming you mean can you be terminated without prior warnings? If that is your question the answer is yes.

You are an employee at will unless under a contract. If you are under a contract it will spell out what you can be terminated for.

They should let you out or pay you. Check with a lawyer in your state in order to take action against your employer.

Yes they can validate it and yes the person would be terminated for turning in a false note......................