Questions answered by Sally Ann Comin

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Contract employee discrimination?

Sally's answer | Answered on January 15, 2015

Unfortunately, your status as a contract employer does not entitle you to extra protection by any federal, state and local fair employment...

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Can I work after non compete agreement for a client

Sally's answer | Answered on December 09, 2014

In order to determine whom you can or cannot work for will be governed by the terms of the non-compete agreement. Please contact an experienced...

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How do I pursue my former employer for not paying me my vacation time?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 24, 2014

The Illinois Department of Labor handles matters concerning accrued, but unused, vacation hours. You can file a claim there against your former...

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What should I do if I was told that my employment at a charter school in Chicago "is not a good fit" and told to resign?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 18, 2014

In most cases, if you voluntarily resign from your position, you are not eligible for unemployment compensation benefits. Please consult with an...

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Must I reimburse a previous employer visa fees?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 06, 2014

Your obligations are spelled out in the document that you signed. I suggest that you see an experienced employment attorney to discuss this matter...

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Is it true without employment contract, and other than whistleblow,discrimination , you can be fired for any reason ant time?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 05, 2014

You are correct. However, you should still discuss the facts of your case with an expereienced employment attorney to make sure you are correct in...

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When should I receive my last paycheck?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 01, 2014

Under the Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act, an employee must receive his or her last paycheck on the day of termination , or no later than...

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I was classified as an independent contractor by a company. However, I believe I was misclassified. Do I have a case?

Sally's answer | Answered on November 01, 2014

Misclassifying employees as independent contractors instead of employees is a widespread problem Make sure that you speak with a qualified...

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What do I do if an employee resigns before his contract ends?

Sally's answer | Answered on October 31, 2014

The penalities for breach of contract should be spelled out in the employment contract between your hospital and the departing physician. Please...

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I am on H1B and I have received a 2 weeks notice of termination. How do I legally stay here and get my h1 transferred

Sally's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

This is an immigration issue. Please contact an experienced immigration attorney to help you with this matter.

Sally Ann Comin's Answers (17)

Contract employee discrimination?

Can I work after non compete agreement for a client

How do I pursue my former employer for not paying me my vacation time?

What should I do if I was told that my employment at a charter school in Chicago "is not a good fit" and told to resign?

Must I reimburse a previous employer visa fees?

Is it true without employment contract, and other than whistleblow,discrimination , you can be fired for any reason ant time?

When should I receive my last paycheck?

I was classified as an independent contractor by a company. However, I believe I was misclassified. Do I have a case?

What do I do if an employee resigns before his contract ends?

I am on H1B and I have received a 2 weeks notice of termination. How do I legally stay here and get my h1 transferred