Can I fire my Community Relations Manager for talking about me to my Boss?

Assuming that you are this person's supervisor, you could, in theory, terminate her for insubordination. This may depend, however, on what she was...

Im a union steward and i was harrased and retailiated against because i called il dept public health. i was terminated.

The EEOC would not be the proper forum from the facts you have alleged as they deal with illegal discrimination based on such things as race or...

Is it legal to be fired from a job with a legal disability?

You cannot be terminated because of a disability. BUT, you must be able to perform the essential functions of your job. Being unable to work for a...

Are there employment rights for U.S. citizens working for a U.S. company outside of the USA?

Yes you would be protected under US law such as the EEOC. In theory, you may also be protected under the laws of the host country. The next...

Can a restaurant require a photo of you along with a resume for a serving position? I'm almost positive this is illegal.

Asking for the photo by itself is not illegal. The employer's decision to not hire an individual, however, if based on some protected trait that...

I got fired due to leaving work because of a medical condition. Can they due this?

In theory, you may have a good claim for discrimination against a perceived disability or perhaps under the FMLA. This depends, however, on how...

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How do I prepare a Settlement Letter?

The Ill Dept of Human Rights deals with discrimination based on race, gender, age, national origin, and other protected categories. It also deals...

I am being fired/ "replaced" because i missed days due to a pregnancy related issue is this legal

You need to provide the requested medical documentation ASAP and confirm your employment status with them ASAP. If it is going to take you some...

Can a prospective employer refuse to hire an applicant, b/c of an arrest (NOT a conviction or a criminal record).

The Illinois Human Rights Act makes it illegal for an employer to take any employment action against you, including a refusal to hire you, based on...

This is clearly illegal and the employer's excuse of taking money to pay for alleged damage is not even a legal reason. This act may also violate...