If I have FMLA leave time, can my manager question my illness?

You should speak to an experienced employment lawyer in your area.

If you had a serious medical condition, the company was aware of it, and you were nevertheless able to perform your job, your discharge might be a...

I need advice on an employment issue.

First things to do: request your wife's personnel file from the company--which they have to give you within seven days--and then file for...

I was let go from my job for one reason when I filed for unemployment the employer lied about the circumstances. Can I sue?

For unemployment, you have several levels of appeal, pending on what stage you are at in the process. With respect to suing, the mere fact that...

We've got a "beyond" frivolous employment arbitration case (AAA) for $191,000. Can we get attorney fees as prevailing party?

Can't answer without knowing what claims are being asserted, what your arbitration agreement says, and which AAA rules you are under. If you don't...

Is it the law that salaried employees who work on a holiday (i.e. Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day) receive a comp day?

No

CAN EMPLOYEE SUE ME IF I SIGNED NON COMPETE AGREEMENT WHEN THE COMPANY HIRED ME?

No one can predict whether an employer will sue you. You can, however, retain a lawyer to review your situation and the applicable agreements, and...

Does Illinois protect me if I am pregnant and get fired for it?

Both state and federal law prohibit discharges based on pregnancy. Of course, you still have to prove that their decision was based on your...

Received severance agreement; how to ask for more severance and cobra?

Generally, unless you have claims against the company, you don't have a lot of leverage to get more money. It's not impossible, though. You may...

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How can I subpoena a previous IL employer/employees under oath so they stop giving deceitful information in my reference?

Under Illinois law, an employer is immune from liability if it gives truthful references. If the employer lies, it might be liable for defamation...

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