Questions answered by Josh Michael Friedman

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Does a typical work harassment lawsuit where the EEOC already found them guilty, take over a year in court?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 25, 2013

Cant really give you an opinion without knowing more facts. What I can tell you is that the average case usually lasts about two years. If it is a...

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Is there any way I can find out before my unemployment appeal hearing the reason my former employers gave for appealing?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 24, 2013

You can go to the local office to review the file. You also have the right to file a number of appeals to delay the repayment if you lose. You may...

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Can i Sue or take it to the EEOC?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 22, 2013

It depends on the actual reason the company relied on in denying you employment. You should speak to an experienced employment lawyer to review...

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A "not to compete within 50 miles" agreement is in play for a person I want to hire. Is that point to point, or by roads?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 22, 2013

Typically it's point to point. Fifty miles seems a little far to be valid. I suggest you consult with an experienced employment attorney to review...

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Can I sue my former employer for wrongful termination?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 21, 2013

You may have a case, but you should contact an employment lawyer as soon as possible as you may have very short deadlines for filing a claim. Most...

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Will I receive unemployment?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 21, 2013

You need to show that you did not commit misconduct--that you did not intentionally violate a rule. You may want to consider retaining an...

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Idk what to do with this sexual harassment from my manager. Help ? Do I have a case ?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 19, 2013

See an experienced employment lawyer immediately!

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Hello, am i eligible for unemployment payment if I was fired without warning, ie they did not inform me in advance?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 19, 2013

I can't give you a definitive answer without knowing all the facts. Your entitlement to unemployment under your scenario is not whether you had...

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My mother was let go from her job after 21 years. They advised her they were "eliminating" her position.

Josh's answer | Answered on April 18, 2013

It is illegal to fire someone simply to prevent them from taking advantage of health care benefits. If that is the case here, your mother may have...

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Do I have "good cause attributable to the employer" for resigning and filing for unemployment?

Josh's answer | Answered on April 17, 2013

Very sorry to hear about your situation. Your question is a very close call, and i would not feel comfortable giving you an answer without knowing...

Josh Michael Friedman's Answers (1684)

Does a typical work harassment lawsuit where the EEOC already found them guilty, take over a year in court?

Is there any way I can find out before my unemployment appeal hearing the reason my former employers gave for appealing?

Can i Sue or take it to the EEOC?

A "not to compete within 50 miles" agreement is in play for a person I want to hire. Is that point to point, or by roads?

Can I sue my former employer for wrongful termination?

Will I receive unemployment?

Idk what to do with this sexual harassment from my manager. Help ? Do I have a case ?

Hello, am i eligible for unemployment payment if I was fired without warning, ie they did not inform me in advance?

My mother was let go from her job after 21 years. They advised her they were "eliminating" her position.

Do I have "good cause attributable to the employer" for resigning and filing for unemployment?