What if your husband doesnt have a job and I own a business. Do I have to let him work for me?

You don't have to let him work there. You can close the business, but you might have to pay him overtime. I suggest you contact a local lawyer as I...

I would like to know if I should consult with an employment law attorney first before filing retaliation charges with the eeoc?

As long as you are not missing any deadlines, it could not hurt to consult with an attorney.

Do I need to get an attorney?

It couldn't hurt.

Can I sue for emotional distress in the workplace which caused me to quit after 22 years of loyal and hard working service?

It is extremely difficult to win an emotional distress case, particularly after you quit. However, it is not impossible. Furthermore, your question...

Can your boss send an email about the reasons a person was fired to the entire company?

If there was something defamatory in the email, or something wrongful about the discharge, your friend may have a claim. Your friend should speak...

My company is offering 12 weeks severance after I have worked for 29 years. Would it be a waste of time trying for better ?

Impossible to say without knowing more. If you have any claims against the company, you might be able to get more. You should talk to an...

Am I entitled to my old job?

It's difficult to answer your question from the facts presented. As a general matter, if you're absence was covered by the FMLA, you may be...

Selected as the best answer

Legal Advice on Can I get unemployment if I sign a general release form in Illinois?

As Ms. Goldstein states, you should definitely speak to an employment lawyer before you sign it. If you have claims against your employer, the...

You should contact an employment lawyer to see whether you may have an FMLA retaliation claim. Also, you need to fight for your unemployment...

Hello, I am an hourly employee, under 40 hours per week at my employer’s preference. I have been with the company for 16 years.

Unfortunately, your employer has the right to set schedules for you, including weekends. However, if you work over 40 hours per week, in most...