Can my residential cleaning employer take my holiday gratuities?

Tips can be pooled and shared in certain circumstances, but not taken outright. You should contact a local labor/employment attorney to more fully...

Can your employer force you work in hazardous conditions?

To answer your "Title Question," no, your employer cannot force you to work in hazardous conditions. You have the legally-protected right to refuse...

Do I have grounds to take my employer to court?

It's very difficult to tell whether any claim you may have would be successful. Companys generally don't need to have any reason, much less a good...

Argument I got fired he didn't and two others were about to fight and they still work there

Generally, employees are employed "at will," meaning you can be fired for any reason, including "bad," "irrational," and even "unfair" reasons....

How can I tell if my lawyer Is working for my employer

Lawyers are generally under strict "conflict of interest" and confidentiality rules. We generally can't disclose *anything* told to us by our...

Looking for an attorney that represents employees of school districts. Would like to ask some questions.

You can try the "Find a Lawyer" tab to find a plaintiffs' labor/employment lawyer in your area. Best wishes.

Employer assigned me in a place in which i dont like, can i decline?

Your contract may have the answer. If it specifies your assignment, then you have the right to that assignment; if it gives the Company the right...

Do I need a lawyer for a civil case if I am the one suing the other party?

No, you don't "need" a lawyer. And many small claims courts don't allow lawyer representations. But outside of small claims, it's generally...

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Can I sue my ex-employer for being fired unjustly and defamation of character?

I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Generally speaking, employees are employed "at will," meaning they can be fired for any reason,...

The work clock being "wrong" isn't itself illegal -- if you're scheduled at "8:00," for example, you might really know that means "7:52" "your...