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Is it legal for a company headquartered in Nebraska/Washington D.C. NOT paying 1 & 1/2 for OT... What type of employee am I?

James's answer | Answered on February 15, 2016

Based upon the limited information, if an employee believes they are entitled to overtime pay they should file a wage complaint with the Missouri...

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How can i find the right attorney and can i sue for the doctor not holding up to her end of the FMLA laws and what all can i sue

James's answer | Answered on February 13, 2016

Interesting question. Can you sue a Dr for beach of an oral contract? Probably not unless you can find another doctor willing to testify that the...

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If I post a question about harassment at the workplace here, how likely is it that it can be viewed by them... managers?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

If the behavior has been reported and continues then it should be reported to the EEOC. Also consult an experienced employment lawyer. Posting a...

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How can we get a power of attorney for my husband while he is in Brazil and I'm in the US?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

A power of attorney that is drafted for your state, will be legal if signed by him before the proper person at a US Consulate or Embassy. He just...

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Is this a clear cut violation of FMLA AND AGE discrimination, if so, what is our next step?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

Based upon the facts stated, there may be an age discrimination claim. He should consult with an employee rights attorney ASAP to discuss his rights.

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Is it legal for my employer to tell me that a doctors note to excuse me from work for 2 days has to state that i am contagious?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

Not enough facts are stated to provide an answer. Generally, employers are permitted to request independent proof of an employee's absence from...

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Is it legal for a business to have a "no cancel possible" policy?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

In addition to the other suggestions, filing a complaint with the Missouri Attorney General's Office regarding consumer fraud is an option. ...

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Can I sue the person/news channel who made the allegation and ruined my brand name both on TV as well as on social media ?

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

If it can prove damages, a business who is slandered can file suit against the person or entities slandering them. However, those lawsuits are...

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I feel that I'm being retaliated against because I accused a Manager of harassment

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

If an employee reports sexual harassment to the harassing person's superiors or to the proper reporting person, the employer or harasser cannot...

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What can i do about it

James's answer | Answered on February 11, 2016

Unless the behavior is directed at people based upon their race, gender, religion, or other protected class, Missouri law allows employers to be...