Questions answered by Hardin Thomas Haynes

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Can an employer require you to take a class that has nothing to do with the job?

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 13, 2015

The general answer is that employers can make you go to whatever classes they deem you should go to. There are some very limited exceptions, but we...

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Does my mother need to come to Missouri to sue for grandparent's rights or can she file in her state of New Jersey?

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 12, 2015

Agreed, if they have lived in Missouri six months then it is Missouri that has jurisdiction. She would have to come here. I think I would let it be...

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Gave ex 60 day notice of relocation. She does not agree with my proposed visitation schedule but has not filed anything legally.

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 11, 2015

There is nothing "official" regarding custody arrangements if the court does not set it out. Even if both parties agree, sign it, and have it...

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I'm looking for a Christian lawyer. Preferably a woman who will understand my circumstances. A lawyer close to Lincoln County.

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 05, 2015

I just wanted to add (to make it clear) that you are not getting directed to the find a lawyer tab because nobody wants to talk to you. We are...

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I bought my girlfriend now fiancée a very large ring I want back due to the fact I called off the

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 05, 2015

I agree with Mr. Hoyt. There are two lines of cases in Missouri about this issue. One is that it is pure gift, and one that is a conditional...

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Could I sue my employer for demoting me ?

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 05, 2015

Yes, they can demote you. they can do so without talking to you, just because they woke up in a bad mood. Missouri is an employment at will state...

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I haven't been fired nor have I been suspended from my job, but my employer disabled my access to the building. Is this legal?

Hardin's answer | Answered on August 05, 2015

it sure sounds like you were fired. Generally being told to gather your things & leave the premises means fired. Employers can fire you anytime for...

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How do I find an attorney for wrongful termination in MO?

Hardin's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

As mentioned, Missouri is an employment at will state. They can require you to do the impossible...say fly 27 feet into the air using only the...

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Do I have any legal rights to programs I created during an internship?

Hardin's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

"Internship rights" are kind of a new area of litigation...and there is an attitude amongst employers that nothing is ever owed to an intern that...

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Do I need a family lawyer?

Hardin's answer | Answered on July 27, 2015

I don't know that I would say "worried" but you should take it seriously. A paternity action is going to be necessary, and as part of that process...

Hardin Thomas Haynes's Answers (279)

Can an employer require you to take a class that has nothing to do with the job?

Does my mother need to come to Missouri to sue for grandparent's rights or can she file in her state of New Jersey?

Gave ex 60 day notice of relocation. She does not agree with my proposed visitation schedule but has not filed anything legally.

I'm looking for a Christian lawyer. Preferably a woman who will understand my circumstances. A lawyer close to Lincoln County.

I bought my girlfriend now fiancée a very large ring I want back due to the fact I called off the

Could I sue my employer for demoting me ?

I haven't been fired nor have I been suspended from my job, but my employer disabled my access to the building. Is this legal?

How do I find an attorney for wrongful termination in MO?

Do I have any legal rights to programs I created during an internship?

Do I need a family lawyer?