Do i have a lawsuit with an employer for getting fired over text message

You might, but it will depend on some other facts. Also, firing you via text message is not relevant - there is nothing unlawful about terminating...

Can my employer legally start my fmla leave if I am still working?

If you have had to reduce hours because of your pregnancy, the time reduced can be counted against your fmla leave. Taking leave in this fashion is...

Is it illegal for my boss to have me as an independent contractor instead of being a payroll employee?

On those facts, probably not. There is a pretty facts specific set of things a court will look at to determine if one is an employee or a...

The relevant statute is Neb Rev Stat 76-1416. You are correct that a pet deposit cannot exceed 1/4 of the monthly rent. As with all security...

Can I sue for wrongful termination or for something else?

Mr. Wilson is correct - it is unlawful for an employer to terminate you for your refusal to participate in an illegal act. Actually, it doesn't...

Can I be sued for not paying a helper enough when there was no contract or verbal agreement of what payment would be?

The first issue is to determine if these "helpers" are employees or would be considered contractors. There are a number of factors that are...

Should I sue? She is being miss used and miss treated.

Sounds like there are some violations here. What interests me the most is not clocking in until arriving at first destination. I assume this...

Will I get in trouble for taking over my brother apartment

You are essentially just subleasing the premises from your brother and making payments to the landlord. I would assume that they won't care much as...

Is mediation worth it in an employment discrimination case?

I would not be taking legal advice from your non-lawyer friend. Settlements happen all the time and they are not an admission of liability. Many...

Can they reduce my pay if I am salary for going to the doctor.

If you get paid hourly then yes, they can deduct the time you miss work for medical care. However, they generally cannot reduce your rate of pay if...