I have not been able to find another job...do I have any legal rights?

This might be an FMLA (or even an ADA) case, but there are not enough facts provided to tell. You should talk with a qualified employment lawyer...

Rixon Rafter is right. But is there more to your story? What was it that you were not happy about? There are some protections under Louisiana...

Is there a limit to how many hours my job can require me to work past my salaried 40?

Jay has it right. If you are indeed exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, you can be required to work as many hours as the company likes. ...

Can I file a claim with Eeoc for discrimination? Is this illegal? What steps should I take if so? Can my employer do this to me

These are complicated situations and it is important for you to understand all of the legal issues and consider the options available so that you...

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When I leave my job is it required that I get a check for my five vacation days and five sick days that I have not use?

In Louisiana, the answer will depend on your employer's policies on vacation and sick leave. Typically, sick leave does not get paid out in cash...

Can I have legal action taken against me if legal action was not taken on anyone else that left prior to me?

Without actually seeing the contract I cannot say for sure, but it sounds like your non-compete may be written in a way that makes it unenforceable...

On the surface, this appears to be a violation of the employee's rights. However, there are some overtime exceptions and other questions that the...

Employment problems adverse conditions questions

"Unfair" does not mean "illegal." So I would need more information to determine if there was a claim. There is a law that prohibits some...

Should I find an attorney?

Chris's answer is correct. You should speak with an experienced employment attorney because this appears to be a violation.

Is an ex employer obligated to pay me for any unused vacation time I accured if I quit?

It would depend on the employer's policies and past practices with vacation pay, but usually an employee is entitled to pay for unused vacation. ...