Can an employer refuse to pay money owed me after an oversight but pay 2 others for the same oversight?

This situation definitely sounds problematic. You may be entitled to the compensation under the Fair Labor Standards Act or state wage laws. In...

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Independent contractor or Employee.

This is a big issue in labor & employment law and is a very fact-specific inquiry. You should definitely consult with a Louisiana labor and...

Do I need an attorney to help with an overtime issue that's owed to me from a previous employer or labor department?

This is definitely an issue that an attorney can help out with. Under the Federal Labor Standards Act, non-exempt employees are entitled to 1 1/2...

Do I have any legal right to pursue rescision of a job offer after a background check

You have certain rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act with respect to challenging inaccurate information on a background/credit report when...

I have to have surgery and my company will not approve me for our short term disability.

This is a very fact-specific question. You may have rights under laws such as the Family Medical Leave Act and the Americans with Disabilities...

If an employment contract states that both parties may terminate with 30 days notice, and I give 30 days notice.

The answer depends on the specific language of the employment contract. There are many labor & employment attorneys like myself who will provide a...

Your situation seems suspicious and I highly recommend that you contact a labor & employment attorney like myself. Based on the reason given for...

Do I need an attorney??

You should absolutely consult an attorney about this. I am an employment law attorney and I am happy to provide a free consultation to discuss...

A CUSTOMER HIT ME WITH A CHAIR @ A CASINO , WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS? CAN I SUE?

If you were injured at your place of work, you can file a worker's compensation claim to obtain benefits from your employer and you also may have...

I got diagnosed with thyroid cancer, had to have surgery. Was out of work 1 week. Now I'm able return to work with a restriction

Your situation likely is governed by the Family Medical Leave Act (depending on the size of your employer and other factors). The employer has the...