Questions answered by Joel Efrem Cohen

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I think I am covered under reasonable accommodation.

Joel's answer | Answered on October 18, 2015

Speak with an attorney and discuss your specific facts to see whether you have a valid case, namely whether your employer may be in violation of...

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I am not sure what to do- is this a EEOC case, or can I go after my ex employer?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 16, 2015

Assuming you worked at a company with the minimum requisite number of employees needed to successfully file a charge for sexual harassment...

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Should my girlfriend file a "hostile work environment" sexual harassment claim? Could she also pursue criminal charges?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

Depending upon the number of employees who work at her job, she may have a viable sexual harassment claim. She likely has other claims (battery,...

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Is there anything that I can do if I was sexually harassed but past the statue of limitations?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 15, 2015

You should speak with an attorney to see what legal action you can take, even though the Statute of Limitations may have expired under one of your...

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Is there a lawyer for being laid off due to pregnancy?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 14, 2015

You may want to consult with an attorney to determine whether to file a charge for pregnancy discrimination. More facts need to be discussed. Yes,...

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I was sexually assulated at work by my supervisor, but before this he has done this two time before me

Joel's answer | Answered on October 14, 2015

Assuming you work at a place with the requisite minimum number of employees whereby you can legally do something about it, you should speak with an...

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Can my employer retaliate against me and fire me for making a discrimination complaint?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

You should contact an attorney to discuss the facts. It is possible, depending upon the discriminatory statement that was made to you, that you...

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Employer purposefully attempting to force you out your position

Joel's answer | Answered on October 13, 2015

I suggest, rather than continuing to discuss/post on-line, you contact a MS licensed attorney off-line to discuss this issue. You can find one of...

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I feel that I am being racially targeted at my job, what can I do? Can I sue if I get fired?

Joel's answer | Answered on October 11, 2015

You should contact a lawyer to speak about the possibility of filing a reverse race discrimination charge. For example, there have been two recent...

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Is it possible to sue for misrepresentation of Salary and discrimination

Joel's answer | Answered on October 08, 2015

You may want to speak with an attorney regarding a possible breach of contract claim, and a potential retaliation claim. As long as the company...

Joel Efrem Cohen's Answers (2406)

I think I am covered under reasonable accommodation.

I am not sure what to do- is this a EEOC case, or can I go after my ex employer?

Should my girlfriend file a "hostile work environment" sexual harassment claim? Could she also pursue criminal charges?

Is there anything that I can do if I was sexually harassed but past the statue of limitations?

Is there a lawyer for being laid off due to pregnancy?

I was sexually assulated at work by my supervisor, but before this he has done this two time before me

Can my employer retaliate against me and fire me for making a discrimination complaint?

Employer purposefully attempting to force you out your position

I feel that I am being racially targeted at my job, what can I do? Can I sue if I get fired?

Is it possible to sue for misrepresentation of Salary and discrimination