Questions answered by Joel Efrem Cohen

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Do I need an employment and disability lawyer?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 25, 2015

At this stage, it sounds like the company hasn't yet discriminated against you, so there is frankly no need to hire an attorney. If things change,...

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How does one determine if age discrimination has been violated with a job termination?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 23, 2015

Speak with an attorney and discuss the facts, and the attorney will educate you on the ADEA and Supreme Court and state case law with respect to...

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I was sexually harassed at work in March I know I have 180days to file a claim in Georgia but I want to know if I have a case

Joel's answer | Answered on June 21, 2015

Whether or not you have a valid claim depends upon more facts that would need to be known by a lawyer with regard to a "knew/should have known"...

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I was sexually harassed at work in March did I wait to long for a law suit ??

Joel's answer | Answered on June 20, 2015

You have 180 days in GA to file a charge of discrimination (it extends to 300 days under federal law, but there are nuances that you and an...

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How would I go about filing a sexual harassment suit against my former employer?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 19, 2015

You may want to contact a licensed GA lawyer who handles such cases. One of us can direct you as to the appropriate steps to take--assuming you...

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Wife's employer cut her hours after she got pregnant. What recourse do we have?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 18, 2015

You can speak with an attorney to see if you have grounds to file a charge against the company for pregnancy discrimination (not against the...

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Is this something I should take to court, or settle out of? Need advice please.

Joel's answer | Answered on June 17, 2015

You should contact an attorney ASAP to discuss this matter. My main concern for you is the Statute of Limitations (180; 300 days, depending upon...

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I was fired in retaliation for filing a racial discrimination complaint. What do I need to do now?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

It would be wise for you to contact a lawyer off-line, so as to guide you in the correct manner how to navigate filing a racial...

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Forced out of job/home due to sexual harassment done to me - Can I sue the company I worked for and community I lived at?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 16, 2015

You should consult with an attorney off-line about your situation, and how to handle it from here.

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Is it still sexual harassment if co-worker's behavior occurs outside of work hours?

Joel's answer | Answered on June 15, 2015

You may want to speak with a lawyer as to how to handle this issue. Definitely, complaining to HR (in writing, and keeping a copy beforehand) about...

Joel Efrem Cohen's Answers (2406)

Do I need an employment and disability lawyer?

How does one determine if age discrimination has been violated with a job termination?

I was sexually harassed at work in March I know I have 180days to file a claim in Georgia but I want to know if I have a case

I was sexually harassed at work in March did I wait to long for a law suit ??

How would I go about filing a sexual harassment suit against my former employer?

Wife's employer cut her hours after she got pregnant. What recourse do we have?

Is this something I should take to court, or settle out of? Need advice please.

I was fired in retaliation for filing a racial discrimination complaint. What do I need to do now?

Forced out of job/home due to sexual harassment done to me - Can I sue the company I worked for and community I lived at?

Is it still sexual harassment if co-worker's behavior occurs outside of work hours?