Questions answered by Joel Efrem Cohen

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Sometimes the Human Resources lady at my job starts off a sentence with "Okay, I hope this doesn't offend anyone but.."

Joel's answer | Answered on August 24, 2013

If you have 15+ employees, then it may be worth to tape record her without her knowledge, and then speak with an attorney about what to do next. If...

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I need help with a potential hostile work environment. I have complained multiple times but nothing is done.

Joel's answer | Answered on August 23, 2013

You may want to consult with an attorney. Specifically, if you by chance objected to the sexual comments made towards a co-worker by the harasser,...

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Employer Discriminating against employee with Handicap

Joel's answer | Answered on August 20, 2013

It is possible that you have a valid disability discrimination case. I urge you to consult with a lawyer who practices in this area of the law. ...

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Does the manager have a right to cut my hours for no reason and erase hours when I come in for that shift and send me home?

Joel's answer | Answered on August 18, 2013

I suggest you contact me or another lawyer about this issue.I think the manager not wanting you to take a picture of the schedule is a tell-tale...

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What legal measures can I take for a boss that threatened to fire me for not working Sundays due to religious duties.

Joel's answer | Answered on August 16, 2013

I strongly suggest you speak with an employment lawyer to determine whether you have a valid case of religious discrimination. ---------...

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Can my supervisor force me to assume managerial duties of another existing supervisors department?

Joel's answer | Answered on August 11, 2013

It is possible that you're correct--that you're suffering retaliation for having initially complained about discrimination. Without knowing the...

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Is this a hostile work enviorment?

Joel's answer | Answered on August 01, 2013

While much of what this GM does is highly inappropriate (stealing, drugs, skims other employees' sales) and may be deemed by many to be a "hostile"...

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Can i get demoated at work for being a mother with three children

Joel's answer | Answered on July 13, 2013

It is possible that you're a victim of what is now considered "Family Responsibility Discrimination." You should speak with a lawyer as soon as...

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I was sexual harassed at work and he admitted to the boss that he did, so now can he still keep him as an employee?

Joel's answer | Answered on July 13, 2013

You should speak with one of us about this situation as soon as possible. There are several steps you can take to strengthen your position at work....

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Can I sue for harassment at work?

Joel's answer | Answered on July 13, 2013

You posted this question, and either AVVO or your placed it in the sexual harassment category. Currently despite the movement towards instituting...

Joel Efrem Cohen's Answers (2416)

Sometimes the Human Resources lady at my job starts off a sentence with "Okay, I hope this doesn't offend anyone but.."

I need help with a potential hostile work environment. I have complained multiple times but nothing is done.

Employer Discriminating against employee with Handicap

Does the manager have a right to cut my hours for no reason and erase hours when I come in for that shift and send me home?

What legal measures can I take for a boss that threatened to fire me for not working Sundays due to religious duties.

Can my supervisor force me to assume managerial duties of another existing supervisors department?

Is this a hostile work enviorment?

Can i get demoated at work for being a mother with three children

I was sexual harassed at work and he admitted to the boss that he did, so now can he still keep him as an employee?

Can I sue for harassment at work?