My former employer deleted my position due to lack of volume while I was out on medical leave. Knowing I would be returning in

I agree with Ms. Trevino's comments. Also, you stated in the initial question that your position was eliminated due to "lack of volume." If there...

It depends on the level of background check the employer does. It also may depend where the deferred adjudication was. If it was in Harris...

Do I need a Employment Attorney?

You may or may not have a claim. You need to speak with an employment law attorney to go over the facts with you. Requiring you to wait to speak...

If I signed a release for my employer to do background checks periodically, do they still have inform me before requesting one?

It's not possible to give a legal opinion on the requirements of a release without seeing that release. Unless you were terminated for an illegal...

Final paycheck after Resignation. Can employer ask for the salary paid before resignation?

Do you have a written employment agreement with the consulting company? This is too complicated for an attorney to accurately answer in this...

Unfair employment practice. Discriminated due to citizenship status

If you are a member of a union, that is your proper avenue for assistance. You might look at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's...

Personal injury

The file belongs to you, but they will want to make a copy. It is reasonable for you to ask how long it will take them to have your file ready for...

What constitutes "hostile workplace"

Basically, case law decisions determine what constitutes a "hostile environment" in a particular jurisdiction --for example, in the state you are...

If it is evident that HR acted to protect the employer rather than discover the truth, can the employer be liable?

The answer to your question is no. Best wishes on finding a more suitable place to work. Sounds like you will be best off to put this one behind...

From the information you have provided, it does not sound like you have a legal claim against the employer. However, you may be eligible to file...