Can my employer legally fire me for filing a discrimination complaint against a former employer?

No, you can not be terminated for filing a complaint against your former employer. If this happened, you have a claim of retaliation. You should...

I work for a magazine company. Am I an independent contractor or employee

There are several factors a court would consider, but based on the information provided, you could certainly argue that you are an employees, and...

Should I request the payment of overtime myself or get an attorney?

To answer this question adequately requires more information. You should speak with an attorney. If you do not have an attorney, I would be happy...

My position was filled while I was out on FML. My 12 weeks expired but my doctor kept me off work.

I agree with Mr. Holmes. Although an employer is not required under the FMLA to hold a position for more than 12 weeks, they may be required under...

Can an employer take an employee from salaried to hourly without notice in the state of Texas?

The short answer is yes. However, the more important question is whether you were ever truly an exempt employee. The change indicates that you may...

IS TEXAS WORK FORCE MY ONLY LEGAL SOURCE WHEN IT COME TO MY COMPANY NOT PAYING ALMOST 80 HRS OF MY WORK TIME?

If you are owed unpaid wages, you should speak to an attorney. Depending on the size of the company, the reason for surgery and the length of...

I work and commute to 2 different optometry offices and get paid hourly. Am I entitled to overtime?

Based ion the facts provided, it does not sound like you are exempt under the FLSA. You should be paid overtime. You should probably speak to an...

Being made to work off the clock!

In Texas, and every other state, employees must be paid for every hour worked. If you are non-exempt, you are not allowed to work off the clock...

Is it illegal to work off the clock?

In Texas, and every other state, employees must be paid for every hour worked. If you are non-exempt, you are not allowed to work off the clock...

In Texas, am I required to report a car accident insurance settlement to unemployment and wrongful termination advice needed:

The length of employment does not matter with regard to sexual harassment claims. These types of cases are fact specific and are analyzed on a...

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