Was contract labor was paid salary was always shorted and also did add work and shorted as well . did 60 + hrs overtime weekly

Whether you were an employee or contractor is determined on a case by case analysis. If you were an employee, and not otherwise exempt from...

Seeking advise on an exit strategy for leaving a large oilfield service company and starting a competing company.

This is probably not a question that can be answered in this forum. You should speak to an attorney in person to provide more facts and be able to...

I believe I was fired due to my ethnicity and due to the fact that I just got back from pregnancy leave. How do I make a case?

ou do not provide sufficient information to provide meaningful advice. It is unlawful for an employer to discriminate against an employee based on...

Does my employer have to pay me for coming to work early

I agree with Mr. FLowers. You are to be paid for all hours worked. This would include your lunch break if you are expected to work during lunch.

My husband hurt his foot at work and was required by a doctor to be sitting 100 percent of the time. He was going to all his

I assume you are asking if your husband's employer can terminate him in this manner, however, more facts are needed to answer your question. For...

Is it ok to lie on evaluations to terminate someone?

In general, Texas is an employment at will state. However, there are a few exceptions. For example, in your case, an employee cannot be treated...

Need a fmla lawyer in Waco, Tx

You should speak to an employment lawyer. If you do not have an attorney, I would be happy to speak with you. However, if you took advantage of...

Do I have a legit Civil Case if my boss threatens to hold certain employees checks for other employees wrong doings?

I can't speak for Oklahoma, but this would be unlawful in Texas and likely a violation of federal law as well. If your employer holds your check...

What are my rights if I am terminated while on short term disability? Can I file a lawsuit against the company?

There is no quick answer. You may be protected under the FMLA or the ADA, depending on the specific facts. If you employer is covered under the...

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Unemployment appeal reaffirmed original ruling. Should we try to appeal to the commission? Everything seemed to be in our favor.

I would appeal. Based on the facts provided, it does not sound like you were terminated for "miscondict associated with work." Depending on how...