If an employee feels that they are a victim of discrimination & retaliation do they contact EEOC or an attorney first?

The EEOC is understaffed and does not promptly respond to inquiries. In my opinion, it is best to consult an experienced employment lawyer in your...

They do not have to give you your job back once your 12 weeks of FMLA are exhausted. But they do have to try and give you a reasonable...

Can my employer suspend me for low performance (sales quota) based on minimum standards for F.T. employees while working P.T.

Your employer can suspended if you were treated equally with other employees. It does not matter whether you are working full-time or part-time....

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Can I get fired if I leave because my boss repeatedly refuses to send someone to relieve me? (Going on for over 2 month's )

Your husband should tell them that they cannot violate Department of Transportation regulations. He should also tell them that it is a danger to be...

I was sexually harrassed/touched/assaulted in a mental facility in front of employees and nothing was done about it.

You should never be assaulted or harassed, especially in a mental health facility. You should have a consultation with a personal injury lawyer in...

How should i handle this

You did not tell us the actual comments that you made about your daughter. Some employers have strict policies against threats of violence in the...

Can I sue my employer for sexual harassment??

First, it is unlawful for a company to retaliate against your for reporting or opposing sexual harassment. You should tell your immediate manager...

What reasonable accommodations can I request under ADA or should I look at filing Workman's Comp?

It would be unlawful for your employer to fire you for requesting reasonable accommodation for your carpal tunnel condition or to fire you for...

Hostile Workplace

If you have a human resources department, take your complaint against your co-worker there. Tell them they need to prevent a hostile work...

Will I win my unemployment hearing if my ex employer forged witness statements and I have proof?

If you have proof of fraud, you should submit this proof in response to your employer's appeal. Have the witnesses sign affidavits that they never...