Do i need an attorney? If so what kind?

I had back surgery a year ago, so I really feel for you regarding you back problem. You might have claims under either the Americans with...

Can an employee, who has been with the company for more than a year, be terminated for refusing to sign a non-compete agreement?

As Mr. Ezold said, the employer can terminate your employment if you decline to sign the non-compete. I've seen a lot of non-competes over the...

Can I sue my workplace for cutting my hours because I called for an inspection from OSHA?

You may have a claim against the company for unlawful retaliation. You should consult in person with an employment lawyer to get a careful...

Can employer withhold commissions due to employer's lack of attention?

Legal. An employer may have a policy that a commission is earned only after the company receives payment from the customer, and the sales...

Is this considered wrongful termination and/or defamation of character?

"At will" means that he could be fired for any reason or no reason at all. He can't be fired because of a protected characteristic (e.g., race) or...

"Hearsay" is a rule of evidence that applies in the court room, but it doesn't apply in the employment setting. As a general rule, employers have...

If the Department of Labor's attorney is not meeting my expectations for a case, can I go to a private attorney.

You should consult in person with a private attorney to get a careful evaluation of your situation, and do it BEFORE you withdraw from the DOL...

My employer fired me. Am I entitled to an employee handbook? And am I entitled to profit sharing offered by my employer?

It depends on the what the profit sharing plan says. My guess is that the plan says that you must be an active employee on the date the payment is...

Do I have to wear attire Furnished by my employer that is covered with advertising of various company slogans and advertising?

Yes. Your employer may require that you wear certain clothing at work.

I don't believe that there is not protection for discrimination against tall people in Oregon. Michigan has a law that prohibits "heightism," by I...