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A customer complained about my alleged conduct while working in their office, and got me fired. What legal recourse do I have?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

You may have a claim under the Americans with Disabilities Act, but more information is needed to know for sure. I would encourage you to consult...

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My husband works 40 hours a week or less but has to work seven days a week all the time. Works every day. Is this illegal?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

No, it's not illegal. An employer in Arkansas may require employees to work seven days per week, unless the employee is covered under an...

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My daughter's employer frequently does not allow her breaks.

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

By not allowing your daughter to have a short break to eat, your daughter's current employer may be failing to provide a "reasonable accommodation"...

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My daughters back went out while she was working and fell.

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

It sounds like your daughter and the other nurse may have a personality conflict. It that is the case, then there is probably not a legal remedy.

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Can a salaried employee be docked for missed time under the fair labor standards act?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

Yes, it can. If you were exempt, then the employer would risk losing the exemption if it docked your salary for partial day absences. However,...

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Are you able to return to work when your work restrictions expire or do you have to have a release?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

Your employer may have failed to provide a "reasonable accommodation" as required under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Also, your employer...

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I was just laid off. do i legally have to sign my employer's exit letter?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 30, 2014

You are not legally obligated to sign. Is your employer giving you anything (e.g., severance pay) in exchange for signing the letter? If so, then...

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Am I eligible for partial or full unemployment benefits- Phoenix, az

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 29, 2014

Unemployment benefits aren't much. You'd be better off if you kept your McDonald's job while you look for another job. Once you get a new job,...

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I was terminated at work, pending theft charges do they still have to provide me with a check for my worked hours?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 29, 2014

They have to pay you, but there may be an offset if you owe them reimbursement for what was stolen.

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Is it wrongful termination when you are fired due to work restrictions because of arthritis in your back?

Darrel's answer | Answered on March 29, 2014

You may have a claim against your employer under the Americans with Disabilities Act. I encourage you to consult in person with an employment...

Darrel S Jackson's Answers (1894)

A customer complained about my alleged conduct while working in their office, and got me fired. What legal recourse do I have?

My husband works 40 hours a week or less but has to work seven days a week all the time. Works every day. Is this illegal?

My daughter's employer frequently does not allow her breaks.

My daughters back went out while she was working and fell.

Can a salaried employee be docked for missed time under the fair labor standards act?

Are you able to return to work when your work restrictions expire or do you have to have a release?

I was just laid off. do i legally have to sign my employer's exit letter?

Am I eligible for partial or full unemployment benefits- Phoenix, az

I was terminated at work, pending theft charges do they still have to provide me with a check for my worked hours?

Is it wrongful termination when you are fired due to work restrictions because of arthritis in your back?