If my previous employer works with an unemployment cost management law firm should I get a lawyer for an appeals hearing?

You are always better off consulting experienced employment counsel. Especially if you run the risk of repaying the benefits if the decision is...

Can a teacher be released from her contract of which she is being required to pay 1,500.00 in liquid damages?

Your daughter is not likely to avoid paying the $1,500 liquidated damages. Liquidated damages are used in certain types of agreements when the...

In Arizona

The statute requires payment within 7 days or your next regular scheduled pay period, whichever is sooner. However, for all practical purposes,...

Can I sue my employer over telecommuting privileges?

Arbitrary, yes. Discriminatory, maybe. Discrimination in this situation could be shown by either (1) that particular HR reps motives or (2) whether...

My husband was threatened to lose his job if we were to move out of the house we are currently renting from his boss. Illegal?

Yes, this is illegal. See A.R.S. 23-202 (exaction of fee or gratuity as condition of employment illegal).

How do I persue money owed to me from a contract and/or government employer?

You should discuss your situation with an experienced employment attorney. First, you need to determine what claims you have (e.g., unpaid wages,...

Do I have a wrongful demotion case?

Based on the facts given, there does not appear to be any illegal action by your employer. Arizona is an at-will employment state. Unless you have...

The Arizona Medical Marijuana Act ("AMMA") expressly forbids discrimination based on testing positive for marijuana metabolites or being a...

I work 24hr shifts 5days wk with no breaks an little sleep ,i cant leave, paid salary of $1,500mo is tht legal in az?

You should contact an experienced employment attorney. Under the FLSA, registered nurses ("RN") may be salaried and are not entitled to overtime....

Do I have to sign an agreement from my employer that I must forfeit my commission earned if I leave my job?

There are two separate issues: (1) is the policy appropriate; and (2) whether they can hold the check pending your signature. The 3-month policy is...