Questions answered by Craig Trent Byrnes

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What category does it fall in to: come to work and find a (male)masturbating device in break room?

Craig's answer | Answered on January 02, 2017

I'm sorry this happened to you. What you describe could constitute a sexually harassing work environment, which would violate the Fair...

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Does my employer have to alert me of new schedule postings within a certain time? I was not told of a shift until 2 hours prior.

Craig's answer | Answered on December 30, 2016

There is no requirement that they give you any notice at all of your upcoming shift. No law requires it. You don't have to sign anything you...

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Can My Manager Post picture that saying "No microwave Vegetable" ?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 28, 2016

I don't understand what about being Asian prevents you from eating cold food. In any event, there is nothing illegal about prohibiting the...

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Do i have a case if a doctor calls my employer without my knowledge or permission and the phone call costs me my job?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 28, 2016

I'm sorry this happened to you. I can't say for certain without a more extended conversation, but it sounds like there may be multiple issues...

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What rights do I have for subordinates who don't speak English when discussing work matters in a company with a foreign owner?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 27, 2016

Based on what you've said here, I see no recourse at all for you. Employers are allowed to require their employees to speak a foreign language....

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If your employer has been brought out by another company and they?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 26, 2016

Unfortunately, the answer is complicated, and it depends on the type of sale that the company went through. If the sale was just a sale of...

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What is the repercussions of stealing money from a company and then fleeing to Mexico?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 26, 2016

This is not an employment question. Your friend needs to speak to a criminal defense attorney. She needs to do this before contacting the company...

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What is the statue of limitations on wrongful termination

Craig's answer | Answered on December 22, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about what happened to your friend. Before figuring out what statute of limitations applies, it's necessary to figure out...

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What if the state requires me to break federal law

Craig's answer | Answered on December 22, 2016

I agree with Mr. Pedersen. I don't know where you got the idea that California law says it's illegal not to hire someone if they are in the country...

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Can I sue my employer for always making remarks that I look like a gangster and that I am always on drugs?

Craig's answer | Answered on December 19, 2016

I strongly disagree with the answers that you've be given. I especially disagree with the idea that you have to re-evaluate your appearance. That...

Craig Trent Byrnes's Answers (2646)

What category does it fall in to: come to work and find a (male)masturbating device in break room?

Does my employer have to alert me of new schedule postings within a certain time? I was not told of a shift until 2 hours prior.

Can My Manager Post picture that saying "No microwave Vegetable" ?

Do i have a case if a doctor calls my employer without my knowledge or permission and the phone call costs me my job?

What rights do I have for subordinates who don't speak English when discussing work matters in a company with a foreign owner?

If your employer has been brought out by another company and they?

What is the repercussions of stealing money from a company and then fleeing to Mexico?

What is the statue of limitations on wrongful termination

What if the state requires me to break federal law

Can I sue my employer for always making remarks that I look like a gangster and that I am always on drugs?