Questions answered by David Andrew Mallen

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Does Illinois law require an employer to grant benefits to a parttime employee if they work a certain amount of hours in a year?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

You may have a claim under a federal law called ERISA. In the famous Microsoft case, Microsoft hired "permatemps" through employment agencies who...

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Can I sue my former employer for still using my printed signature on customs paperwork?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

Send a letter telling them to stop. Or hire a local lawyer to do that. Sounds like you have little or no damages at this point. David Mallen

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Fighting an unemployment second appeal.

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

In California, if you file a timely appeal you get a hearing before a judge. Follow the instructions carefully to request a written appeal, and...

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I was hired at 62k per year. My employed decided to deduct over 1k from my salary because he said I did not meet my

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

A lawyer can get attorneys' fees for recovering unpaid wages. Your state labor Board may also help you, Quitting, rather than trying to solve...

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Can my boss force me to be on a snow crew

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

You are expected to follow reasonable instructions, even if you disagree. If you have union rules, that may be a different story. David Mallen

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How do I get my money for my unpaid wages? And not getting paid on time & compensation for the delay?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

First, get yourself a little personal calendar and write in that thing the time you come to work, the times you take a lunch, and the time you...

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What is a reasonable amount to ask in a discrimination/retaliation lawsuit?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

You can hire a lawyer or forensic economist for the limited purpose of putting together a damage estimate for you on a spreadsheet. If you have...

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I live in Illinois ,Can an employer make you stay on the grounds of a buisness on your break ? you can not leave. thanks Don

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

Two issues: If you are exempt from overtime because you manage two or more employees, the employer has more flexibility to require you to stay...

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Can an employer change a pay scale in the middle of a pay schedule?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

The general rule with incentive pay is that the company can change the rules going forward, but cannot take money away that you earned. ...

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Can I be denied Unemployment Benefits?

David's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

You should appeal the initial denial promptly, following your state's rules. Contact a local lawyer. David Mallen

David Andrew Mallen's Answers (645)

Does Illinois law require an employer to grant benefits to a parttime employee if they work a certain amount of hours in a year?

Can I sue my former employer for still using my printed signature on customs paperwork?

Fighting an unemployment second appeal.

I was hired at 62k per year. My employed decided to deduct over 1k from my salary because he said I did not meet my

Can my boss force me to be on a snow crew

How do I get my money for my unpaid wages? And not getting paid on time & compensation for the delay?

What is a reasonable amount to ask in a discrimination/retaliation lawsuit?

I live in Illinois ,Can an employer make you stay on the grounds of a buisness on your break ? you can not leave. thanks Don

Can an employer change a pay scale in the middle of a pay schedule?

Can I be denied Unemployment Benefits?