I work for a non profit and Im told that I need to take a 30 min. unpaid break, but Im not allowed to leave my desk w/o coverage

If you are taking a 30 minute break but you still have to work and can't leave your desk that is not a break. You should be paid one hour of time...

You really should consult with a lawyer to see if you were terminated because your employer retaliated against you because of your injury. If...

Unfortunately, you have to train her if you want to keep your job. Best of luck.

If my employer feels like I would be best suited in a different position, although I have no incidents, is it legal for them to

It is legal for your employer to do this unless they are doing this for a discriminatory reason (such as age, race, pregnancy...). If you're a...

In a wrongful termination case, what would be the case if a contract was presented but never signed upon agreeing to work?

It is illegal to fire someone who has complained about not being paid proper wages (commissions). The law lets you go back as far as four years...

Need advice on how to handle this situation...

You need to actually speak to an attorney. I would not fire her or do anything until you receive a full and thorough consultation. You really...

Can I get fired for "self-admitting" to having an alcohol problem?

You can get fired for admitting you have a drinking problem. If you can't get help from your Union then you're out of luck. Good luck to you.

Is having all employees of one gender discrimination?

If a male applies for a position and is denied a position based on his gender than that would be discrimination. But the fact an insurance agent...

FMLA

Your employer can't punish you because you need to use your inhaler or punish you because you complained to corporate because you need...

What next steps do I legally take?

Go to the Department of Labor and file a claim. Best of luck.