Definition of severance pay?

In general, an employer provides severance pay in exchange for a waiver and release. If you had a contract that required you be paid until the end...

Religious rights in a hospital

This is not an employment matter. Please consider reposting in the civil rights section.

Is there an attorney who can help with a very manipulative, very well-connected employer? I am owed $7,000 and unemployement ins

There are several issues raised in your post that sound too complicated for a post on Avvo. You should consult with an employment attorney in your...

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How long does it take for a case to go thru a background check, once is there?

Background checks done by employers do not have a set time, but in my experience 1-2 weeks is common to complete the check.

I got badly burned by an incompetent, unethical labor union. What type of firm do I hire to sue the Union?

While my colleagues have provided you with some resources on how to go about looking for an attorney, your post does not reference what exactly it...

I just been terminated by my employer for something I believe does not meet for an employee to get fired.

As my colleagues have noted, the post does not raise any issues that would give rise to a claim for wrongful termination. Moreover, even if you...

Hourly employee in CA. On suspension for voluntarily working off the clock. Union rep says I will probably be fired.

Please see my response to your similar post.

What is needed to provide all paperwork, contracts and conditions for an agreement on providing a service.

Do it yourself methods are generally ill advised because of potential pit falls in preparing and executing documents that have not been executed by...

On suspension for voluntarily working off the clock. Union rep says that company will probably fire me. How can I keep my job?

Unfortunately, if you voluntarily worked off the clock, against company policy, your employer has grounds to discipline and/or terminate you. If...

Will someone please explain to me in layman's terms what "suitable work" is?

I agree with Ms. Powers. Suitable work is generally a vague term and varies based on what work is best suited for your profession/title.