How long can you have a medical leave ? Been off work since 7/21/2015 my FMLA run out 10/12/2015.

I am a California attorney and cannot give legal advice in your state. My comments are information only, based on federal law and general legal...

I worked for the federal government for 24 years. I quit 07/2013 due to be stalked which drove me to mental health

I'm so sorry you felt compelled to resign after such a long career. I hope your mental health has improved and you are able to enjoy life. With...

What type of lawyer will I need if I'm going after my employer and union?

The grievance for not being called to work is the one to focus on. None of the rest matters if you are out of a job. Obviously seniority is...

What is the labor law in regards to breaks while at work?

No, you should not be disturbed. The law says these breaks are to be uninterrupted, with a few exceptions. However, as Mr. Kirschbaum suggested,...

Do i have a wrongful termination case?

As you have learned, unfortunately, employees have very few employment rights, and employers have a lot of leeway in how they choose to run their...

Broken work schedule

Is it fair and just? Not at all. Is it legal? Yes. This type of scheduling has been on the rise for the past 20 or so years, especially after...

Do I need an attorney

You are not in a great situation. Please take this seriously. You can contact Avvo and ask it to delete your post. I don't know if it will or...

How can I check to see what my former employer is providing when potential new employers inquire about me?

Mr. Kirschbaum has given you a great response and I agree with him. I not agree that you can ask your supervisor because you have no guarantee you...

Do I need a lawyer? lay offs and I'm on family leave.

Mr. Kirschbaum has given you a fine summary of the law and good advice, and I agree with him. I write to provide a bit more information. First,...

Public Sector Employee

There are a number of issues raised by your short posting. First, based on the way you phrased your question, I assume your work-related...

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