I was terminated for tardiness. I have a hearing coming up. What can I say or evidence I can show to prove my case?

Assuming you are referring to an EDD/unemployment benefits hearing, you should know the rules and the law the administrative law judge will rely...

Written Statement/Declaration for Appeals Hearing (Employer Appealed EDD Decision to Grant Benefits to Claimant.)

You have received some great advice here (and evidently, also to an earlier question). You can help your wife by preparing for the hearing. She...

My boss reportedly called me a "smart mouth N. Bi..".. He attempted to demote and fire me without reason. what should I do?

Keep a log of any comments, adverse actions or other funny business, starting with the day the first adverse action took place. Write down the...

Can a supervisor sent me home for having a hoarse voice ?

Interesting situation, from a legal perspective. Employees have legal protection if the employer incorrectly regards them as having a disability...

A family member is threatening me with negative info that she will use to furnish to my employer to get me fired. What can I do?

Your approach should be based on whether you did or did not take any items from work. It should also incorporate the reason for the family member...

Fired while out on FMLA leave to bond with newborn. Co. admits wrongdoing. How to value a settlement?

The value of a case varies considerably based on probably 50 different things, including the facts of the illegal activity, the statutory and case...

I am collecting UI from California but will be moving to Texas. What are consequences if I don't report the change of address?

I have not researched this, but I believe claimants may continue receiving benefits if they move out of state as long as they continue to be able...

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This answer is primarily to explain the EEOC mediation process and correct any contrary information. The EEOC absolutely does offers mediation;...

Can i file a lawsuit or get my job back due to wrongful termination and discrimination

It really is an unfair world. For whatever reason, the employer made a decision to retain certain employees and not others. This decision was the...

I expect you are the same asker I responded to about an hour ago. Know that nearly all EEOC cases end with a right-to-sue letter. The agency is...