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I was called an idiot, stupid, and technologically retarded, by another carrier, who is the son of the contractor

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

What is it you are asking? If you are asking whether it is illegal to be treated with disrespect and ridiculed, the answer is that in most...

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Can I still work when I am on 100% employability from the VA

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

Your question is confusing! Your subject heading says "100% employability" but below that you sa "100% UNemployability." Are you saying the...

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My employer held me over six hours without a 10 minute break or 30 minute meal period.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

Oh dear. There are so many issues implicated in your statement above! First, sure, it is a violation to prevent an employee from taking a...

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When is it legal for my employer to require a doctors note?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

I agree with Ms. McCall, and write to add that if your employer has at least 50 employees who work within 50 miles of one another, and if you have...

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We employ a facilities maintenance manager who does half of his essential job functions. Can we restructure his job?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

I agree with Ms. McCall, and write to add one thing. If the reason the employee is not performing all the essential functions is due to a...

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Legal for part time employee to get more hours than a full time employee?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 06, 2011

"Part-time" and "full-time" have no specific definition. A particular employment policy, disability policy, or regulation pertaining to public...

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Can I qualify for unemployment if I quit and move across the state of California to take care of my parents & can't find a job?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 04, 2011

Eligibility for unemployment is based on a number of factors. A person claiming unemployment benefits (a “claimant”) is eligible for benefits if...

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Are people in general allowed to keep a time line concerning the death of a relative and the police department?

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 04, 2011

I'm sorry for your relative's death, and hope your family members can move on with their lives followoing this loss. I'm not sure what you are...

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I was fired for being seen by a team member drinking in my car.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 04, 2011

I am a California attorney and not eligible to give legal advice in your state. The following is information only. What advice to you seek? ...

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I was fired for being seen by a team member drinking in my car.

Marilynn Mika's answer | Answered on November 04, 2011

I am a California attorney and not eligible to give legal advice in your state. The following is information only. What advice to you seek? ...

Marilynn Mika Spencer's Answers (7040)

I was called an idiot, stupid, and technologically retarded, by another carrier, who is the son of the contractor

Can I still work when I am on 100% employability from the VA

My employer held me over six hours without a 10 minute break or 30 minute meal period.

When is it legal for my employer to require a doctors note?

We employ a facilities maintenance manager who does half of his essential job functions. Can we restructure his job?

Legal for part time employee to get more hours than a full time employee?

Can I qualify for unemployment if I quit and move across the state of California to take care of my parents & can't find a job?

Are people in general allowed to keep a time line concerning the death of a relative and the police department?

I was fired for being seen by a team member drinking in my car.

I was fired for being seen by a team member drinking in my car.