"Can I sue my union for misrepresentation?" Yes you can, but it is very difficult, and you would likely not win. For any recourse against a...

I had a contractual agreement that included a 401k to begin January 2014. My ex employer failed to provide a 401k. Recourse?

"Recourse?" Answer: "Of Course." But it may cost you before you can get any recovery, if you recover anything. The comment is very brief,...

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How should my employer be logging employee work hours?

"How should the employer log work hours? Answer: VERY CAREFULLY!" In your example, there appear to be deficiencies which may lead to...

Meal/Rest break compliance especially for the restaurant which usually have 2 hour big break between the lunch and dinner time

I appreciate the confusion - the issue is actually a split shift, not an extended meal break. A split shift is a work schedule which is...

I received a settlement from previous employment. $2,000 for loss wages and $10,000 for being part of the law suit.

This appears to be a question best directed to a family law attorney. It appears much more information is required. Generally, if the right to a...

Would this be considered unpaid wages? Or is this legal?

There appear to be a few things going on, and more facts are required. So, some guidelines on the wage & hour rules may help. First, overtime is...

First, I wish your father is better and healing well. On your employment issues, your primary complaint appears to be a reduction in pay from...

Is it normal that my employer requires a copy of my criminal record?

Background checks for employment are becoming more common, and these background checks may lawfully include criminal records. Some industries...

Employer-Employee relationship denial letter? Workers Compensation

An employment relationship is required to obtain workers compensation benefits. I do not fully understand your circumstance based on the...

Is it legal for my ex manager to cash my final check because she was going to take money out of it?

Your check (and paystub) are due without deduction at the point of discharge. The employer's failure entitles you to waiting time penalties of up...