I reported my boss for HIPPA violation, and now im getting fired

I am sorry this happened to you. You need to get legal advice as soon as possible. There are many fine employment law attorneys listed on Avvo. Or...

Can I recover the balance of an award handed down per wage dispute from the Labor dept.?

No. You don't get two bites off the apple. Assuming neither party appeals, the award becomes final and is binding on any other forum in which you...

State disability insurance is not determined by whether you are still employed. It is determined by whether you are unable to work due to a...

Unless there is some time limit to how far back a disciplinary action can be used, in a collective bargaining agreement with the union, I do not...

I accepted a job offer and I was told I need to have a physical exam done by the prospective employer. Do I have to disclose HIV

You have a right to medical confidentiality. A former employer may not reveal your medical condition without your authorization. The physical...

Laid off, want to apply for unemployment, but in 3 weeks need to have surgery was planning on disability benefits. What can I do

An applicant for unemployment benefits needs to be available for work in order to qualify. If you are looking for and able to work, should a job...

How do I know if I am a victim of Whistleblower retaliation from my employer?

The key to your situation may be the terms of the contract you signed. If the employer has obligated itself to employ you for a certain period of...

I got fired for venting about a work issue to a friend my exact words were "they need to die" is this considered a threat

Venting to a co-worker that someone needs to die, can certainly be interpreted as a threat. And considering the tragic stories of workplace...

I was terminated for not being in good health per my employment contract. Do I have a case? Passed 2 physicals prior to employ

If you were terminated because of a qualified disability or medical condition or perceived to have a disability or medical condition, protected by...

I thought an employor had to give you a schedule at least a week in advance for the purpose of one might need to schedule appts?

There is no law that imposes a requirement upon an employer to provide a work schedule in advance, although it is certainly good management to do...