Can a company not hire you because of a marijuana positive drug screen if you are a licensed patient?
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Answered on May 15, 2015
An employer can refuse to hire a job applicant because they test positive for marijuana, even if the applicant uses it for medical reasons. This is...
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How to negotiate higher severance pay?
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Answered on May 14, 2015
The power of negotiation comes from the strength of your position. Since no lawyer on Avvo knows the facts, it is impossible to know what your...
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I was paid in cash for overtime for two years. I got copies of my time cards showing overtime. I also have copies of my pay stub
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Answered on May 14, 2015
If the employer has agreed to settle your case, it will be reduced to writing and the written agreement should state how the settlement will be...
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Do I need a lawyer?
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Answered on May 14, 2015
The law does not require employers to provide a verbal warning before a suspension, nor does it require a specific procedure to follow. If you are...
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Pregnant and feeling harassed by a co worker
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Answered on May 13, 2015
Congratulations on your expectancy. If you feel any of your co-workers is behaving inappropriately the starting point is to talk to the employee...
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Do i have any type of case against my former employer eg.discrimination etc?
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Answered on May 12, 2015
Layoffs are always planned. So, if the employer is telling you that you are laid off your check would be already prepared, as well as the timing of...
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Employment Law(s) Violation - Harassment/Discrimination - Do we have a credible case?
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Answered on May 12, 2015
If your sister is planning on suing the company, it had better be for something other than the fact that the new boss does not like her because...
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Can the company i work for with hold pay check until they determin the amount of damages on company truck with a 1000 deduc
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Answered on May 12, 2015
If the damage to the truck was accidental, the employer may not make you pay for the damage. However, it can discipline you or even fire you...
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Do I have a case against my employer?
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Answered on May 12, 2015
It may be discriminatory if the employer's policy is based on gender. But be aware that employers do have a lot of discretion on how it wants to...
I did not receive my final paycheck because employer is saying I owe them money (H1B Legal fees). What to do?
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Answered on May 12, 2015
An employer cannot use self-help to deduct money it claims an employee owes it unless the employee has authorized it to do so. If you signed an...
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