Questions answered by John Francis Mccarthy

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Do i have a case if my employer or union neglect to pay my health benefits on time and i get a bill from health provider?

John's answer | Answered on July 24, 2012

I'd need to know more to really answer. Generally, neither employers nor unions have any obligation to provide medical benefits. It sounds like...

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In California I was hired and later the company changed the requirements to have a degree in something i don't have

John's answer | Answered on July 24, 2012

I agree with my colleagues. Normally employees are at-will. You can find out more about at-will employment...

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Where can I find representation for work place exploitation?

John's answer | Answered on July 24, 2012

You can learn more about wage and hour issues here: http://www.californiaemploymentlawfirm.com/wage-and-hour You can find more about wage laws,...

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Does my employer have the right to tell me I cannot do something when I am off the Clock?

John's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

Michael has provided some awesome material. The other thing that could be helpful is what was the event for? It's possible that they didn't like...

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Can the company I work for cut ALL MY HOURs and tell me to not work but wait until the budget comes for me to work?

John's answer | Answered on July 22, 2012

I agree with the lawyers above. California is an at-will state. You learn more about that here:...

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Can i sue my union for refusng to represent me in an investigative interview. i received a 90 day letter of warning in my file.

John's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

You can sue a union for duty of fair representation and for violations of FEHA. Duty of fair representation cases are really tough to win. You...

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Can i sue the employer at the same time for both independent contractor and employee?

John's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

I agree with the above lawyers. You can pursue under both, but not necessarily recover under both. Misclassification is dangerous. If you're...

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Can I still report an employer I worked for a year ago?

John's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

I agree with the folks above. Based on the facts you stated, it doesn't sound like you've got much ground to stand on. California is an "at-will"...

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Can my employer not cover my medical during disability?

John's answer | Answered on July 21, 2012

Really depends on the employer's policies and its application of the policies. Employers don't generally have an obligation to provide medical...

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"Do I have a discrimination lawsuit"?

John's answer | Answered on July 20, 2012

Most employees are at will. Check out this link to see more on that: http://www.californiaemploymentlawfirm.com/at-will-employment But, in...

John Francis Mccarthy's Answers (99)

Do i have a case if my employer or union neglect to pay my health benefits on time and i get a bill from health provider?

In California I was hired and later the company changed the requirements to have a degree in something i don't have

Where can I find representation for work place exploitation?

Does my employer have the right to tell me I cannot do something when I am off the Clock?

Can the company I work for cut ALL MY HOURs and tell me to not work but wait until the budget comes for me to work?

Can i sue my union for refusng to represent me in an investigative interview. i received a 90 day letter of warning in my file.

Can i sue the employer at the same time for both independent contractor and employee?

Can I still report an employer I worked for a year ago?

Can my employer not cover my medical during disability?

"Do I have a discrimination lawsuit"?