No it is not. You should contact the US Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration, and ask to speak to a Benefits Adviser. ...

Can an employer change my health benefits without notification?

Usually, it takes 30 days (if not longer) for the new benefits to kick in. You're most likely still covered for the month of January until the new...

Sue my union

You should consult with an Employee Benefits Attorney.

can they make him voluntary layoff? will that help with disability and unemployment here in ohio

Your question, as written, is vague. It's unclear what you mean by "voluntary lay off'. Do they want him to resign?

Look at the Plan Document, or the Summary Plan Description to see what the payout option is. If you don't have a copy of these documents, contact...

Can the State make me pay half of my unemployment insurance?

Your question, as written, is vague. Usually, if you're an employee, who lost your job through no fault of your own, you COLLECT UI, not pay it. ...

Will I get short term disability under new coverage for maternity leave if I am 3 months pregnant but did not know?

You need to review the Plan Document (provide to you when you signed up for the benefit) to see the specifics of what is and isn't covered.

ESOP - Employer refuses to pay claim and then changes terms so that I am not longer eligible.

You need to consult with/retain an Employee Benefits Attorney in person and take all your documents for their review.

How can I get my Pension money that is being held hostage

Contact the Plan Administrator for the pension plan (I presume it's a Defined Benefits Plan that's why you're referring to it a a pension plan) and...

You need to sue on a breach of contract theory, may be in small claims court. This is not an Employee Benefits issue.