I was hired as an "independent contractor" office assistant to an art collector/salesman. Does this seem legit?

The laws in most states are very strict regarding the characterization of a job as an "independent contractor". In most circumstances, a true...

As a salaried employee, is it legal for my employer to take a vacation day for under 40 hours worked?

Your employee handbook or other documents should specify the manner in which you accrue vacation. Usually a salaried employee will accrue vacation...

If my employer wants to pick up the option to extend my employment, do I have to continue to work there?

The terms of the contract will govern the specific rights and obligations. However, since this is a personal services contract the employer cannot...

The answer is generally "yes" unless there is a collective bargaining agreement or other contract that governs the terms and conditions of your...

My cas was dismissed by the Supreme court of my state. what is involved in pursuing the malpractice insurance for the attorney?

You are talking about filing a separate lawsuit for "Legal Malpractice." That lawsuit would allege that your attorney "breached the standard of...

My husband has a old life insurance policy where I his wife is listed beneficiary he wants to cash policy but can't .

Insurance is a matter of contract and the contractual terms of the policy will determine the answer. However, while many insurance policies allow...

It is uncertain what you mean by the word "promotion". Sometimes companies provide new titles that suggest more authority without it involving a...

Slander, insulting messages

Slander occurs when someone makes the statements about you to others. The names he has called you in texts to you or on the phone are not slander....

I just received a letter from a Lawyer stating that a Judgement Lien has been filed on my property until I pay the.

You can ask the attorney in writing for a copy of the lien and an explanation for the alleged balance due. I suggest you not talk to the attorney...

If a person is terminated and has hours of vacation left does the employer have the right not to pay it out.

In most jurisdictions, you do not forfeit accrued vacation upon termination. However, the question is what constitutes "accrued" vacation. Many...