I was looking for either an employment attorney or a paralegal who will help me write a letter to my former employer

You can try the "Find a lawyer" link at the top right of the Avvo webpage. If you are unable to find a licensed attorney, you might also try...

Can i receive Social Security?

You should make an appointment with someone at your local Social Security office who can help you fill out an application and determine whether you...

Can an employee be classified and both exempt and non-exempt?

The short answer to your question is: Maybe. The provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act that apply to summer camp counselors are...

Whether an attorney is permitted to attend a conference by telephone is generally up to the judge's discretion. The attorney is not required to...

Does an employer have to pay extra for working lethal holidays. I work retail for a chain dollar store

There is no law that requires an employer to pay its employees overtime when they work holidays. Many employers voluntarily offer their...

Do bench warrants normally get served at one's home or place of employment?

A bench warrant can be served anywhere. As the other attorneys have said, your best bet is to take care of the problem without waiting for them...

How long do you have to be on a job before you get fired

There is no minimum amount of time your employer has to keep you on the job. Your employer is legally free to fire you five minutes after you walk...

OK, I'm 13 and will be 14 in December, but I was looking for a summer job....

No, you cannot legally work as a bagger at a grocery store. The Fair Labor Standards Act, which is a federal law, prohibits a person below the age...

The Occupational Safety and Health Act requires an employer to provide a workplace that is free from hazards that are likely to cause illness or...

This is legal. Virtually all employees in the United States are employed "at will," which means that the employer can terminate you for any...