How do I get a provisional patent for my invention?

Mr. Yospin is right. You need to talk to a patent attorney before you do anything. Do not sign anything. Do not disclose any information about...

Had to leave a job of 21 yrs due to political harassment. Due I have any rights

In the facts you have outlined, I do not see anything that would create a right to file a lawsuit against either the company or the rotten...

I was given a promotion four months ago. I disclosed my legal background upon hire and now demoted because of it.

This is legal. The general rule is that your employer can fire or demote you for any reason at all, even a bad one. The two common exceptions...

Would this be considered slander?

Slander is a false statement that damages your reputation. If your employer is telling your clients that you quit just so that you could keep...

What is the Arizona law for employees that can't work due to pregnancy? We do not have over 50 employees for FMLA.

Arizona law provides exactly the same protection that federal law provides. You cannot discriminate against a pregnant employee. But you don't...

How to fill out pre-employment back ground check while on diversion?

You need to disclose the diversion. Under Kansas state law, the criminal charges that were brought against you remain pending until you complete...

Am I entitled to back pay/overtime from my job?

Ms. Lubinski was right -- you should consider discussing your case with an employment attorney. The federal laws that govern overtime pay are...

Is my daughter being harassed and discriminated against by her employer?

Most of what you are describing is perfectly legal. Let's look at each of your complaints individually. (1) Your daughter was threatened with...

Is there any legal 'Employment Check' report that shows candidate's every single job/employer/salary information?

I don't know of any publicly available database that would show your entire employment history. While I'm here, I will tell you that I have...

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Per diem question

It depends on what your employer's written policy is for travel expenses. Some employers reimburse you for actual expenses, whatever they are. ...