Questions answered by Michael O Stevens

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Can I get compensation ?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 25, 2018

Presuming the driver was in the course and scope of his employment, then the franchisee (likely) would be liable for the actions of its drivers.

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I was rear ended and the van that hit me smashed the back of the car so hard it pushed the trunk into the back seat.

Michael's answer | Answered on May 23, 2018

Assuming you had your own car insurance, your PIP should cover your medical bills (and potentially lost income). If you have exhausted your PIP, it...

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What are the legalities around employers asking employees to stay past their scheduled shift?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 23, 2018

As long as you are paid, yes they can currently. With the new Predictive Scheduling law coming online in a few months, if your company is subject...

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Do i have to have a court date to file a motion or answer?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 22, 2018

You don't need a court date. Just prep your answer (or a Rule 21 motion if you think you have grounds for one) and file it using the eCourt filing...

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What kind of attorney do we need and how do we proceed in a workplace disability non-accommodation claim?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 21, 2018

He would need an employment law attorney, probably best one who handles ADA cases. He could also file a complaint with BOLI, but he needs to...

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While I’m at work on my break. Is it legal to turn on my Phone recorder to make sure they are not going through my purse

Michael's answer | Answered on May 21, 2018

If you were to covertly record a conversation without the consent of all people in the conversation, that would be a crime. I would suggest locking...

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What do i have to disclose in a background check for the state of Oregon? Anything on my record is over 10 year?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 21, 2018

What you have to disclose is what it asks for. If it asks if you have ever been arrested/convicted, then one cannot limit it to ten years. It is...

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I need to file OR 21.145 for both sections 1 and 2. Do I pay the fee twice?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 21, 2018

The filing fee is based on the total amount of the prayer.

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How do I sue a casino for injury and property damage over accident with an escalator?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 17, 2018

First, if it is a tribal casino, you may have a difficult time. Otherwise, you also may have a difficult time finding an attorney as the case would...

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If I record a verbal contract for services over the phone with the buyer's permission, is that considered a binding contract?

Michael's answer | Answered on May 16, 2018

Not sure what type of contract you speak of, but you mention materials. So, if you are a contractor (as in CCB license) a written contract is...

Michael O Stevens's Answers (3746)

Can I get compensation ?

I was rear ended and the van that hit me smashed the back of the car so hard it pushed the trunk into the back seat.

What are the legalities around employers asking employees to stay past their scheduled shift?

Do i have to have a court date to file a motion or answer?

What kind of attorney do we need and how do we proceed in a workplace disability non-accommodation claim?

While I’m at work on my break. Is it legal to turn on my Phone recorder to make sure they are not going through my purse

What do i have to disclose in a background check for the state of Oregon? Anything on my record is over 10 year?

I need to file OR 21.145 for both sections 1 and 2. Do I pay the fee twice?

How do I sue a casino for injury and property damage over accident with an escalator?

If I record a verbal contract for services over the phone with the buyer's permission, is that considered a binding contract?