Questions answered by David A Schuck

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Why did they terminate me when I was on vacation and was not involve in there actions.

David's answer | Answered on April 20, 2016

These types of claims generally require you to meet with an attorney to discuss the actual facts. Most should not be put on this type of forum to...

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Was I qualified for receiving my vacation benefits with my final paycheck?

David's answer | Answered on April 20, 2016

You definitely want to contact a wage and hour attorney. In addition to the PTO/vacation, your are likely due penalty wages. Penalty wages are...

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Employer is violating OR sick leave laws and now have missed wages and refusal of using my sick leave.

David's answer | Answered on April 15, 2016

It cannot hurt to talk with an attorney and see if they agree that you were not being paid correctly. However, if you take the next step and start...

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Shouldn't we get overtime if we are required to clock in 0 - 6 minutes early or if we clock out 1 - 5 minutes late?

David's answer | Answered on April 12, 2016

Basic answer is yes with some caveats. What you describe is generally called off-the-clock work. Employees must generally be paid for all hours...

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Is refusal of a doctor's schedule restriction due to a medical condition "good cause" for quitting a job?

David's answer | Answered on April 04, 2016

I am unaware of a case directly on point. Some of the issues that may make it stronger are whether the employer's actions violate the law. For...

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Do I have any sort of recourse for being paid at the rate I signed to? Or at least being paid $13/hr for this week I worked?

David's answer | Answered on March 23, 2016

Oregon is an at will state. This means that the employer can change your rate of pay simply by stating so. What they cannot do is change what...

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Missing check? Hours being taken?

David's answer | Answered on February 27, 2016

It sounds like you have a wage claim for the week's check that you were not provided, plus the 2.5 hours. The missing check will be easier to...

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Is this ok to not have received my paycheck yet?

David's answer | Answered on February 12, 2016

No. Oregon has laws regarding when wages are due. You should contact an attorney immediately before performing any other activities to obtain...

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Is it okay that it was made known to other employees and myself that my sift was covered and figure out I was being let go?

David's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

It depends upon the point of argument. What the information helps prove is that you were actually fired before you were. This can effect things...

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Should I even bother delaying the Wage/Hour claim to give then this evidence in the hopes that it will speed settlement?

David's answer | Answered on February 01, 2016

You should contact a wage and hour attorney to review your evidence. Some attorneys provide a consultation without charging you. This allows you...

David A Schuck's Answers (823)

Why did they terminate me when I was on vacation and was not involve in there actions.

Was I qualified for receiving my vacation benefits with my final paycheck?

Employer is violating OR sick leave laws and now have missed wages and refusal of using my sick leave.

Shouldn't we get overtime if we are required to clock in 0 - 6 minutes early or if we clock out 1 - 5 minutes late?

Is refusal of a doctor's schedule restriction due to a medical condition "good cause" for quitting a job?

Do I have any sort of recourse for being paid at the rate I signed to? Or at least being paid $13/hr for this week I worked?

Missing check? Hours being taken?

Is this ok to not have received my paycheck yet?

Is it okay that it was made known to other employees and myself that my sift was covered and figure out I was being let go?

Should I even bother delaying the Wage/Hour claim to give then this evidence in the hopes that it will speed settlement?