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My boss showed other employees my termination before I was informed - it was embarassing to find out I was being terminated by a

David's answer | Answered on July 06, 2014

The real questions are: (1) why were you terminated? (2) Were you paid all your wages as required by law.

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Can I do anything if my Paycheck from work bounces?

David's answer | Answered on July 03, 2014

According to your facts, this employer is regularly violating Oregon law. There are lots of laws to help with your situation. However, if this...

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I'm a union member,is it legal to be ask to sign an exit form,while suspended,to pick up my paycheck?

David's answer | Answered on June 30, 2014

Oregon law does not allow an employer to condition payment of wages on you signing anything. All undisputed wages must be paid when due without...

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In the state of Oregon, Isn't $435 the minimum amount excluded from garnishment when paid every 2 weeks?

David's answer | Answered on June 20, 2014

There are multiple restrictions, you appear to be discussing ORS 18.385 which states: "18.385 Wage exemption. (1) Except as provided in this...

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Had to sign a paper regarding payback of moving expenses if work less than 2 years. can amount be pro-rated for time employed?

David's answer | Answered on June 20, 2014

Everything will depend upon the terms of the agreement between you and your former employer. Further, Oregon has specific rules regarding...

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Do I have to cooperate with my employer who suspended me while investigating an alleged petty theft?

David's answer | Answered on June 18, 2014

If you are suspended without pay, they must pay you if you are called in for the meeting. If they do not, you likely will have a wage claim...

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What can my husband do about a supervisor nitpicking and writing him up so he will get fired?

David's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

It is not just age, gender, and race that discrimination applies to. If he complained about his wages, or unlawful company policies, and the...

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What should I do if I have not received my paycheck it is now almost 2 weeks late.

David's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

You should contact an attorney. There are specific things that you should be doing to protect your rights. Depending upon the actions of you and...

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Is it legal to fire someone on a certified medical leave with FMLA hours?

David's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

You definitely should contact an attorney regarding your situation. FMLA and OFLA (Oregon's version) have very specific provisions that need to be...

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My employer fired me for not locking the safe on Monday the 2nd. I didn't work on that day. What should I do?

David's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

File for unemployment and contact the employer and explain that you were not working that day.

David A Schuck's Answers (823)

My boss showed other employees my termination before I was informed - it was embarassing to find out I was being terminated by a

Can I do anything if my Paycheck from work bounces?

I'm a union member,is it legal to be ask to sign an exit form,while suspended,to pick up my paycheck?

In the state of Oregon, Isn't $435 the minimum amount excluded from garnishment when paid every 2 weeks?

Had to sign a paper regarding payback of moving expenses if work less than 2 years. can amount be pro-rated for time employed?

Do I have to cooperate with my employer who suspended me while investigating an alleged petty theft?

What can my husband do about a supervisor nitpicking and writing him up so he will get fired?

What should I do if I have not received my paycheck it is now almost 2 weeks late.

Is it legal to fire someone on a certified medical leave with FMLA hours?

My employer fired me for not locking the safe on Monday the 2nd. I didn't work on that day. What should I do?