There are a lot of variables in this scenario, but even though the contract has not been signed it may provide some evidence of the intention of...

Do I need an employment attorney. I am being terminated for religious reasons.

The answer may depend on how the employer's business is organized. If it is a bona fide religious organization, it may be able to discriminate on...

Is it legal for an employer to withhold or defer paycheck until funding comes in and if so, how long?

No. An employer is in violation of Washington's Minimum Wage Act for withholding wages, even if the reason is a lack of funds. This assumes you are...

Pay back wages????

The short answer is "no." An employer must pay wages for all work performed by an employee. The employer will not have to pay you for the entire...

If I have a medical condition that requires special treatment, do I need to disclose it as a disability prior to employment?

An employer has the right to evaluate whether you can perform the essential functions of a job position, with out without reasonable accommodation....

You are on the horns of a dilemma: disclose the felony and possibly not get hired, or don't disclose the felony and be fired if the employer finds...

Can an employer single out an employee for not being on time

An employer can single out an employee for violation of work rules, including attendance. Whether an employer can require a drug test on the sole...

How does one go about stopping rude and unprofessional emails made by a supervisor in the workplace?

If your employer has an HR department, I recommend you consult with them. Start by defining the problem in general terms, like "how should I handle...

If I worked and only got payed a hour rate past 40 hours can I sue for backpay?

Perhaps. You should probably first contact the Texas State Wage and Hour Division (usually part of a state's Department of Labor), or access the...

Can a person be fired from their employment for sending a text on personal time and to non-employee persons?

I assume for purposes of this answer that this person used his/her own cell phone to send the text - not one owned by the employer? It would also...