Employer & girlfriend laws at work

I agree. Absent any additional facts, I don't see a discrimination issue here. It seems like poor judgment on behalf of the employer, but an...

Is it right for my employer to terminate me while on medical leave for no call no show?

That certainly sounds like it could be discriminatory. I would need some additional information, such as how long you had worked there, how large...

Workplace Harassment & Discrimination

Washington is an at-will employment state, and as such employees can be subjected to adverse employment actions (termination or discipline) for any...

Is non-compete enforceable in this case?

I agree with my colleagues. The agreement may be enforceable. Additionally, even if a non-compete agreement is found to be overly restrictive in...

If I quit my job, can I get unemployment? Is this considered a hostile work environment?

I agree with both of the lawyers answers above. Quitting for good cause includes things such as disability or safety reasons. If you quit I doubt...

How can unemployment demand benefit payback based on something somebody thought they heard?

I agree with Mr. Alexander. You have the right to an administrative appeal of the decision, and you will have an opportunity to present evidence,...

How can I sue for slander and/or defamation of character?

I agree with the answer above. Rarely do I see an actionable defamation case, and almost never do I see one in the family law arena.

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Employer lied, Benefits denied

You should appeal the determination. You can hire an attorney to represent you in the hearing or you can contact the Unemployment Law Project, who...

I believe my employer acted in retaliation and terminated me 2 days following a filing of FMLA.

CFR § 825.220(c) states that it is "unlawful to discharge anyone on the basis that they have utilized any of the provisions or protections of the...

Can i claim hostile work environment/wrongful term. if i quit after trying to return to work after pregnancy leave?

You may have a claim under the Washington Family and Medical Leave act, if you worked for the employer for the previous twelve months. The...