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I was laid off of work today because the employer stated they forgot to do a background check. I started there July 18, 2013.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

I agree. It does not appear from the facts given here that the employer discriminated against you. As stated, the termination is likely a...

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Hi, I worked about 10 days just before Christmas at local business office in WA state. The owner refuses to pay me.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

I agree with the great advice already given here. Keep all documentation related to the job and the work you performed and get in touch with an...

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Informal EEO Counseling for federal employees. I filed EEO complaint for discrimination and hostile work environment.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

I agree with Ms. Spencer's advice, particularly with respect to the idea that you're disadvantaged going through this "informal" process without...

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Co-worker made demonstrably false claims about me to HR. Should I go to HR with my version or first hire an attorney?

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 14, 2014

I agree with other counsel's analysis here. Your best, and cheapest, move in this situation is to discuss the issue with HR. You are new, HR...

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What should I do about a teacher failing to report abuse?

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I cannot tell from the facts when this happened or what the specific circumstances entail, so this advice is general. Reporting to the police...

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If someone is in a car accident and the vehicle was totaled

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

The Dad/owner of the car should contact his insurance company first. Usually a family with kids of driving age will have the kids on the policy....

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Do I need to look into discrimination or a disability rights attorneys?

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

I agree with the other counsel here. With these types of cases, a typical problem is lack of medical evidence. It sounds like you have the evidence...

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Fired for testing (+) for using medical Marijuana.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 13, 2014

Mr. Nguyen's analogy is great: an employer can choose to ban things that are perfectly legal and if you violate the policy the employer has grounds...

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Do I have a case? Company did survey regarding opinion of employees & management. Survey was to be anonymous w/ no retaliation.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

I agree with other counsel here. Unless the action taken against you was based on your membership in a protected class (e.g., race, gender,...

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I believe I was fired from a job because of my pregnancy.

Jenna's answer | Answered on February 12, 2014

It sounds like you potentially have both state and federal claims here. I advise you to speak to an employment attorney in Washington for the best...

Jenna M Wolfe's Answers (107)

I was laid off of work today because the employer stated they forgot to do a background check. I started there July 18, 2013.

Hi, I worked about 10 days just before Christmas at local business office in WA state. The owner refuses to pay me.

Informal EEO Counseling for federal employees. I filed EEO complaint for discrimination and hostile work environment.

Co-worker made demonstrably false claims about me to HR. Should I go to HR with my version or first hire an attorney?

What should I do about a teacher failing to report abuse?

If someone is in a car accident and the vehicle was totaled

Do I need to look into discrimination or a disability rights attorneys?

Fired for testing (+) for using medical Marijuana.

Do I have a case? Company did survey regarding opinion of employees & management. Survey was to be anonymous w/ no retaliation.

I believe I was fired from a job because of my pregnancy.