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Can I file for wrongful termination?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

Nothing in your posting indicates any illegal activity on the part of the company or the staffing agency. Assuming you were an at-will employee...

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Do I need an employment lawyer? I've been fired for vague reasons that I don't agree with. They have given no details.

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

You should have an employment attorney review any agreement they offer you before you sign it. Technically, if you are an at-will employee (no...

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DO I need a lawyer for work place discrimination?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

You should definitely look for an employment attorney in your area to assist you. This has gotten extremely serious. An attorney can evaluate any...

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Can employer force me to take promotion with much added responsibility and very small pay increase? is UI possible if i refuse?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

Assuming you are an at-will employee (no employment contract or union membership) your employer is allowed to treat you differently from other...

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I had been retaliated upon and I was harassed and bullied and also worked in a hostile work enviroment. also I am a little slow

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

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What should I say at my unemployment hearing? The employer is giving false info about my followup. Willful Misconduct?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

You should strongly consider hiring an employment attorney to assist you in preparing for and during the hearing. Your attorney could help you...

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What are my rights when I've been in an "interim" position for over a year?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 25, 2014

If you have an employment contract, you should have an attorney review the agreement to make sure your employer is not violating it. If you are...

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Would I have a case against a prior employer whose BOARD knew of a Hostile Workplace environment but did nothing? No policies.

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

You should speak with an employment attorney in your area about the possibility of filing a complaint against your former employer. You can search...

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Fired 6 weeks before I was to receive a nice severance pkg. + UI. after 12 years, for job elimination. Cost saving action?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

You should definitely file for benefits. Given the length of time that passed between when these incidents occurred and when you were terminated,...

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How do i retrieve my wages for work performed?

Meghan's answer | Answered on June 24, 2014

Talk to your supervisor and HR department first about this problem. If they refuse to address it you could file a wage claim against your...

Meghan Hayes Slack's Answers (1042)

Can I file for wrongful termination?

Do I need an employment lawyer? I've been fired for vague reasons that I don't agree with. They have given no details.

DO I need a lawyer for work place discrimination?

Can employer force me to take promotion with much added responsibility and very small pay increase? is UI possible if i refuse?

I had been retaliated upon and I was harassed and bullied and also worked in a hostile work enviroment. also I am a little slow

What should I say at my unemployment hearing? The employer is giving false info about my followup. Willful Misconduct?

What are my rights when I've been in an "interim" position for over a year?

Would I have a case against a prior employer whose BOARD knew of a Hostile Workplace environment but did nothing? No policies.

Fired 6 weeks before I was to receive a nice severance pkg. + UI. after 12 years, for job elimination. Cost saving action?

How do i retrieve my wages for work performed?