If I signed a confidentiality agreement while been self employed is it voided after I have been hired?

If you are considering an action that might violate the agreement, assuming it is still in force, you should have a local employment attorney...

Recently my ex wife's new husband came to my house against my wishes to pick up MY daughter after visitation. He drove up little

Yes. You definitely need an attorney. If you are eligible for a public defender, request one now. If not, hire an experienced criminal defender...

What is a subpoena?

A subpoena is an order requiring either a person to appear and testify or to produce documents. Subpoenas may be issued be a court, administrative...

As long as you are not a witness, you can attend the trial. If you are testifying, then you may be barred from the courtroom until you have...

My employer moved me from one position to another due to restructuring. Then they laid me off from the first position.

In most circumstances, an employer can terminate an employee at any time for any reason or no reason at all. There are exceptions. If you have an...

Legal Malpractice concerning invoicing

Generally, the Board of Bar Overseers/Office of Bar Counsel, which investigate complaints against lawyers, will not get involved in fee disputes. ...

I am a nurse, I was laid off under a restructurning program .Can we sue our employer?

The terms of your collective bargaining agreement may prohibit you from bringing your own suit against your employer. Unfortunately, if the...

If you signed a non-compete with a company and then proceed to work for a similar company should you be concerned?

That would depend on a number of factors, like your position for each company, the locations of their offices and how long the agreement restricts...

Can an employer ask me to stay home on my scheduled shift to avoid paying over time?

In most circumstances, yes. Your employer can change your schedule to fit its own needs, even to avoid paying overtime. Exceptions to this...

What is severance pay based on, & and how do I get it from my employer?

Unless severance pay is covered by the terms of an employment agreement, employers can offer severance at their own discretion. This includes...