Questions answered by Michael Lee Carver

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Can I lose my job because of a worker's comp claim?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

If you are able to perform the essential functions of your job, with or without an accommodation, then there may be discrimination based on and...

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I got wrongfully terminated for reporting safety hazards to supervisor

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

Your situation happens frequently. Naturally you co-workers are concerned about theie jobs. The Labor Commissioner is conservative in these types...

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Can I sue a former Employer for unpaid overtime wages & Social Security taxes without jeopardizing my past Fed/State refunds?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

I don't see how a former employer can "punish" you. If the employer provided 1099"s for your work, then the IRS already knows you earned the...

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Do I have to work in environment that has been confirmed to have mold in the HVAC ducts and carpet?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

If the workplace cant be safe from mold, there may b no option to continue working there. If you an illness that is work-related, your physician...

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Can I sue my ex employer after signing severance agreement for wrongful termination ?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

Employers who offer severance agreements, frequently do so for the sole purpose of preventing you from suing them in the future. Most such...

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Is it a bad decestion to have wrongful term attr.and a differnt workmans comp attrn

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

Its not a bad decision. A civil attorney handles court cases while a workers comp attorney works in the Workers Comp system with administrative law...

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If I'm a "Temp to hire" part time employee and can't work my regular shift, can I be fired? This was only my 3rd of work.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

Generally, if you cant do the work without a reasonable accommodation, you can be fired. However, you may have rights under the workers comp...

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Do I have a wrongful termination case?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

In addition to what others have said, I would add that employers frequently don't like to tell employees the real reason they are firing them. You...

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Looking for experienced Social Security attorney for questions relating to early retirement benefits, not disability benefits.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

You might also talk with a CPA. They can give you advice regarding practical aspects of retirement benefits.

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I got wrongfully terminated for reporting safety hazards to supervisor

Michael's answer | Answered on March 15, 2015

There are civil remedies for retaliation for whistleblowing. You should talk to a lawyer about your rights. You have not provided enough...

Michael Lee Carver's Answers (46)

Can I lose my job because of a worker's comp claim?

I got wrongfully terminated for reporting safety hazards to supervisor

Can I sue a former Employer for unpaid overtime wages & Social Security taxes without jeopardizing my past Fed/State refunds?

Do I have to work in environment that has been confirmed to have mold in the HVAC ducts and carpet?

Can I sue my ex employer after signing severance agreement for wrongful termination ?

Is it a bad decestion to have wrongful term attr.and a differnt workmans comp attrn

If I'm a "Temp to hire" part time employee and can't work my regular shift, can I be fired? This was only my 3rd of work.

Do I have a wrongful termination case?

Looking for experienced Social Security attorney for questions relating to early retirement benefits, not disability benefits.

I got wrongfully terminated for reporting safety hazards to supervisor