New hire has Fibromyalgia and Lupus but didn't indicate that at the pre-employment physical, now she wants accommodations.
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Answered on July 09, 2015
The employee had no obligation to disclose a disability at the pre-employment stage. However, there are procedural changes you can make to your...
“I was recently charged of a sexual harassment but the claim is false. Could I counter sue with defamation of character?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
I agree that you should defend yourself against these allegations. However, unless a lawsuit exists, there is no forum in which to "counter sue." ...
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Does a write up need to occur prior to demotion?
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Answered on July 09, 2015
It's certainly not a best practice to offer a demotion or separation when no disciplinary/performance action has occurred. However, absent an...
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I have problems with an agency which I'm an independent contractor. I need an advice of what kind of attorney for this case.
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Answered on July 08, 2015
Minnesota law prohibits an employer from making unauthorized deductions from wages. Since you are classified as an independent contractor, I would...
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I was making payments to credit debt collector. Now I got a letter that they filed a Dismissal without prejudice.
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Answered on July 07, 2015
A dismissal without prejudice allows the creditor to sue you again if you default on your agreement. I would recommend continuing to satisfy your...
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Can an employer terminate an employee that does not qualify for FMLA due to a medical reason?
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Answered on July 07, 2015
If your employer does not fall under the FMLA requirements, there doesn't seem to be a claim there. Also, a temporary condition such as a broken...
Can I get fired if police call my work and lie about me
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Answered on July 06, 2015
There's not enough information in your question to fully assess the situation. There are a number of laws implicated by your question, but I'd...
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I feel I was unjustly fired. What do you suggest I do?
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Answered on July 06, 2015
Most employment arrangements are "at-will," meaning you can quit or be fired at any time, for any reason, absent an illegal or discriminatory...
In a pending court case are letters of correspondence between parties required to be sent to court admin also?
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Answered on July 06, 2015
I've rarely seen a Minnesota court order that correspondence between parties be filed with the court, absent exceptional circumstances. Perhaps...
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Do I have a case of disability discrimination?
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Answered on July 06, 2015
Discrimination cases can be difficult to prove, but an employment attorney can guide you through addressing your issues. Insensitivity isn't...
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