What can I do about a previous employer is lying about me

Please see my guide on defamation. It is illegal for an employer in Virginia to harm a person's future employment.

I was lied to when I resigned from my job about being rehired! I have proof. Can i get my job back?

I am assuming that you had no personal enforceable employment contract. Only the union can enforce its contract. Try to work with them to get...

How will I know if an employer is discriminating against me, because of my race, or just can't hire me, because of my background

I take it that you applied for a job in the private sector. Unfortunately, there is no requirement that you be given a job in this country. ...

A friend borrow $3,470 from me and never pay me back. Been a couple year so what I can do?

You can try suing her in the small claims division of VA General District Court but if you do not know her address and what assets she has, you...

Will I be able to file wrongful termination, and have a valid case for the provided scenario?

If you did not injure your back at work, you won't be able to file for workers compensation. In Virginia absent an enforceable employment contract,...

Under what circumstances can a client reduce an independent contractor's contract and pay?

Do you have a written employment contract with them? If not, it is not easy to prove an oral one. I suggest you consult with an attorney to...

Do I have the right to carry my purse to work?

I take it that you are not covered by a union contract. While this may sound unreasonable, the employer can do it unless you have a medical need...

Unfortunately, Governor McAuliffe's ban-the-box executive order only applies to public employment. Despite this, it does encourage private...

Can I sue?

Unfortunately, you appear to be without a personal remedy. Should you believe that the company is not complying with safety standards, you should...

Human resources/employment law what defines hostile work environment. What defines retaliation and what is needed to prove this.

I suggest that you search for an attorney through not only this website but www.mwela.org and www.nela.org; there two organizations are composed of...