Are there laws protecting at will employees

You should make note of this interaction. If the employer attempts to deny you unemployment, please contact your local Legal Services/Legal Aid...

I signed a letter of intent to work with Stafford county schools, I sign a contract next week. Am i under legal obligation?

It depends on the wording and interpretation of the documents; I would contact an attorney who can review the documents with you.

Is filing for partial unemployment considered a protected activity?

There is no provision in the unemployment statute that specifically protects your from reprisal for filing a claim and without it the Virginia...

Do i need an attorney regarding my commission decrease?

Unless you a valid contract (either individually or collectively) with the employer, you won't have an easy time challenging what the employer is...

Can someone not be hired for the reason being they're a smoker in VA?

All legal; smoking is generally not considered a disability which is entitled to protection under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Is my former employer allowed to withhold my last paycheck in the state of virginia for personal reasons?

You can also contact the US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division for assistance in getting the employer to release your check. Further,...

You have not put this query in the correct practice area. I going to place this in Consumer Protection. You may also want to include it in...

I strongly suggest that you go to a workers compensation attorney ASAP. The workers compensation attorney will not charge you upfront to take your...

Where does it say in the Virginia Employment Commission notice of appeal about requesting a hearing to get your transcripts?

That is a very good question. You may want to suggest it to the VA governor, your state representative and the commission of the VEC.

Does an employee that meets all 3 exemptions qualify for overtime if required to provide off site services to other companies

These situations are very fact specific. It would be best to check with the US Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division as to whether your...