Can I sue my job for drinking during work and treating me like dirt?

In general to establish defamation, a person must show that the information was false, that it was published to a third party, that there was harm...

Am I legally obliged to pay back my employer for any VABC fines they have to pay?

As a general rule, the employer may be able to hold you liable for their fine, especially since you pleaded guilty. However, under garnishment...

How do I compel a former employer to pay me unpaid wages?

I would suggest that you make an appointment with your local legal services/legal aid office and see if an attorny can assist you; you will have to...

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I was accussed of being discrimating towards an employee

Fairness is not required in the workplace in the US. However, if you are being targeted based on PROHIBITED DISCRIMINATION such as race, age, sex,...

I was unjustly fired, what can I do about my sick leave they withheld and money they took from my last check?

Did the company have an employee manual that spells out your benefits such as sick pay? If so, that could be an aid in establishing the company's...

Can I still get the job even with this 9 year old misdemeanor charge?

If the application question ONLY mentions a felony, I think you would be safe checking no. If it mentions any other crimes then you would have...

Can I be fired for working extra time during the day to make up for taking a one hour college course on my lunch break?

Not if the termination is based on PROHIBITED discrimination such as sex, race, national origin, creed, and/or disabilty. At this point, I would...

What can my wife or I do about her boss?

Unfortunately, there is no law requiring employers to acts civily to their employees in this country, unlike certain foreign countries. Unless,...

I have PTSD and disability discrimination.

At this point, I would consult with an attorney well versed in disability discrimination law. You might want to contact www.mwela.org or...

Do I need an employment lawyer?

Without knowing all the specifics of the contract and on what basis the employer would make such a demand, it is not possible to determine if it is...