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By law, how many days in a row can an employee be made to work 12 hours per day?

The short answer is, "all of them." Except as indicated below, the law does …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 month ago

What to do if my former employer is suing me for a civil demand in the amount of $356?

Whether you can fight the claim depends on whether you actually did the thing …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 months ago

Could I get any compensation from my employer toward my car and hospital bills since I was required to come to work regardless of personal safety?

No,  your employer is not responsible for your injuries, damage, or costs: 1) A person …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 months ago

What to do if our city is EEOC/AA and we have a Deputy Fire Chief position opening in the Fire Department but they have not advertised the position?

Under the laws of all states in this country where a municipality is subject …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 months ago

What to do if I work for a retail store and my manager recently started basing all employee hours on whether or not they get customers to sign up for credit cards or buy extended …

No, you are not protected unless you have written employment contracts guarantying your hours. …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 2 months ago