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What are an employee's rights to vacation time/pay?

If you mean that he is taking away 2 weeks of time that you …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago

Is reducing an employee's hours and embarasing that employee in front of others considered to be discrimation?

No, it is not discrimination under the law, unfortunately. Only actions directed against specifically …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 7 months ago

What recourse do I have if my employer changes my job title which is deemed a downgrade for future promotional opportunities?

Unfortunately, you do not have any recourse unless you had an employment contract which …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 7 months ago

Can I still file for unemployment or have a case against my company?

Yes, you can sue your company while filing for unemployment. Be aware however that-- 1) …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 7 months ago

If you clock in at 7:00 am, can your employer make you take an hour lunch break at 9:00 am and then work you until 5:30 with only a 5 minute break?

Under the laws of all states in this country, an employee is required to …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 7 months ago