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What to do if I was fired for a very subjective reason that I beleiee really had to do with my age?

Under the laws of all states in this country one cannot be discriminated against …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 5 months ago

Does an employer have to pay an employee a base wage to work for them?

Under the laws of all states in this country the rate of wages is …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago

What is the law regarding paying someone as an independent contractor in order to avoid overtime pay?

If you are an employee you are entitled to overtime compensation. If an indepedent …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago

If a general constractor has not been paid, can a sub-contractor still sue the GC for their payment?

Yes, you should be worried. Unless your contract with the subcontractor--the one he agreed …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago

Can my employer refuse to take me back after maternity leave?

If you took leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (you were eligible …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 6 months ago