Recently, a reader wrote in to ask if an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provision could help her grandson. “My grandson has a reading and comprehensive dyslexia problem. He is an electrician, and in order to advance in his job, he must pass a qualification test. He has taken the test over and over. But his ...
Thinking about suing your employer for wrongful termination, harassment, discrimination or wage theft? If so, you probably want to know how much an employment attorney will charge you. In fact, one reader wrote recently to ask: “how much is the percentage of the attorney’s fees taken out?” We'll answer that question and some others that ...
Things are moving fast as states take steps to contain the growing coronavirus outbreak. Many readers were laid off, furloughed without pay or had their shift hours cut. Others work at schools temporarily closed to slow its spread, but aren’t eligible to file unemployment. How are people supposed to pay rent and bills with no ...
You lost your job, but believe your employer illegally fired you. How hard is it to prove a wrongful termination case — and which claims usually win? Remember, there’s a big difference between what most people agree seems “unfair” vs. breaking the law. Below, we'll list some examples of what it takes to win a ...
Thinking about suing your employer for one reason or another? There are time limits on how long you have to file an employment lawsuit. In legal terms, this is commonly known as the “statute of limitations.” But unlike most other claim types you can file, state law doesn’t define your deadline to file an employment ...
You decided it’s finally time to speak with an employment lawyer about your unpleasant situation at work. That’s great! But now, you’re not sure what to expect from your free, no-obligation legal consultation. Learn how to prepare for your first in-person meeting and what documents to bring with you below. How to Prepare For Your First ...
