Employment, Workers' Comp & Benefits
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How do I get a subpoena for records from a social media platform?
In general, getting records from a social media platform usually involves a subpoena, but the exact process depends on the type of records you want, the platform’s policies, and the court rules that apply in your New Mex...
What happens if I was rear-ended while driving a company vehicle?
If you were rear-ended while driving a company vehicle in Michigan, several different legal and insurance issues may come up at the same time. In general, the fact that the vehicle belongs to your employer does not preve...
My Employer Cut My Pay Without Telling Me Until Payday — Is That Legal?
In general, an employer in North Carolina may be able to reduce an employee’s pay, but the legality often depends on what kind of employee you are, when the change took effect, and whether the employer followed required...
Is it legal for my employer to deduct $300 from my paycheck for broken equipment?
In general, whether an employer in Alabama can deduct $300 from your paycheck for broken equipment depends on several facts, including the terms of your agreement, the type of equipment, whether the deduction would cut i...
What are my rights if I was bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois?
If you were bitten by a dog while delivering food to someone’s house in Illinois, you may have several possible avenues to explore, depending on what happened and who may be responsible. In general, Illinois law can trea...
How do I identify an anonymous account that posted defamatory comments about my business?
In general, identifying an anonymous account that posted harmful comments about a business can be difficult, and the process usually depends on the platform, the available evidence, and the applicable law in North Caroli...
Can I sue someone who recorded my private conversation and sent it to my coworkers?
In California, you may have legal options if someone recorded a private conversation and shared it with your coworkers, but the answer depends heavily on the facts. In general, whether a claim is available can turn on th...
Can I make a personal injury claim if I slipped on ice outside my office building?
In Missouri, a slip-and-fall on ice outside an office building may sometimes lead to a personal injury claim, but the answer usually depends on who controlled the area, whether anyone knew or should have known about the...
How do I prove a conversation was private enough for two-party consent rules to apply?
In Washington, whether a conversation was private enough for two-party consent rules to apply usually depends on the facts and the context of the recording. In general, the key question is not just whether the conversati...
Do I have to get everyone’s consent before recording a Zoom call with a contractor?
In California, the answer is often yes if the Zoom call is a confidential communication. California is a two-party consent state for certain recorded conversations, which means all parties may need to agree before the ca...
Can I sue over defamatory comments made during a livestream?
In general, yes, it may be possible to sue over defamatory comments made during a livestream if the statements meet the legal requirements for defamation. But whether a claim exists usually depends on what was said, how...
Do I have to sign a settlement release before I know whether my knee injury needs surgery?
In general, no one can force you to sign a settlement release before you are ready, but a defendant or insurer may make that a condition of paying a settlement. A release is usually a final agreement that ends your claim...
What Type of Attorney Handles Defamation Threats Over Social Media Posts?
In general, a defamation issue involving social media posts may be handled by an attorney who practices defamation law, media law, First Amendment-related litigation, or civil litigation. In Kansas, the right type of law...
My Employer Says I’m an Independent Contractor but Controls My Schedule — Is That Misclassification?
In California, schedule control can be an important clue that a worker may be an employee rather than an independent contractor. In general, the more control a company has over when, where, and how the work gets done, th...
How do I dispute a collection account that was opened under my name fraudulently?
If a collection account was opened in your name without your permission, the first step is usually to treat it as a possible identity theft or credit reporting problem and gather as much documentation as you can. In gene...