Employment, Workers' Comp & Benefits
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How do I handle a DUI charge if I have a commercial driver’s license?
If you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and are charged with DUI in Minnesota, the issue can affect more than a regular driver’s license case. In general, a DUI charge may create criminal, licensing, employment,...
What happens if my employer qualifies now but did not qualify during my first two years there?
In general, the answer depends on what law you are talking about. Some workplace laws apply only if an employer has a certain number of employees or meets another coverage test. If your employer did not meet that test du...
Is it legal for my employer to pay my final wages by direct deposit after firing me?
In general, an employer may be able to pay final wages by direct deposit after firing an employee, but the answer depends on Utah wage-payment rules, the terms of the direct-deposit arrangement, and the employer’s usual...
Is it legal for a store manager to record a private back-office conversation with an employee?
In California, whether a store manager can legally record a private back-office conversation with an employee usually depends on the facts, especially whether the conversation was confidential and whether everyone involv...
I left a bad review for a local business and now they’re threatening to sue. Should I take it down?
A bad review does not automatically create legal liability, and businesses often cannot sue simply because they dislike criticism. In general, a review is more likely to create legal risk only if it contains a false stat...
What are my rights if the bite happened while I was working as a mail carrier?
If you were bitten by a dog while working as a mail carrier in Kansas, you may have more than one possible path for help, depending on the facts. In general, a work-related dog bite can raise workers’ compensation issues...
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 accidentally captured audio of a private conversation on my dashcam?
If your dashcam accidentally recorded a private conversation in California, the legal consequences can depend on the facts, especially how the recording happened, who was being recorded, and whether anyone had a reasonab...
My bank reopened a closed account and charged overdraft fees. Is that allowed?
In general, a bank should not simply reopen a truly closed account and start charging new overdraft fees without some legal or contractual basis. But whether the bank’s actions are allowed often depends on the account ag...
What happens if I was in the wrong repayment plan because my servicer told me it counted?
If a loan servicer told you that a certain repayment plan would count and you later learn it may not have counted, the situation can be frustrating and financially important. In general, the result depends on what kind o...
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...
How do I check whether my employer counts for Public Service Loan Forgiveness?
Public Service Loan Forgiveness, often called PSLF, is a federal student loan program that generally looks at whether your employment is with a qualifying public service employer and whether you meet the program’s other...
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...
How do I get a defamatory Reddit post removed if the poster is anonymous?
If a Reddit post seems defamatory and the poster is anonymous, there are usually a few practical and legal paths to try. The first step is often to preserve evidence, because posts can be edited or deleted quickly. Take...
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...