Employment, Workers' Comp & Benefits
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What happens if my wages are garnished for an old credit card debt I do not recognize?
If your wages are being garnished for an old credit card debt you do not recognize, it usually means a creditor or debt buyer says it got a judgment against you and is now using that judgment to collect. In Alabama, a wa...
How do I file a wage claim in Utah for a final paycheck that is two weeks late?
If your final paycheck in Utah is two weeks late, you may be dealing with a wage-payment issue rather than a simple payroll delay. In general, Utah workers are entitled to be paid for wages they have earned, including fi...
How do I handle online defamation that is hurting my job search?
Online defamation can be especially damaging during a job search because employers may review search results, social media, review sites, or other online content before deciding whether to interview or hire someone. If f...
Can my employer put my final check on a pay card with fees in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the answer often depends on what payment method you agreed to and what the employer’s payroll practices are. In general, employers may use different ways to pay wages, including direct deposit, paper che...
Can my employer deduct $250 from my last check for a laptop charger I returned late?
In general, an employer in Utah may not automatically take money from your final paycheck just because company property was returned late. Whether a deduction is allowed usually depends on the facts, the employer’s polic...
Is it legal for someone to repeatedly call my phone from blocked numbers after I asked them to stop?
In Washington, repeated calls from blocked numbers after you asked the caller to stop may be unlawful depending on the facts, the caller’s purpose, and whether the conduct rises to harassment, stalking, threats, or anoth...
What happens if the other person gave consent to record but later changed their mind?
In California, the answer often depends on when the consent was given, what exactly was agreed to, and whether the recording continued after the person withdrew consent. In general, if someone agreed to be recorded and t...
How do I prove the exact day I was separated from payroll for final pay purposes?
In Utah, the exact day you were separated from payroll can matter because final pay issues often turn on the date your employment ended. In general, the best proof is any record that shows when your employer treated you...
What happens if my employer mailed my final paycheck but the postmark was three days after termination?
If your employer in Utah mailed your final paycheck, a postmark that is three days after your termination date may matter because it can help show when the employer actually sent the payment. In general, final pay issues...
Do I have to give the insurance company access to my mental health records?
In general, an insurance company does not automatically get unlimited access to your mental health records just because you make a claim. Whether you have to share them usually depends on the type of insurance, what you...
My Ex Won’t Remove My Name From a Joint Phone Plan — What Can I Do?
If your name is still on a joint phone plan after a breakup, the main issue is usually that the account holder and the phone carrier still see you as financially responsible for the account. In general, a joint plan can...
What happens if a hidden camera video of me was uploaded online?
If a hidden camera video of you was uploaded online, it can raise serious privacy, safety, and reputation concerns. In general, the fact that the video was posted publicly does not make the recording legal. Depending on...
What happens if someone posted a false accusation in a Discord server with 300 members?
If someone posted a false accusation in a Discord server with 300 members, the main legal issue is often whether the statement can be treated as defamation under Wisconsin law. In general, a false statement shared with o...
Can my employer make me pay back training costs if I quit after two months?
In New York, an employer may sometimes try to require repayment of training costs if you leave soon after starting, but the answer usually depends on the written agreement and the way the repayment was structured. A repa...
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...