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Families First Coronavirus Response Act
Post On Mar. 24, 2020

The Families First Coronavirus Response Act has become law with an effective date of April 2, 2020. The Act expires on December 31, 2020. Please note that the Act was just passed. There are no administrative or judicial decisions interpreting the Act nor has the Constitutionality of the Act yet been...

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Fact Sheet for City and County Employees in Colorado
Post On Jan. 22, 2019

Employees of cities and counties in Colorado may have legal rights that differ from those rights available to private-sector employees. This guide provides an overview of the administrative and legal processes available for employees of cities and counties in Colorado. Processes Available for City a...

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My fiancee was just demoted from her manager position because she was sick and had brought doctors notes every time ?
Asked in Lake Isabella,  CA Jan. 12, 2019 ,  3 Answers

My fiancee has been getting terribly sick and has had go to the Er multiple times each time she has her doctors notes and the general manager had wrote her up for being sick shortened her hours and is trying to write her up for anything she can...

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Do I have to file with the EEOC or State Agency for discrimination or can I go straight to court?
Asked in San Francisco,  CA Jan. 11, 2019 ,  2 Answers

I was discriminated against at my job and terminated after I complained. I'm trying to find out if I HAVE to file with an agency or if I can go straight to suing them....

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Do I have a case if a foreman has discriminated because of my age, weight in front of coworkers and over a radio
Asked in Fontana,  CA Jan. 11, 2019 ,  4 Answers

Foreman calls me old Mark because there are 2 Marks...tells coworkers that my belly has gotten bigger since I’ve worked there and bullies me on a radio which everyone can here throughout the hospital. Once I told the safety guy what was going on, they’re moving me to a different crew...

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Can employerbdeny u to park in handicap parking space?
Asked in Newport News,  VA Dec. 16, 2018 ,  2 Answers

I work at a Salon suite on Virginia, can the owners deny you to park in the front row of the handicaps parking space, I have a sign. Said to me that's it for clients not members....

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What can I do ?
Asked in Sea Island,  GA Dec. 14, 2018 ,  2 Answers

I was hired for a job with a big company here in my town. Aced everything got my acceptance e-mail and all later that day they called back and said the doc said my sugar was high and they were taking the offer back and I couldn't apply again....

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Sleep apnea accommodation at work?
Asked in Washington,  DC Dec. 08, 2018 ,  2 Answers

Does my employer have to provide a portable CPAP machine at its expense as a reasonable accommodation if I travel due to my job? My health insurance will cover at home treatment but not travel treatment because it is considered a luxury and not essential. I believe this would be a reasonable accommo...

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What should I plea? and what do I do to get the least of everything? Cant do jail because of my son unless house arrest if need
Asked in Rancho Cucamonga,  CA Mar. 03, 2016 ,  8 Answers

Pulled me over for speeding then asked ?? yes I had drank the night before and had a bloody mary bout 3hrs prior to being pulled over. I had my ADULT special need child w me. I am the only care giver for my son he is 21. I am a single mom and I have NO one else to watch my son whom is still in diape...

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REGULATING THE CONDUCT AND ETHICS OF TAX PROFESSIONALS
Post On Apr. 08, 2015

This article explains the reciprocal nature of the ethical requirements governing all Tax Professionals. It also explains a taxpayer’s rights when confronted with unethical and inappropriate conduct. It then explains the tools available to Tax Professionals to report any ethical violations. Finally,...

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Should I hire a DUI Lawyer or Stick with the public defender?
Asked in Woodhaven,  NY Feb. 24, 2015 ,  13 Answers

I got into an accident in Queens, New York and my car got wrecked. The person I hit, his car was alright, and left. I was inside the car while my friend took a look at my car outside. Two police officers came out of a train station came over. The car wasn't moving. Fast forward, I blew a .18 BAC. I'...

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What is the best defense for a 2nd offense OWi, in WI? I will be representing myself.
Asked in Grafton,  WI Feb. 20, 2015 ,  10 Answers

My BAC was .15...

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I received my first dui and have a clean record. I am wondering if I need a lawyer.
Asked in Fond Du Lac,  WI Feb. 15, 2015 ,  10 Answers

I would like to plead guilty and minimize the impact on my family. I am grateful that I was pulled over as I had put myself and others in harms way. My BAC was extremely high and I'm afraid of potential jail time. I spoke with one lawyer and he said that his services could cost up to $5000 if we pur...

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Equal Employment
Post On Nov. 13, 2014

The equal employment statutes affect all phases of the employment process, from the initial advertising of a job vacancy through the hiring, promotion, discipline, termination, and retirement of an employee. The rule remains the same at each stage of the employment process: an employer is prohibited...

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Does a CA DUI criminal trial have the authority to lengthen a DMV-imposed license suspension?
Asked in Anaheim,  CA Oct. 20, 2014 ,  10 Answers

I had a DUI in the state of GA in 2009, and got it with a GA license. I completed probation and all the requirements. I then moved to CA, re-took the drivers test, and obtained a CA license. I got another DUI in September in Orange County, and I assumed it would be counted as my 2nd DUI due to my GA...

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First time dui arrest without visual evidence of driving. Is it possible for my case to be dropped?
Asked in San Bernardino,  CA Oct. 06, 2014 ,  12 Answers

First time dui with a clean record. My car broke down on the freeway, resulting in me having to push it to the side of the road. I stood outside of the vehicle the entire time, waiting for AAA to arrive, when a highway patrol car pulled up behind me. The cop asked me to perform a series of field sob...

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Dwi charge without breath test?
Asked in Buffalo,  NY Sep. 19, 2014 ,  11 Answers

My friend was arrested for drunk driving/dwi, but did not take breath test. I dont understand how she can be charged with dwi if the cops cant prove she had alcohol in her body with a breath test--is this legal?...

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California Unruh Civil Rights Act
Post On Jul. 02, 2014

Discrimination in California Business Establishments: What to do if you are denied service at a business because of your sex, color, race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, medical condition, marital status, or sexual orientation or to persons regardless of their genetic information, ...

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I am seeking representation as plaintiff in a California ADA/Unruh Act claim of disability discrimination in a local bank branch
Asked in Long Beach,  CA May 29, 2013 ,  1 Answers

I am a "qualified individual with disability" as defined under law and have suffered discrimination via a refusal of a business to provide "reasonable accommodation" in a public facility. I have significant evidence to support my claim...

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Should I File My Employment Discrimination Claim with the EEOC or the ERD?
Post On Mar. 13, 2012

A commonly misunderstood and confusing part of employment law litigation for employees who feel they have been discriminated against in Wisconsin is whether to file their claim with the Wisconsin Equal Rights Division (ERD) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). While both entities w...

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