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Seeking Law Advice for Discrimination in the Workplace
Asked by T.H. from Lexington
on January 17, 2012
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Does anyone know of an attorney/law office in Lexington, KY that can advise on workplace discrimination pro bono? Background: I worked for company for 6 years, had s...
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- What is your discrimination? You had a child? Has your attendance been an issue? Did they say anything prior to your leave? As an HR professional, I'm not going to...
- I found this as a resource: http://research.lawyers.com/Kentucky/Employment-Law-in-Kentucky.html Personally, I don't think you have a case, since they terminated...
- What would be the discrimination? At my company, we've had lots of coworkers go on leave, and come back to find themselves out of job for reasons totally unrelated ...
Gender Discrimination
Asked by J.P. from Orlando
on September 12, 2007
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Okay ladies, you will eat this one up. I can't believe it myself. Last Wednesday my boss came to me and told me that my job position had been eliminated and that I was...
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- Before you hop to gender discrimination, (which it seems sorta like the case), you should consult a labor union such as Teamsters or another or at best an attorney. ...
- I don't think you were treated nicely, but I didn't catch why you think it's gender discrimination
- Hi J., I do believe that what happended to you is unfair, even unethical, however I do not believe it is necessarily "gender discrimnation." I would also suggest co...
Personal Questions Being Asked on Job Applications.
Asked by S.J. from Denver
on June 18, 2010
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How common is it these days for employment applications to ask any of the following questions:
Are you affiliated with a church? Are you active on any social networ...
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- Most of these questions are not appropriate and should not be asked, unless they are directly related to the job. Church, smoking, and drinking are all discriminary q...
- They can ask but you do not have to answer some of those questions. You can even check with the labor board to find out your rights to be sure. The only way religion c...
- i know it's illegal to ask the chruch question because they could use that as discrimination. i'm not sure about the drinking and smoking question. now the social netw...
Myself
Asked by C.C. from Chicago
on June 12, 2010
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Hi, I have been working in a husband/wife office for two years. My boss's wife does not like me. She doesnt speak to me. When I try to talk to her she just anawers ...
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- I agree with the others - unfortunately being a bi*ch isn't against the law. You should start documenting your pay issues. Instead of going in and talking with her, ...
- I've worked in an environment like that and I know it is hell. Every day was torture. I feel for you. I would start looking for a new job as soon as possible and leave...
- I Know that jobs are difficult to find in today's economy but I would certainly be looking for a more pleasant work atmosphere if I were you? Think about it, you spend...
Is This Legal for My Employer to Do? Just Curious If Anyone Knows.
Asked by R.L. from Detroit
on July 1, 2011
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I work for a large company where there are always internal job postings for different departments and positions. Currently my department will not allow anyone to apply...
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- I don't think it's illegal, but it wouldn't hurt to talk with an employment attorney to find out for sure. This doesn't sound like discrimination unless everyone in y...
- It may be covered in the company policy, they may be allowed to do it. Sounds fishy tho and worth your investigation.
- You may want to check with your human resources department. Internal job posting should be fair game to all that are interested.
Maternity Leave
Asked by W.B. from Houston
on July 14, 2011
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I recently file a charge for discrimination of pregnancy on my boss,because my hours were reduced unexpectedly , they gave me not one good explanation on why they were...
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- Usually maternity leave is not paid, and lasts six weeks, which is usually when your doc releases you to go back to work. Unless your boss is asking you to come in the...
- Most places especially small places do not offer *paid* maternity leave unless you have a disability insurance policy. I took 12 weeks of *unpaid* maternity leave whe...
- In companies where maternity leave is offered via short-term disability here is how it works: The first 5 days are unpaid - you use any existing vacation, personal,...
Pregnancy & Interviewing
Asked by K.A. from San Francisco
on August 19, 2009
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Has anyone ever been visibly pregnant & gone on a job interview? How did you handle it? How did the employer react? Is it even possible to get a job while pregnant ...
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- I have had this situation with both of my children. I tend to do things the hard way and have changed jobs both times that I was pregnant. With my first son, who is ...
- I interviewed for a job when I was 8 months pregnant. Luckily I was able to wear blazer/jacket? type thing that pretty much disguised it. I can't say I wasn't hoping...
- K., Honesty is the best policy. A potential employer cannot legally inquire about such things, but if I hired someone and they then announced their pregnancy, a pl...
Stabbed in the Back! So Mad!!
Asked by N.G. from Dallas
on August 1, 2011
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Several months ago a friend of mine (we've been friends since high school but were not very close) asked me to get him a job at my company. I honestly didn't know muc...
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- My dad owned a company and had to fire a problematic, under-performing employee. The employee accused my dad of firing him b/c he was Jewish. My dad pointed out th...
- People cry racism because that's the weapon the congress and Johnson and lawyers have given them. It used to be American business and government hired the best ma...
- Two issues here: 1. NEVER stick your neck out for someone you know regarding a job. If you haven't worked with them on a professional level--you don't *know* them...
Seeking Advice About Job Situation
Asked by M.C. from Rochester
on January 17, 2009
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My kids are 11 and 9 - i know they need me when i get home but i work full time. I really want to work part time. i have worked for the same company for 5 years and n...
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- M., What length would you go to have your husband at home with you, As well as, Build a legacy for your family? that is both willable & sellable. While resting assu...
- M., Have you heard of Scentsy "Authentic Wickless Candle"? Extremely safe w/ no wick, soot, lead, or flame. I would highly recommend starting a Scentsy Business! IT...
- I would speak to an attorney first about if that is discrimination employment. Go to parker&waichman.com
Birth Certificate Dilemma
Asked by S.S. from Los Angeles
on September 1, 2010
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I am due to deliver my first child soon.
I am in a bit of a pickle over the birth certificate. My childs father and I (who are not married but do live together) bo...
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- Sharing your personal information is illegal. I doubt they are interested in being sued. Your baby deserves an identity. Someday your child will grow up and you will n...
- Unless you look upon your child's father as a temporary sex provider, get married. Its cheap. The government will charge you more for the forms than a preacher will ...
- you will not even be able to give the birth certificate to HR or to your insurance company, because you will need to add the child immediately (within 30 days of birth...
