FAQ's EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR LAW

FAQ's
EMPLOYMENT AND LABOR LAW

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I just got fired. Can I sue my employer?
	It depends. Do you have a written contract of employment? Did you sign an agreement to arbitrate all employment disputes? Are you represented by a Union? If so, please contact your Union about filing a grievance. Were you fired because of your race, sex, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age or for filing a charge of discrimination based on any of these? You can file a charge of discrimination with the Arizona Civil Rights Division (602-542-5263) or the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (602-640-5000). Were you fired because you complained about wages, hours and working conditions on behalf of yourself and at least one other person or because of union activities? You can file a charge of discrimination with the National Labor Relations Board (602-640-2160). Were you paid everything due you? You can file a wage claim with the State Labor Department of the Industrial Commission of Arizona if the amount is less than $5000.00 (602-542-4515). Were you fired for making a safety complaint or calling OSHA to the job? You may file a charge of discrimination with the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health (602-545-5795). Our consultation fee is $250.00. Please contact us for our next available appointment at 480-425-7272 or click on our Consultation Intate form on the home page.
I have an employee who is not performing well. Can I fire that employee?
	It depends. Did that employee have a written contract? Is there an employee manual? Does the employee belong to any protected group or has the employee engaged in any protected activities? Our consultation fee is $250.00. Please contact us for our next available appointment at 480-425-7272 or click on our Consultation Intake form on the home page.
My employer gave me a severance agreement. What are my rights?
	Our consultation fee is $250.00. Please contact us for our next available appointment at 480-425-7272 or click on our Consultation Intake form on the home page.
I want an individual to help my business as an independent contractor. Is there anything I should do?
	Yes! There are tax implications to discuss with your accountant. There are worker compensation and other employment law issues to address. Our consultation fee is $250.00. Please contact us for our next available appointment at 480-425-7272 or click on our Consultation Intake form on the home page.