I've filed a grievance through my union -should I hire an attorney now, or wait(no company response yet)?
150022
Hire a lawyer outside of the union, the union should pay for the lawyer.
106035
As a workers' comp. attorney, it has been my experience that proceeding on a WC claim is a very long and tedious affair for injured workers.  It sounds like you are currently receiving some form of treatment, which is good.  It can take months to go to a hearing, and then months more if there is an appeal.\n\nIf you think your attorney is not diligently representing your interests, you are always free to get a second opinion.
1136785
Go to the CAB and/or look in phone book for a local Law Centre (free lawyers - if one of them is qualified in employment law they will take on your case if then think it has merit.) Your employer is liable for the actions of its employees\n\nMeanwhile, take detailed notes of the bullying: when, what, who, why. Find out what your workplace grievance procedure is (you have to go through this before you can bring a claim if thats what you end up doing). Also if you have a trade union, speak to them first. Good luck.
144670
If you have a human resource department you would report it to them first. If not you report it to your state labor board. They will walk you thru what you need to do.
829839
No one unless you are in a union. \n\nSO either \n1) Get a union at work\n2) quit\n3) Take your break and then sue when you are fired over it. That you can do...
426199
If you consider your redundancy as solution to your bullying at work accept it in good faith and look for other job. If you believe in God, pray that He will rise to defend your course. If you are a moralist and you have good basis for your claim, then employ the service of a sound lawyer, if you will not be restored to office at least you will be paid your separation pay or final entitlement as early as possible.But if you win the case, be warned and be careful so that justifiable means will not be used to terminate your appointment.
621027
IF you are absolutely positive no activity of this kind is true, and you have evidence that will support your arguement, you may have a case.  Where you part if a union?  If not, then do you work in an at-will employment state?  IF yes, then there is nothing you can do, except possibly obtain unemployment.  \n\nHowever, you may bring a libel suit against the former co-worker.\n\nGood luck.
840784
Everyone is entitled to have an off day.  Don't take it personally unless it becomes habitual or there is a threat made.  At that point inform your supervisor/manager of the activity.  There may be an Aggressive/Anger Behavior that needs attention by people that have been trained on how to deal with the problem.  Your supervisor/manager should have a crisis number to call if he deems necessary.  If it’s your boss that has the issue call your HR Dept. (HR will handle the call or direct you to the proper party). He may have had previous issues with others and this is information the company needs to take action one way or the other.\n\nEveryone is expendable.  But at the same token everyone is valuable.  It all depends on weather the individual has a valid case of harming or damaging people or property.\n\nDoes this issue involve a Union?  This would simply require filing a grievance.  \n\nTaking action or replying in a negative fashion is often acted on prematurely, wait a day and then reply.  Sometime what you think happened was actually what your mind made of it without thinking things through.\n\nGood Luck
335164
While you worked there, you were entitled to have a copy of absolutely anything you signed (which you probably signed your corrective action).  You are entitled to view every last thing in your file regarding any grievances/proof/documentation the company had against your performance (except for anything related to any criminal investigation had they been conducting one).  You can try to call their bluff and contact them stating that you would like to see copies of what you signed and documents related to your performance.  I think they have the right to deny you since you no longer work there.  I worked with a lawyer in a claim I am not allowed to say details of.  Marc Levine was my lawyer - a great wrongful termination/discrimination/sexual harrassment/workplace grievances lawyer.  I have nothing but great things to say about him.  He works on a purely contingency basis so you only pay him if you win the claim or settle out of court.  I will give you his number if you want it so that you can see if you have a claim.  I think he will be able to subpeona those documents should it go that far.  He will be able to tell you what to do next.
583046
Were you specifically told that your condition was the reason for your termination? You need to speak to an attorney who specializes in labor law.\n\nDepends on what the condition is as well.
895009
Do you have a grievance procedure at your place of employment?  If so, then there seem to be good reasons to invoke it. You write a letter to your employer setting out the grounds for your grievance and they should respond offering you a time and place to meet with them to discuss it.  All being well, you should be able to reach some accommodation.  ACAS can give you advice on how to proceed. http://www.acas.org.uk/
24631
It is recommended that you contact your fellow employees and have all notify your state Attorney General's Office.  They will investigate and track this employer and any owners affiliated with them (eventually).  A repayment is possible but may take a very long time.  But... will you let them get away with it?
480225
i would contact your state's labor board and find out what your options are.  they may be able to help you without contacting a lawyer.  if you are unable to get help through them, i would contact your local "legal aid".  this is a group of lawyers who will usually give you legal advise, or even actually work for free or minimal cost.
1134374
you should get a payment depending on service, check with your union rep,if you are going to be employed by the same employer they may make a payment or keep you on your present pay scale until you agree to forgo the payment, if no agreement exists with your employer try to make a agreement, on a full redundancy package you would be covered by law, if you have not got a union try contacting a suitable one on the issue..
866706
I would call the Dept. of Labor right away, ask for the wage & hour division, and then look for another job. There are laws which protect you.
447192
Yes you have a lawsuit. Don't accept any workers compensation checks or you will lose your rights. Get a lawer now.
507330
It all depends on how much you want to get and how big your company is. If your working for a union and u were hurt, i would say get a lawyer immeditally. But if you work in a mom and pop shop it will create a lot of animosity.\nMost personal injury lawyers will give you a free first visit to hear your story. So go find one and do not give him the permission to sue until you want to take legal action.