I work 60, paid for 40, can't anymore, no babysitter. Job offered on call part-time. My rights? unemployment?
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You mean you were in a salaried position since you aren't paid for OT just 40hrs a week.  If you and your employer qualify under FMLA you can request up to 12wks of UNPAID (or paid at THEIR discretion) leave.  It doesn't have to be at one time.  However it sounds like that's not really an option for you.  Since you are requesting a new job you have to agree to the job or decide not to work.  They have NO responsibilty for unemployment since it's not their actions causing you to leave work.  Unemployment only comes in if your employer lets you go without reason (doesn't mean you have to be fired, just told we're letting you go because you can't fulfill the job requirements).  Since you're the one causing the job action you thus do not qualify for unemployment.  \n\nSeems they've offered you at least something, which is more then they have to.  Remember they're not responsible for your actions.
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The Better Business Bureau won't be able to do a thing for you, so disregard those answers.  They only take complaints about work performed by the company for customers.  I'll tell you who to contact at the end.\n\nAs for your first question, yes, they can "force" you to work on your day off, if it's a right to work situation (ie., you're not in a union or contracted to work specific days).  They have to give you a certain amount of advance notice, I believe though, if they change your schedule.\n\nThe second question is answered "no."  Unless you are salaried, federal law says you must be given a 15-minute break every 4 hours, and paid overtime for any amount of time over 40 hours you work in a week (so if you only work 32 hours, including the 10 you worked that day, you don't qualify).\n\nEvery state is different - I'm answering pretty generally - the things I said are pretty universal in the U.S.  As I said, the BBB won't do a thing.  You need to contact your local Department of Labor (call City Hall or your congressman to find out what it's called in your city/county/state).  Good luck.
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Since I don't know your situation firsthand, I can only offer up some avenues to explore.\n\nHave you exhausted all of your possible federal and public assistance possibilities?  You may be eligible for unemployment benefits, social security, medicaid, medicare, food stamps or childcare programs.  Consult a local social services center for more information on programs and how to qualify.  If you can at least get food stamps, the rest of your income can go towards other needs.\n\nIf you're not eligible for federal or state aid, then you might want to look for private sources of emergency funding, like churches or a local crisis center.  Many larger churches have special programs for emergency food and money. It should only take a phone call to the main number to get information.  Church affiliation is usually not a requirement for consideration.  They may also have a food pantry and facilities for childcare.\n\nIt's not easy to ask other people for help, especially if you've prided yourself on your independence for years.  Cancer is a slow moving disease and things tend to accumulate over the years.  The loss of your grandchildren is a burden shared by your entire family, so allow them to help out whenever they can.\n\nThe reality is that more money is the only real solution to financial troubles.  Where that extra money will come from may seem like an insolvable puzzle right now, but you might find something you can do to raise it yourself.  Some people have made good extra money by selling items on Ebay, for instance.  There are websites with leads on legitimate stay-at-home jobs you can do in your spare time.  Some people create crafts and sell them at weekend flea markets or arts&crafts shows.  You could pick up extra work as a substitute teacher or babysitter or delivering newspapers.  Look at your circumstances as a way to pull yourself up and rejoin life after your recent tragedies.\n\nGood luck and God bless you and yours.
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Unemployment Office helps! Then I'd check your state offices to see what sort of services they can provide!
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From the information you've given, I strongly recommend documenting everything that happens or is discussed between you and your employer.  It sounds as if this person is in financial trouble and you may have a problem with getting the money you're owed.  \nIf your employer is 4 weeks behind the normal, scheduled pay dates you should first attempt to solve the problem by telling the employer you need your money immediately. I also recommend looking for an alternate method of providing income for your family.  \nIf the employer will not terminate employment, and you have not signed a casual labor contract, you need to speak with a labor relations officer.  This can be done at your local employment insurance office.  It sounds as if you work for a small organization and unfortunately your employer is not interested in taking care of his employees.  \n\nGood luck and remember to follow the proper channels so that you have moral superiority and the law on your side.
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You could try the local newspaper office. They are always looking for kids to sell subscriptions, deliver newspapers, or other things. Also, you might want to try a workforce center in your town - they might not be able to help you given your age, but they can point you in the right direction. As for the babysitting thing, why don't you get your mom's permission and hang up flyers at your church (if you go) or at mom/dad's work (if they will allow you to do so)? It sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders. Keep your head up, you'll get it. Good luck!
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If you were contract labor and the contract was not renewed, I don't believe you are entitled to file a claim for unemployment.\n\nGenerally, you can only file for unemployment compensation against the organization that PAID into the Unemployment Plan.  That would be your employer.
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if you can afford to sign off then do it.\n\ni can only apply for jobs over 27hours as i live by myself and no-ones else supports me.\n\nif you can do it go for it.\nyou will still get council tax and housing benifits if you need them as you are working under 16 hours.
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The question still isn't easy to answer. Your best bet would be to contact a local attorney, or take the advise of the previous responder.\n\nBut the truth is, this is a free country and they can't make you do anything. The answer might be, however, do you want to continue to work for them and receive a paycheck?
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The situation is complicated.  You need an adult to deal with an adult.  So the best for you would be to find an parent, relative, friend who will speak up for you and on your behalf.  Only then will you get the real attention you need and the paycheck you deserve.  Otherwise, you are being taken advange of and it will continue as long as you let it happen to you.
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There is no law that states they can not fire you over the phone. I would ask them, of course, why you are being fired. And find out when you can expect your final check and what monies will be included in your final check (unused vacation, sick, etc.). I would also find out when you can expect your COBRA, 401(k) paperwork. I would also ask them if they plan to contenst any unemployment claims that you make with the state. And what their employment verification policy is. Most companies only give title, dates of employment and salary if a potential future employer calls them for a reference. I would confirm that this is their policy. \n\nIf you feel you are being fired wrongfully, I would request a copy of your personnel file and contact an attorney.
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1. Consider yourself blessed. If your bosses would just pick up and close shop the way they did, did you really want to be loyal to a place like that.\n\n2. Call unemployment and file as quickly as possible.\n\n3. Did you have a 401k plan? If so, you may be able to    \n   withdraw against it (There are tax and early withdrawal \n   penalties involved) But if you need the money,   \n   sometimes you do what you gotta do.\n\n4. Call all utilities and get on their budget plan. This \n   will begin to help you formulate a budget if don't  \n   already have one. And you'll know what your basic bills \n   wlll be each month.\n\n5. Write a letter to all your creditors telling them you  \n   will be making lower payment amounts because your income \n   situation has changed.\n\n6. Update your resume.\n\n7. Ask any and everybody, do they know of any place hiring.\n\n8. Surf the net for possible leads.\n\n9. Post your resume to a job search site like Monster dot \n   com.\n\n10.Volunteer somewhere doing something.  Sometimes you can \n   find the answer to your problems by helping someone else \n   with theirs. And who knows this may be where you get  \n   your best leads from. \n\n11.Exercise. If you don't already, start a routine that \n   will help you reduce stress.\n\n12. Finally, is there a dream in your life you haven't \n    reached for? Maybe now is the time to do what you were \n    sent here to do. When you are reaching for something  \n    you have always wanted, you'll encouter stumbling  \n    blocks but you'll never fail. Self employment might be \n    calling your name. You have 30 years of service, you \n    can't tell me you don't have the background to succeed \n    at whatever you want to do.\n\nI wish you Godspeed and the best of luck.
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"going to hell in a handbasket" Where the hell are you living? Unemployment is down to like 5% thats lower than just about any country in the world. We in the United States enjoy very good lives. Perhaps you would rather have been young in the 30s and 40s. There was no support for the elderly. Children were expected to start work at age 7. The work week was Monday thru Saturday with 16 hour days. The child mortality rate was very high as kids were hurt in textile plants, on farms and generally abused by overworked, parents. Open up a history book and learn where we have come from before you start blabbing about how things have gone bad. Things are quite good. You should be damned thankful you are alive in this era and living in this country.
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Yes, I understand it's just your job. But you should understand, people work and their checks from their jobs are not enough. Besides the kids and things they want to do. You call to remind them everyday, they don't make enough to survive and be happy. So yeah you might have got cursed out a time or two.
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You definitely have a case for unemployment, but the underlying question is "How do I get my job back?"\n\nLook at other circumstances surrounding the absence.   FMLA would have covered your absence, as long as you met the number of hours worked.   You need to find that out.   If there are other circumstances, like you failed to call off from work for two or three days before you showed up with the Dr's excuse...or perhaps had too many absenses prior to this one.   \n\nRegardless, you need to consult a lawyer with all of the facts.   He will advise you as to the proper recourse.   If you are uncomfortable with a lawyer, then you need to go through the Boeing appeal process, which is available through corporate Human Resources.   If they refuse that, make sure they refuse it in writing....and take that to the lawyer.\n\nGood luck, and I hope you feel better.   \n\nPS:  If you win, you will get back wages.
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Tell your employer that you will resign, if they will agree to pay unemployment.\n\nThen tell the unemployment office that you were laid off. You will then get benefits.\n\nTake care,\nTroy
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you don't have to go or look up anything.  just call 1-800-300-5616.  press the right keypads to help you start the "file a new claim" menu.  it's pretty self-explanatory if you just listen and it is communicated with very simple terms and comprehension.  you will need to have ready ahead of time a couple of things in front of you before you dial.  you need your soc. sec. #. ; name, address, phone number, and your occupation of your last employer.  you will be eligible for benefits, only if you are a state or private school employee that has been laid off for seasonal or government funding; an ex-employee of a government or county agency, have been injured on or off the job, and are unable to return to that same position ever again due to this injury, and or you got fired, legitimately, or not.  with this latter reason, your employer has a right to deny and contest your eligibility, but don't stand for that!   file an "appeal of claim" form that you may also request over the phone, and the e.d.d. will mail it to your.  the committee that reviews these does sometimes decide in favor of the person appealing and filing the claim.  \n\nthe e.d.d. person that you finally get to talk to on the other end will explain the rest of the proceduire and steps (receiving, signing,and returning your claim form, keeping your telephone interview, etc.).   \n\nfinally, be patient!  the initial process takes some time!! and there is nothing you can do about it!  go with the flow!\n\nGOOD LUCK!!