Answers Posted By Mark Biggerman

Answer to we have an employee who is on short term disability, can we lay him off? He has had excessive absenteeism in the past with no dr. excuse.

This is a very good question. However, your issue may be a lot more serious and complex than you realize. As a result, it Is virtually impossible to provide a concise answer here.

I suggest that you contact an experienced employment law attorney immediately. In fact, if you wish, you can call me and I will be glad to give you a free initial consultation over the phone. You can reach me at (216) 475-5600.

posted Aug 17, 2017 1:25 PM [EST]

Answer to Can an employer send an email to an entire agency accusing a employee of making a statement when there are witnesses that the accused did not make the statement and calling the employee

Based on how you describe the facts, they sounds like they could support a claim for defamation. I don't say that very often because proving defamation can be difficult. In your case, though, I do think you may have something.

However, if you wish to do something about it, I recommend acting quickly. For example, seeing a lawyer sooner, rather than later, if that's the way you want to proceed. The reason is that, by waiting, it could look like you don't actually consider it to be all that serious. That would make it difficult to argue that your reputation has been harmed in any major way.

posted May 30, 2016 06:51 AM [EST]

Answer to Should I sue?

You can also contact the U.S. Dept. of Labor.

posted Mar 21, 2016 6:34 PM [EST]

Answer to Can I receive severance if I turn down a newly expanded version of my current role?

In Ohio, there is no law requiring an employer to offer an employee severance pay. Therefore, unless you have a contract your employer, I am unaware of any way you would qualify for severance.

posted Mar 21, 2016 6:30 PM [EST]
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