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Morrissey V. Laurel Health Care Company: Sixth Circuit Issues Favorable Opinion On Employee’s Ada Failure To Accommodate Claim

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Earlier this month (December 3, 2019), the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a favorable opinion for employee rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In Morrissey v. Laurel Health Care Company, the plaintiff was a licensed practical nurse that was forced to quit her job because her employer would not accommodate her work restrictions, which included a reduced or […]

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Employee Vs Independent Contractor: Which Are You?

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My employer classifies me as an independent contractor when I believe I should be classified as an employee.  How do I determine if I am properly classified? Does this matter? Should I be paid overtime? Our wage and hour lawyer breaks it down for you here. The answer to this question requires an evaluation of multiple factors.  Labels

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Reassignment Accommodation

Is Job Reassignment A Reasonable Accommodation Under The Americans With Disabilities Act (ada)?

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If you cannot perform your job due to a disability, and you request to be reassigned to a job you are able to perform as an ADA accommodation, can your employer make you compete for this open position with other job applicants? This likely depends on where you live. Our Columbus, Ohio ADA Disability attorneys provide a

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Six Critical Steps To Take Before Filing An Employment Lawsuit

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Are you a current or former employee thinking about filing a lawsuit against your current or former employer? This article lays out the crucial steps to take before you initiate legal action – from the view point of a Columbus employment attorney. Failing to follow these guidelines could have a negative impact on the success of

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FMLA Eligibility Qualification

Are You Eligible For Medical Leave Under The Family Medical Leave Act (fmla)?

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Am I entitled to medical leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in Ohio? What are the FMLA Ohio leave eligibility requirements and qualifications? Do you or a family member suffer from a serious medical condition or do you have an upcoming surgery? If you need medical leave from work, you could be

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Are Non-compete Agreements Enforceable In Ohio?

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The common belief amongst employees is that non-compete and/or non-solicitation agreements are disfavored and not enforceable.  However, the Courts in Ohio have enforced these restrictive agreements under certain circumstances. Before you assume that your non-compete or non-solicitation agreement is not enforceable, you should read this article and talk to an employment attorney. When you started your employment, you

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Overtime For Salary Exempt Employees In Ohio

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My employer told me I’m not entitled to overtime pay because I am an “exempt” employee. What does this mean, and how can I challenge this? Does this comply with Ohio Overtime Laws? Picture this: You pick up some extra hours at work and ask your employer if you’ll receive overtime for your extra efforts. You

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