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I was told my hours would be cut so I wrote a quick respectful letter stating I do not agree. I saw I was supposed to do that on an employment law TV show. My manager faxed to his manager since the letter was addressed to both. My question is if I accept the reduction in hours does that mean I accept to more negative changes like a change of status from full time to part time and will I get in trouble for writing the letter.

My organization recently restructured my role splitting it into two positions. They have said I’m not eligible for either of the new positions and have offered me a lower Job at a 31% salary cut. They have only given me 4 days to respond. I am past the response date. Am I able to ask for an extension for such an important decision so that I can get legal review?

How does notice period affect a payout of severance if I find a new job within 2 weeks?

After giving my employer a heads up of my retirement for them to sucession plan (months +). They are now pressuring me to retire sooner. what are my rights in this case? Thanks

Can I be terminated if my employer does not receive a Functional Abilities form filled out by my doctor. This is about accommodation issues, I already have submitted a note from doctor last year. They also are asking if this is a Real doctor's note ???? If she proceeds without this doctor's note and I have permanent medical issues, metal in my ankle, and permanent bladder on-going issues. I still am waiting to see a specialist. I go to the bathroom at least 10 times a day or more. I drink lots of water as I talk on the phones for 6 hours or more each day and it affects my vocal chords, voice. (Very taxing). I was on nexium but had to go off of it it caused wounds infections, bacterial growth etc. etc. 2 years of problems on PPI's. I have pictures to prove it and medical notes etc.