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I have an employee that has been arrested for domestic violence. I was informed of the arrest by his spouse. He is likely to miss an extended amount of work due to previous charges. I have not spoken with him as of yet to hear his version of the truth. What are my obligations to this employee? 1 year with the company.

I worked at FORANS roofing and was fired last week for an argument with an employee that happen off the job , I was there for 11 months , never a written up or anything , can they just fire me with no proper cause

I have a pregnant employee who is unable to perform her duties. She has miss over 50% of her shifts in the last six weeks. Can this employee be terminated even though the pregnancy may be the reason for her inability to meet her responsibilities?

The company I work for is continuing to employ those who want to work past 65 at the same pay rate, but they must give up their benefit package as well as profit sharing. Can they do this? Thank you

I have an employee who has poor performance, has called in multiple times and was a no show. She has been verbal warned and has been written up for the no show and one bad customer comment. Is this grounds for dismissal