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Expertise
I can answer most questions about employment law, federal or state. I am an attorney, not an HR professional, so questions about HR careers, coursework, prospects, etc. are not within my scope.
Experience in the area
Attorney for 20 years, currently working exclusively with employment law - FLSA, FMLA, federal contracts, pay, etc.
Education/Credentials
Temple University School of Liberal Arts, BA, Rhetoric & Communication, 1982 Temple University School of Law, JD, 1990 Certificate in HR, Cornell University ILR School, 2006
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Sandra | 05/21/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Lisa | 05/21/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Alicia | 05/03/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Hi Margaret, Thank you for the thorough ..... |
| CCJJ4 | 04/28/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Mary | 04/28/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your direct and concise ..... |
Recent Answers from Margaret M. deMarteleire
2012-05-23 1099 contractor, subjected to employee rules:
Lisa - It sounds to me as if you are an employee, not an independent contractor. If you want to contest your classification, you may contact the state or federal Department of Labor and file a complaint
2012-05-22 training wage:
Maryee - I see nothing in the Florida Labor Statutes that would allow a training wage lower than the minimum wage. In addition, if you are covered by the Federal law, there is an age limitation on who
2012-05-22 sick leave in contract:
Mohammed - Nothing in federal or Kentucky law requires that employers give employees either vacation or sick leave, so you have no legal claim to support your desire for paid sick days. However, you will
2012-05-22 exempt professional's accountability:
Kathi - If you are in a responsible position such that you could need to be contacted for an emergency, then yes, you should notify your supervisor about your whereabouts whenever you are not in the office
2012-05-17 PTO at the time of employment termination:
Sandra - California law does not allow employers to deprive employees of vacation time they have earned according to company policy. If your accrual of these benefits means they are currently available
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