How do I move forward with this case... anyone been through this?

Employment Law Forum
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I talked to an attorney who said I have a strong case. The issue is I don’t understand how to proceed. My account was closed just two days after opening it. I’m unemployed because I was fired for a reason that wasn’t proven. Then my new employer fired me again for the same reason. Has anyone dealt with something like this? Looking for advice on what steps to take.

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That sounds really tough. Have you considered working with a lawyer on a contingency fee basis? They only get paid if you win.

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Bliss said:
That sounds really tough. Have you considered working with a lawyer on a contingency fee basis? They only get paid if you win.

I’ve heard about that, but I’m not sure how to find one. Do you know any good resources for that?

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@Day
Yeah, try Justia.com or Martindale.com. They let you search for lawyers by location and practice area.

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@Day
I used Martindale before. It’s pretty straightforward to use. Good luck!

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Wait, what’s a contingency fee lawyer?

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Noor said:
Wait, what’s a contingency fee lawyer?

It means they only get paid if you win your case. It’s like a no-win-no-fee setup.

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Noor said:
Wait, what’s a contingency fee lawyer?

Oh, that sounds like a good option. Thanks for explaining!

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Do you know if the company is supposed to pay for the testing they required? That could be part of your case.

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NomadNerd said:
Do you know if the company is supposed to pay for the testing they required? That could be part of your case.

I think they are, but they let me go before I could even figure it out. It’s been so frustrating.

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NomadNerd said:
Do you know if the company is supposed to pay for the testing they required? That could be part of your case.

Yeah, if it’s a requirement for work, they should cover it. You might want to double-check with a lawyer though.

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Were you working remotely? That might complicate things if the laws are different between states.

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Pax said:
Were you working remotely? That might complicate things if the laws are different between states.

Yeah, I was remote. I lived in California, but they’re saying I need to file in Illinois.

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Pax said:
Were you working remotely? That might complicate things if the laws are different between states.

Sounds like a mess. Maybe a lawyer could help figure out which state has jurisdiction.

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Wow, losing $800K and your marriage over this is heavy. I hope you find justice.

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Tatum said:
Wow, losing $800K and your marriage over this is heavy. I hope you find justice.

Thanks. It’s been rough, but I’m determined to fight this.

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Tatum said:
Wow, losing $800K and your marriage over this is heavy. I hope you find justice.

Sending good vibes your way. Stay strong!