fulltime city employee-no benefits

[kdispatch]

Retired Police Specialist, Cincinnati, OH, currently living & working 7years for suburban city (6,000 residents)as Police Dispatcher. Initially hired for 28hrs 1 week, 32 the next. Working fulltime last 4 years. I have begun questioning why dispatchers are only fulltime employees in this city not receiving any benefits. There are 3 employees involved, but are afraid to protest. Have already been told by Chief of Police that my hours will probably be cut back. Called labor attorney, wants $500 to write letter to city and 40% if he gets me benefits retroactive to fulltime start date. Feel like I'm being "screwed" by city and attorney. Any ideas, no luck with Ohio Revised Code on labor laws trying to look up law on my own. Any suggestions?

 

[Attorney_Replogle]

You have no idea what a bargain that labor law attorney is giving you regarding his/her fees. That is a very good deal and you should take it. Or negotiate the end percentage down a bit. Most employment law attorneys here in CA where I practice will not take a case unless they receive up front between $1,500 to $5,000 plus 40% of any recovery or settlement.

You can find another employment attorney to consult with in your area at attorneypages.

As far as trying to look things up in the code sections, forget it. Employment law is one of the more difficult specialities to learn, thus it will be quite exasperating for a non-lawyer.

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Mark B. Replogle