You do not have to play competitive softball to play in college. although it helps, most college coaches look for players from competitive teams. I would recommend it.
The employee handbook or a manual that states company policy and procedure would determine if you can change clothes at work as an employee or employer.
Who would have had an "insurable interest" on your Dad? Ask them. Mom? Grandparents? Employer?
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If I am reading the question correctly you are asking how much you would collect on disability on a group claim. The answer to that would be on your employers policy. Every policy is differant for each employer. Some companies will pay out 100% of your pay will others may only pay 50%, 60%, 70% and so on, you would need to ask your employer
The Hyatt has a policy to check references and to run background checks. This policy protects the business and guests alike. Keep in mind that a previous employer can only verify employment and the dates of employment. A former employer can answer "yes" or "no" to the question "would you rehire?" Otherwise, a former employer cannot comment.
If you have insurance through your employer, and you are the policy holder,(the insurance is in your name) this insurance will be primary for you, and your spouses insurance policy will be secondary. The insurance policy thru your spouse's employer, (your spouse is the policy holder, or the insurance is in their name), this would be primary for your spouse, and your policy would be their secondary. Here's the phamplet from Medicare http://www.medicare.gov/Publications/Pubs/pdf/02179.pdf
If your question is "When I miss hours of work, can the employer refuse to call them paid vacation as I requested", the answer is "Goodness yes, the employer alone determines the vacation usage policy.
Unless your local laws specify differently, your status is determined by your employer's policy. You would need to read your employer's policy to know how full-time is defined versus part-time. Usually, however, it will be hours worked.
If you want to get a swim suit for competitive swim, i would recommend sports authority or target. they are not too expensive, but will last a while.
If this is your employer, you can speak with your manager or HR and request that the policy be changed back. If they refuse, you can live with it or find another job. If this is a business that you use, you can request that management change the policy back, or go to a competitor.
From a supermarket pricing policy, one would expect transparency in pricing, consistent pricing across different locations, competitive pricing strategies to attract customers, and adherence to legal regulations regarding pricing and promotions.