Work Resources
Work Issues We Help With
LASCO helps people with their legal problems in a variety of ways, such as legal information, advice, or representation. LASCO can give advice and representation to clients with issues like:
- Unemployment compensation
- Wage garnishment
- Wage theft
- CQE Applications
- Criminal record sealing
- Permission to drive to and from work after a driver’s license suspension
Self-Help Resources
Wage Garnishments
This brochure explains when your wages can be garnished and how the garnishment process works.
Wage Theft and Your Rights
This brochure explains what wage theft is, your rights in the workplace, and how to protect yourself from wage theft.
Unemployment Compensation
Applying for Unemployment Compensation in Ohio
This brochure explains Ohio's unemployment compensation application process.
Reentry (Record-Sealing, Expungement, and Certificates of Qualification for Employment)
This document explains who can seal their record and what types of convictions can be sealed
A blank record sealing application with a form to request a filing fee waiver.
Certificate of Qualification for Employment Overview
This document is a brief overview of CQEs, who is eligible, which crimes are not eligible for a CQE, and the basics on how to apply for a CQE.
Certificate of Qualification for Employment Overview
This document is a brief overview of CQEs, who is eligible, which crimes are not eligible for a CQE, and the basics on how to apply for a CQE.
This document explains what a Certificate of Qualification for Employment (CQE) is and the process for getting one to help with employment following a criminal conviction.
Other Resources
Opportunity Port is a criminal record sealing platform open to anyone with convictions in Ohio aimed at expanding employment and housing opportunities.
Apply for Unemployment Benefits through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services
To receive unemployment benefits, you must apply through the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. After you are approved for benefits, you must file a claim each week until you get a new job.
LASCO may be able to represent you if:
- Your application for unemployment benefits was incorrectly denied
- Your employer refuses to pay your minimum wage or overtime
- You need help sealing a criminal record so you can get a job
- You need help obtaining a Certificate of Qualification of Employment
- Your driver’s license has been suspended but you need to drive for a job