Yes.
the property of your employer
no
yes
There is none. Anything done on the employer's computer system is the property of the employer.
Yes. The email is being provided by the employer. They can monitor and read anything in their systems. Actually, it depends on the country the company is located. The law related to the employee's right to privacy at work differ in many countries. You can find more information in the related link below: Technically there are software to monitor emails. There are also freeware such as Capsa network analyzer.
no
If it is an at will state, there is nothing the employees can do. They may have a case with the EEO and should check with them and file immediately if they do.
No, an employer cannot take an entire payroll check to pay a bill owed to them. Under federal and state wage laws, employees are entitled to receive their full wages for work performed, and employers cannot withhold or deduct wages without consent or legal justification. There are specific regulations governing wage deductions, and any unauthorized deductions could lead to legal consequences for the employer.
It is likely that they have a legal right to check phone records, but also that it is against the rules of the company where they work. If you believe that this person is doing something inappropriate then I would start with the employer. I would also suggest that whether or not reviewing the phone records is legal, you will get action from the employer faster and more easily than from your local prosecutor.
Yes, certainly. If I contact your last employer and you are no longer there, you ARE unemployed, becasue you are seeking work with me.
Yes if the work required is sensitive enough.
It is completely illegal for an employer or previous employer to withold your W2 form(s) from you. You need to contact the IRS immediately and if you get lucky, they might even fine them for withholding a legal document. Try going to www.irs.gov and searching for information. If that doesn't work, search for a local IRS branch or tax official and contact them yourself. Good Luck!