My question involves labor and employment law for the state of: New York. I was hired for a position and filled out the application on the airplane en route abroad. I was hired with 2 days notice to fly overseas. They Fed Ex the application which I received en route to the airport.The application had a question if I was convicted of a crime within 7 years. I answered No. I have a misdemeanor theft charge that is at least 5 years old. I didn't disclose. The employer found 4 similar charges that are from 1986, 1990, 1993 and 2010. The employer is seeking explanation as to why I didn't disclose. The want details of the crime and explanation of my rehab. Of course I am very embarrassed and don't know what to tell them. Meanwhile, I'm working for them 70-90 hours a week in a tough job and am totally exhausted. Please accept my request for the best response to their query. Thank you.

