I was an OTR driver for this company for over 8 years, as well as a driver trainer. Never an accident, moving violation, and very rarely a freight claim. Just seems quite strange to be fired for being unhappy at your job.
2006-06-16 18:51:30 · 19 answers · asked by gregg k 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes you can be fired for being unhappy. But, if you are unhappy because you have a mental condition, they may have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act. Depression is a covered disability. Must file an EEOC charge within 300 days of a termination.
2006-06-17 09:06:58 · answer #1 · answered by mbaj4 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I was fired for being bored when I was entering data from over 2 years before...so and so versus so and so (court stuff). I was also fired as a receptionist for not being bubbly...noone came into the office hardly and when they did someone else popped out of their office to greet and I didn't even have to answer the phone. Both these jobs lasted about a week and I was so relieved although during the firing I was almost in tears.
As for you, I'd think after 8 years you have a ligitamate claim for a wrongful dismissal suit. Did you at least get several weeks severance pay? Talk to a lawyer.
2006-06-16 19:00:10 · answer #2 · answered by Dellajoy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're an at-will employee (which you are unless you have an employment contract for a specific time period), then your boss can fire you for good cause or no cause. Unless you're a member of a protected class and you've been replaced by someone in an unprotected class, you're probably out of luck. If you think you've been discriminated against, call the local EEOC office and file a claim, otherwise, you can file for unemployment or try to work somehting out with your old boss. Promise to smile three times a day or sing uplifting songs everyday.
2006-06-16 18:57:03 · answer #3 · answered by bestguessing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
were you a contract driver or a company driver? with any regards re read what you signed when you went to work for them or any document you have signed since being employed by them. it will clearly state what they can do and expect you to do. if you can prove they fired you wrongfully then you may be able to prosecute. however if you have that kind of record i would look into being an owner/ operator then you are your own boss and still get to drive. you become a 1099 contract labor for which ever company you get work from .spread your eggs to many baskets. most pay between 35 - 40 cents per mile so as long as you don't bobtail it you can make money even with higher gas prices.
2006-06-16 19:31:12 · answer #4 · answered by Rpm1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is legal if your attitude had impact on the rest of the crew... If they can show that your attitude was the cause of others going donwhill they were loosig money having you around. And just out of curiosity, why would you stay 8 years at a job you were unhappy about? Send them a bunch of flowers for letting you go, so you can find a better job.
2006-06-16 19:02:46 · answer #5 · answered by Kris R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to a someone associate with the Department of Labor. There are labor laws against getting fired by your employer. NOW, the employer do have the right to fire a person with out giving an reason why but, there are law in Georgia that allow you the right to fight and sue an employer for unreasonable doubt.
2016-03-27 18:45:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Attitude is everything. An unhappy employee has a significant impact on morale and that can be more detrimental than any mistake. Maybe this is a good opportunity for you to re-consider your career choices and find something that makes you happy.
Good Luck!
2006-06-17 03:09:00 · answer #7 · answered by cutlerb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, for the most part...it's usually "Employment at Will" meaning you can leave whenever you want to, or they can fire you whenever they want to without just cause.
However, I think it's rude to fire somebody after working with you for 8 years. You might want to consult a lawyer, but look for those with free consultation to see if there's a case. Do you have a program in your neighborhood where they offer free legal service? I'm in CA, and we have a program like that to provide information for workers who were mistreated by their employers...
2006-06-16 18:56:49 · answer #8 · answered by fl0wergir1_usa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you 'unhappy' attitude was reflecting on your enthusiasm in doing your job. You boss what probably tired of working with someone who is 'unhappy'. It probably took them 8 years to fire you because they were waiting on you to quit. I'd research it more to find out what your rights are.
2006-06-16 19:30:34 · answer #9 · answered by April B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
some states have whats called "at will employment" meaning that the employer can fire you at any time for any or no reason. if you live in one of those states, then you are SOL. If your not in those states, call up your HR person and demand a rational explanation.
2006-06-16 18:56:51 · answer #10 · answered by andrew c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋