2006-06-23 07:41:42 · 9 answers · asked by tom t. 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
If you think you were fired based upon some sort of discriminatory practice, you should check your local EEOC office, which you can find on-line. Their website also has info on the subject.
2006-06-23 07:45:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on a lot of things. You did not give much info to go on. Not looking for the gory details, just will work with what you have given me. Recourse....wanting to be re-instated? Wanting vengance? I dont know about the state you live in but it makes a difference. If it is a right to work state such as TX then you have no recourse. They can let you go for any reason. You also have the right to leave a job. If you are eligible for un-employment tell them the details and they will get to the bottom of it for you.
2006-06-23 07:47:30 · answer #2 · answered by educated guess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you do have recourse. It's called an unlawful termination if you're fired for cause that is not true. Common examples are if you are officially fired for negligence but were really fired because of your age, gender or other factor.
Your best bet is to ask a lawyer to review your case. They can tell you what your chances are of getting your job back, or getting a cash award for damages.
Many firms will offer a free evaluation of your case, so you won't have to spend money until you know your chances.
2006-06-23 07:46:29 · answer #3 · answered by Mike Talon 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok there are many factors to consider. As someone else said, you havent told us much. But, A: were you in a unionized organization? That's the first thing. If so, contact them immediately. B: Its the National Labor Relations Board you want to question about the legalities.
C: Unemployment is NOT going to do anything except find out what your story and the employers is. This is to determine simply if you are eligible for benefits. They have their own guidlines to go by. They will not "get your job back or anything like that. I worked for that dept. for over 16 years.
D: Do decide if you Really want to go back or sue. Its lenghly and costly. Also you must decide if you are truly without any fault. Be honest with yourself. Then decide what you are going to do, or whether you're going to just move on with your life.
2006-06-23 08:06:50 · answer #4 · answered by scarlettrhett 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was fired from my last job b/c I was in the emergency room with my grandfather who fell down a flight of stairs. My ex/boss said to me," So my grandfather died and I still come to work everyday."
After realizing he was a total a**, I began to see if that was legal. It is allowed in Maryland to fire someone for my reason but I also realized that I didn't want to work for a jerk.
So I would recommend that you find out if your reason for being fired is legal or not, just call your local Better Business Bureau.
2006-06-23 07:54:24 · answer #5 · answered by elles 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you can take it to the labor board in your area or hire an attorney! Some of them do it free cause it is a big deal to win a case like that! Yes definately contact an attorney!
2006-06-23 07:46:00 · answer #6 · answered by mistyblue7404 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on whether or not you live in an "at will" employment state or not. Here you don't have much of a leg to stand on (Arizona). If you feel you were discriminated against though, you can go to the Equal Opportunity people. Google it.
2006-06-23 07:45:28 · answer #7 · answered by WiserAngel 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to ask yourself first if it's worth it. You will have to spend an exorbitant amount of time and energy fighting the termination. If you 'win' do you really want to work with those people again?
Think that over and if you still want to, call a lawyer.
2006-06-23 07:46:23 · answer #8 · answered by B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your state LABOR BOARD. City hall will tell you how & who to contact. These matters are always investigated. (Labor board)
2006-06-23 07:45:29 · answer #9 · answered by Jenny K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋