my son had been working a this job for 2months his supervisor "just kidding"so he said, would continue to call him names like no good, worthless and on and on. he said he was just kidding but enough was enough. last week while at work he called my son a worthless n-word, my son told him he better just shutup and knock it off, but he didnt and he didnt have to because there was nothing he could do about it cause he was a lazy wothless n-word. well my son had finally just had enough and knocked the **** out of him a couple of times and he fired him. told him to get his stuff and find his own way home which was about 1 1/2hrs. away. he walked about 10 miles and then a friend finally got there to get him. the next morning my son got up and went to the boss to tell him what had happened and was told to get the f--k out of his office. were not exactly sure what the supervisor told him. where can we turn for some help and sweet justice? what would you do?
2006-11-16 18:05:28 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I am not sure about your area, but in Canada we have provincial Human Rights Commissions. They will process the complaint and either help you or direct you to the right people who can best deal with your case, such as the department of Labour Standards. Where there is a company involved, the formal complaint usually goes to the company even when the complaint is about a person, as the employer is responsible for what happens in the workplace.
It is important to write down everything that will support your claim including dates, times, exact actions or words spoken, etc.
Unfortunately, if your son assaulted his supervisor, then you may no longer have a complaint and your son could be charged. (You said your "son had finally just had enough and knocked the **** out of him a couple of times")
Good luck to you... I hope the situation is resolved for the best.
2006-11-16 18:22:50 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Assuming your son to be African American he should turn to the the ACLU, the Rev. Al Sharpton, and the U.S. Constitution.
You should turn to your local newspapers. Write a letter to the Editor. It is truly amazing what focus can do for any problem. When there is obvious injustice there should always be voices raised in opposition. Such is the nature of a Democracy.
Stand your ground and advise your son to stand his, he met this challenge in a strong and still not violent way. He withstood insult and threat, and kept his dignity.
Clearly, your son was better than this job and this supervisor deserved.
Best advice.......move on with the same strong dignity.........pick your battles, win your wars.
Peace Out.
2006-11-17 02:20:53 · answer #2 · answered by Norton N 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the sweet aroma of a nice lawsuit. I say speak to a lawyer to see if you got a case. I am very sorry that this happened to your son. I'm glad he knocked him off his feet, some stupid folks need that to get the point.
2006-11-17 08:28:00 · answer #3 · answered by MadameJazzy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can either drag them over the coals or you can't. Unfortunately, the difference lies in whether you're a member of a 'protected' group or not. If you're a minority, a woman, handicapped, a member of a religious minority or even gay, you can sue for discrimination. See an attorney. I've been abused endlessly at work but I have no recourse. I'm not a member of a protected group.
2006-11-17 02:23:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the State. I am AZ a right to starve state. Contact a lawyer
2006-11-17 02:14:30 · answer #5 · answered by ML 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
contact the EEOC. Your son might be on thin ice here, though, since you say that he physically attacked his supervisor. Sounds like the idiot provoked him quite a bit, though.
2006-11-17 02:45:50 · answer #6 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
talk to a lawyer.
warning: d ACLU sucks.
dont use them
2006-11-17 02:58:45 · answer #7 · answered by D *)sukky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋