i was accused of stealing, which I didn't, they never told me about it but they told other people. Is that illegal in any way?
2006-11-27 08:56:55 · 12 answers · asked by Destiny 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
I would confront them, let them know you take pride in your honesty and want to be a good employee. who wants a reference in this computer age saying your a thief
2006-11-27 09:10:12 · answer #1 · answered by treetown2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it is not illegal. It is just a form of gossip and is constitutionally protected under the First Amendment, Bill of Rights. If it costs you your job, you might be able to sue for slander but the money and time involved would not make it worthwhile.
2006-11-27 09:00:56 · answer #2 · answered by Kwan Kong 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
they gotta have proof that u did it. well no is not illegal cause they could be asking other people who u working if they saw u stealing something. its illegal if they accuse you of stealing if they didnt have proof and they fired u
2006-11-27 09:01:29 · answer #3 · answered by jose m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it's called slander. To recover any damages, you would have to show that you've incurred some tangible harm. Damage to reputation has to include some financial setback. Do you really want to hire a lawyer?
2006-11-27 09:10:46 · answer #4 · answered by Babs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is. It is called defamation of character. You have grounds for a civil suit. At least in Texas you do. Check with an attorney.
2006-11-27 09:00:12 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is Illegal for any one to accuse you of any thing dishonest immoral or anything else that defames you, so if you can prove this person did directly say that you stole something you can sue him and no doubt collect a good amount to help restore your good name
2006-11-27 09:11:27 · answer #6 · answered by jim ex marine offi, 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not "illegal."
If someone told a lie about you, it is slander. It is a civil wrong. If you can prove damages, you can sue that person in civil court.
2006-11-27 08:59:55 · answer #7 · answered by regerugged 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I don't know about illegal, but it's, at the very least unethical.
2006-11-27 09:07:30 · answer #8 · answered by kj 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know about legal or illegal but it is morally wrong... and professionally wrong.. Call legal aide
2006-11-27 08:59:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is, the employer or superfisor has an obligation to keep your records private.
2006-11-27 08:58:42 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋