I was recently fired by my employer soon after I sent a letter to my employer requesting that personal information (i.e. salary, promotions, etc.) not be given voluntarily to my ex-wife. My employer is related to my ex-wife. I have proof that in the past personal information had been shared with my ex-wife. I was told that I was let go because the "company was going on a different direction", but I trully believe that the real reason was because of my request. I was employed there for over 3 years, I received several promotions and all of my evaluations were excellent.
Do I have any legal case against my ex-employer?
2007-01-11 04:39:28 · 8 answers · asked by Need to know 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Not wanting your ex to have info about your salary and promotions sounds like a guy looking to keep the alimony and/or child support to a minimum (you make more, she gets more).This might not have sat too well with your employer whether he/she was a relative of your ex or not. Unless you have a written contract for employment guaranteed for a certain amount of years, you're screwed. Many states can fire you at will such as Florida and N. Carolina. No reason needed.
2007-01-11 04:48:22 · answer #1 · answered by Debra D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would depend on whether you had a contract, or were hired at-will. If they broke some agreement that included your employment, you have recourse. Otherwise, it depends on the laws in the area where you are. You could check with an attorney.
Because of the employer being related to your ex-wife, working somewhere else is probably the best idea. Good luck!
2007-01-11 04:50:10 · answer #2 · answered by Faith 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the site below, make sure to change the location/state in which you worked. The last site is an affordable way to get access to your Legal Rights and talk to an Attorney/Law Firm. Watch the online movie presentation. Hope this helps.
2007-01-11 05:07:55 · answer #3 · answered by citronge69 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a company can fire or excuse you without cause at any time. All they need to do is give you 2 weeks severance. You have no recourse
2007-01-11 04:45:27 · answer #4 · answered by uzurhead 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It depends on state labor laws but it sounds like you might. If you are in a right to work state they don't have to give reason for firing you.
2007-01-11 04:45:16 · answer #5 · answered by joevette 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
after 8 loyal years of hard work and useful skills, I suddenly found myself with the smallest paycheck at a job once..I went' elsewhere. if you have marketable skills, get another job and shine that one on. who needs it?
2007-01-11 04:45:11 · answer #6 · answered by kapute2 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the workforce commision or labor board in your state and see if they can offer any advice
2007-01-11 04:48:22 · answer #7 · answered by woodlands127 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i think so but only a lawyer could tell you for sure .......
2007-01-11 05:06:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋