can I turn my former employer into the labor board?

Question

Just got fired yesterday. Totally unexpected,no reason given. Had 10 minutes to clean out my desk. Have worked for company for 12 years(Toyota franchise). Am to start at a new Toyota store in one month.(now on Monday) Former employer aware of move.(closer to home and children). Can I turn them into the New York Labor Board? Do I get a lawyer? I was the #2 salesman there.Sold 25-35 cars a month. Won numerous regional and national awards. Totally dedicated to my job and the company. Was NOT a slacker! Thank you..

Answer 1

i don't see why not, you have a solid case in your defense.

Answer 2

I believe you can turn them in. You should and can find a good labor attorney who you can consult (usually for free or a low cost) and find out how to proceed.

I am right there with you...I was layed-off last Friday, due to a 'downsizing', and asked my boss several times "if this is anything I should worry about?" Guess what? He point blank LIED to me, but I don't have a case because I did not get fired, and they did everything by the book.

Obviously they fired you because they knew you were planning on leaving. But frankly, it's been my experience that most Car Dealers (Owners of Dealership) are less than sympathetic and many employers seem to feel they can do whatever they want. I would contact a lawyer, because the labor boards tend to be a bit slow on the uptake and you should act quickly. Good Luck!

Answer 3

As I only familiar with the employment laws in my state I am not much help. but would suggest the following: GOOD LUCK~

Before you begin a job search consider where you stand from a legal perspective. Was your firing legitimate or could it be considered wrongful termination? Are you eligible for unemployment benefits? If you were fired for misconduct you may not be eligible, but, don't presume that is the case. Check with your state unemployment office, especially if you have a different opinion than your employer does about how you parted ways. In many cases, if it isn't clearcut, the unemployment office will lean towards the unemployed job seeker, rather than the employer, when making a decision on unemployment compensation benefits.


U.S. employers have their rights too. Consequently, what might seem unfair or unethical in the workplace is not necessarily illegal. For example, if your boss unfairly fires you, it's not necessarily a violation of your employee rights by law. That's because, in the absence of contracts that say otherwise, employment is presumed to be voluntary and indefinite under the Employment At-Will Doctrine, which most states enforce. In turn, your boss may fire you whenever he or she wants, just as you may quit whenever you want.