here they come two weeks later and lay me off ..........do i have grounds for a law suit ??
2007-10-14 23:19:46 · 10 answers · asked by Mark H 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
the operative word here is contract. if it is indeed a legally binding instrument then you have recourse. many lawyers will give you a few minutes free for a consultation. call your local bar association and ask who you can talk to about this.
2007-10-14 23:29:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, if you were a real manager you would also know of the ethics of law dealing with contracts and employees / employers...
If that contract is truly signed then it is legal as long as the person that signed it was employed with you and had the authority to do so. The company must honour the contract ONLY to certain extents. They cannot change your status position and replace you but they can eliminate your position entirely and demote you, but not deminish your wages if your minimum wages were disclosed in the contract or if the company has a posted wage scale for each position...
Look for loopholes in your contract and view them thru their eyes. An employer can fire you or lay you off for not wearing the right colour socks if they so choose, believe me...and some will...!
Do you have grounds for a lawsuit, yes, you do, but it better be a good paying job or no lawyer will have any interest in your situation. You should also get the person involved that signed the contract as he may also have a legal complaint and this will be important for settling your own claim.
Don't waste your time with the state labour board as they are but puppets with a rubber stamp and will do nothing to help you...
Lawyers are costly and require a lot of time. Nonetheless, you were terminated and are entitled to a hearing of reason and justice...
Good luck...
2007-10-14 23:43:47 · answer #2 · answered by farplaces 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The contract was singed between the organization whom 'fired person' had signed. He didn't sign in his personal capacity. You can contact a labor lawyer and I think there is merit to the case.
2007-10-14 23:31:58 · answer #3 · answered by navind 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if it's an At Will Contract. This means that they can fire you 'at will' if you don't perform. Did you read the small print before you signed it? It's worth looking into.
2007-10-14 23:28:45 · answer #4 · answered by Lisa D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without seeing the contract, I would say yes. You might have a claim for wages for the remainder of the contract.
2007-10-14 23:42:15 · answer #5 · answered by regerugged 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lol, those are humorous...I certainly have one too! i've got certainly seen it and it is going: everyone carry exhilaration to the place of work. some while they enter...and a few while they pass away. besides, sturdy pastime, action picture star for you! :D
2016-11-08 08:59:30 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have an employment at will state and most are, your screwed. you can be laid off or fired if you dont smile at someone right if you catch my drift.
2007-10-14 23:32:13 · answer #7 · answered by koalatcomics 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, you have no grounds.
What are you gonna sue for, being layed off ?
You cannot sue for being laid off.
2007-10-15 00:45:59 · answer #8 · answered by jeeper_peeper321 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would think you could with a contract ... i would call employment lawers / labor lawyers
2007-10-14 23:26:18 · answer #9 · answered by Mildred S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think thats one of the loopholes or something idk maybe you could go for it!
2007-10-14 23:22:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋