I was terminated without even seeing the individual or seeing what she even accused me of. I was just interviewed and dismissed. What can I do about getting my job back?
2007-10-26 01:25:43 · 12 answers · asked by .phantom47 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Nothing. Move on and find something new.
2007-10-26 01:29:12 · answer #1 · answered by Dr Jello 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well it depends on the state you're in to a degree. California would be easier to get it back in, than others.
Surely they at least told you who the person was and what the act was that they were terminating you for? If not, I would probably file a complaint with the labor board.
If you were there for a long time, then it might be worth fighting to get your career back, but otherwise it won't be worth your time, energy and money.
Chances are they have some sort of proof; witnesses, security tapes, etc. If it was just your word against someone else's they probably would have just issued a work warning to you and let it go. Assuming that's true about proof, it might be impossible for you to get your job back.
Even if you did, are you sure you would want to return to an environment where everyone now thinks of you as a sexual harasser? Anyone you have a beef with someone, you'd risk them making something up to try and get you fired, and the company would surely fire you if you had a 2nd complaint.
If you truly feel the termination was unjust, find an attorney who will take your case on a contingency basis (where you don't have to pay unless he wins your case) and sue them for wrongful termination. You won't get your job back, but you'll feel vindicated and you'll get some cash.
2007-10-26 01:31:00 · answer #2 · answered by whiskeyman510 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If i were you i would get a lawyer as they will be able to give you more insight. To me it sounds like they did something wrong if you don't understand the details of how you were fired. Sexual harassment can go either way. If you did nothing wrong then you have nothing to worry about. If you did it and nobody witnessed it then it will help you if you chose to battle it in court. If you did it and there are witnesses then you can pretty much say goodbye to that position. Before you do anything contact a lawyer and see what they have to say. You may be able to take the employer to work for not giving you more insight before they fired you. Good luck!
2007-10-26 01:30:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I assume when you were fired your employer presented facts that were the basis of the termination. If that is the case, you don't have a chance of getting your job back. What kind of message would that send to the woman you harrassed? Frankly, I don't feel sorry for you. Anyone who hasn't been living under a rock understands what's appropriate and what isn't when it comes to interactions with co-workers. Next time, keep things professional with both male and female co-workers and this won't happen again.
2007-10-26 01:48:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't get your job back because they did interview you, and they have probably had other complaints. She can request that you not see her or know her, and that may have happened, if you lost your job over it. She has a right to be protected, and if they tell you what you did, you will be able to pinpoint it on a person.
I believe you can take this to court, as it is necessary that you know what you did wrong so you won't make the same mistake again.
2007-10-26 01:30:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
You have to have SOME idea of what this person believes was sexual harassment.
I am quite sure the company consulted their lawyer before dismissing you. To fight this, you'll need a lawyer. And that will cost you big $$ win or lose.
You might want to cut your losses and move on. You also need to evaluate what you did that got your fired. And please don't say you didn't do anything.......you did something that she interpreted as harassment (and she might have MIS-interpreted you and your intentions...but you're fired just the same).
2007-10-26 01:39:54 · answer #6 · answered by Richard F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if your city has a Human Relations department. They can often act as an advocate for you, at no charge, if you feel you were wrongly terminated.
Also, many attorneys will hear you out for free. They may not take the case, but you'll know where you stand.
And for heaven's stake, if you know who she is, avoid her like the plague.
2007-10-26 01:28:36 · answer #7 · answered by You mean that? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You aren't going to get your job back. The best you can hope for is unemployment. You will get denied the first time, but then you can appeal and you can argue your case. You will most likely get it.
2007-10-26 01:28:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Give us more info as it sounds interesting, one thing though you dont give instant dismissal for nothing
2007-10-26 01:33:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing.
2007-10-26 01:33:58 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋