No one wants to conduct layoffs, but they can be crucial for a struggling or changing business. However, employers who make certain mistakes when laying people off can wind up causing more problems for themselves. Discriminating against workers Deciding who to lay off...
Wrongful Discharge
Can an employee be fired over alcoholism?
Excessive drinking and alcoholism can have serious personal and professional ramifications. But can an employee be fired merely for drinking too much? The answer tends to depend on the job and the circumstances regarding the employee’s use of alcohol. Some scenarios...
Understanding job reinstatement after wrongful termination
Getting fired is always stressful and upsetting, and can be even more so if you were fired for an illegal reason, In that situation, getting your job back may or may not be something you are interested in. What is job reinstatement? If your employer fires your...
4 clues your termination was illegal
Losing your job can be upsetting enough without worrying that the termination was also a violation of your rights. A wrongful discharge robs a person of their wages and benefits unfairly and can create immense stress for the terminated employee and their families....
