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Was I wrongfully terminated?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

In order to say that you were wrongfully terminated your employer would have either had to have unlawfully discriminated against you, or violated...

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I was told that I quit but I didn't now I have no job..i want to sew the company is it possible..

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

Washington is an "at will" state, meaning your employer could fire you without cause. However, they cannot retaliate against you for exercising a...

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Would it be worth council, based on the details below, and more details not stated below. 17 yrs. 26 yrs. and 22 yrs. of emp.

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

Based on the information you mentioned, I imagine most employment/discrimination attorneys would want to hear more. I recommend setting up an...

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Is wrongful termination, physically and mentally bullied, defamation of character and slander considered a personal injury?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

If you were wrongfully terminated, your injury would be lost wages/fringe benefits and potentially emotional distress also. If you have been...

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I work in BC Canada for a US company and was informed that the Americans had to go. Am I entitled to severance?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

While Canadian laws could apply, there is a strong argument to be made that the employer/employee relationship is governed by the laws of the...

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If boss is male w/weapon and employee being female, w/weapon. is it discrimination if she gets fired for having weapon?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

The inference of gender discrimination here is based on you being fired for carrying a firearm even though your male boss carries a knife. Such...

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Discimation caused termination?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

You said you were terminated for carrying a firearm at work even though your employer has a zero tolerance policy for firearms. Obviously, you can...

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Im disabled, I was hired wearing my only outfit. & fired for the same outfit. There is no dress code. Flower delivery..

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

You have not asked a question. Generally speaking, they can fire you for no reason at all, but they cannot fire you for discriminatory reasons. If...

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Can my boss demand that I test my glucose levels if I am sweating?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

I need more information about your employment position before giving a legal opinion. However, I am inclined to say that your boss cannot subject...

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American With Disabilities Act and workplace issues - What are my options for pursuing a complaint or lawsuit?

Nicholas's answer | Answered on May 02, 2014

If I understand your situation correctly, you are disabled, you requested reasonable accommodations, the employer granted reasonable...

Nicholas G Smith's Answers (186)

Was I wrongfully terminated?

I was told that I quit but I didn't now I have no job..i want to sew the company is it possible..

Would it be worth council, based on the details below, and more details not stated below. 17 yrs. 26 yrs. and 22 yrs. of emp.

Is wrongful termination, physically and mentally bullied, defamation of character and slander considered a personal injury?

I work in BC Canada for a US company and was informed that the Americans had to go. Am I entitled to severance?

If boss is male w/weapon and employee being female, w/weapon. is it discrimination if she gets fired for having weapon?

Discimation caused termination?

Im disabled, I was hired wearing my only outfit. & fired for the same outfit. There is no dress code. Flower delivery..

Can my boss demand that I test my glucose levels if I am sweating?

American With Disabilities Act and workplace issues - What are my options for pursuing a complaint or lawsuit?