Wrongful termination, I'm sure!
I was terminated because I had a scheduled surgery, and my employer did not want to accommodate me recovery time off, post surgery. I live in NJ, and I'm not sure of the state laws when employed in a small company. I was employed there for 25 years. I believe the reason I was let go was, because the office was very much under staffed , and the owner of the company would have had to come up from FL and work my position, and that just wasn't something he didn't want to do. By the way, I found another job 2 days after my termination, and I had my surgery shortly after being hired at the new company. I went in the hospital on a Mon. and out on Wed, and back to work on Thurs. So, my termination was totally wrong. This is what one gets after 25 years of dedicated service, #crappedon
What an Amazing story Stevie G & Happy to read that you found another position with another company which seems a better position for you.
Hi Stevie, First, congratulations on a speedy recovery and the finding of a new job. I strongly suggest that you look at your city's law - City of Paterson NJ, Part II: General Legislation Chapter 412. It explains that the city requires companies that employ 10 or more people to provide 40 hours of paid sick leave. Company's that have less than 10 employees are required to provide 24 hours of paid sick leave. The only thing an employer can do is after 3 days of the employee using sick leave, is to have verification of the need to use the time by a healthcare professional - e.g.: doctor's note. Other than that, the employer can't even inquire as to what your medical issue is. The employer is not allowed to retaliate - e.g.: as in your case, terminate an employee. If an employer violates this law, they are subject to a fine not to exceed $2000.00 or if otherwise documented the maximum fine allowed by law or imprisonment not to exceed 90 days, or both fine and imprisonment. Regardless of the penalties administered to the employer, the employer also has to reimburse you for the sick time. Should you wish to file a complaint you can do so at the nearest Department of Health and Human Services office. In addition to taking action through the Department of Health and Human Services, you can also seek civil action against them for punitive or restorative damages through obtaining a competent labor attorney.
Dam that's crazy these jobs don't give a dam about you. It's probably a way to get you out anyway.They can hire someone for a cheaper price.
Definitely contact EEOC!!
I am very sorry to what happened to you but, I believe NY state is at will employment, which means they can fire you at any point with no reason at all.
Its sad that a company will forget and replace their long term dedicated employees with a incompetent new comer that knows jack about the job. The HR managers soon forget who was responsible, at least, partly for the success of the business. Being a long time dedicated employee speaks for itself by the amount of time you worked at the company!!!!!!
Sorry to hear that. although this new job may be a much better future for you.! Good luck
Ain't that a shame!!!
When a long time employee receives this kind of treatment it causes me much pain as well. I can't advise you on New Jersey labor law, but it's sad you were treated this way. As an ex-HR Mgr it's upsetting to hear some of these practices by employers. I sure you will be rewarded on your new job. I wish you all the best in your new position.
At least you still got a job.but no,you shouldn't be terminated. What if the boss needed surgery ? Then what ? He would go have the surgery & still have his job after the surgery.