What do you know about workplace discrimination?
I posted yesterday about an incidence of harassment I experienced at work. I looked into it and from what I understood, one incident isn't enough to file a harassment suit over. But today it looks like I've gotten fired. From what I understand, because I had asked my boss to talk things over in order to resolve the issue, I now have grounds for a harassment suit. Anyone know anything about this? Any recommendations? Do I need a lawyer?
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.Some states like Ohio where I am have no protections for employees at all. Employers can fire anyone for any reason, or no reason at all. I think the term is Employed at Will... Check Utah.
MoonTigerII
Level 7
July 20, 2019
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Do you have any of these interactions with your boss documented, witnessed, or corroborated in any way - if not you will be on difficult ground proving anything.
ShadowAmicus
Level 8
May 27, 2019
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I say go for it. Don't forget to collect the unemployment checks for all you can.
I got fired once for filling out an application elsewhere. When I tried to get the unemployment, they claimed I voluntarily quit. I threatened taking it to court and the next thing you know, I got my checks.
chucklesIII
Level 7
May 27, 2019
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Don't unions support this sort of thing in USA?
Amisja
Level 8
May 27, 2019
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What unions? They are gone here.
With a Master degree in Human Resources Management, I taught workshops on employment discrimination.
See a lawyer. I don't know employment law in your state.
LiterateHiker
Level 9
May 27, 2019
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Do you know the federal guidelines? It's looking like it's only discrimination if he's treating me differently than others based on religious, sex, race, etc. The state laws here are fairly similar from what I'm understanding.
Yes. Again, I suggest you see an attorney.
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