QUESTION
Am I entitled to back pay after being fired inappropiately
Asked on Oct 01st, 2013 on Employment Contracts - North Carolina
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I worked as a temp at a company and was dismissed based on an allegation that I was "creating a hostile work environment by harassing a female employee". I filed a complaint and the NC Division of Employment Security found that "employer failed to provide sufficient information to substantiate the allegations". Am I able to pursue back pay?
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The DES will award you benefits starting two weeks after the discharge if the employer was unable to show misconduct or substantial fault. However, if you are asking about a wrongful firing claim, the determination by the DES has no impact or relevance on such claims.
Answered on Oct 03rd, 2013 at 6:03 AM
I am an experienced attorney focusing on employment law in North Carolina and Tennessee. This post/response is not meant to constitute legal advice.