QUESTION
can i be fired for defending my self from an attacker while i was at work.
Asked on Jul 29th, 2015 on Wrongful Termination - North Carolina
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I was attacked at work on 07-20-2015 by an co-worker.I was struck in the head and had to get ten stapples.I got stapples removed on 07-28-2015.I called work and told them I was able to come back but the plant manager said I was just terminated that day.
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Yes, you can be fired for any reason. If the reason was unlawful, you may be able to file a claim. For example, if you were fired for getting workers compensation medical treatment. Or, if the other employee was not fired, and s/he was of a different race, color, sex, etc.
Answered on Aug 07th, 2015 at 7:01 PM
I am an experienced attorney focusing on employment law in North Carolina and Tennessee. This post/response is not meant to constitute legal advice.