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Can I sue my ex employer?

Asked on May 16th, 2012 on Labor and Employment - Ohio
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There was to much stress caused by supervisor and no matter who you turned to nothing was done about it. Very hot and stressful and I got over heated and I guess I walked off my job and was terminated.
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Labor and Employment Attorney serving Atlanta, GA
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More than likely you cannot successfully sue your previous employer based on the facts contained in your question. You "guess" you walked off the job? Ordinary job related stress is not sufficient to constitute a constructive termination in most states. Most states' laws recognize the principle of employment at will.  This means your employer has no duty to keep you, and you have no duty to remain employed by the employer. A corollary right is what we sometimes call the "golden rule." ("He who has the gold makes the rules.")  The law might be different in Ohio, but I doubt it. You definitely should consult local counsel in Ohio to  find out whether these facts are sufficient to give rise to a successful claim against your previous employer. Michael Caldwell 404-979-3150  
Answered on May 21st, 2012 at 1:20 PM

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