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my son was for Cancer surgery, he was to be out 2-3 weeks. He communicated to his boss throughout. Went in today and was told he was no longer needed

Answered 8 years and 4 months ago by Dena Rachel Young (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
He may very well have a claim for wrongful termination.  He should speak to an employment attorney ASAP.
He may very well have a claim for wrongful termination.  He should speak to an employment attorney ASAP.

I was fired for not coming into work on a day that I was not on the schedule for, is this wrongful termination?

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Simon B. Mann (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
Depends on how they treat similarly situated employees and whether you are a member of a protected class.
Depends on how they treat similarly situated employees and whether you are a member of a protected class.

my bosses are deciding whether or no i should be fired and are requiring a written statement from me between a conversation i had with another manager

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by John C. Pomykato (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
The short answer is probably if you want to keep your job.  In Massachusetts, in the absence of an employment contract, you are an employee at will.  You may be let go at anytime without cause, as long as your termination it is not discriminatory in nature.   This sounds like there is an issue that management is trying to resolve.  If you fail to comply with their recommendations, they may fire you and you'll be without legal recourse. Good luck.... Read More
The short answer is probably if you want to keep your job.  In Massachusetts, in the absence of an employment contract, you are an employee at... Read More

Can I get fired for cutting my hair?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Greg Krikorian (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Wrongful Termination
From the limited details you provide, It appears that your employment relationship with your employer is an "employment at will". In Massachusetts, employment at will may be terminated by either the employee or the employer (with notice equalling the duration of one pay period) for good reason, bad reason, or no reason at all. Absent any discrimination based on age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, race etc.. that seem not to apply here, an employer can terminate an employee (with notice) for any reason or no reason.... Read More
From the limited details you provide, It appears that your employment relationship with your employer is an "employment at will". In Massachusetts,... Read More
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