I believe I have a discrimination law suit against my employer. I would like to know what lawyer i need?
My boss offers profit sharing to employees only on projects exceeding $50,000. Most of these jobs are larger scale commercial type jobs. I work out of the shop and am told my profit sharing is working year round and being close to home. This year I have been layed off due to lack of work for 2+ months, some benefit huh? Most of the commercial guys work year round also, maybe a month or two layed off at the most. They also work within driving distance of their homes. Also, the foreman get to take their vehicles home everynight. In some instances, I believe I could and/or should be considered a residential foreman, I do most of the home wiring for the company. I don't get the luxury of taking the company van home. There are still a lot of responsibilities being a residential FOREMAN. I could ramble on about this topic for hours, but all I would like to know is if there is something that could be done about this mistreatment of a hard working, taken advantage of electrician
Yes, I'm temporarily laid off. No not looking for the easy way out. I just am sick of being s*** on all the time by my boss. No one else in the shop wants to stand up for themselves, so I will if there is something to pursue. Maybe terminating my postition with this company anyway, just want to get the ducks in a row if something can be made of it!!
Well,
sounds like you really know your stuff… and you obviously know the business… so why don't you get yourself bank-rolled, get your own van.. but one that has a catchy jingo… and take that sucker down at his own game!
Who needs bosses anyway right?
Talk soon,
Joe Beaven
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87124 Says:
on second thought, you laid off, you get upset, now you seek a reason to go to a lawyer…
New law went into effect long ago…an employer needs no reason to let you go…
talk about an opportunist…
if I am getting three thumbs down for my initial answer for no apparent reason, might as well burst your bubble
oops, I meant 2 thumbs
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 2:47 pm
kows4sale Says:
No you just need to whine a little less and work a little harder and you might not get layed off….
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Ed P Says:
Do you have a union? how do your co workers feel? may be time to unite
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 3:56 pm
CC Says:
You aren't entitled to anything if you have been laid off.
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 4:36 pm
Squiddy Says:
I really don't think you have a case for discrimination on this one, you should find another job with someone else who appreciates your work more
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 5:20 pm
bobjedmia Says:
first thing to do call eeoc tell them the problem ,they will tell you if you have a case.if you go to a lawyer itll cost you,the only person who will get money is the lawyer
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 5:40 pm
Kez Says:
You need an anti-discrimination lawyer. Check with them to see if you have a case before you go any further.
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 6:19 pm
fr_chuck Says:
Ok, why are you discriminated against that is a protected class, they can legally mistreat you if they just dont' like you, they can do it because you have red hair if they want, or because you have green eyes. So just because you don't like the way you are treated is not any legal matter, you are free to change jobs.
If they are doing it because of your race, or because of your religion, or because of a disability, then you have a case, Discimination in itself is legal as long as it is not because of a protected class.
I see no law case what so ever.
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 6:46 pm
Linda k Says:
laying people off is their technical way of getting out of paying benefits. you can talk to a lawyer or union if you have one just to make sure, Otherwise you should be entitled to go for unemployment compensation during the months you are laid off
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 7:32 pm
lil southern girl Says:
You need to talk to a lawyer in your state, employment law varies from state to state, BUT, mostly it is line with Federal rules regarding employment, and the scenario you describe does not fall into the discrimination category. Discrimination at work, per Federal rules, is about you being discriminated against because of your race, sex, religion, handicapped status, etc.
It sounds as though you need to ask to be a commercial foreman the next time a spot is open.
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work for a lawyer who refuses to do any more employment law cases
Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 7:59 pm
Mary Says:
I agree with Linda k. You should take action now!
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 8:37 pm
breeze1 Says:
Where did you get the idea that all discrimination is illegal. If it's not based on sex, religion, national origin, age, race, marital status or handicap then it's not illegal, and that's only for employers who accept federal funds and doesn't cover employees of the federal government or municipal governments. Employers discriminate all the time as when they hire a college grad over a high school dropout.
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 9:21 pm
ncgrl Says:
Profit sharing should be a benefit offered to all employees regardless of company standing if they have a hands on job that does bring in profit, sounds like you do. I dont know about the laws, dont think its discrimination but is definitely an unfair practice. I guess I have to ask, would it be worth it in the long haul if you lost your job and your case? It sounds like you have a much needed skill I think I would start looking around for a new job that is fair to all.
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my opinion
Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 9:46 pm
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 9:51 pm
gazpacho Says:
Well,
sounds like you really know your stuff… and you obviously know the business… so why don't you get yourself bank-rolled, get your own van.. but one that has a catchy jingo… and take that sucker down at his own game!
Who needs bosses anyway right?
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Posted on January 2nd, 2009 at 10:11 pm