Q: Can i be fired for discussing wage cuts with non-co-workers ?
June 29 th i was fired for alleged customer abuse for discussing a major illegal wage cut for pizza hut delivery drivers. Doesnt that violate my first amendment right to free speech ?
A: indiana is an "at will" state meaning employment generally can be terminated for any reason except for constitutionally protected areas like race, sex,age, ethnicity,retaliation for exercising a right. you might have a claim but need to contact a lawyer that concentrates his/her practice in employment law. you are welcome to call our firm's rich long for a free consultation. he is very experienced in employment law and should be able to give you guidance.
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