Q: I was discharged from a job because the supervisor had issues with my husband and in laws from a previous job..
I had only had a couple of days of training..i was introduced to other employees as my husbands wife..not my name..i didn't even have the right tool for the job until the only Thursday I was there..i worked there for 4 days and when she had the chance to give me my evaluation (1 through 5. 1 being the worst and 5 being the best) I received 4's and 5's up until my performace she give me a 1..i had only a couple of days training..Can they do that?
A: Generally speaking, Tennessee is an Employment-at-Will State, which means that an employer can terminate you for any reason that they want, so long as it is not illegal. Examples of illegal activity include, but are not limited to, age, race and age discrimination, whistleblowing, being terminated for turning in a workers' compensation claim and violations of the Family and Medical Leave Act ("FMLA"). If you feel that you fall into an "illegal" category, then it would be in your best interests to consult with a local employment discrimination attorney. There is a "Find a Lawyer" feature on Avvo's website.
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