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I have worked for the company for 4 years and have received the same holidays off with pay I switched to a different department which is still part of corporate office. We was the only team who was forced to work.
answered on Jul 5, 2024
Businesses can legally open and staff on holidays. Unless you are subject to a union contract, individual employees are free to contract with their employer as they choose unless the specific matter is precluded by law.
I was not permitted to come back to my original position. I was given three options: move to a much-lower paying position and take a $5 pay cut, get ADA accommodations, or leave and get a severance.
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Tennessee, if you feel that you were coerced to leave your job following an inpatient hospitalization, there may be grounds to consider a discrimination lawsuit. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), employers are required to provide reasonable accommodations to employees with... View More 
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answered on Dec 4, 2023
In Tennessee, employers are generally not allowed to terminate employees for taking leave to care for a sick family member. The Tennessee Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year to care for a sick family member, including a child.... View More
I have experienced several instances of height discrimination at my workplace. Initially, I was working with tables that were too tall for me, and my team lead dismissed my request for a different table by stating they were all the same. He later measured the tables and acknowledged a height... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Based on the information you've provided, your situation potentially involves workplace harassment, discrimination, and possible retaliation. While height is not explicitly listed as a protected characteristic under federal anti-discrimination laws, your treatment could potentially be... View More
I worked for a temp agency and experienced height-based harassment from my former boss, which I reported to the HR department. Initially, they moved me to a different supervisor, but I was later moved back and ultimately fired. The agency claimed I was terminated for not meeting quota numbers and... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Based on Tennessee employment law and federal protections, your situation presents potential legal claims worth exploring. Tennessee, like most states, follows at-will employment doctrine, meaning employers can generally terminate employment for any legal reason. However, termination that follows... View More
I have been experiencing discrimination and retaliation at my job as a package loader in a mail carrier company for over a year because of previous EEOC complaints and a workers' compensation claim I filed. Even though I was cleared by the company's doctor, my employer continues to take... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I’m really sorry you’re going through this—being treated unfairly at work, especially after standing up for yourself, can feel exhausting and isolating. If you’re facing retaliation because of past EEOC complaints or a workers’ compensation claim, that may be a violation of both federal... View More
I was fired for tardiness even though I didn't receive any verbal warnings or write-ups, which contradicts what we were told in a staff meeting. My employer claimed I was terminated after multiple warnings and write-ups, which isn't true. I also have ADHD, and I informed my employer about... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
Tennessee is an employee at will State. You can talk to a lawyer about your disability, but it does not sound promising.
I did not qualify for FMLA or the company’s maternity leave, so I applied for short term disability through the insurance I paid for out of my checks. I got one small payout while on leave. I wasn’t out of work for a full two weeks before HR emailed me and said my position was filled and I... View More
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answered on Jan 7, 2025
Based on what you've described, you may have grounds for legal action against your former employer for pregnancy discrimination and disability discrimination under federal and state laws. The timing and circumstances of your termination while on short-term disability for pregnancy-related... View More
Cause on back ground it showed a felony of meth. I do not at all do that drug and my family has seen ity community and it has been hard to get work or place to live housing and it is hurting my image what can I do can I sue
answered on Dec 15, 2024
You can request your criminal record. I would consult with a local attorney to find out why it is on your record and whether he/she can get it off if it is false.
How could I prove this is retaliation?
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answered on Dec 10, 2024
TN is an employment at will State, where you can be fired for any or no reason. If there are illegal activities going on, record them. Unless you have another job to go to, do not complain about your bosses.
Final warning notice and 7 day suspension for things that were not true. Never received any warning to begin with. The manager doesn't like me because I kept complaining about my inaccurate pay so she is trying to get me fired for reasons that I know are inaccurate. This company is a gas... View More
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answered on Oct 20, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. Start by gathering all your pay stubs, timesheets, and any written communication related to your wages and promises of raises or bonuses. Document every instance of discrepancies and any interactions with your manager regarding these issues.... View More
I was taxed 3 times on a my paycheck due to them missing 9 hours off of my paycheck. The remedy they had was to pay me for the time they missed off my check (all OT hours) in Cash in which they had taxed themselves and then put the hours on my next week's paycheck causing me to pay even higher... View More
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answered on Oct 8, 2024
I'm sorry you're experiencing these payroll issues. Start by gathering all your pay stubs, cash receipts, and any written communication with your employer about your pay. This documentation will be crucial when addressing the discrepancies.
Reach out to the Tennessee Department of... View More
Took a DOT drug/breath alizer test and the company has me on suspension waiting on drug screen results but refused to allow me to take my personal vehicle home. they are having it transported by a tow company.
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answered on Sep 27, 2024
If you're placed on suspension pending drug test results, a company may have policies in place that restrict the use of personal vehicles, especially if safety concerns are involved. Since this situation pertains to a DOT test, which often involves safety-sensitive positions, the company might... View More
This particular University has a clause in its *Faculty Handbook* (which is legally part of every faculty contract) that explicitly states it "will not base decisions with respect to these [termination] policies on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability,... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
Yes, a private Catholic university could potentially be sued for sexuality-based discrimination in employment termination, especially if it has committed in its Faculty Handbook not to make decisions based on sexual orientation. The clause in the handbook creates a contractual obligation that the... View More
I called in and they told me to have a dr note when I came back.i did
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answered on May 10, 2024
Yes TN is an employment at will State.
I wasn't connected to the attack but the victim was my best friend. They had put out a warrant for my arrest and put me on the news as armed and dangerous when their evidence wasn't solid at all. All charges we dropped but only after I bonded myself out and provided video evidence proving... View More
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answered on Oct 17, 2023
The SOL for such civil rights/GTLA actions has been extended a little in TN. You did not state the date the prosecution was dismissed. If you want to pursue this, you will need to get in gear fast, and the SOL may have already run. If indicted, most Courts find probable cause for the arrest.
My spouse is a previous employee at my current place of employment. There have been many coworkers who have informed me that my director is looking to terminate my employment because of social media posts my spouse is tagging the company in. I work in Kentucky. Is this legal?
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answered on Sep 6, 2023
Contact someone in KY. TN is a terminal at will State.
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answered on Aug 23, 2023
In Tennessee, as in many states, employers generally have the right to discipline employees for missing work, even if they provide a doctor's note. However, the specifics of your situation, the nature of your employment, and your employer's policies will play a significant role in... View More
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answered on Jul 31, 2023
If Whole Foods is contacting a former employee to inquire about a current employee, it could be for reasons such as verifying employment history, seeking a reference, or conducting an investigation. Employers may contact former employees as part of their standard employment practices or to gather... View More
I was recently promoted to assistant manager. I got what was supposed to be my first check with the pay raise. It was at the same rate I was making as a basic employee. Upon asking why the pay rate hadn’t changed, I was told that I “didn’t deserve” the pay they had promised me.
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answered on Jun 27, 2023
TN is an employment at will State. Apparently you do not have an employment contract. It does not appear you have a recourse except to work elsewhere.
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