Add Comment Question: I was suspended pending investigation....I impropertly stored stuff in my oven at work at my hotel. We have never used this oven in 20 years. All other employees knew it was being used as storage. Overnight a night cleaner bumped the oven knob and turned on the oven. A recipe book caught fire. They terminated me after 27 years of service with a spotless record. I wasn't on the property at the time...it wasn't in malicious, it was a stupid mistake. Can I be fired for it? I think it is a little harsh. It was an industrial self contained oven. And after 27 years you would think the punishment wouldn't be so harsh. Answer: You certainly cannot be let go for cause exclusively because of this. If they do let you go because of this, it would be a wrongful dismissal. If that does happen, it is very important that you call us as soon as possible to discuss. Comment: Unfortunately not. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.