Add Comment Question: I've had my job for 30 years. I am an alcoholic, I guess. Eight years ago I signed an agreement that I wouldn't drink on the job again. But due to my best friend having a stroke, I'm been not myself. I got caught drinking on the job again cause someone knocked over my lunchbox. They just called and told me not to come in on Monday. What can i do as I dontcwant to lose my job. They haven't offered rehab either. Shouldn't they have offered that the first time when I signed. ? I need guidance. I'm devastated, I was wrong for sure but FIRED? You can email me at the email address below. Answer: There is really no cut and dry answer for this. When an employer terminates an employee for cause, it really becomes a case-by-case analysis to determine whether there are valid grounds to terminate you without any pay. This entails a lawyer having to review your employment history and any prior disciplinary matters with the company. Generally an employer should engage in a progressive discipline approach prior to taking the drastic measure to terminate you for cause, but we would require a meeting with you to more thoroughly review your matter and determine whether you have any termination entitlements. I highly recommend that you contact our office to schedule a consult with one of our employment lawyers. 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.