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I was just fired from my position after 1 year. They stated that after evaluation I was not a good fit for the company anymore, which I find hard to believe since a few weeks ago my supervisor and I were talking about me getting a raise and being promoted to "team leader" of my department.
There was an incident that occurred within the entire customer service team and I feel this is why they fired me but it's not what they said when firing me. The incident was an internal "joke" between all customer service representatives and when we were questioned about it, everyone took blame for it and deliberately stated I should not be held responsible as it was a team effort.
I'd like to know if this falls under wrongful dismissal as I NEVER received any verbal or written warnings regarding this matter. Nor did I get spoken to about my performance being an issue.
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If your employer terminated you for cause as a result of this incident, then it may qualify as a wrongful dismissal.
Employers are generally allowed to terminate an employee at any time as long as they provide proper notice of the termination or payment in lieu thereof. The exception to this is when the employer alleges to have cause for the termination. An employee who has been rightfully terminated for cause is not entitled to notice or payment in lieu. However, termination for cause is a very high bar for an employer to meet.
We would need more information before advising you on the extent of your potential entitlements. If you would like to schedule a consultation you can contact us at the number below.
If your employer terminated you for cause as a result of this incident, then it may qualify as a wrongful dismissal.
Employers are generally allowed to terminate an employee at any time as long as they provide proper notice of the termination or payment in lieu thereof. The exception to this is when the employer alleges to have cause for the termination. An employee who has been rightfully terminated for cause is not entitled to notice or payment in lieu. However, termination for cause is a very high bar for an employer to meet.
We would need more information before advising you on the extent of your potential entitlements. If you would like to schedule a consultation you can contact us at the number below.