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.

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.