Unlawful Termination And Payment

Summary

Employers must adhere to contract terms and provide proper payslips. Termination without cause outside the probation period may lead to wrongful termination claims. Paying in cash without records can result in legal issues. Employees should be compensated for work-related travel and time. Contact the Ministry of Labour in Jamaica or a labor attorney for guidance on employment law violations.

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There are written communication about the agreed upon day off. However, The only records I have of the cash payments are text messages from the manager stating that she would pay me in cash
Your situation involves potential employment law issues, including improper termination and lack of proper payment records.
- Employers must follow the contract terms they establish.
- Employers are required to provide proper payslips and payment records.
Have you contacted your local labor board or a labor attorney for further advice?
No. What are the consequences they could face?
- Improper Termination: If terminated without cause outside the probation period, the employer may face wrongful termination claims.
- Lack of Payslips: Failure to provide payslips can result in fines and penalties for the employer.
- Payment Records: Paying in cash without proper records can lead to legal and tax-related issues.
Have you considered contacting the Ministry of Labour in Jamaica for further assistance?
I will. Another thing
It seems like you have a strong case for potential employment law violations. Given the circumstances, contacting the Ministry of Labour in Jamaica or a labor attorney could be beneficial to address the issues of improper termination and lack of proper payment records.
Do you have any additional details or concerns related to this situation?
there are days I had to travel to locations outside of my area (branches of the store) on my off days in order to make up for the time they were scheduling me when I was unavailable. Can I sue to get this money back?
To address your additional concern:
- Employers must compensate employees for all work-related travel and time worked, even if scheduled on off days.
- You may have a claim for unpaid wages and travel expenses.
- Contact the Ministry of Labour in Jamaica for assistance with this issue.
Have you documented the travel and extra hours worked?