Employment Misconduct And Privacy

Summary

Alleged misconduct at work involving misuse of company property may lead to termination. Consider discussing the situation with hr and exploring addiction support services. If terminated, check eligibility for unemployment benefits. Sharing of surveillance images without consent may raise privacy concerns. Consult a local attorney for guidance.

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Ok so I'll try to make this as clear as I can
Sure, ****! Please go ahead and share more details about your legal issue so I can assist you better.
I had a job at a dollar store near where I live called dollar general
Hi ****! Could you share a bit more about the legal issue you're facing with your job at Dollar General? This will help me provide you with the most relevant information.
Ok so essentially, I am an addict and I was working a normal shift when I saw some air duster you know the cans of pressurized air you use to clean keyboards
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Thanks for sharing, ****. Are you facing any legal consequences from this situation, such as being charged or losing your job? Your response will help me provide more relevant legal information.
yes, so like a fool a few times I took one that was in our employee break room and I held it to my mouth and sucked the Contents out and I received a quick light headed buzz..I'm embarrassed to admit to you that yes I did that. So I came in for my normal shift a few Sundays ago and my manager asked to speak with me she explained that the corporate people hired by the company to watch random stores security cameras had seen me on camera bringing the air duster can to my mouth and she deduced that I was "stealing from the company" because the air duster was written off by my manager to use in the office
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It sounds like a challenging situation, ****. Here are some important considerations:
- Massachusetts law may consider this as theft, even if the item is of low value.
- If you lose your job, consider applying for unemployment benefits, but be aware that misconduct may affect eligibility.
- Seek assistance for addiction if needed, as it might help in explaining your actions.
Are you currently facing any formal charges or disciplinary actions from your employer?
yes, so like a fool a few times I took one that was in our employee break room and I held it to my mouth and sucked the Contents out and I received a quick light headed buzz..I'm embarrassed to admit to you that yes I did that. So I came in for my normal shift a few Sundays ago and my manager asked to speak with me she explained that the corporate people hired by the company to watch random stores security cameras had seen me on camera bringing the air duster can to my mouth and she deduced that I was "stealing from the company" because the air duster was written off by my manager to use in the office.
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It seems like your situation is primarily related to employment and potential misconduct. Here are a few things you might consider:
- Discuss with HR or your manager about the incident and express willingness to rectify the situation.
- Explore addiction support services, if relevant, as it may help in explaining your actions.
- If terminated, check eligibility for unemployment benefits.
If you have any specific legal questions, feel free to ask!
yes, so like a fool a few times I took one that was in our employee break room and I held it to my mouth and sucked the Contents out and I received a quick light headed buzz.. the office. Anyway she told me that day before I worked a * hour shift (my last shift ) that the area manager has told her (my manager) that they saw it had screen shots and time stamps from the security cameras and were investigating and would have la decision about what to do by the end of the week. My manager during that meeting also told me that she "was nearly *% sure that they were going to give me first and final write up and that I would *% be terminated. She sent screen shots of me doing that to everyone who I worked with at that store she told them all what I did ..I'm so embarrassed I feel like killing myself
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It sounds like you're going through a really tough time, and it's important to address both the legal and emotional aspects of this situation. From a legal standpoint, there may be concerns about privacy and wrongful termination if your employer shared those screenshots without your consent. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case? If so, please provide a bit more information about the issue.