Summary
In New York, employers can generally terminate employees at-will unless a contract states otherwise. However, discrimination and retaliation are illegal. If you believe your rights were violated, seek advice from a legal professional. For free legal help, contact the Legal Aid Societys Employment Law Unit at (888) 663-6880.Full Conversation
I was just terminated over the phone by my manager because they saud i smell like weed and i refused a drug test. I did not smoke during my shift, no incident happened they just said i snelled of weed. I never smoke at work. Can they fire me because of that?
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide accurate information, could you please tell me in which country and state you're located? Employment laws can vary by location.
Brooklyn ny
Hello ****,
In New York, employers generally have the right to terminate employees at-will, unless a contract states otherwise. However, there are certain protections:
- Discrimination based on certain characteristics is illegal.
- Retaliation for exercising employee rights is illegal.
If you believe your rights were violated, consider seeking advice from a legal professional.
Any advice for a free lawyer to help me. Can yiu give me a number ti call
Sure, ****. In New York, you can contact the Legal Aid Society's Employment Law Unit at (*) *-*. They offer free legal advice and assistance on employment issues.
Thank you, i appreciate your help
You're welcome, ****. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions. Good luck with everything.
Thank you so much
You're welcome, ****. Remember, it's important to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Don't hesitate to contact us again if you need further assistance. Good luck!
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