Employer Took Co Signed Truck

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Your employer took a co-signed truck and fired you. In Louisiana, wrongful termination and promissory estoppel might apply. Consult a local employment attorney for specific advice.

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My boss co-signed for me to get a truck to use for his business. I’ve been paying the note and insurance until he decided to replace me with someone else. So he then took the truck and fired me. What can I do?
Hello **** ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. I'd like to clarify, was there a written agreement regarding this truck? And could you please share your location as it may affect the legal advice?
No written or verbal agreement
As per your situation, it might be useful to:
- Consult an employment attorney to discuss wrongful termination.
- Explore the possibility of a promissory estoppel, which is a legal principle that might apply when there's no written agreement.
- Remember, laws vary by location. Could you please share where this occurred?
Alexandria Louisiana
Thanks for sharing your location, ****. In Louisiana:
- Wrongful termination may be applicable if you were fired unfairly.
- Promissory estoppel could help if you relied on your boss's promise about the truck.
- Consult a local employment attorney for specific advice.
Is there one you suggest?
I'm sorry, but as a free legal information provider, I'm not allowed to recommend specific attorneys. You can search for employment attorneys in Alexandria, Louisiana online or through your local bar association.
Ok thank you
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions in the future or need further information, feel free to reach out. Best of luck with your situation.