Workplace Investigation Termination Case

Summary

User was terminated after a workplace investigation for alleged sexual harassment without a formal interview. The user believes the accuser manipulated the situation to take their position. They have evidence of friendly interactions with the accuser and are considering consulting a local attorney for a potential wrongful termination lawsuit.

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human resources open up an investigation at work on me. They never interviewed me or the other staff except for the accuser’s. What I heard was that it was preferential treatment in appropriate relationship and sexual harassment. The only thing I did actually was in December. I was hurting in my private area. So I was doubled over. Staff members asks me what is wrong. I tell her it’s not appropriate so I’m not saying. She call me by my name and say why I tell. So I told her that I felt like I had blue balls because I was hurting so bad there. So n
****, did you receive any formal notification about the investigation or its outcome from your HR department?
Nothing formal just pulled up to work and I was let go.
What was the reason given for your termination? In Arkansas, employers must have a valid reason for termination if an employment contract exists.
now let me finish the story
What was the reason given for your termination?
He said something about sexual harassment
What was the exact statement given to you regarding your termination? In Arkansas, sexual harassment is a serious offense and can lead to termination.
but the rest of the story is that happened in December of last year. She told my gm them and said she didn’t want to get me in trouble just I probably shouldn’t say that again. And that she liked me
What actions have you taken since your termination?
In Arkansas, if you believe you've been wrongfully terminated, you may have grounds for a lawsuit.
None yet because k feel like she built up these things and punched when she had the chance to take my spot. Now after the incident I’m December she has been sending me text messages saying you’re the only one in my corner that’s there for me and a lot of stuff like I’m her friend . So I we used to talk as friends. She used all that I said like I was being vulga and used everything against me
Have you saved these text messages and other evidence of your interactions with her? In Arkansas, such evidence can be crucial in a wrongful termination lawsuit.
yea I have the evidence
That's good. Have you considered consulting with a local attorney to discuss your potential wrongful termination case?
Yes I have
That's a wise decision, ****. An attorney can guide you through the process and help you understand your rights. Is there anything else I can assist you with?