Today, I was dismissed because of my company's strict "no drugs" policy. Yesterday, I had a talk with my team leader and confessed that I have to take antidepressants; this arse then reported it to the management, and they fired me because they are not aware of what these pills contain, and it could affect my performance. FML
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Autumn: Leaves and Laughter
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Today, my boss decided to have the whole staff drug tested and fire everyone who failed. Out of an original staff of 14 people, only my boss, two coworkers and I remain. I now have four times my normal workload and am seriously thinking maybe I should've said "Yes" to drugs. FML
Today, I had to resign from my job because I tested positive for drugs. I've never taken drugs. FML
Today, I had a meeting with HR that resulted in me being dismissed for poor performance. I was confused because up until that point, my line manager had said my performance was exemplary. Turns out it wasn't, and he didn't tell me because he didn't want me to be stressed. FML
Today, I was told I would not be getting the job I was offered because I failed my drug test. They never gave me a drug test. FML
Today, I was at the nursing home I work at, and my boss asked me if I'm serious about my job, telling me that I've been acting strange and not working hard enough. She wants to drug test me. The real reason I'm not 100% is because I have a stomach ulcer from the stress of working there. FML
Today, I asked my boss for a raise, explaining that another shop offered me a job at a higher rate, but I would stay if he would offer me the same. Instead, he fired me then called the other shop and said I was fired for failing a drug test. FML
Today, I was fired for being a very happy and perky employee. According to my boss, it freaks both the customers and my co-workers out. FML
Today, I was dismissed from my job for my poor absence record. I'd not received any formal warnings, and was dismissed on the spot. My absences were because of my disability. He didn't even ask for medical records. FML
Today, my boss called and yelled at me because he said I was "spotted" out after I called off sick. I was out getting the medicine the doctor had just prescribed me. FML
Today, I was fired from my job because I, in my boss's words, "Abided by company policy to such an extent that customers were starting to hate me." FML
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Chazzster 29
That sounds illegal to me - You might contact a lawyer who deals with Federal Disability law. I think your case falls under that.
Middle Age Divorced Dad 16
Meanwhile in Canada a drunk driver can't be fired from her job driving company vehicles because alcoholism is a disability.
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Middle Age Divorced Dad 16
Meanwhile in Canada a drunk driver can't be fired from her job driving company vehicles because alcoholism is a disability.
Yudith 25
Are you Richard Pencil? Because you sound like Richard Pencil, spewing nonsense like this.
Chazzster 29
That sounds illegal to me - You might contact a lawyer who deals with Federal Disability law. I think your case falls under that.
mechgineer 3
You should speak to an employment lawyer. They typically provide a free consultation, to determine if you have a case. For example, just because it’s in the rule book doesn’t mean it’s actually enforceable
TwoBytesCarley 27
I would be shocked that this actually is legal. Do they also fire all women who are on birth control pills? What about heart medication, blood pressure medication, or anti inflammatories (Aleve, Advil, Tylenol)? I take prednisone and cymbalta for adrenal gland failure, would I not be allowed to work there? And while we’re at it, caffeine is the most commonly ingested drug worldwide. Don’t suppose there’s a ban on soda and coffee at your workplace. When a company has a ‘no drug’ policy, that’s supposed to mean controlled substances that are obtained through illegal or nefarious means (ie: not through a doctor and given by a registered pharmacist!).
D J's MOM 17
that's complete bullshit. if it was a good job, sue the crap out of them. no matter what, you need to get unemployment and definitely get a consult from a lawyer. that is definitely grounds for a case.
Tsister 2
I’m pretty sure that’s illegal - look into it
WardenWolf 26
That's a lawsuit. Get an attorney. Slam-dunk case.