Work, Money and AntiWork: Antiwork

Antiwork

By GhostPenguin - 04/01/2022 14:01

Today, my soon-to-be former boss tried to NOT pay me for working on Christmas Eve, but I called her out. Now, she's blocked me out of her life, and is looking for my replacement. FML

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RichardPencil 30

Tuesday 4 January 2022 15:30

You can tell her she can ghost you, but she'll have to deal with the legal system if she doesn't pay you. You may be able to sue for wrongful termination.

Chazzster 29

Tuesday 4 January 2022 20:38

It’s not a job if they don’t pay you. You need an actual job where they pay you reliably.

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RichardPencil 30

Tuesday 4 January 2022 15:30

You can tell her she can ghost you, but she'll have to deal with the legal system if she doesn't pay you. You may be able to sue for wrongful termination.