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Well my Employer has officially succeded in getting me out after 24yrs of service.

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Well my Employer has officially succeded in getting me out after 24yrs of service. Durin my time there I've been nothing but friendly, and I deem myself a lovable person. Because I asked for a raise and compared my duties to another, I was written up, yelled at and ostracized since April 12, 2023. I'll never forget the day. I was written up for informing them of the horseplay within the lab, accused of trying to get out of work (which would have been an osha violation) But they call it failing to follow protocol. Protocol was followed, however the manager never answered his telephone which prompted a call to his boss in North Carolina which in turn sent us 2 females home.

Since that time, and I've tried to move on in life and documented everything of how I was being treated. It became too much for me and I reached out to HR for information on EAP.

She provided information and I've been seeing a therapist for PTSD, and depression. On 8/29/2023 I contacted insurance and requested to go out on short-term disability because every time I would encounter the manager, I'd get crushing pains in my body, and chest. I knew they were targeting me, but I tried to keep my head down and do my job. On 9/13 I was called to the office and questioned about a job I set up. I explained to the manager that I was trained that way because of the length of time it took to complete the job. That wasn't satisfactory for them.

I was accused of not calling the mgr regarding a product adjustment, and he was called 2x at 3am. He answered the call from the lead officer.

9/13 I called the insurance again to request FMLA for 9/14. After employer got notified that I put in for that day, I get the call within 2hrs after of them terminating my employment. He tells me I can't be trustworthy of a lab tech.

I'm still in therapy for PTSD, and depression and now I would like to know if I can sue them for my mental disability now.

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  1. Anonymous

    I would talk to an employment attorney. Sounds like you were retaliated against for requesting FMLA. Also, potential hostile work environment. I'm not in HR, but others on this page are.

  2. Anonymous

    Retaliation against a whistle-blower is also illegal.

  3. Anonymous

    I hear it’s no uncommon to be targeted or fired after requesting a FMLA leave.

  4. Andréa B

    Hi,

    Sounds like you need a good plaintiff employment attorney. Let me know how I can help. Many red flags in your story.

  5. Ingrid Moreland

    I would like your assistance on whatever you can do. I really tried to hang on to working and keep a low profile, but they were looking for anything.

  6. Amanda Haas

    I’m sorry that happened to you. Your manager seems like the one who needs to be investigated. You don’t deserve to be treated that way and hope you find your solution soon.

  7. Anonymous

    I would consult an Employment attorney. To understand your rights.

  8. BethB

    I’m sorry this happened to you. In a different world, your loyalty would be rewarded or at least give you the benefit of the doubt. It isn’t a different world though.

    it would be well worth your while to have a consultation with an employment lawyer, someone with a reputation for really knowing their stuff. (I’d start with looking at super lawyers for attorneys in small or solo practices.) They will know the laws in your state about emotional distress.

  9. Anonymous

    I’m sorry you have to go through this I concur, gather your documents and consult an employment attorney.

    attorneys seem to usually give a 30-60 min consult free. . The more prepared you come with documents in hand the better advice they can give.

  10. Anonymous

    Can you sue?
    Yes. Will you prevail? That depends.

    Is it worth the emotional turmoil to get into a legal battle with them? .... Something to discuss with your therapist.

    My story was similar to yours, but it took 5 grueling years to get to that point. I had to sign a promise not to sue in order to get severance, and I had a little time to think about it. I consulted with an employment attorney, and she said I probably had a case, and I had LOADS of evidence. But she warned me about the length of time it could take and how emotionally painful it could be. I decided to take the money and run.

  11. Anonymous

    Girl get yourself a good attorney. Share whatever documentation you have and keep it business and not emotional. Be sure that if you have a witness or any other person that can corroborate your story that you bring them into the discovery. A good employment attorney might take this on fee free until you get a judgement. Know this though, going to trial for this or other acts against this employer will bring you into an emotional state again and will cause you to relive these things that took you to where you are emotionally now. That may be too much for you to bear and unless the conversation with an attorney suggests that you have a solid and good case it is going to take 2-3 years because the employer and the law will cause timing to stretch out and you may just decide to move on. Good luck.

  12. Anonymous

    It's a huge legal battle to prove but go for it!

  13. Anonymous

    You can file a law suit and hope for a settlement. In the meantime, claim unemployment benefits and file for social security disability. If the settlement is not forthcoming, drop it. You need self-care more than anything. Lower stress as much as possible. Recovery is possible. Best wishes.

  14. Joann S. Lublin

    I highly recommend you reach out to Daphne Delvaux, an attorney who specializes in representing working women. https://www.themamattorney.com/about/

    Feel free to mention my name as I quoted her in a recent WSJ.com piece I did. Best of luck!

  15. Anonymous

    I surely will. Thank you very much for this information.

  16. Joann S. Lublin

    You are most welcome. Let us know how things work out for you. Just remember: You are not alone.

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