I was recently hired by a temp agency to work a QA analyst position with a pharmaceutical company.

Angie Lessard

August 28,2023 at 3:15AM UTC

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I was recently hired by a temp agency to work a QA analyst position with a pharmaceutical company. On day 9, i received a phone call from the temp agency and was told that my assignment had been terminated. I asked why, and was given no response. I emailed HR, my direct supervisor at the pharmaceutical company, my recruiter from the temp agency, and even sent a text message to my direct supervisor, and no one will tell me anything. I know its because I was taking a bit l9nger than expected to catch on, as i was using completely new mach8nery that id newer seen before, and i have a severe speech impairment and fine motor skill issues in my hands. They were aware of my disabilities when they hired me, but then refused to provide me with the training that i would need to do the job. But before I find an attorney, I want to know if this is legal to be treated this way?

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Lisa MarieAugust 28,2023 at 5:57AM UTC
I'm sorry that happened to you. Take a little time to breathe and cry if you feel like it, then start looking for a new job. Especially if you llive in an At Will state.
Please don't waste your time and energy on a job or people who did not want to provide a work environment where you could learn and grow.
Spend your time and focus on finding your next best opportunity, and forget about that agency, that job, and move on
AnonymousAugust 28,2023 at 12:36PM UTC
You are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act and it sounds odd that you were not provided with training, if the position was permanent.
Unfortunately, employers have broad latitude to terminate new hires within the first 90 days. The fact that you were employed for only 9 days may weaken your case.
It never hurts to contact an employment lawyer, though. Find the best plaintiff’s side firm you can and see if you can get a free or reduced-fee initial consultation. It is best to find a firm that specializes in labor law, as opposed to a general practice firm. If the law firm takes you on, it should be on a contingent basis, with the law firm earning 33%-40% of any settlement.
I agree with the commenter who suggested that you find a new agency and seek more compatible job opportunities. Don’t let this poor experience faze you.
AnonymousSeptember 1,2023 at 1:53AM UTC
She was a temp.
AnonymousAugust 28,2023 at 7:50PM UTC
contact a lawyer first
AnonymousAugust 30,2023 at 10:19AM UTC
Why? She was a temp.
AnonymousAugust 28,2023 at 9:41PM UTC
This is one of the downfalls of working through an agency rather than directly for an employer. Employers will lean on agencies to do their dirty work for them. The less they say on their end the better which is why you are getting radio silence. Did you ask for accommodations? What was their response? What can you prove?
AnonymousSeptember 1,2023 at 1:53AM UTC
I am so sorry this has happened to you. It is truly maddening! This has happened to me as well, and I don't even have disabilities. Something I learned over the years: as a temp, you are just a commodity. Of only slightly more value than a paper coffee cup.
AnonymousAugust 29,2023 at 3:30PM UTC
Yes, unfortunately it is. When you are a temporary worker you are essentially a hired gun expected to be ready day one to do the job they hired you to do. You are afforded zero protections that would be available if you were a permanent employee. I am sorry for the lack of information that they gave you on why you were terminated, your best success would be to find a permanent company where they will nurture you as an employee and care about your well being as well as what you do for them.
AnonymousAugust 29,2023 at 6:54PM UTC
A lot of it depends on what was stipulated in the contract. If you can't figure out the engagement and performance requirements, you can take it to an attorney. Unfortunately, I don't have the expertise to advise on legal issues.
AnonymousAugust 30,2023 at 1:11PM UTC
Unfortunately working for a temp agency makes it very easy for them to end assignments at any time, with or without a valid reason. It may have something to do with your disability, but you may have a hard time proving it. It may also be that they didn’t need this position currently. Or it may be other factors unrelated. As a temp, employment can end at any time. That’s a downfall in that industry.
veronicaAugust 31,2023 at 4:27PM UTC
Be thankful for the training and skills you picked up put them on your resume, dont mention being let go, bc it was temporary.
Suzanne RonayneSeptember 1,2023 at 1:49AM UTC
Absolutely. If you are a temp, YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS AT ALL.