by Yizuman 40 Replies latest jw friends
I remember the first job I got right out of high school. The one I applied for I did not get, but the fact I was so persistant, the next time a job was available there, they called me. It was a month later, but the manager was so impressed at my persistance, that he called me. He said he had a stack of 200 resumes in front of him, but if I wanted the job it was mine.
Now, I am an employer. I look for attitude, eagerness, honesty, and of course persistance is good too.
Yiz, I dont know what the law in your area states but I believe that all an employer can say regarding your time with them is how long you were employed and how much you made. They cannot state any personal opinions regarding you, they can be sued for slander. Something to look at.
Eric
Yiz,
Email me, I may be able to help you with your situation with WMT. I'll be out of town this weekend so if I don't hear from you before I go it will be next week before I can get back to you.
CBeMe
Yiz
That is horrible I am so sorry and thunderrider and myself hope that things look up for you. That was a shitty thing for them to do
Thanks guys,
I will be checking into the unemployment office Monday.
I don't know if talking to someone above him will help since Wal-Mart has a bad history with employees and customers.
I've looked at this website today and I see all this...
So, I'm having doubts if any from Wal-Mart would help me. Unless someone knows better if someone please let me know.
I'm very very worried about my landlord when he finds out I don't have a job or the bank on my mortgage too.
I hope I find a new job FAST! Otherwise, well, you know what could happen. Something I rather not think about.
Yizuman
Edited by - Yizuman on 10 January 2003 17:58:21
Man that one about the donated toys ending up back on the shelves, sickened me, these were toys for tots, Mother F&^*^*& scumbags.
Yizu, I can't add much to what has already been said but I'll try.
First of all, I'm sorry to hear you got screwed by Wally-World. Being fired wrongfully hurts bad doesn't it? Well bud, just put it out of your mind this weekend, get some r&r, and face the world again Monday morning.
Regarding your situation legally. First of all the most important aspect of the situation is whether you live in a "right to work" state. I live in one and can tell you firsthand that when you're fired wrongfully, sympathy is hard to find.
Your first step needs to be this: come Monday morning wake up very early and be the first in line waiting at the door of your local Department of Labor office when they open. Be very polite at all times with the sleepy, hungover bureaucrats but at the same time be as tenacious and persistent as possible. File an unemployment claim, and in that claim state your case for wrongful firing.
Then start looking for an attorney. Many, if not most, provide free initial consultations. Take advantage of them, because if one attorney you tell your story to can't/won't help you he or she may refer you to another attorney who will. There are attorneys out there who specialize in labor law and it may take a few consultations but you'll find one.
Once you've filed your unemployment claim and had your first free consultation with an attorney, get in touch with the higher up's at WalMart. Inform them of the firing, that you've filed for unemployment, and that you've met with an attorney regarding the situation. Even if that attorney turned you away or referred you to someone else or even told you that you don't have a case, tell WalMart in these exact words "I've met with an attorney".
Then start looking for another job. When asked about being fired from WalMart, don't be afraid to tell the truth. That you were fired for trying to better yourself. A "good" employer's interviewer will fully understand that and not make it a black mark against you.
Mike.
Bendrr,
Thanks for the advices. I will follow them through.
I hope I ring true when the famous quote of Hannabal, "I love it when a plan comes together!"
Wish me luck!
Yizuman
I think you've got a case. I think your boss is actionable. First contact the HR office in Atlanta and explain the situation. Mention the EEOC while you're at it. Let us know?
francois
Sorry about your job loss. The suggestions so far have been great. One more: Look into temporary work. There are lots of temp jobs out there, especially if you live in a well populated urban area. Some of them pay better than so-called permanent, regular jobs. If you can do clerical work, that's a plus. If not, there are lots of "light industrial" temp jobs that require minimal skill and training. I have had many temp jobs, and most have led to regular employment.
Keep us posted.
SandraC
