Those "Wrongful Discharge" Lawsuits
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ou’re fired!” Y These words can mark the beginning of lengthy legal problems for contractors deciding to terminate even unsatisfactory employees. Why? First, many of today’s employees have no qualms about initiating a lawsuit if they believe their employer is in the wrong. Second, employers may not realize the consequences their actions can have under federal, state or local employment laws. The trend toward increased litigation makes it critically important for wall and ceil ing contractors to familiarize themselves with the problem and to take the necessary steps to make certain that they and their By Gerard P. Panaro, Esq.
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