When you are joining in new company with a contract, please read the agreement carefully. Your employer may keep you away from your rights. In many contract it is written that “employee at will” it means, your employer may terminate you when they wish and they don’t need to give any prior notice to terminate you.
Hiring and firing. It is a fact in corporate world but though there are many things which are in your favor. May be you are an employee “at-will” but still there some alternatives that you can apply against your employer. Like:
- If the state public policy has been violated by your employer.
- If there is implied contract (expectations mentioned in employer policies, handbooks or written assurances) for employment and the employer violates the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing
So if you are fired from job without any prior notice in spite of having a performance review, you can say it wrongful termination. In some states employers will give you the reason, but for that you may have to give a written request to your employer. And if the reason seems suspicious, then you may contact to the state labor attorney. Sometimes employers make a blacklist for the undesirable employees, if found with unacceptable activities like frequently absenteeism or stealing up any confidential resources. State laws prohibit blacklisting so it would be as difficult job for you unless you are hiring an experienced attorney.
Probationary period is an important factor where you may be asked to leave and you can fight against it. As an employee it is required to pass the probation period successfully for claiming the rights. So as an employee you should be acquainted with your rights.
Important Resources:
Get more information on labor law from a New Jersey Labor Attorney.
