If if walk out of the room where an employer is cursing, does that employer have legal rights to fire me?

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If if walk out of the room where an employer is cursing, does that employer have legal rights to fire me?

It is very offensive to me when she does and don’t want to sit there and listen to it anymore.

Asked on October 25, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Illinois

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Not only can your employer fire you, but she can fire you for cause--insubordination; not following her instructions--and deny you unemployment insurance. It does not matter that it is offensive to you; the law does not care about your sensibilities, and your employer is under no legal obligation to avoid offending you. You are probably best off putting up with the behavior while looking for a different job that will suit you better.


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