I received a call tonight that I was released from my company, what are my rights since I was given no notice?
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I received a call tonight that I was released from my company, what are my rights since I was given no notice?
My contract states that there must be 30 days notice for any separation and they are expecting me to not show up for work tomorrow. In NC what are my legal options? I signed a general employment agreement for an annual salary and I would think I am entitled to my money. They did fire my entire team as far as I know.
Asked on September 26, 2011 under Employment Labor Law, North Carolina
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If you have an employment agreement, it is enforceable as per its terms. So, for example, if the agreement said you could only be fired for certain reasons, you can't be fired except for those reasons. If it said you have to get 30 days notice, that means they have to at least pay you another 30 days of salary (they don't necessarily have to let you actually come on site or work; but you have to be paid for the notice period). Etc. So you should reread the contract carefully noting both what you are entitled to and any exceptions where the coverage or protection is weaker; then you will know what you are entitled to. Whatever you are entitled to under a contract, you must be provided; and if not, you may sue to enforce your contractual rights.
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