Can my employer dictate what I do and do not carry in the back of my personal vehicle?
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Can my employer dictate what I do and do not carry in the back of my personal vehicle?
I work for a farmer and drive my own personal truck to and from work. My employer recently told me that if I don’t take a 3-wheeler out of the back of my truck he will fire me. Can he do that? It’s my personal vehicle that I only use to drive to and from work and don’t actually use it at work; in no way does it hinder my ability to work?
Asked on December 3, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Minnesota
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
From that fact that you have given here it appears that your employer's request seems to be a bit unreasonable. What, may I ask, is the reasons that he or she are giving for the requested removal? But I do have to tell you that even though it sounds unreasonable, if you are an employee at will - with out a contract - or protected under any law then he can fire you for any reason that he wants at any time. So think about it. Good luck.
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