daboopster
May 23, 2012, 07:12 PM
I was recently "laid off" from my place of employment... the reason given was they needed to downsize due to economic difficulties. I believed then, and now know that it was due to lies and half truths from a co-worker.
I've received phone calls from past and present employees and coworkers who said this person was making false statements about me. The company that needed to downsize, has miraculously recovered and is now searching for someone to occupy the position I once held.
I am angry, but most of all hurt. I've been in my profession for 15 years and have made and kept many friends along the way. I've been a hardworking and loyal employee and feel that I should have been given the benefit of the doubt by my employer, which actually disturbs me more.
What do I have the right to do?
I want them both to know, that I am aware and informed, and that what transpired was unethical and borderline illegal.
Your guidance would be greatly appreciated.
I've received phone calls from past and present employees and coworkers who said this person was making false statements about me. The company that needed to downsize, has miraculously recovered and is now searching for someone to occupy the position I once held.
I am angry, but most of all hurt. I've been in my profession for 15 years and have made and kept many friends along the way. I've been a hardworking and loyal employee and feel that I should have been given the benefit of the doubt by my employer, which actually disturbs me more.
What do I have the right to do?
I want them both to know, that I am aware and informed, and that what transpired was unethical and borderline illegal.
Your guidance would be greatly appreciated.