A fellow co-worker found out by her own search that I had a Misdemeanor conviction. She reported to the employer, whom in turn placed me on investigatory suspension to be followed by termination of employment. This employee, was passing around to other staff that there was a criminal that worked in the office.
It would seem to me there is a violation against me somewhere here...such as Slander/Defamation of Character out of malice and privacy violation.
My position was very demanding and required very long hours. My annual reviews were outstanding.
Are there any rights offered to me in a situation such as this? Also, under 'Discrimination Laws' is there nothing concidered discriminatory against a conviction?
Also, since I was dismissed, my accrued PTO (vacation/holiday/sick) is forced as forfeited. This does not seem fair as I earned 234 hours. Is there any recourse for me to be paid out this money.
It would seem to me there is a violation against me somewhere here...such as Slander/Defamation of Character out of malice and privacy violation.
My position was very demanding and required very long hours. My annual reviews were outstanding.
Are there any rights offered to me in a situation such as this? Also, under 'Discrimination Laws' is there nothing concidered discriminatory against a conviction?
Also, since I was dismissed, my accrued PTO (vacation/holiday/sick) is forced as forfeited. This does not seem fair as I earned 234 hours. Is there any recourse for me to be paid out this money.