Can an employeer add time to a suspension?
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Can an employeer add time to a suspension?
I was put on a 5 day suspension pending a harrsement claim investigation. That on the 5th day I would receive a phone call. On day 6 I call the employeer and was told that the suspension would be indefinite pending the investigation. Is that ok?
Asked on May 12, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Depending on the circumstances, yes.
Did you find out (and you should find out) whether the suspension is unpaid or paid leave. Are you under an employment contract or are you under just a regular employment (no contract)? Are you union or non-union?
Generally, employment is "at-will" in California, which means your employer can fire you for no reason, no cause is needed. Equally, you can simply leave for no cause. So think about this and your suspension.
For more information or if you feel you now need to consult with an employment law/labor law attorney in California, try www.attorneypages.com and then double check his or her disciplinary record at www.calbar.ca.gov under attorney search.
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