Can I sue a company I work for if I was demoted through unfair procedures?
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Can I sue a company I work for if I was demoted through unfair procedures?
Asked on August 12, 2013 under Employment Labor Law, Tennessee
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
You don't give much by way of the facts. It's not clear what the "unfair procedures" were. At any rate, as a general matter regarding these type of situations, in an at will employment scenario an employer can set the terms and conditions of employment much as it sees fit. This includes hiring, firing, salary increases/decreases, promotions/demotions, etc. The only exceptions to this would be if your demotion violated your company's own policy, an employment contract or union agreement, or constituted some form of actionable discrimination.
Again, without more details of your situation it's hard to advise further. At this point, you may want to consult directly with an attorney in your area who specializes in employment law.
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