Legal Question in Employment Law in California
Hello, I currently hold a fulltime job at a non-profit in California (3 yrs) and am thinking of asking to cut down to part-time but am afraid I will get fired instead. Can an employer fire you or lay you off for not being able to commit the fulltime? Would this be considered quitting?
Asked on 9/26/10, 5:22 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
In general, unless an employee is civil service, in a union, or has a written employment contract, they are an 'at will' employee that can be disciplined or fired any time for any reason, with or without �cause�, explanation or notice. The employee's goal should be to keep the employer happy. Discuss it with them and hope they are are reasonable and happy with you.
Answered on 10/04/10, 11:14 am