Legal Question in Employment Law in Massachusetts

i work 3rd shift because i have a disabled wife and 3 small kids. the company is feeling the effects of the economy and is having some lay offs and has decided to eliminate 3rd shift altogether. i have been told if i dont accept one of the other shifts they choose for me, i may be fired. and if they choose to lay any more off, they will not process the papers for months.


Asked on 9/01/09, 10:39 pm

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henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Unless there is a contract the limits this ability, or the move is done for a reason that is protected by law, you are obliged to do as the company requires or you can be fired.

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Answered on 9/07/09, 8:03 pm


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