Legal Question in Employment Law in Massachusetts
I have been working for a non-profit organization for the past two weeks. I have been told that the position is part-time, that I will be receiving health benefits through the company after 30 days of work, and that I accrue 2 hours per pay period. I am paid bi-weekly and taxes are taken out of my paycheck. I assumed when I accepted the position after a final interview and a verbal confirmation of compensation and benefits that I would shortly be asked to sign a contract. When I asked my employer about a contract a few days ago, she told me that as a "casual employee" and an "employee at will" (she referred to me as both at different points of the conversation) and that I will not be receiving a contract.
I am concerned because I can't get a straight answer out of her or my supervisor as to how many hours "part-time" works out to or is intended to work out to, and since my health benefits and IRA will be handled through the company, not having any documentation makes me very nervous. A friend has told me that even though I am part-time, because I receive benefits through my work then a contract is required. Is this true? What are my rights?
Thank you so much for any advice you can give!
1 Answer from Attorneys
Like almost all employees, you are an at-will employee. There is no need for a written contract. If you want your compensation terms to be written down, ask for this. The bottom line is that you can be fired at any time and you are entitled to be paid for the work you do perform at the agreed compensation.
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