Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Ohio

I am accused of wrongful termination and slandor.

After repeated accusations of on the job drug use I fired an employee who is a minor. After discussions with his parents it was agreed that if he showed me that he passed a drug test that he could keep his employement. It was over a year since i heard from him. My employer has recently received a letter from and attorney seeking an ''amicable solution'' or they are going to pursue a wrongful termination and slador suit against me personally and my employer. I would like to know what if any help i am entitled to from my employer. Any other information you could give me would be greatly appreciated.


Asked on 4/20/05, 10:58 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Eileen Joyce Baughman & Joyce LLC

Re: I am accused of wrongful termination and slandor.

If your employer has insurance coverage, you should be covered as well. Your employer should provide its insurance carrier with a notice of the claim. The insurance carrier will then make a determination as what coverage, if any, applies. Even if there is no coverage, it is possible that the insurance carrier would still have a duty to defend you and your employer (i.e., provide you with (and pay for) legal counsel).

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Answered on 4/20/05, 11:27 am


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