What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Virginia
While trying to negotiate a raise and title change, I (foolishly) disclosed to my boss that I was considering looking for other employment due to lack of advancement opportunities at the company. I was fired 2 days later. If I had not said anything to my boss, I am sure I would still be employed because I was a valued employee.
Because I commuted 1+ hour each way, with some traffic delays, I was often a bit late. I called my boss's cell phone when I knew I would be excessively late.
My superiors were often late as well. Several higher-ranking department members (including my boss) are known to arrive 15-20 minutes late on a regular basis. My boss had told me that as long as I "made up the time later," which I did, it was okay. However, one of my superiors (who I suspect did not like me personally) complained to my boss when I was late recently. This got me into trouble with my boss, who hates dealing with complaints and confrontation.
When I was fired, they told me it was because of performance issues and lateness. However, the actual reason I got fired was because I expressed dissatisfaction with my job. When I inquired with HR about my unemployment eligibility, the HR person said he would not say that I "did anything wrong."
My performance at the company had been very good. I frequently was praised for my work, and my efforts directly led to the company winning a prestigious regional award. They had applied for this award for years, but this was the first year they actually won. For these reasons, I believe that the only reason I got fired was because the company has loyalty issues -- they have fired a woman in the past after she asked them to match another company's offer.
My fact-finding interview is coming up in a few weeks. Do I have a chance at receiving benefits?
Also, what can I expect from the phonecall, and what could I say to improve my chances?
While trying to negotiate a raise and title change, I (foolishly) disclosed to my boss that I was considering looking for other employment due to lack of advancement opportunities at the company. I was fired 2 days later. If I had not said anything to my boss, I am sure I would still be employed because I was a valued employee.
Because I commuted 1+ hour each way, with some traffic delays, I was often a bit late. I called my boss's cell phone when I knew I would be excessively late.
My superiors were often late as well. Several higher-ranking department members (including my boss) are known to arrive 15-20 minutes late on a regular basis. My boss had told me that as long as I "made up the time later," which I did, it was okay. However, one of my superiors (who I suspect did not like me personally) complained to my boss when I was late recently. This got me into trouble with my boss, who hates dealing with complaints and confrontation.
When I was fired, they told me it was because of performance issues and lateness. However, the actual reason I got fired was because I expressed dissatisfaction with my job. When I inquired with HR about my unemployment eligibility, the HR person said he would not say that I "did anything wrong."
My performance at the company had been very good. I frequently was praised for my work, and my efforts directly led to the company winning a prestigious regional award. They had applied for this award for years, but this was the first year they actually won. For these reasons, I believe that the only reason I got fired was because the company has loyalty issues -- they have fired a woman in the past after she asked them to match another company's offer.
My fact-finding interview is coming up in a few weeks. Do I have a chance at receiving benefits?
Also, what can I expect from the phonecall, and what could I say to improve my chances?